Hotels & Resorts

Where to Watch the Tour de France

Where to Watch the Tour de France **This post has been updated to reflect the 2026 Tour de France route I plotted, schemed and agonized over how and where to watch the Tour de France. With options ranging from organized tours to renting a caravan and parking on the roadside, selecting the perfect experience for […]

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Exploring Lake Louise by Canoe

After climbing into our warmest clothes, we stepped outside into the eerie quiet. The full moon pierced the darkness, lighting our path. We thought we were alone in the crisp alpine air until we encountered a lone photographer. He hunched over his tripod, with his lens pointed across the lake at the shimmering glaciers of

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Review: The Ham Yard Hotel London

Review: The Ham Yard Hotel London Although the Ham Yard Hotel London is only a two-minute walk from Picadilly Circus, it feels miles away. Once you enter the leafy pedestrian courtyard fronting the hotel, the big city mayhem is replaced by a charming urban village vibe. The central yet subdued location is just one of

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What to Wear at The Ranch Malibu

I’m counting the days until another stay at The Ranch Malibu, a California luxury health and wellness retreat. Before my first trip, I wondered what to wear at The Ranch Malibu. I followed the suggested packing list, but had a few questions. Is it necessary to pack two pairs of hiking shoes? Do people really

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Visit the Cowichan Valley – One of the Best Day Trips from Victoria, B.C.

Victoria, British Columbia’s capital city, is a year-round vacation destination. Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria visitors can tour colourful gardens like those at Butchart, eat and drink at top Canadian spots, and get out into the spectacular natural environment. After exploring the city, you don’t need to fly, ferry, or cruise

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Planning a Summer Vacation in Europe? (This Place is Fabulous)

If you are planning a summer vacation in Europe that includes culture, architecture, gourmet food, outdoor activities, and boutique hotels, how about a week or longer in Vorarlberg? Abundant in natural beauty, culture, and fun activities – Austria’s westernmost state is an excellent summer destination. Vorarlberg, Austria Location Bordering Germany, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein, Austria’s Vorarlberg state is easily accessible

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