Stories to Discover, Inspire and Connect

Alithia Ramirez Was an Artist 3 months ago

Literary Agent

I’m excited to announce that I recently signed with a literary agent for my writing:…

Books 3 months ago

Collab with Thomas Gabor, PhD

Gun Violence 101: A Graphic Guide to How Gun Safety Policies Save Lives I am…

Ontario 3 months ago

Visit St. Marys, Ontario: A Quaint Riverside Gem

Great Ontario Road Trips The best things to do in  St. Marys, Ontario Discover St.…

Bavarian 3 months ago

Bavarian Chicken Dinner Rivalry In Frankenmuth

Bavarian Chicken Dinner Rivalry The Great Frankenmuth all-you-can-eat Chicken Dinner Rivalry In the quaint town…

A Maker of Dresses 3 months ago

A Maker of Dresses

A Beautiful Collaboration with Michael Sampson! In 2023, I was in NYC with the publisher…

writing 3 months ago

Write For Kids

Screenshot A Chat with Laura Backes Bard Recently I had the pleasure of chatting with…

Icebergs 3 months ago

What you need to know before travelling to Newfoundland

Standing on the edge of North America’s easternmost point, I discovered a land that defies…

48 Hour Itineraries 3 months ago

Visit Jamestown NY: the small town with big laughs

Visit Jamestown, NY—where Lucille Ball’s legacy still struts in polka dots and punchlines, turning this…

airbnb 3 months ago

The Best Airbnb Experiences in Paris

There’s a lot of walking tour companies in Paris. I’ve taken hundreds (I’ve reviewed my…

airbnb 3 months ago

The Best Airbnb Experiences in New York City

There’s a lot of tours in New York City (I’ve highlighted my favorites here) but…

Book Review 3 months ago

Letters from Wonderland

Based on the original text and illustrations by Lewis Carroll and Sir John Tenniel Illustrated…

butter tart 3 months ago

Quaker Oaks Farm – a Quirky Kawarthas Gem

Pull Over for  the Peculiar: Quaker Oaks Farms Is Kawartha’s Whimsical Wonder Stop   This…

best of 3 months ago

10 Inspiring Travel Reads to Keep You Dreaming This Fall and Winter

There’s something magical about curling up on a chilly morning with a mug of coffee,…

How to Plan Your Trip 3 months ago

How to Find a Cheap Car Rental

I love road trips. You get in car and can just head off anywhere you…

accommodation 3 months ago

How to Find the Perfect Apartment for Vacation Rentals

I used to hate renting apartments from websites like Airbnb or VRBO. As a solo…

Blog Tour 3 months ago

Wildcat Summer

Image owner : Victoria Williamson Twinkl Originals I have been lucky enough over the years…

50+ 3 months ago

How to Prep for Your Next Big Adventure (Especially if You’re Retired and Ready to Roam)

We’ve packed for everything from desert camps in Morocco to overnight trains across Thailand, and…

Get Inspired 3 months ago

7 Common Travel Myths That are WRONG

Years ago, the website Earth Porm reposted my article “The Ultimate Guide to Traveling When…

esims 3 months ago

Holafly eSIMs: A Better Way to Stay Connected When You Travel

When you’re traveling, staying connected is essential. Whether you’re figuring out the best route to…

gear 3 months ago

My Top Gifts for Travelers for the Holidays

Travelers can be a fickle group of people to buy gifts for. We’re constantly coming…

Halloween 3 months ago

My favourite title to share this Halloween – How to Scare a Mouse and Bear

Written and Illustrated by Ross Collins Published by Nosy Crow There’s something so special about…

Blog Tour 3 months ago

Lionborn

Written by Sharique Zea I was so excited to have received this book – it sounded…

Board Books 3 months ago

Gift ideas for younger readers this Christmas (Part One)

Room on the Broom : A Lift-the-Flap Book Published by Macmillan I never thought it…

Butter Tart Quest 3 months ago

Don’s Bakery, Bala Ontario: Butter tart Quest

Don’s Bakery Bala, Ontario Cranberries, butter tarts, and dockside charm — Bala, Ontario is Muskoka’s…