Brussels is the capital of Belgium and a great city to explore in one day. The great part of traveling in Europe is the ability to travel quickly between countries. With a walkable historic city center and nearby train…
As the largest city and capital of The Netherlands, Amsterdam is steeped in Dutch history with narrow houses with steep gables and its canal system, many constructed in the 17th century. Bikes rule the road in Amsterdam during the summer,…
Located on the eastern tip of North America, this part of Nova Scotia feels as wild as the Northern Atlantic Ocean. It draws its heritage from Scotland, and in many ways, it feels like Scotland. One of the top places…
London is the Capital and largest city of England. It is a thoroughly modern city, yet it has a history dating back to Roman times and preserves its Medieval History. London is an excellent first European Destination for travelers, and…
Located less than 10 miles from Quebec City, the Isle of Orleans is a charming day trip. Top sites like the Montmorency Falls and a winery, visitors can explore the French-inspired countryside. Also known as the L’Ile d’Orleans is a…
Located in Eastern Canada’s Maritimes, Prince Edward Island is a summertime destination centered around the ocean. From its lighthouses to its PEI mussels to a world-famous redheaded orphan, there is lots to do. It is an easy destination to explore…
As the largest city of Quebec in Canada, Montreal offers an urban city center with a French flair. A quick flight from the U.S. to Montreal feels like Europe without the 8-hour flight. Montreal offers expansive museums, urban parks and…
Eastern Canada’s forest offers mountains, lakes and forests to explore. The Laurentian Mountains, between Montreal and Quebec City, were once logged. Now protected, La Mauricie National Park features 150 different lakes and a boreal forest for hiking and camping, with…
Published in 1908, Anne Shirley was mistakenly sent to a brother and sister, Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, on Prince Edward Island. The children’s classic Anne of Green Gables, by Lucy Maud Montgomery, is based on an actual place in Canada.…
The Bay of Fundy boasts the greatest tidal fluctuations in the world, with the water levels up to 40 feet different in a single day. With two parks dedicated to the Bay of Fundy’s tides, visitors can walk on the…
With a favorable exchange rate for Americans and pleasant summer weather, a trip to the Canadian Maritimes offers lots of unique places to explore, like the Bay of Fundy. One of the largest cities in the Canadian Maritimes, Saint John…
With its out-of-this-world scenery and a favorable exchange rate for U.S. travelers, now is the time to plan a trip to the National Parks of Canada. This is the summer to camp at the top of North America. Before recoiling into…