Authentic Adventures for Responsible Travellers
Four Types of Small Ship Cruising that will win your heart Header Photo Credit: Ama Waterways When I say the word ‘cruise’ do you get excited or cringe? There seem to be two different types of people when it comes to cruising … those who love it and those who hate it. We’re hoping to … Read more
Shari’s Trip to Borneo When I decided Borneo was my next adventure, I chose to travel on a small group trip as I was looking forward to travelling with others in a destination so remote. Having a local guide and only 10-12 people in the group is one of my favourite ways to explore a … Read more
WOW! I had no idea I would be so completely amazed and in awe by the beauty of the send-off. The sun had already set and sunset itself was kind of lacklustre, but when the music started, the deck filled with people, the deck hands started raising the sails and the Captain started commanding the … Read more
I’m sure you’ve seen the iconic picture of the richly painted The Temple Bar in Dublin. No doubt if you’ve been to Dublin you’ve likely stopped in for a pint here or your friends have told you it is the ‘must see’ spot in the city. When I visited Dublin, I learned the secrets and … Read more
Inequality for Women Women play an important role in society and account for half of the world’s population yet they continue to have lower earnings, less access to education and funding. They also face many barriers to employment. Women are also less likely to have opportunities to advance to higher positions within companies, limiting their … Read more
One of the best ways to travel for the first time, or to venture back into travel after the Covid-pandemic is to consider a small group tour. They are easy on logistics, have incredible local guides and adhere to current safety protocols while giving you incredible, authentic experiences in your chosen destination. You might have … Read more
One of the most biodiverse countries in the world, Costa Rica is an animal lover’s paradise. It’s home to more than half a million plant and animal species and the wildlife spotting opportunities are abundant year-round. The country is home to a variety of habitats and it’s the poster child for eco-tourism. In fact, a … Read more
Travelling in Ukraine offers so many distinctive experiences to visitors. Not only is the country beautiful, but it is also filled with rich cultural heritage, ethnic groups, and colourful history. Ukraine is an up-and-coming, off the beaten path destination that people are just beginning to discover. Since it’s still relatively untouched, it’s full of unique, … Read more
Like so many Canadians, I’ve been saddened by the news of the children found buried on residential school grounds across Canada. I’m ashamed to admit I didn’t understand the depth of the residential school system. I didn’t understand the devastation it has had and continues to have on the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. There were … Read more
In 2019 I had the pleasure of travelling to Nepal with a group of travel agents for education with Intrepid Travel. What an incredible experience! Beyond the obvious excitement that comes with travelling to a new country; meeting the people, seeing the sights, tasting the food, there was a very specific “purpose” and educational component … Read more