The Cypress Eagle Coaster, also known by some as the Cypress Mountain Coaster, is the latest addition to the Cypress Mountain area. It’s easily accessible north of Metro Vancouver. Cypress Mountain was one of the venues for the 2010 Olympic…
During a recent trip to England, we split our time between Gloucestershire and West Sussex. While staying near Arundel Castle, where we couldn’t resist another visit, we also made a point of travelling to Fishbourne to explore its remarkable Roman…
Harry Potter fans flock to Gloucester Cathedral in southwest England to see the monastic cloisters featured in its films. Potter fan or not, its magnificent gothic architecture mesmerizes every visitor with its revolving architectural styles that transpired over hundreds of…
England boasts 42 cathedrals of varied architecture, with some of the finest attracting millions of visitors each year. Not just a place of worship, their architectural styles document centuries of evolving history. Two such structures, Canterbury Cathedral and Durham Cathedral, have been designated as…
BC’s Othello Tunnels, just a couple of hours east of Vancouver, is one of those easy day trips that let you explore the outdoors and learn about local history. Located about 10 km (6 miles) outside of the small town…
A common island stop on a western Caribbean cruise, Cozumel attracts visitors to its sandy beaches and spectacular diving sites. Second, in size to the Great Barrier Reef, the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef off Cozumel’s coast is a diver’s paradise. While…
While the Cotswolds is brimming with picturesque villages, few can rival the charm of Painswick. Often called the “Queen of the Cotswolds,” this hilltop town shines with its winding lanes, historic architecture, and distinctive golden Cotswold stone buildings. As an…
When travelers think of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, Banff, Moraine Lake, and Lake Louise come to mind. But the mountains offer more than one park. Yoho National Park bordering the more prominent Banff park and offers many wonderful hiking trails….
The Coquitlam Crunch trail is a moderate uphill urban hike near Vancouver, British Columbia, on Canada’s West Coast. Built and maintained by the City of Coquitlam, the Crunch is an invigorating workout that is open year-round and 24 hours a…
I’ve lived in British Columbia for over 20 years, but without a doubt, one of the best-kept secrets just north of Vancouver is the Britannia Mine Museum. It is the perfect blend of family fun, a look back in history,…