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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 Places to Eat in Montréal, Québec
Some posts are harder to write than others, but this one is a no-brainer. Montréal is known for its food scene, and when Henk and I were there a few weeks ago, we got a chance to try out some of the ‘old’ and new restaurants around the city…
Château-Hopping Stop #2: Le Château Montebello
Ten thousand giant, hand-hewn red cedar logs shipped from British Colombia went into its creation. Thirty-five hundred workers worked around the clock for 4 months, on the first-ever jobsite lit with electric lights to accommodate three shifts. And in order to get...
Giant Spiders and Dragons invade Canada’s Capital
It’s been a banner year for Canada’s Capital Region. With the entire country celebrating Canada’s 150th birthday, Ottawa has pulled out all the stops when it comes to the attractions and events happening in the city. But if you think that this city is all about sedate tulip gardens and long-winded rhetoric in the House of Commons, think again, because this summer, huge dragons and giant spiders delighted both residents and visitors alike…
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