Canada Holiday Days 17-19 Ottawa Highlights
Selected photos and video clips from our three days spent in Ottawa, Canada, as part of our Canadian holiday and road trip.
Here we met and stayed with Andrea's Uncle Jimmy and Aunt Pierrette who looked after us so well and transported us into the city centre each day.
96 Hours In Vancouver
96 Hours in Vancouver - My Long Weekend in Vancouver!
I spent (American) Thanksgiving weekend in Vancouver, Canada. If you're looking for things to do in Vancouver, this video showcases my experience.
My friend Judy and I were invited to a wedding in Vancouver. Determined to make the most out of it, we also planned on making it into a vacation. Vancouver is an incredible city and we ending up having quite the adventure.
This was my first time to visit Vancouver. Coming from Southern California, I was excited to get seasons. Although the weather in Vancouver is apparently pretty lousy most of the time, I really enjoyed the cool fall season. It was cold, but all the trees were red and orange, which you don’t see too often living in LA.
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Vancouver Vacation
As I said, we wanted to make the most out of our Vancouver vacation, so we planned out all the activities we wanted to do. But some of that was just relaxing in coffee shops and bars. Vancouver is a big city, and it has a lot of cool places to just stop, sit, and enjoy the environment. Plus it’s vacation. Part of vacation always has to be relaxing.
Vancouver Sightseeing and Activities
We had 3 days for sightseeing and activities. In addition to seeing all the cool things in the city, we also wanted to explore a bit of the area outside of the city. Having both made the vacation better: city + nature. When we got there we literally just looked up things to do in Vancouver online and found all the big and also smaller attractions. These were some of my favorite Vancouver sights and activities:
Capilano Suspension Bridge: It’s a nice nature park with lit up tree houses and walkways, and a giant suspension bridge over the Capilano River.
Granville Island: Take a boat taxi to an island full of shops and restaurants while looking at all the skyscrapers across the water.
Any of the parks! Vacouver has well taken care of parks perfect for running, walking, and relaxing next to the water.
Coal Harbour – Great view of the harbor and it also has the Vancouver Olympic torch/cauldron there.
Deep Cove – This is a nice little town not too far from the city. It’s quiet and has an incredible view of the harbor. There’s also a ski resort nearby if you have time to drive up the mountain.
Check out the bridges, statues, and the steam clock in Vancouver too!
There are plenty of things to do in Vancouver and the surrounding area so make sure you plan out your sightseeing spots and activities.
If you’re planning to visit Vancouver I highly recommend it. I went in the fall but I imagine the summer would be nice too. The whole city is on the water and it has beaches too. I’d love to make a Vancouver vacation in the summer!
Vancouver Travel
Getting around Vancouver is very easy. In fact, we walked to most places. They also have buses, a few rail lines, and boat taxis! Even sea planes (if spending money is your thing). Also, like most airports, The Vancouver airport is outside of the city and then you have to travel in to get to all the attractions.
Anyway, I hope this information helps. That was our weekend in Vancouver adventure. I hope you enjoyed the video.
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Top 8 Road Trips in the U.S.
Top 8 Road Trips in the U.S.
The rankings are completely subjective.
8. Blue Ridge Parkway
Attractions: Mabry Mill, Lin Cove Viaduct, Chimney Rock, Linville Falls, Crabtree Falls
7. Interstate 80
Attractions: Lake Tahoe, Bonneville Salt Flats, Cuyahoga Valley National Park
6. Oregon Trail
Attractions: Chimney Rock, Independence Rock, Soda Springs, South Pass, Shoshone Falls
5. Road to Hana
Attractions: Waterfalls, Black Sand Beach, Jaws (surfing)
4. Route 66
Attractions: Grand Canyon, Meteor Crater, First McDonalds, Santa Monica Pier, Wigwam Motel, London Bridge
3. The Overseas Highway
Attractions: Seven Mile Bridge, Bahia Honda State Park, Snorkeling
2. Route 89 or the National Park Highway
Attractions: Canadian Border, Mexican Border, Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Saguaro National Park
1. CA Highway 1 or Pacific Coast Highway
Attractions: Big Sur, Bixby Bridge, McWay Falls, Chandelier Tree, Golden Gate Bridge, Hearst Castle, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Santa Monica Pier
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76-Acre Maryland Farm With Luxury Home For Sale [Absolute Auction]
Western Maryland Farm & Luxury Home For Sale by Selling with No Reserve at Absolute Auction June 30th -- in Clear Springs Maryland.
Welcome to Hill Meadow Farms, a charming retreat nestled in the forested hills and mountains of Big Pool near Clear Springs in Western Maryland. Enter the iron front gates and travel along the long, curving drive, past acre after acre of green pastures, meandering fences, bronze carriage lamps, and Virginia pine trees. Take your time and bask in the peaceful landscape, dotted with quaint barns and pastures. And then you’ll see it. The brick and stone façade of a stately Colonial property rests on a gentle hill – the perfect image of home.
The formal dining room offers both abundant space and comfort for entertaining large gatherings or intimate dinner parties. An entire finished basement floor is dedicated to recreation at its best. Modern amenities like a media room and utility rooms combine with an old world style derived from exposed beam ceilings, stone masonry, and travertine flooring.
For outdoor entertaining, a large back patio features a grilling area with a 36” stainless steel DCS Professional grill, ceramic burners, searing elements, and a rotisserie. Formal gardens, a screened-in gazebo, and a whole house system that encompasses this serene retreat make this the perfect spot to relax and unwind.
The home also offers the perfect amenities for family life. An informal dining and gathering room enjoy a double-sided fireplace, and beyond, a gallery hall overlooks the reflection pool and patio.
A secondary master suite is perfect for a children’s bedroom or spacious adult’s retreat. A third bedroom features stunning vistas and access to yet another porch. A sitting area, formal library and office with its own fireplace, and custom cherry shelving, complete this domestic haven.
Meanwhile, the first floor guest suite features an old-world, French country charm. An office, laundry room, mud room, and attached single-car garage all offer utility and convenience. A second, separate, extra-wide two-car garage boasts handmade cedar doors, bronze carriage pendants, and second floor storage.
Outside, Hill Meadow Farms is bursting with life. Beautiful formal gardens, herb and cutting gardens, vegetable and flower beds, and a potting shed that doubles as a seasonal greenhouse are perfect for cultivation aficionados. A shade garden with cypress, dogwoods, redbuds, and honey locusts offers a quiet place for meditation, while the nearby waterfall and pond offer tranquility.
Many of the remaining 76 acres consist of pastures, rolling hills, and forest. The property also has eight outbuildings which include a hay barn, machine garage, livestock barn, corn crib, and historical log cabin that was built in the 1800’s. The property has been home to cattle, however it is versatile enough for other livestock, including horse boarding, or farming.
Hill Meadow Farms has the perfect mix of peaceful countryside and proximity to plenty of amenities including over 20 Colleges and Universities. Ski, golf and try your luck at Whitetail Resort, Hollywood Casino at Charlestown Races, or Rocky Gap Casino Resort. Shop and dine in Hagerstown, Shepherdstown, Frederick, or Tyson’s Corner. Take in American Revolutionary and Civil War history at Fort Frederick State Park and the city of Gettysburg. All these and more are within your reach, and if the great outdoors is more to your liking, hike, bike, or boat around Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, the Western Maryland Land Rail Trail, or High Rock Lookout.
Washington DC, just an hour and a half away, is home to historical monuments, the Smithsonian Museum, The Kennedy Center, and all three branches of the federal government. Just a few minutes more and you will hit Baltimore, the birthplace of the American National Anthem and home to the National Aquarium and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy Baltimore Orioles, Baltimore Ravens, and Washington Redskins home games, as well as the Baltimore Grand Prix, The Maryland Jockey Club, and the Military Bowl – all in two of the nation’s most historical and culturally significant cities.
Travel to and from Hill Meadow Farms is easy. Ronald Reagan Washington National and Baltimore-Washington International Airports are each an hour and a half away, while Hagerstown Regional Airport is just 25 miles from the property.
76-Acre Western Maryland Farm & Luxury Home For Sale by Selling with No Reserve at Absolute Auction June 30th -- in Clear Springs MD. Selling with No Reserve at Absolute Auction June 30th. Contact Supreme Auctions at 866-929-2243 to secure your reservation.
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In this episode of Driving Around The GTA we'll journey south on Church Street, from Bloor Street to King Street. We'll pass such famous Toronto landmarks as old Maple Leaf Gardens (where Toronto's NHL hockey used to play) and Ryerson University.
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Best Spa Romantic Getaway in California
Look for the best day spa deals for romantic getaway? Glen Ivy Day Spa, Valencia offers relaxing comfort of our outdoor garden spa with the convenience of a centrally located day spa. Here you will find a replica of The Grotto, just like at our Hot Springs Spa. This spa features a VIP couple's massage room. Think natural. Think relaxation. Think rejuvenation. Or, simply enjoy freeing your mind from every earthly thought as the scent of orange blossom massage oil whisks you off to another world entirely.
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Kingston Ontario Hotel-Green Acres Inn, Upgraded Standard Room
Kingston Ontario, Green Acres Inn. greenacresinn.com
Each of our beautifully decorated, well appointed rooms is the perfect blend of tasteful décor, comfort and convenience. Our accommodations are conveniently located minutes from downtown Kingston on seven picturesque acres. There is excellent shopping and dining nearby.
Travel Extra Trip to Nova Scotia July 30 31 2015
A visit to Halifax in Nova Scotia on the Europe Airpost 737. Halifax is effectively a short haul flight from Dublin at just over five hours so we went for dinner in the Five Fishermen restaurant and home the following day, touring the Titanic burial sites while there. We were hosted by Linda Macken and Catherine Grennell White of ATTS on behalf of the aileron, and by Kim Jardine of Nova Scotia Tourism, Jonathan Toms of Destination Halifax and Richard Arnold the kilted and extremely knowledgeable tour guide. The great sommelier is Avery Gavel who guided us through some classic Nova Scotia wines. Two Irish students were on the flight having won a prize from Dublin Airport Authority: Jessica O'Rourke and Rachel Lehane.