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A luxury travel blog

With a twist of adventure


Welcome! We’re Janice and George

We’re award-winning travel writers, fortunate to have visited all 7 continents. From Mexico and Hawaii to British Columbia (our home), Europe and far-flung destinations, we share our travel secrets from around the globe. Join us as we uncover hidden gems, beautiful hotels, amazing cruises and more!

The latest travel inspiration!

Beach escapes

“You can shake the sand from your shoes, but not from your soul.”

~ Anonymous

Perfect trip itineraries

Dream hotels

We love cruising!

Dreamy Tahiti Cruises: Windstar vs. Paul Gauguin

Cruising French Polynesia is an ideal way to visit these luscious islands. The best Tahiti cruise lines are Windstar and Paul Gauguin. Which is better? We love both, but there are some key differences. (Spoiler alert: Windstar is less expensive, but PG has true balcony cabins.)

Spotlight on Mexico

Europe, here we come!

23 Most Beautiful Places in Italy (Not Big Cities!)

Check out the most gorgeous places to visit in Italy (that aren’t big cities). You have pretty Positano by the sea, non-touristy Matera and lovely small Baroque cities like Lecce. And let’s not forget Le March or the beautiful Italian lakes!

Visit the USA

25 Unique Things to Do in San Francisco (2024)

Tops on our list of unique activities in San Francisco is bicycling across the Golden Gate Bridge. Climbing SF’s secret stairways? Listening to the Wave Organ? A love tour in a hippie van? Also very cool San Francisco experiences.

Explore BC (our home)

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