“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 […]
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Mount Engadine Lodge: All-Inclusive Connection in Alberta’s Backcountry
Discovering authentic connection at Mount Engadine Lodge, located in the back country of Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada.
A Year in Review: The Captured Moments of 2016
“Tomorrow, is the first blank page of a 365 page book. Write a good one.” -Brad Paisley- Another year come and gone. The last day of 2016 has arrived, and it is a day I cherish. Not because of a party, we never did commit to any of the invites. Not because of needing to […]
Lions and Tigers and Towers, Oh My! Spending a Weekend in Calgary, Alberta
“Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.” -Tommy Douglas- HELLO WORLD, MEET CALGARY… As a family from the Edmonton area, we enjoy the fun rivalry between our cities; Eskimos vs. Stampeders, Oilers vs. Flames, but when it comes down to it, we absolutely love […]
Paris and Italy: A 28 Day Itinerary
“To move, to breathe, to fly, to float, to gain all while you give, to roam the roads of lands remote, to travel is to live.” -Hans Christian Anderson- Thinking of visiting Paris and Italy? Here is our perfect 28 day itinerary to get you started! Travel is all about opportunity. It’s the opportunity to […]
Exploring the Historic Charms of St. Andrews by the Sea, New Brunswick
“What’s best about those seaside towns is that they are like time warps, and that’s why people go there.” -Harland Miller- Nestled along the Passamaquoddy Bay of New Brunswick, Canada, is a charming colonial town as rich in beauty as it is in historical significance. Consistently voted as one of the 10 most beautiful towns […]
Unplugged in the Rockies: Camping and Hiking at Abraham Lake, Alberta
“The mountains are calling, and I must go.” -John Muir- If you spend any amount of time on a road in Alberta, Canada, after May 1st, chances are you will meet the caravans of residents hauling trailers and all name of toys for enjoying rough roads and back country. We are masters of camping, we’ve […]
Pillars, Power and Performance: Visiting Rome’s Colosseum & Forum
Rome is home to history, art and the power of an empire that shaped our world. The Colosseum is rich in tales, arches and footsteps, and should be on every travelers wish list.
A Journey of Roots: Planning a Multi Generation Vacation
“Family, like branches on a tree, we all grow in different directions, yet our roots remain as one.” -Unknown- We live a very fortunate life, not only for our ability to travel, but simply to be part of a four generation family with extremely close bonds. Every time I watch my daughters interact with my […]
Beach Sand in my Hourglass: This is Cavendish, PEI
“In the end, I still prefer the sound of the winds in the firs across the brook more than the tinkling of crystal.” -Anne of Green Gables- Prince Edward Island is a place like no other. It’s not just a step back in time, but a place where time itself seems to linger, running a […]