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Two Wheeling in Taiwan
When I first heard that Taiwan was an emerging international cycling destination, I was somewhat curious. First of all, I knew little about this tiny island (36,000 km²) situated of the...
By Bryen Dunn - Mar 25, 2013
Art and Charm in Suchitoto, El Salvador
Less than two hours from El Salvador's capital city San Salvador, you will find Suchitoto , a colonial town that has become a vibrant artists' community. The cobblestone lanes...
By Shelley Seale - Mar 1, 2013
Culinary in the Romance of Italy and France
What better place to learn new cooking skills than beautiful Tuscany? Amidst the rolling green hills and russet rooftops, Villa San Michele in Florence offers a range of cooking classes from...
By Shelley Seale - Aug 28, 2012The Art of Travel in Europe
Beyond Le Louvre in Paris When art lovers think of the City of Lights, Le Louvre springs instantly to mind. Open since 1793, Le Louvre’s collection includes pieces from the Middle Ages...
By Shelley Seale - Aug 28, 2012
Osheaga - Montreal's International Music Festival
The Osheaga Music and Arts Festival has officially joined the ranks of longstanding North American heavyweights like Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, and Coachella. This year for the first time in its...
By Bryen Dunn - Aug 18, 2012
Eco-Camping among vineyards in Bordeaux, France
I am reporting to you from the heart of Bordeaux wine country in France , where I have been enjoying several days of a press trip to attend the wine festival here. But...
By Shelley Seale - Jul 16, 2012
New Novel Samples "Sweetness" of Cape Cod, Paris
If your summer travel plans don't include trips to Paris and Cape Cod, Kristin Harmel's latest novel, "The Sweetness of Forgetting," may be the next best thing. The book, out Aug. 7, takes...
By Alisson Clark - Jul 13, 2012Quebec City: culture inside and out
Quebec City: culture inside and out Our intrepid little group set out daily from Château Bonne Entente in suburban St Foye to explore the environs of Québec City. These...
By Gary Crallé - Feb 17, 2012
St. Martin: A piece of France in the Caribbean
Calvin 'The Sea Urchin Man' Flanders is a fixture on St. Martin. Everyday he can found at the Galion lookout on the eastside of this island paradise knee deep in the crystal clear water of the...
By Steve MacNaull - Feb 15, 2012
How Learning a Language Enhances Your Travels
As travelers, we've all been there: you're in a foreign country, you don't speak the language, and you're trying desperately to make yourself understood-and comprehend what someone else is...
By Shelley Seale - Feb 9, 2012
Experience Cuban Culture in Florida's Ybor City
When I mentioned to friends that I was headed to Ybor City, a historic area of Tampa, Florida, I got some puzzled looks in return. That’s because for most people, Ybor (pronounced EE-bore,...
By Alisson Clark - Jan 29, 2012
China's Surprising Wine Country
In China, meals have always represented not only sustenance through food and drink, but a social, cultural, and even spiritual tradition. Which is why I jumped at the chance to visit the country...
By Shelley Seale - Jan 3, 2012
Culinary Delights: Eating & Drinking in China
Not long ago I was invited, as a travel writer, to visit China along with a few other journalists. Was I interested? Of course I was. The trip, as it was detailed to me, was an exploration of the...
By Shelley Seale - Jan 2, 2012
Camino de Santiago - A Long Walk in Spain
“Doesn’t this guy ever stop to smell the flowers? This isn’t a race,” said the blond hiker about Martin Sheen in the movie, “The Way”. She speaks of one of...
By Jan Feduck - Dec 19, 2011
Explore Canada Like a Local
Canada is a vast country with so many different cultures, terrain, lifestyles, and activity options available. As a traveller, the best way to find out about a hidden gem is by asking a local....
By Bryen Dunn - Nov 29, 2011
Chile: From cities to desert to mountain
The narrowest country in the world is, despite the sliver of land it occupies, a country of wild contrast. The north of Chile is home to the driest desert in the world while, in the...
By Shelley Seale - Nov 21, 2011
Canadian ePassports - The Next Level in Technology
Passport Canada is preparing to begin issuing all new passports as electronic passports, or ePassports. Issuance of ePassports will begin before the end of 2012, with the exact timelines to...
By Bryen Dunn - Nov 12, 2011Chesa Salis: Engadine Delight
Chesa Salis: Engadine Delight This is the first of a series of articles I’ll be writing on a number of European hotels and their locales in central Europe, most notably Romantik...
By Gary Crallé - Oct 23, 2011
Winter Adventures around Quebec City
Québec City is one of the most charming cities in North America. With over 400 years of history to absorb, there's always something to excite and inspire. While many visitors choose to do...
By Bryen Dunn - Oct 9, 2011
Why do I have to learn French, Mom?
Every September, grade four students across Ontario, PEI and Nova Scotia start learning French as a second language at school. Not only is a weekend visit to Quebec City an ingenious way to expose...
By Katherine Gougeon - Aug 24, 2011
Kickin' up your heels at the New France Festival
For five days each August, there’s a time warp that takes over Old Quebec City . Visitors are swept away by the joie de vivre of the New France Festival , the city’s annual tribute...
By Josephine Matyas - Jul 26, 2011
Finding the yin (Swiss style) in Montreux
Montreux is the yin to Geneva’s yang. The two Swiss cities bookend Lake Geneva, a crescent-shaped body of water bordering Switzerland and France. Geneva is all go-go-go, wrapped up in the...
By Josephine Matyas - Jun 7, 2011
How to Charm a Frenchman
One of Debbie Kickham’s fondest memories of Paris revolves around being approached by a handsome young Frenchman while window shopping. Strolling past the 30-something marketing executive,...
By Katherine Gougeon - Jun 5, 2011
Wills & Kate's Britain
Without even trying, Wills and Kate have become Britain's greatest tourism ambassadors. Rather than fading after their famous wedding April 29, Wills and Kate fever is again building - this...
By Steve MacNaull - May 19, 2011
Top 5 royal attractions in & around London, England
Got royal wedding fever? With just a few weeks left until the big event, it’s no doubt that London will see a lot more than its average 27 million annual visitors this year. In fact,...
By Gizelle Lau - Apr 19, 2011
Fort Barrancas still stands as a sentinel
“No one in their right mind would sail into here with 400 cannons pointing at them.” Long before realtors were hawking “location, location, location” along the...
By Josephine Matyas - Apr 14, 2011
Seven Splendors of Cyprus
Seven splendours of Cyprus - and an extra Too few Canadians visit this land of citrus, olives, pines and mountains, which averages 340 days of sunshine a year. There are prehistoric ruins and...
By Mary Alice Downie - Mar 9, 2011
John Schenk Delivers the Bare Goods
The word "strip" is synonymous with Las Vegas, Nevada. Of course there's the iconic Vegas Strip and its 4.2 miles of neon signs, glitz and glamorous resorts. But strip may also refer to the...
By TripAtlas.Com - Mar 2, 2011Kerry Simon: The Rock and Roll Chef
It’s only fitting for a chef who took down the illustrious Cat Cora in a hamburger battle on Iron Chef America to want to share his skills with the masses. Hamburgers are the great...
By TripAtlas.Com - Feb 24, 2011
Tips for a Smooth Cruise Vacation
Lesley Munslow loves cruise vacations and has been on so many ships, she’s almost lost track. “But at least 16,” she says, “and I have no plans of stopping anytime...
By Jennifer Merrick - Feb 11, 2011
Celebrate Ice! January Icewine Festival in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Ice! We battle against it, scraping it off our windshields, shovelling it from our driveways, and ploughing it off our roads. In January especially, we wistfully look at our snow-covered gardens...
By Jennifer Merrick - Jan 11, 2011
In Bordeaux France, wine is a passion
You simply have to love a place where a top local chef advises wine with breakfast. Thierry Marx, a Relais & Châteaux Grand Chef, reported to the Aquitaine tourism magazine that one of...
By Shelley Seale - Jan 6, 2011
Hosted Cruises, A Special Experience
Football teams implore you to join them on a special cruise. Radio station personalities use significant airtime to motivate you to book onto theirs. Mike McIntyre, of Corus Radio’s crime...
By Ron Pradinuk - Jan 3, 2011
Explore the Right Bank of Paris, France
There was once a time when Paris’ Right Bank was where all the well-to-do and the upper crust of Parisian society resided; while the Left Bank was reserved for the artists, writers,...
By Gizelle Lau - Dec 13, 2010
Beziers - A city far from the tourist-beaten track
I visited Beziers, a small city near the Spanish border in the South of France on a “Four weekends for £400” challenge. I was expecting the usual décor and flash that I've...
By Lauren Amelia - Nov 22, 2010
Bicycling in the Czech Republic
Bicycling in the Czech Republic (Springtime) My legs pumping, sweat beading down my back and the wind blowing in my face, the exhilaration of my speeding bicycle is only surpassed by the...
By Ron Bedard - Nov 22, 2010
Quebec City: Family Friendly Fun
If you’re jonesing for a taste of Paris but the long flight and even longer credit card bill are holding you back, Québec City is a slice of the continent that embraces your family...
By Corinne McDermott - Nov 16, 2010
10 Creepiest places around the world
10 Creepiest places around the world Sure, there are lots of haunted places around the world – but there are some destinations and sites where you can really feel the presence of past...
By Gizelle Lau - Oct 28, 2010
Sultry Mediterranean City---Barcelona's Gaixample
By Roy Heale Morning rush hour from 9:30 to 10:30-–late lunch with cocktails and wine followed by an afternoon siesta-–dinner at about 11pm and partying in the bars or night...
By Roy Heale - Oct 21, 2010New Passports Are On Their Way
Q. It is my understanding that the new passports that will be issued to Canadians next year will have a chip in them that will contain significant personal information. Won’t this new...
By Ron Pradinuk - Oct 11, 2010
Berlin: Gay Unification
By: Roy Heale When American President Ronald Reagan uttered the now famous words “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!” in June 1987, it’s highly unlikely that he...
Hot spots for wine travellers
As Autumn’s welcome bounty is rolled out with local and seasonal fruits and vegetables, wine lovers should also take note – harvest time is a great time to visit a vineyard....
By Waheeda Harris - Sep 30, 2010
Top 10 Tips for Solo Travel
My first foray into solo travel was a backpacking trip to Europe for three months. One of the critical concerns of women I’ve talked to on this topic has been their ability to meet...
By Natalie Taylor - Sep 21, 2010
The Paris of South America---Buenos Aires
A warm and gentle climate coupled with the Spanish influence has made Buenos Aires the hottest destination in South America for gay vacationers seeking a genuine Latin experience-from Tango...
By Roy Heale - Sep 12, 2010
Fabulous New France
Fabulous New France By Liz Fleming Ordinarily, I don’t do costumes. When Hallowe’en comes, I’m the one who’s happiest to answer the door, hand out the...
By Liz Fleming's Travel Tales - Sep 8, 2010
Lazy, Luxurious Days in Whistler
Visitors to Vancouver are spoiled for choice, but when they’ve flown all the way across the pond from France, they deserve a blast of breathtaking in the way of landscape. My...
By Jane Mundy - Sep 1, 2010
The Vancouver you don't want to leave
My wife and I visited Vancouver and didn't want to leave. Maybe it was the ideal weather. Or the freshest seafood and quaffable wines. Those jogs and bike rides around Stanley Park....
By Steve MacNaull - Aug 26, 2010
You Belong in Baltimore
This fall and winter, Baltimore beckons you to “Find Your Happy Place in Baltimore” with a mix of new exhibitions, vibrant theatrical performances and family events. Touring the...
By Bryen Dunn - Aug 25, 2010
Interview with Stephanie Bishop of Globus
The Globus family of brands started with a simple vision more than 80 years ago on Lake Lugano in Switzerland. Globus founder Antonio Mantegazza took visitors on a rowboat and transported them...
By Chris Ryall - Aug 23, 2010
10 Most luxurious getaway destinations in the Caribbean
10 ) Canouan Resort, St. Vincent & Grenadines Found on the secluded Canouan Island amongst the St. Vincent & Grenadines islands, Canouan Resort is 200 glorious acres of...
By Gizelle Lau - Aug 23, 2010WELLNESS VACATIONS FOR FALL FITNESS
As with many things in life, the term “wellness vacation” means different things to different people. And, everyone has their own reasons for making the decision to booking this type...
By Anne Dimon - Aug 9, 2010
Daily Photo: Classiest hotel room in Paris
Photo by Matt Mark. Located on the Left Bank of one of the world's most dazzling cities, the Victoria Palace Hotel in Paris is as classy as it gets, not to mention a hot spot for celebs....
By Gizelle Lau - Jun 1, 2010
In search of the best macarons in Paris, France
Forget bouquets of flowers or roses when you can give a girl a white paper bag of Parisian macarons. Not macaroons, the American-style pineapple-cookie-treat - the French macaron: delicate...
By Gizelle Lau - May 19, 2010
Top 10 places to get naked on vacation
If you’re looking for something more risqué than your average wholesome vacation destinations, read on TripAtlas.com as we “uncover” these top ten places in the world to...
By TripAtlas.Com - Apr 13, 2010
Montreal High Lights winter festival will rock the city
This February 18 to 28, 2010, Montreal gets ready to host the High Lights Festival, one of the largest winter festivals in the world. This year, the festival will be highlighting Portugal...
By Gizelle Lau - Feb 4, 2010
Chinese New Year Parade in Hong Kong to be bigger than ever
The Chinese New Year in Hong Kong is the world's largest Chinese New Year celebration; a time when locals and visitors alike mark the occasion with a unique fusion of ancient customs and...
By Gizelle Lau - Feb 2, 2010
Romantic Valentine's Day offers from Great Hotels of the World
Looking for some last minute romantic getaway ideas for the perfect Valentine's Day gift? Read on for a selection of Valentine's Day offers from Great Hotels of the World and Special...
Barging in historic Europe this spring
For those looking for a personalized cruise experience to Europe's most fascinating and stunning places, then consider barging in Europe with European Waterways, Go Barging, and GLP Worldwide...
By Gizelle Lau - Jan 25, 2010
Ice canyoning in Mont Sainte-Anne, Quebec
Quebec Winter Adventure Tour Operator www.canyoning-quebec.com Quebec Tourism www.bonjourquebec.com...
How to eat like a local in Morocco
Don't let all the travel shows scare you. Eating in Morocco isn't as frightening or strange as they make it out to be and I promise, lamb head is as crazy as it gets - and it's actually...
Top 10 golf destinations in Canada
Canada as a golfers paradise may well be one of the best kept secrets in the world of golf & travel. The fact is, Canada has the most golfers per capita in the world and from sea-to-sea Canada...
2009 Ottawa Ski Show ready to dazzle attendees
The annual Ottawa Ski Show is pleased to announce that its 23rd edition will be held at the Ottawa Civic Centre in Lansdowne Park from Friday, October 23 to Sunday, October 25. The show is...
Travel with the Inglourious Basterds to France & Germany
Tarantino's new film featuring poster boy, Brad Pitt, brings its audience into Nazi-occupied France at the beginning of World War II during Hitler's occupation of France. Sarcastic, witty, and...
Going solo: Learning French in Paris
I went to Paris alone. I was in my 20's and I wanted to learn French. Classes at the Alliance Francaise would be my ticket to fluency. But I knew no one in Paris. I spent the first few...
Travel to Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen film locations
If you've seen Transformers, you know that there's more than meets the eye - especially when it comes to movie and film locations. TripAtlas.com is bringing you to the filming locations...
A hungry traveller's favourite find in Madrid
I am - and have always been - a hungry traveller. I'm a sucker for shady street food stalls; Michelin-star restaurants; local specialities whether it's foie gras in France or pata negra...
Best doughnuts in the world!
When it comes down to it, donuts have to be one of the best foods in the world. Not only is it a perfect breakfast treat to pair with your coffee, but it's fried, it's got tons of sugar, and...
Picture perfect Paris honeymoon ideas
There's a reason why Paris is called the City of Love - and despite all my efforts to stay away from this cliche romantic destination on my honeymoon - I just couldn't deny myself from visiting...
Mosel Magic: Cycling along Germany's most beautiful waterway
Paris is to lovers as almost anywhere in Europe is to bikers. Consider Germany's Mosel Valley. Here bicycle-specific signage, racks and lanes, and best of all a population that's inherently...
Top 10 things you must experience in Atlantic Canada
It's that time of the year for family vacations and road trips. Come summer, Atlantic Canada's charms attract thousands of visitors. So if you're planning a trip "Down East," where...
Eight great small escapes in the U.S. & Europe
Save time and airfare by driving or taking the train to a getaway near you ... Like most people, you're likely watching your wallet more carefully these days and a big trip may not be on your...
10 Alternative & non-cliche dream honeymoon ideas
Wedding season approaches and with it, a slew of brides and grooms looking for last minute honeymoon ideas, destinations, good prices and places to book their trips - including me. As a...
Niagara on the Lake: Perfect spa, theater, wine & food getaways
I recently had the pleasure of visiting Niagara-on-the-Lake, hoping to pamper my tired feet at Secret Garden Spa at the Prince of Wales Hotel - and was happily surprised with how much more...
Backpacking in Europe 101: Essential Tips + Resources
Need to start planning your backpacking adventure to Europe? For today's generation of 20 to 30-somethings, backpacking in Europe is almost a right of passage. Sleeping on overnight...
Shop 'til you drop: Guide to the best shopping in the world
It's an enviable problem; you have plastic to flex in your pocket and need to find somewhere exciting to spend it. It's all very well going on holiday with the intention of shopping till you...
Favourite European Destinations from TripAtlas.com
When you work for a top-notch travel website like TripAtlas.com, the World's Largest Online Travel Resource, love for travel is an unwritten bullet in the job description. We even have...
10 Surfing tips for beginners and first-time surfers from Kauai
There I was - my first time on a surfboard, standing proud, knees bent in a wide stance, arms stretched out to each side, sun on my excited face and the balmy Hawaiian breeze in my hair....
By Gizelle Lau - Mar 10, 2009
Travel by River Cruise this Summer
River Cruises vs. Cruises River Cruises Cruises River cruises usually carry 100 to 180 passengers...
10 Romantic luxury getaways this Valentine's Day
Looking for hot romantic getaway destinations and packages for 2009's Valentine's Day? Read on for more TripAtlas.com's picks of 10 Exquisite Romantic Valentine's Day Getaways, from Switzerland to...
A weekend of Joie de Vivre in La Jolla
DivineCaroline.com is one of TripAtlas.com's Featured Travel Partners. Read more fun, quirky and personal travel stories from DivineCaroline on TripAtlas.com. If you long to...
Guide to an Unforgettable Mardi Gras in New Orleans
Planning on a Mardi Gras getaway to New Orleans this year? There's no better time to travel and there's no better place for unlimited entertainment, partying and fun activities. After...
Royal treatment at Hotel Fouquet's Barriere in Paris
If you're looking for luxury and the royal treatment when you're visiting the city of love - Paris, that is - then Hotel Fouquet's Barrière is your premier luxury hotel. Located...
By Gizelle Lau - Dec 5, 2008
10 Great Canadian World War II Battles to Remember
As Canada prepares itself for another Remembrance Day, we decided to take you to the fields of Normandy, to Dieppe beach in northern France, to the Netherlands, Italy, Belgium and to the...
By Gizelle Lau - Nov 11, 2008
Remembrance Day in Ottawa: Ceremonies, Memorials & Events
Every year on November 11, Canadians remember the 1.5 million people who have served their country over the last century as soldiers or peacekeepers-especially the estimated 116,000 who have died...
By Chris Ryall - Nov 10, 2008
Ski holidays in French and Swiss Alps for less
With terms like ‘credit crunch' and ‘higher cost of living,' ski holidays this winter are beginning to look like a luxury. But is there a way to still get your fix of snow without...
Parisian princes: A tale of two single girls in Paris
DivineCaroline.com is one of TripAtlas.com's Featured Travel Partners. Read more fun, quirky and personal travel stories from DivineCaroline on TripAtlas.com. My single girlfriends and...
Real Life X-Files: Alien Sightings I Want to Believe In!
In the spirit of the new X-Files movie, I Want to Believe , TripAtlas.com is featuring destinations from around the world where alien sightings are believed to have taken place. I Want to...
10 Top Portside Cities in the Western Mediterranean Sea
The sights of these renaissance, medieval and Tuscan portside cities on the shores of the western Mediterranean Sea will make you never want to leave. Last week, TripAtlas.com brought you to...
By Gizelle Lau - Jul 24, 2008
Travel Lovely Luxembourg: 5 Highlights and Destinations to Visit
Bordered by France, Belgium and Germany, it's easy to overlook Luxembourg when looking at your map of Europe, trying to decide where to visit on your vacations, holidays or travels. Officially...
10 Top Portside Cities in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea
There's no place I'd rather be than sitting at the table of a seaside boardwalk patio sipping an off-dry white, watching sailboats and yachts move slowly along the stark blue waters of the...
By Gizelle Lau - Jul 16, 2008
The Stanley Cup visits Harbour Grace, Newfoundland
Danny Cleary, wasn't the first Detroiter to draw a big crowd to the quaint Newfoundland fishing port of Harbour Grace. In fact, Close to 30,000 Newfoundlanders poured into this town of 3,000,...
Top 10 Walking & Hiking Trips in Europe and North America
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The Euro: What You Need to Know & 3 Tips to Maximize your EUR
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Best Gay & Lesbian Friendly Travel Destinations in the World
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By Gizelle Lau - Jun 27, 2008
See Pooh in Paris: Sewer Tours of Paris at Musee des Egouts
I must be full of merde , right? Well, not totally . The next time you’re visiting the city of love, don’t forget to stop by La Musee des Egouts de Paris, located at 93 quai...
By Gizelle Lau - May 23, 2008
Honeymoon in the Countryside in the Top 10 Wine Regions in World
For this month's features on TripAtlas.com , we're bringing you some of the top Honeymoon Destinations in the world. Last week, we brought you to the serene and secluded private island of...
By Gizelle Lau - May 14, 2008
Backroads Puts the Fun in Family Travel
There's finally a way to please everyone on a family vacation - in a no-stress way! Backroads blends the perfect activities for kids and adults, creating unbeatable family memories since...
Austria Offers New Wine in the Old World
Austria 's New Wine Legacy A New Legacy of Wine, Architecture, Music & Travel in Austria recaptures the spirit of a bygone era: ornate palaces, imperial monuments and echoes of...
The Secret & Dangerous World of the Truffle Trade in Italy
Kidnappings, poisonings, after dark hunts along secret paths, thousands of dollars per kilo for a commodity that is exported all over the world. Underground Drug Trade or the Latest Crime...
Visit Marrakech, Provence, Tuscany for Gourmet Cooking Class
Love gourmet food? Do you eat only fresh pasta and imported olive oil? Know the difference between a pinot noir and a red Burgundy? Automatically know whether the foie gras you're eating...
By Gizelle Lau - May 2, 2008
Go Beyond Tourism: Volunteer or Work Abroad in Europe
Since time immemorial, people have always been awed by Europe 's rich culture, and imposing architectural structures. The birthplace of Western civilization has always been popular to tourists...
Golf Holidays in Europe: Top 5 Destinations & Courses
‘Tis the season for long drives into the countryside and manicured grass for as far as the eye can see. Yes it's true, spring is here and it is here to stay - which also means 6am tee times...
By Gizelle Lau - Apr 22, 2008
Find Cure for Cancer: Bike in France with Pan Mass Challenge
DuVine Adventures, one of the foremost bike or cycling tour operators in Europe has teamed up with the folks at Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC). PMC is the biggest cancer research recycling event...
Ballygally Castle Hotel: The Ghost Room, Northern Ireland
Every bar, restaurant, and hotel older than you is haunted. It's not hard to figure out why. The longer a place is around, the more of a chance that a mortal tragedy of the kind that results...
Get the Real War Experience on Battlefield Tours
The battlefields of Europe and North Africa , where we take our tours, are still much the same as they were in the 1940s when the fighting took place. Now these battlefields are marked by...
Unique Paris Outings: Cooking Classes, Wine Tasting and More!
If you're looking for a taste of Paris away from the Eiffel Tower and L' Arc de Triomphe , then try U.S. based company, M-Touch Travel. M-Touch specializes in providing urban experiences...
By Gizelle Lau - Apr 10, 2008
Experience Europe on a Bike with Backroads Active Travel
Want to explore Europe for all it's worth? Backroads believes that the best way to explore Europe-from France 's storied châteaux to Slovenia 's Julian Alps-is from the seat of a...
Discover the Heart of Tuscany with Duvine
It's one of those moments that every traveler dreads. Our waiter looks at us in shock. You can feel the collective sense of embarrassment at our table - we're sure that we've just committed one...
Irresistible Rome: 5 Classic Highlights of Ancient Rome
Irresistible Rome If you're looking for allure and ancient palaces of grandeur reminiscent of a time of a glorious crimson empire, there is none other than Rome that will conquer your...
By Gizelle Lau - Apr 1, 2008
Where to Stay in Montreal: Top 3 Favourite Hotels & Boutiques
For a taste of Europe on this side of the ocean, Montreal is the place to be. With cafes, boulangeries and patisseries, the east coast's best dining and ski slopes, cobblestone streets with...
By Gizelle Lau - Mar 11, 2008
The Top 5 Most Expensive Foods In the World
We all love food. The question is: how much are you willing to pay for it? From a $5 meal at McDonald's to a $100 meal at a nice restaurant to a $500 meal at a really really fancy...
By Gizelle Lau - Jan 29, 2008
Joel Robuchon: Master Chef of Classic Bourgeois French Dining
Best Restaurants in the World? If you're looking for some of the best restaurants, food, and dining experiences in the world - then you'll do well to remember these well known food industry...
By Gizelle Lau - Jan 27, 2008
Pebble Beach Food & Wine in March: Pure Decadence
For an unparalleled west coast epicurean food and wine experience - book off some time for March 27 to 30, 2008 and make your way to Pebble Beach , California . What you'll find is a lot of...
By Gizelle Lau - Jan 24, 2008
How To Get Married While On Vacation in Europe & North America
If you are considering running off for a destination wedding in Europe , Canada or the U.S. and similar destinations, here are some legal requirements you need to know before you rush off to...
By Gizelle Lau - Jan 17, 2008
Baccarat 101: Counting to 9
Baccarat is actually much older than Blackjack (which originated in France during the 1700's) but has only very recently become popular, especially in the United States. It was said to have been...
By Gizelle Lau - Jan 11, 2008
Roulette 101: Spin Spin Spin
Roulette, like Blacjack ("Vingt-et-un" or "Twenty-one") originated in France in the 18 century. It was invented by famous French mathematician, Blaise Pascal. Since then, roulette has spread...
By Gizelle Lau - Jan 11, 2008
Blackjack 101: Learning To Count To 21
The first form of what would later be called Blackjack or 21 can be found in casinos in France. It was called "vingt-et-un" in French or "twenty one" in English. When first introduced to the...
By Gizelle Lau - Jan 11, 2008
The 2008 Travel Forecast
What can you expect for the upcoming year in travel, airports, airlines, delays and more? Here are a few things that TripAtlas.com has heard through our "sources" - and we're giving you the...
By Gizelle Lau - Jan 8, 2008
Pakistan: Colourful, Passionate, and Stunning
For many living in North America and the Western World, there's more than meets the eye when it comes to a country like Pakistan. Like many other Middle Eastern countries, news, media, and...
2-for-1 South African Airways Holiday Special
‘Tis the season for holiday spirit - and South African Airways (SAA) is definitely showing some holiday cheer. Beginning December 21, 2007 through to January 22, 2008, flights from New...
By Gizelle Lau - Dec 24, 2007
Top 8 Religious Travel Destinations Worldwide
In a society of religiosity and spiritualism, it's no surprise that religious travel alone and the faith tourism industry produces about $18 billion and includes approximately 300 million...
By Gizelle Lau - Dec 18, 2007
Tips for Driving & Car Rentals When Travelling
When you're travelling, one of the best ways that you can explore, travel off the beaten path, and discover a country at your own pace -- is to hire or rent a car. However, it seems that unless...
By Gizelle Lau - Dec 13, 2007
Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain
Spain is home to some of the most unique festivals in the world: city wide tomato fights, funerals for sardines and one of its most well-known: Encierro or Running with the Bulls. The...
Happy Hanukkah! Hanukkah All Over the World
As the holiday season approaches and as malls get busier and display windows are filled with red, green, candy canes, and sparkly artificial snow, we get ready to celebrate not only Christmas,...
By Gizelle Lau - Dec 3, 2007
Disney World Not Just for Kids Anymore
Disney World has truly become an all ages destination, with many activities available that cater to adults. Of course, spending quality time with the family is still the most popular option,...
Six Places To Visit On The Mediterranean
What sights will you see when you're on the Mediterranean? You'll get to know six popular areas of interest here. You can learn about some of the cities and islands on the Mediterranean that...