What better way to start the weekend by getting to know another cool travel blog? We became friends with Women on the Road blog on Facebook and after some email exchange with Layla, the founder, we thought you'd like to meet another one of us! How did the idea of starting your own travel blog come up? I started it back in 2006 after extensive travel - I was going to write a book but life got in the way and ...

I just wanted to share with all you outdoor and travel geeks from Montreal that there is a festival that may interest coming to Parc Jean-Drapeau in May! Yes, you may be thinking "and yet another festival" but hey, it's related to travel! How can we miss this one? And, it's free! This year will be my first year at the festival but from what I was able to gather, this outdoor and travel event will include ex ...

California is a backpacker’s paradise. With hot summers, mild winters and iconic tourist attractions, it’s no wonder that the West Coast is one of the most visited states in the USA by both domestic and international tourists. Its beauty lies within its diversity - there are not many places in the world where you can find deserts and glaciers, farmland and cities and beaches and mountain ranges all in one s ...

[caption id="attachment_7481" align="aligncenter" width="640" caption="Courtesy of HerryLawford"][/caption] The best way to get off the beaten track this year is to pick up a motor through economy car rentals and head off for the Scottish Borders. This region, which covers about 1800 square miles in the north of England, was fought over for centuries by the Scots and English and was often a virtual no-man’s ...

            Welcome to Sydney, a spectacular city located in Australia. One can travel through Sydney by bus, train or vehicle comfortably. The city is famous for its scenic beaches and natural beauty. The people here have a seductive outdoor lifestyle and a pleasant nature. You can get refreshed and stress free visiting the green nature of Sydney planning a holiday of three weeks or more. There are many pl ...

[caption id="attachment_7449" align="aligncenter" width="640" caption="Courtesy of Arnaud Bachelard"][/caption] A journey to France was not complete until I visited the awe-inspiring and gigantic Mont Blanc and experienced Chamonix holidays.  I was not disappointed, with lungs full of alpine air I took in a vista of spring-time flowers and soft sunlight.  Faraway I gazed at the lilac horizon of crooked peak ...

Coming into New York City, I was struck dumb by the enormity of everything. Giant buildings and expansive parks that stretched like a rolling blanket of green into a horizon of monolithic architecture, like teeth jutting into the sky.  The organisation of the grid-like streets and the efficient subway is a testament to the talent and might of many people, who made this place the beating heart of commerce an ...

At first, Beijing can be overwhelming due to its sheer scale: everything here is massive, from plazas to monuments and the sheer number of attractions to see. It is however surprisingly easy and safe to get around in because of a convenient and modern metro train system, which easily takes you to the most interesting sights. I have to admit, I was really excited when I booked my cheap flights to Beijing, as ...

The countryside of France contains almost one half of the total campsites in Europe, boasting over 10,000 registered camping locations that range from primitive clearings to fully equipped caravan parks. Referred as “le camping sauvage” by the French, outdoor campsites in France are rated like hotels with classifications ranging from one star to four stars sites. France has five National Parks in the Southw ...

At just about every time of the year, Cornwall finds itself awash with tourists, and it’s easy to see why. Touring Caravan Sites and campsites are becoming increasingly popular with visitors to England’s most westerly county, which is largely down to the ease of access to just about any part of Cornwall, but the quality and range of amenities on site have improved dramatically. Some of the best campsites in ...