My sister, Sophie, and her partner, Brodie, moved to Tofino, BC just over a year ago. Even though we grew up in Kelowna, and I even lived in Victoria for a few years, I hadn’t actually ventured out to Tofino until well after they moved …
A few weeks ago my husband, in-laws and I went to Chiapas to visit my husbands’ grandfather. Chiapas is the southernmost state in Mexico and shares a border with Guatemala. There are so many wonderful things to see and do in Chiapas. It can definitely …
Mexico City is the capital of Mexico and has a booming population of 8.85 million people. So when people think of Mexico City, they don’t often think of green spaces, but rather the City Center and all the museums. However, there are a ton of …
If you’re planning a trip to Mexico make sure to add some of these Pueblos Magicos to your list! Pueblos Magicos are small towns in Mexico that have been named ‘Magic Towns’ by the government because of their beauty, history, and symbolic qualities. Each Pueblo …
Winter in Kelowna is absolutely spectacular. That is, as long as you’re a snow lover. Usually, it starts snowing in November and the snow stays around until March or sometimes even April. My favorite seasons in Kelowna are summer and winter because there’s just so …
Autumn in Kelowna is absolutely spectacular but doesn’t last super long. The longest seasons in Kelowna are summer and winter. The city tends to have extreme temperatures and doesn’t stay at its in-between stages for long. Temperatures will start to fall in October and guests …
Kelowna is famous for its hot summers. In fact, the city has been nicknamed ‘Kelownafornia’ as it has earned a reputation for becoming ‘Canada’s California’. I have experienced many summer days with temperatures rising above 40 degrees Celsius. So many people I meet abroad ask …
Spring in Kelowna is full of bright skies, warming temperatures, and blossoming flowers. There’s lots to do and see and many wineries will be reopening. Snow in Kelowna usually melts around March or April and the season often changes quite quickly. I’m still amazed every …
If you’re planning a trip to Mexico, one of the places you should add to your itinerary is Guadalajara Jalisco and the surrounding area. Guadalajara is one of the biggest cities in Mexico and is surrounded by pueblos magicos (magic towns), beautiful lakes and filled …
Reading is one of the best ways to ‘travel’ when you have to stay where you are. It’s also a wonderful way to learn about a country’s culture, customs, food and more before you visit. If you’re planning a trip to Mexico or simply want …
