How did Whistler B.C. get its name?
It's all because of the cute little marmort . . .…
Five days kayaking in B.C.’s Broken Group Islands
The majority of the paddlers were over 50, but there were young families and it was noticeable how much their children enjoyed the experience…
Flea markets a great introduction to local culture
You can have lots of fun at flea markets around the world while learning something about that country's culture at the same time…
Why you should take a vacation
Breaking away from work in a meaningful way, for a significant period, is critical to our health and well-being – as humans and as workers…
Why point-and-shoot cameras are still relevant
The compact new Fujifilm FinePix XP140 is durable, offers multiple functions, is relatively cheap and takes great pictures…
Geared up for another kayak adventure on the B.C. coast
The equipment has improved and been refined over the years, but the thrill of the backcountry remains the same…
A guide to understanding the hotel star system
About the only thing that hotel ratings have in common are their confusing star systems…
Travel Insider: Post-fire Waterton; Calgary chef cruises to celeb status; a ‘vine’ sleep
Travel Like This editor Lisa Monforton monthly travel insider tips…
Small cities like Duncan, B.C., steward great artists
Reflecting on Canadian culture at the Dog House Restaurant and small businesses dedicated to local artisans…
Once in a blue moon: scaling B.C.’s Fisher Peak
Climbing Fisher requires no mountaineering equipment, no technical skills. But the steady steepness makes for a long, hard day…
Get a little badass on two wheels in Alberta’s Badlands
Sometimes you just need to hightail it out of the city to a place that makes you feel free.…
Finding a place to sleep in any language in Europe
If you're looking for a place to sleep in more rural areas of a country, it pays to know some of the names you should be looking for…
Vacation planning for empty nesters
Think about it: No more exploring the world via Disney's Epcot Center…
‘Cheap’ hotels a great way to save
Keep in mind that bargains come in all kinds of packages, and you should be able to find a nice cheap hotel that you can live with…
A magnificent Cornish pub dinner to top off a day of discovery
We walked back to our lodgings simply wondering if a better day could be had – anywhere. And already tomorrow was beckoning…