Our Most Popular Posts
We have traveled to over 15 Countries, stayed in countless hotels, and done dozens of unique activities along the way. These are our popular review and recipe posts.
Best Food on Maui
It’s no secret that we love food. So we thought of putting together a list of our favorite foods and beverages on Maui, since our Kauai version has been quite…
Violette Squeeze
Inspiration for the Violette Squeeze came during a recent trip to Portland, we discovered Creme de Violette liquor. Funny enough, we had never heard of it before but saw it…
7 Day Maui Itinerary
As you can imagine, there is no shortage of possible activities to do on Maui. If you are only going to visit Maui once there are definitely some must do…
Monkeypod Maui
Monkeypod is the best thing to happen to Ka’anapali Beach Resort in a long time. They are located beach side in Whaler’s Village. And, because they have great food and…
Nashville Weekend
Last fall we headed to Nashville for a weekend getaway. We had wanted to go for a while and when we found out that we could get tickets to the…
Cheese Puffs Recipe
This cheese puffs recipe is a recent addition to our entertaining repertoire but what a great addition it is. In the past week, we have made it twice and each…
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
During a recent visit to Vancouver, we decided to check out the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Having been to Vancouver a few times throughout the years, we had never taken…
Best Food on Kauai
Before heading out on vacation one of the first things that we do is research good places to eat. Since we have been to Kauai several times over the years,…
Maui Travel Tips
We have compiled a list of some helpful Maui travel tips, especially for the first timers. Just a list of things that we wish we had known before going. From baggage…
Our Favorite Activities
Scroll through our top activities below, or check out the entire list here.
Kahakapao Loop Trail
During out last trip to Maui, we decided to take on the Kahakapao Loop Trail. It’s definitely not the most scenic hike on Maui, but it’s worth doing. Round trip…
A day in St. Andrews
Last summer we had the pleasure of spending 24 hrs in St. Andrews, New Brunswick. We were on a road trip from Moncton to Portland, Maine and decided that we…
Beacon Hill Park
We got up early one morning during our visit to Victoria looking for something to do. It was beautiful outside so we were looking for something to take advantage of…
Victoria Weekend
For many years now we have been talking about having a quick Victoria weekend trip. So when we discovered that we both had a 4 day weekend, we decided to…
Butchart Gardens
The Butchart Gardens are located just outside of Victoria, British Columbia. It’s a group of floral display gardens, spanning over 55 acres, started by Jennie Butchart in the early 1900s.…
7 Day Maui Itinerary
As you can imagine, there is no shortage of possible activities to do on Maui. If you are only going to visit Maui once there are definitely some must do…
Portland Weekend
Portland has always been one of our favorite places for a quick weekend trip. Not only is it a quick flight from Calgary but always a great place to visit. …
Canyon Trail Hike
The Canyon Trail is a beautiful hiking trail inside of the Waimea Canyon State Park, on Kauai. There are plenty of ways to explore the Waimea Canyon from simply driving…
Nashville Weekend
Last fall we headed to Nashville for a weekend getaway. We had wanted to go for a while and when we found out that we could get tickets to the…
Favorite Travel Itineraries
We have a collection of itineraries for all of our favorite travel destinations. Some of our favorites are here, or see them all here.
A day in St. Andrews
Last summer we had the pleasure of spending 24 hrs in St. Andrews, New Brunswick. We were on a road trip from Moncton to Portland, Maine and decided that we…
Victoria Weekend
For many years now we have been talking about having a quick Victoria weekend trip. So when we discovered that we both had a 4 day weekend, we decided to…
7 Day Maui Itinerary
As you can imagine, there is no shortage of possible activities to do on Maui. If you are only going to visit Maui once there are definitely some must do…
Portland Weekend
Portland has always been one of our favorite places for a quick weekend trip. Not only is it a quick flight from Calgary but always a great place to visit. …
Nashville Weekend
Last fall we headed to Nashville for a weekend getaway. We had wanted to go for a while and when we found out that we could get tickets to the…
Vancouver Weekend
Late last fall, we head to Vancouver for a long weekend getaway. Here’s a glimpse at our Vancouver weekend itinerary. It was the perfect mix of sightseeing and indulging in…
7 Day Budget Friendly Kauai Itinerary
Looking to vacation on Kauai without breaking the bank? Here is our 7 day budget friendly Kauai itinerary. All the activities suggested in the post are completely free. Yes, you read it…
Top Rated Recipes
Since we love food, we try to replicate some of our best eats on the road. These are our highest rated. Or, check them all here.
Best Pizza Dough Recipe
We love pizza! Through our travels we have had some great pizza’s. From Otto Pizza in Portland, Monkeypod or the Flatbread Company on Maui, Pizzetta on Kauai, to the Garlic…
Mini Eggs Buttercream
Who isn’t a fan of Cadbury’s Mini Eggs? So, what could be better than Mini Eggs Buttercream! With Easter right around the corner, I thought I would give it a…
Cheese Puffs Recipe
This cheese puffs recipe is a recent addition to our entertaining repertoire but what a great addition it is. In the past week, we have made it twice and each…
Bourbon Cocktail Cherries
Years of travelling has taught us that fresh, local ingredients make everything taste better. This includes cocktails. And, all good cocktails (and ice cream) should have good cherries. This bourbon cocktail…
Biscuit Recipe
Recently, we had the chance to taste the delicious biscuits from the Biscuit Bitch in Seattle and decided to try making our batch following this biscuit recipe at home. You…
Acai Bowl Recipe
What is acai? It is a delicious and powerful berry found in Brazil’s Amazon. The Acai berry has more than 5 times the antioxidant power of blueberries. Here, acai berries…
Latest Posts
Read our latest travel reviews, tips, and recipes below.
Best Food on Maui
It’s no secret that we love food. So we thought of putting together a list of our favorite foods and beverages on Maui, since our Kauai version has been quite…
The Beach House
The Beach House Restaurant on Kauai offers some of the best view on the island. And, the food and drinks are really good too. It’s located ocean-side in Poipu. For…
Kahakapao Loop Trail
During out last trip to Maui, we decided to take on the Kahakapao Loop Trail. It’s definitely not the most scenic hike on Maui, but it’s worth doing. Round trip…
A day in St. Andrews
Last summer we had the pleasure of spending 24 hrs in St. Andrews, New Brunswick. We were on a road trip from Moncton to Portland, Maine and decided that we…
Beacon Hill Park
We got up early one morning during our visit to Victoria looking for something to do. It was beautiful outside so we were looking for something to take advantage of…
Victoria Weekend
For many years now we have been talking about having a quick Victoria weekend trip. So when we discovered that we both had a 4 day weekend, we decided to…
Butchart Gardens
The Butchart Gardens are located just outside of Victoria, British Columbia. It’s a group of floral display gardens, spanning over 55 acres, started by Jennie Butchart in the early 1900s.…
7 Day Maui Itinerary
As you can imagine, there is no shortage of possible activities to do on Maui. If you are only going to visit Maui once there are definitely some must do…
Monkeypod Maui
Monkeypod is the best thing to happen to Ka’anapali Beach Resort in a long time. They are located beach side in Whaler’s Village. And, because they have great food and…