The oysters were shucked with a deftness that suggests years opening the bivalves (although a plaster on her hand perhaps suggested the occasionally concentration lapse). Dozens of shining morsels, placed on a bed of seaweed, landed unceremoniously... MORE

The aroma of fresh Jamaican cooking entices you to enter. The bright flowers strewn around invite you to stay. The gentle glow of a hundred candles... MORE

Sunglasses?  Check.  Sun tan lotion?  Check.  Skis?  Check.  Huh?  You’re probably wondering.  Believe it or not, skiing and snowboarding... MORE

Organic eating, organic living, organic spa-ing? While spas may conjure up the notion of all-natural treatments like seaweed and mud wraps, most spas use skincare products containing synthetic ingredients that may, over time, build up toxins in one’s body. As we all try to eat, live and breathe healthier than we ever have before, most of us are realizing that it’s just as important... MORE

There are many welcoming aspects to the fall season. The crisp in the air and changing of the leaves are obvious highlights, but to our tastebuds’ content, it is also harvest season. With so many choices to pile up on our plates, it is tempting to be inspired. I’m a firm believer in the importance of approaching food... MORE

Sometimes, life reminds us we need a break. It is important to listen to this request and even better, share the experience with loved ones. To help make this notion a reality, trip advisor has published... MORE

Now, perhaps more than ever, touring the world has never been more accessible. The idea of signing up for one of these around-the-globe trips, as they’re called, is almost too exciting for me to handle. With the... MORE

In the heart of British Columbia’s Great Bear Rainforest lies a unique vacation destination that boasts five-star service and an environmentally friendly approach. It’s called “King Pacific Lodge,” but the term... MORE

Easter, like most holidays, can mean a lot of different things to a lot of people. When I was a child, Easter meant hunting for plastic, pastel-coloured eggs filled with chocolate treats. Over the years, nothing much... MORE

Lifestyle is a Canadian publication that focuses on the latest trends, gourmet dishes, fantastic... MORE

The term ‘snowbird’ may take on quite a literal meaning with this one. Seymourpowell, a U.K. design company, has released details of a new travel... MORE

Have you ever travelled and visited a place that looked very familiar but you know this is your first time being there? Your head tilts to the side, lines form on your forehead as your eyebrows scrunch together and eyes squint in confusion. You recognize certain buildings, statues and streets... MORE

For the most part, I think that the world is making a bit of a shift, and that people are all trying to live a little bit greener these days. I am also a big believer in the wonders of a good education.  Couple those two beliefs and it’d be safe to say that travelling to take some pointers... MORE

As I’m blasted by yet another gust of frigid air, I can’t help but think longingly of my Christmas vacation: the warm sun, the sand… the cacti? This winter I gave up the beach in favour of a trip to the Arizona desert, and as a recent Florida-convert, I encourage you to try the same. ... MORE

A new year usually means new resolutions. It seems that this year, Dubai resolves to be bigger, better, and more opulent than ever — like that’s even possible. Even with news about Dubai’s current economic crisis, the unveiling of the 200-storey Burj Khalifa — formerly named... MORE

When the frost drops – along with the temperatures – most people daydream about sunny destinations and hot beaches. However, it seems that no one ever really thinks about going somewhere that is just a little less cold. Maybe even somewhere like Paris. Paris in the winter is just as beautiful... MORE

The holidays are coming to a close. This is a sad, but very true fact for those of us who haven’t quite gotten our much-needed break yet. But fear not, there is still hope for some rest and relaxation in your future – and you won’t even need to hop on a plane to get it. “Staycations”... MORE

I was walking downtown the other day and it was not a pleasant stroll. As the bitter cold cut through me like a knife, the wind howling in my ears and the snow tearing at me in every direction, I couldn’t... MORE

As I waited for the streetcar in the cold the other day I couldn’t help daydreaming about feeling the rays from the sun piercing through me, the sound of waves clashing against the sand, the smell of salt in... MORE