“Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury.” -Coco Chanel- I imagine this is how Alice felt, unsure which parts of her lavishly dramatic world were a dream and which parts still held footing in reality. Swirls of brilliance and magical mirrors, deep rose reds and ornate door handles that surely lead to worlds […]
Author: AmyButterfield
Horsing Around: A Night of Thoroughbred Racing in Edmonton, Alberta
“There is something about the outside of a horse, that is good for the inside of a man.” -Winston Churchill- There is something nostalgic about walking the grounds of a stable, the earthy mixture of dirt and hay, manes and tails. It is the sound of hooves, the neighs and the nickers. A blow of […]
Notes from the Hill: The Edmonton Folk Music Festival
“Music is one way for young people to connect to themselves, but is also a bridge for connecting with others. Through music, we can introduce children to the richness and diversity of the human family and to the myriad rhythms of life.” -Daniel A. Carp- For nearly four decades, music lovers have been staking a claim […]
Adventures in the Air: The Snow Valley Aerial Park, Edmonton, Alberta
“It’s okay to be scared. Being scared means you are about to do something really, really brave.” -Mandy Hale- THE AERIAL EXPERIENCE Those first unsure footsteps, shaking hands, a nervous but determined face, gentle words of encouragement…. and a zip-wire so fun it needs to be crossed half a dozen times before moving on. A […]
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald: A Mother-Daughter Weekend in the Fairytale Castle of Edmonton
“Whether for business or pleasure, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has the attentive staff and luxurious accommodations to make your stay a graceful complement to the fun that abounds just outside our doors.” -Fairmont Hotel Macdonald- From the Edmonton River Valley it looms, a majestic combination of copper and limestone, radiating a romantic elegance in a tale that weaves […]
Tree Houses Hotel: Sleeping in the Canopy of Costa Rica
“Tree houses are the ultimate return to nature.” -Pete Nelson- There is something synonymous about children and building forts. Pulling out the meticulously folded sheets and strategically draping them over couches and chairs. Adding a magical glow with string lights and sleeping on a floor of popcorn and pillows. The motivated gathering of boards and […]
Elevating Expectation: A Stay at the Calgary Marriott Downtown Hotel
“At Marriott Hotels, everything we do is guided by the principle that travel expands the mind and triggers creative thinking.” -Marriott Hotels- With Rocky Mountain views, a winding river valley and a 191 meter tower from which to observe it all, Calgary, Alberta is a city that embodies everything it is to be Canadian. Home to […]
Mexico’s Mayan Riviera: An All Inclusive Week at the Barcelo Maya Grand Resort
“And forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair.” – Khalil Gibran – The Mayan Riviera, Mexico, is 120 unique kilometers of eastern coast along the Yucatán Peninsula, stretching from Puerto Morelos to Punta Allen. It is a destination steeped in rich history, with […]
Dominican Republic: Discovering your Idyllic Corner of this Caribbean Island
“The ocean stirs the heart, inspires the imagination and brings eternal joy to the soul.” – Wyland- Turquoise water framed by pristine white sand and a brilliant blue sky. Palm trees swaying in a gentle breeze, dancing to the invisible vibrations of island life. Grass roof palapas, stark seaside cliffs and award winning golf courses […]
Sirena Serena: A Boutique Oasis in Tamarindo, Costa Rica
“At the beach, life is different. Time doesn’t move hour to hour but mood to moment. We live by the currents, plan by the tides, and follow the sun.” -Anonymous- The ocean is an expansive vault of memories, a current that carries with it moments of footprints, castles, collected shells and sunsets. The salty smell […]