Amazing murals are super popular in cities like Vancouver and Calgary, but even smaller cities are getting in on the trend. Having moved to Kamloops, B.C. earlier this year, I soon discovered there are so many colourful murals here! This post covers more than 30 of Kamloops’ most Instagram-worthy murals. I have also embedded a […]
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Where to Stay in Honolulu: Queen Kapiolani Hotel Review
Last month, my husband and I took our first trip to Hawaii! We stayed on the island of Oahu in Honolulu along Waikiki Beach at the Queen Kapiolani Hotel. If you are looking for a beautiful place to stay close to the beach, this could be the place for you. Keep reading for lots of […]
Visiting the Chilliwack Tulip Festival near Vancouver, B.C.
Visiting the tulip festivals in the Fraser Valley has been on my bucket list for several years, and last week I finally did it! My mom and I drove to the Lower Mainland and visited the Chilliwack Tulip Festival (formerly called Tulips of the Valley). It was absolutely stunning! Although it has since closed for […]
How to Spend 2 Weeks Traveling in Italy
During a two-week trip to Italy, my husband and I went to Venice, Florence and Rome. We packed a lot into the 2 weeks and had the best time! It has definitely made me want to return to Italy, because there is so much more to explore. In this post I will give you an […]
How to Spend 4 Days in Rome, Italy
There is so much to see and do in Rome, including the Trevi Fountain, the Colosseum and the Vatican! In this post I am sharing the ultimate itinerary for spending four days in the Eternal City. This Rome travel guide can also easily be shortened down to two or three days, depending how long you […]
Guide to Visiting the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Roman Forum
The Colosseum is by far one of the most iconic landmarks in Rome, and it definitely cannot be missed! I don’t think you can truly understand the grandeur of it until you see it in person. In this post I am sharing a guide to visiting the Colosseum and how to get the most out […]
How to See the Trevi Fountain in Rome Without the Crowds
Visiting the Trevi Fountain was one of the top things I was looking forward to when planning a trip to Rome, Italy. So many of the photos and videos I’d seen of the Trevi Fountain were full of thousands of people everywhere, so you could barely see the fountain in the background though. Not my […]
Tips for the Perfect Winter Getaway to Halcyon Hot Springs in British Columbia
For the past two years, my husband and I have gone to Halcyon Hot Springs near Nakusp, B.C. for a holiday around Christmastime. Halcyon is a gorgeous resort and it’s even more magical in the winter when it’s covered in snow! There is something so amazing about sitting in a hot spring pool while the […]
How to Spend 2 Days in Florence, Italy
Florence, Italy is full of art, museums and amazing architecture. Today I am sharing a Florence travel guide on how we spent two full days in the city known as the “cradle of the Renaissance,” including how to see the statue of David for free, which church is a must-see and which one is not […]
Where to see Michelangelo’s David Statue in Florence
The statue of David is an iconic feature in Florence, Italy, created by the famous Italian artist Michelangelo. The marble statue is 17 feet tall and depicts the Biblical figure David, prior to his battle with Goliath. It is definitely a must-see when in Florence, but there is more than one way to see it. […]