Mar
23

Our Four Days in Eclectic but Gritty Barcelona

Port Vell

Barcelona is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe, if not the world. This fact becomes evident as soon as you step off the train.&nb...

Jan
03

Five Reasons Why Mackinac Island has Best Beach on Lake Michigan

Round Island Lighthouse

For those of us who have lived close to the sea, a lake vacation is a different experience.  But, if you want a place that will change your mind ...

Dec
07

The Do's and Don'ts When Getting a French Long-Stay Visa

Entry Stamp

Are you looking forward to living in France? Check out the long-stay visa requirements and be prepared for a bureaucratic exercise. The list is long, ...

Dec
04

Spanish Colonial Past in Vigan, Ilocos Sur

Paoay Cathedral

Not many people will know that the Philippines was once the colony of Spain for 300 years. In the city of Vigan in the province of Ilocos Sur in the n...

Aug
29

Whistler Mountain BC is Dream for Outdoor Enthusiast

2010 Winter Olympics

If you are a runner, biker, hiker, or a skier or a generic outdoor recreational enthusiast, Whistler Mountain in British Columbia, is your dream come ...

Aug
26

Vancouver, British Columbia, is the Best Place on Earth

Vancouver Harbor

You can't help but fall in love with Vancouver. Since visiting it the first time ten years ago, Vancouver is my best place on earth! The city is so sc...