When I backpacked Europe for the first time, I used a travel backpack that had wheels. Now let me tell ya, it was so difficult to carry! Plus keeping an eye on my bag was even more frustrating. Below are a few tips I have learned over the years in my travels, in how to keep your backpack safe. When you are sleeping on a train, bus or even in an airport, there is a high chance that your bag can get stolen. S ...

It's the month of February and for everyone living north, that translates to WINTER! While most people complain about the cold, the snow and the hibernation months of winter, I keep on racing against time to check off everything from my winter list of activities. Get into winter activities. Rule number one if you want your winter to fly by is to actually enjoy the winter season. Yes people! You can actually ...

There are many places for an independent traveler to travel to, but take a look at this. In 2009 Europe was not one of the hot picks for independent travelers. Below are the top countries that will surprise you! Colombia Now everyone says, Colombia is one of the most dangerous countries to travel solo to, however this is where all the independent backpackers ventured off to in 2009. Within the last few year ...

Although most of us are bound to travel with a friend or friends, there are a few reasons why you should consider traveling alone at least once in your life! No Compromising Necessary You can do whatever you want, when you want and where you want! You don't have to compromise with your friend's wishes. If you get fed up of being in a city, you can simply head towards the next city. You can pick and choose w ...

The are many skyscrapers around the world, but below are just a few that are a must see on your travels! Burj Khalifa The world's tallest building in the world, 2,717 feet high. It is located in the heart of Dubai and was named after the ruler Sheik Khalifa bin Zayaed Al Dhabi who came to aid during Dubai financial meltdown. Two International Finance Center Located in Hong Kong and designed by renowned arch ...

As most of us around the world will be too busy celebrating Valentine's Day with our significant others, friends or families, the ethnic Chinese will be celebrating their most traditional Holiday- the Chinese New Year (Year of the Tiger). The tiger represents one of the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac signs associated to the Chinese calendar, which means that every animals comes up every 12 years. Here are ...

Wow time passes very quickly! I remember like it was just the other day when they announced that the 2010 Winter Olympics would be held in Vancouver. So today is the start for so much excitement and for our Canadian Teams to do their best! Now I am not much of a follower for any of the Winter sports, but I am a big fan for our Teams to WIN!! Well isn't any Canadian? So I say good luck to everyone!! Super ex ...

 In prepartion for the Olympics, a theme song was created and the perfect voice was required to sing it. This is where Nikki Yanofsky came along... Both the perfect song and the perfect voice make this a perfect video. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7v0o27BPIIk] I Believe. Athletes must believe in themselves, in their capabilities,  if they want to win a gold medal at the Olympics. I Believe. Docto ...

No matter where you are in the world or Canada the Olympic games will be on many different channels, but who is covering the biggest events/ stories? Well only a handful of networks get the real chance to feature the mainstream events and present the biggest highlights. All sport fans generally will be watching CBC. Yes, CBC will be covering your biggest fans, but the main source to keep your eyes glued to ...

Believe it or not, the next Winter Olympics is just around the corner. The opening ceremony will take place on February 12!  And you know what? This Winter Olympic will be hosted in the warmest location in the history of the winter Olympics- Vancouver, Canada! As athletes around the world get ready to perform at this year's Olympics, their ultimate goal is to WIN- to win a medal. But what about these medals ...