Posted by admin on Sep 15, 2017

Kauai – YES, YES & YES!

YES, YES & YES!
Eloping, Second Marriages, Anniversaries, or Renewing Vows
Looking to plan a romantic event or special wedding? Consider the garden island, Kaua’i. It may just be the ticket to all your dreams come true.

Posted by christie on Dec 30, 2016

A Taste of Nova Scotia

This dish was created as a way to enjoy a typical Maritime lobster dinner in a single bite or two. In Nova Scotia lobster is almost always boiled but steamed lobster is becoming more popular, personally I prefer it boiled in heavily salted water to give it that fresh from the water flavor.

Posted by christie on Oct 31, 2016

Thailand’s Romantic Getaways

It Begins With the People By Terry Tremaine Photos By Connie Ekelund We were in Thailand when the international media were trumpeting political unrest and turmoil in the streets. Naturally we were somewhat wary but reassured in that Foreign Affairs Canada had simply suggested Canadians avoid a particular block near the centre of the city of Bangkok. The way in which the citizens of this heavily Buddhist...

Posted by admin on Sep 3, 2016

The Seychelles – Another World

The very picturesque Seychelles Islands can readily be described as truly unique in the world. Lying some 1,600 kilometers off the east coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean, the archipelago is made up of 115 islands.

Posted by christie on Sep 2, 2016

Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu

Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Story by Terry Tremaine Photos by Connie Ekelund Lima was the city of entry for our journey to Peru. The airport and customs clearance was efficient with minimal waiting time. We overnighted at the very comfortable Ramada Costa del Sol Lima Airport Hotel before flying on to Cusco to begin our tremendous adventure. Cusco was the Inca capital and sits relatively...

Posted by admin on Sep 1, 2016

Hong Kong and Sichuan

“Quality is not hard to find and a trip to Hong Kong can easily turn into a gourmet’s delight.”

“It’s a big country with an amazing number of people who share a very old and rich culture. As the country grows to command an impressive spot on the world stage, it is also encouraging tourism.”

Posted by admin on Aug 30, 2016

Fiji – Where Happiness Finds You

When returning to Fiji, it’s hearing the pleasant sound of ‘bula’, a greeting meaning welcome, which reminds visitors of what a friendly people the Fijians are. The enthusiasm with which they greet visitors and each other sets a unique warm tone for this lush group of south Pacific islands.

Posted by admin on Jun 21, 2016

Beautiful China

Beautiful China Beijing, Shanxi and Shanghai By Terry Tremaine Photos by Connie Ekelund A visa is required to visit China and certainly seems to facilitate entry as clearing customs upon arrival at Beijing International Airport is quick and efficient. Having last visited in 1986 I was most curious to see what changes had occurred and was most impressed with the truly remarkable transition. As with...