One of the fabulous things about Montreal is that it doesn’t matter what time of year or month it is. There is bound to be some festival going on. Not only that, but many of the venues have free activities. That’s probably why Montreal is known as the city of festivals. For example, last week,…
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The Lovely Lower East Side District
There is just so much I like about the Lower East Side, and because the area is so big, it’s taking me quite a while to write this blog post. LES is my favourite part of the city, and while we were staying in Midtown, we made our way down to the Lower East Side…
Remarkable Roosevelt Island District
To get to Roosevelt Island, one must ride the Roosevelt Island Tramway, often crowded with tourists and families heading to the park. Embark on a unique aerial journey with a ride on the Roosevelt Island Tramway. This iconic red tram offers stunning views as it glides over the East River, connecting Roosevelt Island to Manhattan….
Exploring Manhattan’s Hidden Gems: Bryant Park and More
When it comes to parks in Manhattan, Central Park often takes center stage. I won’t be talking about Central Park, as you can easily pick up a map and read all about it elsewhere. But beyond this iconic green oasis lies a treasure trove of lesser-known parks, like Bryant Park, that have played a significant…
Day 10 – The Sensational Bryce Canyon
Today was supposed to be a relaxing day visiting Bryce Canyon. We stayed just about 20 minutes outside the park and in a lovely little cabin. It was nice to have no worries about making noises around us. We spent five hours at the national park, and yes, it was a relaxing day, but all…
Travel Books as Guides
Travel books, books and more books. I think I can never have enough information. Part of the fun part of travelling is going through all the material to see what you want and where you want to go. I’m particularly fond of the DK Eyewitness books with their Top 10 for various cities. They’re smaller…