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At Grownup Travels, we believe in the kind of travel where you bring home stories, not souvenirs. We are up for adventures with rough edges but soft landings, accommodations that are unique or boutique, and the kind of cultural experiences that make your travels truly memorable. Read some of our latest articles below, scroll down to browse a destination that interests you, or visit our photo galleries that are sure to fuel your wanderlust.
4 (and 1/2) Must-Do Day Trips From Whitehorse, Yukon
Anyone visiting the Yukon will obviously want to spend time in the Territory’s gateway city, Whitehorse. And there are plenty of things to see and do there, whether you want to shop for gold or tour an historic paddlewheeler. But there are also some interesting destinations and fun adventures waiting for you outside the city that show off the uniqueness of this beautiful Territory: here are 4 must-do day trips from Whitehorse that will show you glaciers, jewel-coloured lakes, deserts and more.
Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook: a Hidden Gem in the Eastern Townships
When a Québec town with less than 10,000 people attracts more than 300,000 visitors every year, you know it must have something very special. That town is Coaticook, in Québec's bucolic Eastern Townships, and that something special is Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook....
A “Bubble” and a Lighthouse: 2 Unique Places to Stay in Québec’s Maritime Region
"Unique" and "boutique". These are two words that Henk and I like to use to describe what we look for when we travel. Sometimes this can mean a singular attraction that sets a destination apart from the others; sometimes it can be unusual or unique places to stay. We...
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