Top 7 Things to Do in Tofino for Non-Surfers
Most people think of one thing when they think of Vancouver Island’s small town of Tofino: surfing. (Well, maybe ‘hippies’, too, since they are somewhat related in attitude and lifestyle.) Certainly the town’s location on the wild Pacific side of the island supports the former, with its hang-ten-worthy waves and extraordinarily long beaches. And with its somewhat remote location and spectacular...
Guide to Discovery Days Festival in Dawson, Yukon
Arriving in Dawson City, Yukon is a little like walking onto the set of a spaghetti western. The dirt streets, wooden sidewalks and flat clapboard facades on the town's buildings all scream the Wild West, and even the hardware store still sells equipment for gold panning. If it weren't for the 4X4s parked all along main street and the occasional tour bus spitting out its cargo of tourists, you'd...
Where to Shop in Perth County, Ontario
No weekend getaway to the country is complete without planning a little shopping. At least that’s my philosophy. Whether that means looking for antiques, handicrafts or even local produce…