Travel Guides

Planning your trip to Switzerland? Fantastic choice! Switzerland is easily one of the most beautiful countries we’ve ever visited. From breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps to charming lakeside towns, every corner offers something magical. We’ve explored this beautiful country multiple times, and we’re excited to share our perfect two-week Switzerland itinerary with you. Let’s […]

Planning a trip to Panama City and wondering if it’s safe? The short answer is yes, but with some caveats. Like any major urban destination, it has its safer neighborhoods and its rougher edges. The good news is, most travelers enjoy their time in Panama City without any issues, especially when they stick to popular

We have spent 15 years traveling through countries where democracy collapsed, slowly at first, then all at once. We have walked through towns where people were tortured by regimes, heard stories of families silenced by propaganda, and visited places where freedom was stripped away one policy at a time. From Cambodia to Hungary, Brazil to

Looking for the best beaches in Ontario for summer 2025? Ontario has no shortage of beaches, but not all are created equal. From childhood weekends at Wasaga to quiet afternoons at Sauble Beach we’ve spent years tracking down the best of the best. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway on Lake Huron, a family trip

Discover the best weekend getaways in Ontario—from romantic escapes and cozy cottage retreats to thrilling outdoor adventures and vibrant city breaks. Your ultimate 2025 guide to weekend travel in Ontario. Top Weekend Getaways in Ontario 1. Niagara Falls Best For: Romance, families, wine loversNiagara Falls brings the drama, but it also delivers on romance. Couples

Civits are dying for your coffee. Today is World Civet Day—a day most people have never heard of but one that desperately needs to be on every traveler’s radar. Because behind that $50 cup of “cat-poo-chino” lies a global industry built on animal cruelty, misinformation, and our obsession with so-called luxury experiences. If you’re a

We’re Canadian. And like most Canadians, we love a good deal, a scenic road trip, and politely grumbling about politics. But let’s get one thing straight—we’re not stepping foot in the United States right now. Not for shopping, not for sunshine, and definitely not for the “land of the free,” where border agents interpret your

It’s no secret that travel has gotten more expensive over the last few years. Post-COVID, everything feels like it has gotten more expensive. And, with the demand for travel surpassing even pre-pandemic levels, prices aren’t going to go down any time soon.  Besides making things more expensive, COVID changed how to travel. A lot of

Born and raised in the Great White North, we’ve traveled to over 130 countries—but no matter how far we roam, Canada will always be home. It’s wild, it’s weird, and it’s way bigger than most people realize. These fun facts about Canada prove why our home and native land is one of the coolest (literally

Want to speak like a real Canadian, eh? From Tim Hortons runs to two-fours at the cottage, Canadian slang is as diverse as our country itself. While we may sound similar to our American neighbors, trust us—we’ve got our own weird, wonderful, and wildly confusing phrases. Whether you’re ordering a double-double, dodging a rink rat,