Let’s be honest: there’s never a bad time to travel. But if we’re talking “optimal” travel seasons, there are some obvious choices. In winter, all I want to do is escape Canadian winters and rake in as much vitamin D from the south as I can; and I prefer to do this beach-side whenever possible….
CURED restaurant (Pearl Brewery, San Antonio)
When we were having dinner at Mixtli in San Antonio (which you know I did because you read that post already, right?!), we met a couple who should really have a food blog. They were bona fide foodies to the max — they even had best-of lists for restaurants in every major city they frequent. I…
Ostra restaurant (Mokara Hotel & Spa)
I think hotel restaurants often get a bad rap. So it was my mission when I recently visited San Antonio to eat in at least one hotel-based resto, and what better place to do so than at the beautiful Mokara Hotel & Spa, seated right along the city’s River Walk? THE GOOD It doesn’t matter…
Mixtli progressive Mexican Culinaria (San Antonio)
When you’re planning a trip to a new city — if you’re a foodie — I recommend doing two very important things: Check out restaurant critic reviews and write-ups. I’m not talking about Trip Advisor here; I’m talking about proper newspaper and magazine food writers. They’re so good at eating food that someone PAYS them…
Hyatt Regency San Antonio
When Lena asked if I could take her place for a trip to San Antonio that she had to forfeit because of a family emergency, my biggest concern was where will I be staying? And there’s really one simple reason that I care first and foremost about lodging in any destination: I’m a hotel snob. There….
My top 10 travel tips
If you haven’t noticed, I love to travel. It doesn’t matter whether it’s Orlando family travel or an action-packed escape to South East Asia with my main man or a relaxing overnight spa retreat with a girlfriend — I’m there. I spent a good chunk of my mid-20s travelling abroad, too, and along the way, I’ve discovered…
Falls Avenue Resort, Niagara Falls
I’ve been going to Niagara Falls for just about as long as I’ve been alive. And when you only live a couple of hours away, it’s a pretty blessed thing to be able to do so. Because The Falls are truly breathtaking. You kind of forget when it’s in your backyard how impressive it is…
#TravelCash time: never race to get to the bank before a trip again!
I consider myself an organized person. Bordering on Type A crazy, I tend to think through the minutia of every detail to ensure I have a clear workback schedule. This is never truer than when we’re planning a trip. This is how things get done in my world. Not only do I need to plan…
Ste. Anne’s Spa: a universe away in Grafton, Ontario
I am a spa girl. I love everything about it: the pampering, the total relaxation, the indulgent services. But beyond a good massage that takes you away from reality for an hour in your home town, a spa getaway — whether it’s a day spa or longer — removes you from your whole world for…
Experience the joy of Quito: #FamTimeQuito Twitter party!
Here’s what I knew about Quito before today: zilch. But when I started reading about the activities, art, food, history — and seeing photos of the most breathtaking panoramic views — not only do I know a whole lot more, but I’m itching to go and explore everything the city has to offer. Like, now. Let’s start with…