Adventure Travel in Quebec
Adventures in Saguenay include hikes, via ferrata climbing, wildlife, kayaking, and enjoying the fjord, seaway, and forests not far from Quebec City.
Canada
Basilica of Notre Dame, Montreal, Canada
The bright blue Basilica of Notre Dame of Montreal is one of the most striking and beautiful churches we’ve seen in all our travels. It’s elaborate and beautiful decoration is reminiscent of such later gems as St. Matthias in Budapest and Notre Dame in Lyon.
Quebec City at Night
A beautiful city best shows itself at twilight. The lamps and window lights come on just before the sky gives up its job of illuminating man’s creations. The air cools … Read more
Finding Montreal’s Identity in Old Neighborhoods
A walking tour of Montreal, Quebec, with Context Travel, covers the history and identity of this historic city.
Young Black Bear, Saguenay, Quebec
We’re attending the Adventure Elevate Travel conference in Saguenay, Quebec now. As part of the welcome, they took the attendees on various tours of the area. You could sign up … Read more
2013 in 50 Photographs
Kris and I visited 13 foreign countries in 2013. In order: Spain, Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Canada, England, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Japan, back to Spain, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, and Hungary. … Read more
Tasting Menu at Viamede in the Kawarthas, Ontario
On a recent press trip to Peterborough and the Kawarthas, in Ontario, Canada, we were treated to this tasting menu at Viamede, a classic old resort on Stoney Lake. Viamede … Read more
A Tour of Toronto Architecture
A Toronto architecture tour displays a great mixture of classic and modern Toronto architecture. And, any city that has a big building by Santiago Calatrava is ok in my book.
(Un)welcome to the United States
Since 9/11 I’ve reentered the United States from travel abroad more than a dozen times. Each time, it is more unpleasant. Many people I’ve met in other countries who have … Read more
Niagara Falls From Both Sides
The Horseshoe Falls of Niagara Falls. The view from the Canadian side is pretty impressive. Especially when you see those boats sneaking up on the cascade. The Canadian version of … Read more