Archive for the ‘Europe’ Category

The Isle of Skye

Posted on: January 2nd, 2013 by paul

The stars have fascinated people since the beginning of time; their beauty visible from millions of miles away. Our large cities block the view of the night sky, but there’s one area of Scotland where the skies are still as deep and dark as they were a hundred years ago. (more…)

Monet’s Masterpiece

Posted on: December 28th, 2012 by paul

Most people have heard of Claude Monet, known for being a key figure in the impressionist art movement in France. His unique painting style captured the elegance and beauty of many landscapes across France and England. But he was more than just a painter (more…)

Ireland in Autumn

Posted on: October 10th, 2012 by paul

Fall is the perfect time to travel to Europe as September through November is Europe’s shoulder season. With discounts on airfares and the euro not sitting as strongly has it has in the past, this is the perfect situation to take advantage of and secure your dream vacation package. One of Europe’s must see an autumn destinations is Ireland. Nothing beats the rolling hills of Ireland ripe with the colours of autumn.

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A Week As A Greek

Posted on: October 5th, 2012 by paul

Although Greece has been dealing with a lot of negative press recently, it’s still one of my favourite vacation destinations, with Mykonos Island taking the cake. Just thinking about it makes me wish I was sipping coffee and nibbling baklava while gazing over the Mediterranean from my perch amongst the cluster of whitewash houses that claim the seaside. (more…)

Oktoberfest: Beer and Bratworst

Posted on: September 21st, 2012 by paul

The city of Munich, Germany is a clash of traditional meets modern that creates a breathtaking mishmash of modern skyscrapers to churches that date back to before the 12thcentury. Another piece of history that is still celebrated today is the annual Oktoberfest, or as the locals refer to it “die Wiesn”, after the fairgrounds themselves. (more…)

Cycling in the Italian Alps

Posted on: September 17th, 2012 by paul

For cyclists, finding rugged landscape in North American can be difficult. Outside of the Rockies, Canada has little to offer in terms of mountainous terrain for cyclists who crave a challenge. (more…)

European Vacation Packages

Posted on: June 25th, 2012 by paul

It’s common for Canadians to instinctively flock to the beaches of the Caribbean for their winter vacations. But what is there to do for exotic vacations in the summer? Canada’s heat naturally draws us to rivers and lakes for relaxing weekends, but what is there for those who want to expand their horizons? If you want to break the mould and travel outside your regular boundaries, a European vacation is the ticket. (more…)

Santorini, Greece

Posted on: May 22nd, 2012 by paul

Santorini is the largest Greek Island in the southern Aegean Sea. Located 200km from Greece’s mainland, this island is by far the most striking of the Greek Islands. The present-day crescent shape of the island is a consequence of volcanic activity in prehistoric times. Santorini is essentially what remains of an enormous volcanic explosion dated back 3,600 years. When you think of the Greek Islands, you probably think of cliffs with whitewashed square houses built at their peaks. You might even picture donkeys carrying loads up steep inclines, blue-domed charges, and crystal blue waters. If this is what you are picturing when you think of Greece, than you are indeed thinking of the most photogenic of the islands: Santorini.

The sun setting on the horizon

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Italian All Inclusive Resorts

Posted on: April 27th, 2012 by paul

Booking an all-inclusive vacation usually consists of deciding which Caribbean island you want to visit. However, the popularity of these types of vacations has taken hold all over the world and the decision is not as limited as it once was. To many people’s surprise, even Italy has jumped on board the all inclusive revolution. This is a great thing for travelers, as more people are able to explore Italy at a cheaper rate.

Here are some Italian all-inclusive options:

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Majorca, Spain

Posted on: March 30th, 2012 by paul

Majorca is an island located off the coast of Spain in the Mediterranean Sea and is one of the Balearic Islands. It has a beautiful mountainous north and fertile flatlands in the south. The south also offers landscapes of olive and almond groves. Being Spain’s most popular island, it is built-up along certain coastal regions. With this being said, there are still ample chances for visitors to explore untouched locations, sites and attractions. Visiting Majorca and it’s ever growing greenery, lovely beaches, and vast and lush interior is just like residing in a paradise. (more…)