The mysterious island of Chiloe, Chile’s largest island is passed over by many on a visit to this lengthy country. The Pacific Ocean battles its coastline constantly with rainfall and lushness is the side effect. Under its shroud of mist lays a unique culture different from that of the mainland. Strange mythologies, sleepy seafaring towns, emerald green … More 3 Days on Chiloe
Montreal is a city I have wanted to visit for some time. Albeit, initially it was for different reasons, now, the food scene was all that mattered. You could lose weeks here eating your way through this modernized old world city, while definitely gaining some pounds, the surface would merely be scratched. I spent a … More What and Where to Eat in Montreal
I found myself back in the icy cold of Churchill, Manitoba. The polar bear capital of the world to watch the Polar Bear Migration. I was preparing for my final trip into Nunavut on a single otter plane. We flew into an old hunting camp near Gellini River, now a viewing site for tourism. The … More Polar Bear Migration
For some reason, I’m unsure why, but Ireland and the United Kingdom always got a bad rap for their food. I knew that I wouldn’t be disappointed and after a month in Ireland, I was not proven wrong. Much like Canada, it is not so much specific dishes, although there are a few, but more … More 14 of the Best Foods to Eat in Ireland
Cork. Ireland’s second city… unless you ask someone from Cork. It’s a beautifully aged port city, but the gems amongst its old streets and surrounding countryside are what drew me in. County Cork, West Cork in particular is known as the foodie capital of Ireland and with good reason. The food culture is strong with … More A Taste of West Cork (and Cork)
Galway is an old city. It best resembles what the mind conjures up as an Irish city, but it’s young at heart. It’s a popular university town with more students than housing. It supports an evident Bohemian lifestyle with pot clouds rising amongst the buildings. Pubs are elbow to elbow with live music pouring into … More 7 Places to Eat in Galway, Ireland
Galway is a city with a small town feeling that you could easily spend days in. Time slipping by without much notice. The cobblestone streets of the Latin Quarter emanating such ambience, it’s hard to leave. There is a lot within these old Irish buildings to keep someone busy while accomplishing nearly nothing. Between the buskers … More 3 Day Trips from Galway
The Aran Islands surrounded with mystique, watching over the mouth of Galway Bay, they lay quietly to themselves in the turbulent seas of the North Atlantic. Full of ancient heritage, geological wonders and a beauty unique to here, it’s no wonder people want to discover the wonder of these islands. A day trip to Inismor … More Day Trip to Inis Mor, Aran Islands
If you’re heading Ireland way in September, it would be crazy not to plan around the Galway International Oyster and Seafood Festival. Check out my experience here!! … More Galway International Oyster and Seafood Festival
A city of many names, Londonderry, the Maiden City, the Virgin City or most commonly, Derry has a long turbulent history. As one of the oldest continuously inhabited areas of Ireland, a lot has happened on this land over the last millennia or so. As recent as the last 50 years, Derry was majorly affected … More Londonderry in 24 Hours