On the northern shores of Lake Ontario lies a place where time stands still. A place where properties have been passed from generation to generation and century-old homes are restored instead of replaced. Residents are amongst the friendliest you’ll meet, and the only traffic you will encounter are tractors and school buses. Known by locals […]
Month: April 2019
Picton Ontario Beaches to Visit this Summer
A Locals Guide to 6 of the Best Beaches Around Picton, in Prince Edward County, Ontario Some of the best beaches in Ontario are located around Picton, in Prince Edward County. From the well-known dunes at Sandbanks to the secluded cliffs at Little Bluff, there are many fantastic places to spend an afternoon. Better yet, […]
Paris Bucket List: 51 of the Best Things to See, Eat and Do
There is so much to see and do in Paris that it can be hard to know where to begin when planning your itinerary. City guides can be incredibly in-depth, making your choices even more overwhelming. To make your life easier I have prepared a complete list of the essential things to see, eat and […]
Must-See Châteaux of the Loire Valley
Before we talk about the Châteaux of the Loire Valley, let’s go over some simple definitions. Castles, Châteaux, Palaces, Forts, and Fortresses… What are the differences? Château is the French word for castle. The ‘x’ at the end of chateau indicates the plural tense. According to Wikipedia “A castle (from Latin: castellum) is a type […]
Hotels in Paris with Incredible Rooftop Pools
Paris is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world welcoming 33 million visitors in 2017. There are a wide variety of accommodations to choose from, including close to 2000 hotels in the Greater Paris area. However, hotels with swimming pools are scarce, mostly because of space constraints. With roughly 50 hotels pools […]
Free Things to Do in Paris Part 1: Parks, Gardens & Outdoors
If you are looking for free things to do in Paris, you’ve come to the right place. The metropolitan city of Paris has many free public parks, gardens and outdoor attractions to enjoy year round. Looking for more free things to do in Paris? Check out Part 2: Churches & Cemeteries, Part 3: Culture & […]