Our visit to the Grotto of Lourdes, Newfoundland, became a story in Vacay.ca Grotto of Lourdes, NFLD August 26, 2015. It was wonderful to meet the lovely folks who put so much time and energy into building this tribute to their … Continued
Hawai’i, the Big Island Two Ways for WestJet Magazine – September, 2015 On Hawai’i’s Big Island there’s lots to do under picture-perfect sunny skies. But you can also enjoy the natural beauty of the island after the sun goes down. … Continued
5 Heavenly Harbours for the Calgary Herald “Psst! Wanna buy a fish?” The peaceful dock at Quadra Island, B.C. was the last place I expected to be approached by a malnourished fish dealer with a nicotine habit. When he sidled … Continued
For the Calgary Herald: Have you always wanted to wield a paintbrush? Had a passion for pottery? Been gaga for glassblowing or crazy for the clarinet but couldn’t find the time to do what you love? Arizona is a place where … Continued
For the Calgary Herald: When Jim Ball decided to surprise his wife Marilyn with a custom ring for their tenth anniversary, he took his design to his favorite jeweler 10 months ahead of time. He wasn’t worried about how long … Continued
The biting whine of a chainsaw shattered the silence of the cornfield under a bright blue autumn sky. We watched in horror as the blade plunged and twisted into its target. Would the carver succeed or lose a finger? Would … Continued
For AAA Home & Away Magazine, Southern Pennslyvania and online: New York City’s love affair with equine beauties continues into the 21st century. What would New York’s Central Park be without horses? Many of the park’s 40 million annual visitors … Continued
For AAA Home and Away Magazine, Southern Pennsylvania and online: Every January, a palace of ice rises on the frozen glacier waters of Lake Louise to signal the start of the Ice Magic Festival in Banff National Park, Alberta. Surrounded … Continued
The Vancouver Courier – August 22, 2014 You’re going to Cuba? Great! Take food. That was the advice from friends when I told them about our upcoming trip. There was universal agreement that if we were going to survive for … Continued