In one of life’s great misnaming scandals it’s unfortunate that all-weather vs all-season tires have such similar names. Like exercise and excorcise, they're close but no cigar. So just like you wouldn't dream of confusing a Canadian vs an American, you need to have a clear idea in your head when it comes to all-weather vs all-season, because as you might suspect, while they might appear the same at first glance, they are worlds apart. Testing all-weather vs all-season tires on a closed …
Fifteen Summer Travel Essentials
What to pack when travelling is determined by where you’re going and what your plans are once you've safely arrived at the destination. The strappy heels you'll wear to a bistro won’t work for a hike on the mountains around Pemberton, British Columbia, and there’s no call for a winter sleeping bag if you’re staying at the Hôtel du Petit Moulin in the Marais district of Paris. It doesn’t matter if the accommodations are a five-star hotel or a motel lost in time, there are basics every …
Gifts for Your Globetrotter
The more I travel, the more I find things I wouldn't leave home without now. Last year, my dear friend Heather, compiled her list of gifts for your road-warrior, this year I give you my list of gifts for your globetrotter! Gifts for Your Globetrotter LifeProof nüüd Waterproof iPhone 5 Case I love my iPhone. Probably more than I should but the thought of losing all my information, not to mention photos off it, leaves me in a cold sweat. That's why I went out and invested in a LifeProof …
EVAP Wet Electronic Rescue Kit
You know when you think you won't do something and then you're surprised when you actually do? Two years ago I was at restaurant with a group of people and had my iPhone in my back pocket. I forgot it was there when I went to the washroom and as I was pulling my pants down I heard the water in the bowl splash. NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! And there it was, the thing I thought I'd never do — I reached in to that dirty public toilet and grabbed it faster than you can say "That's gross!" After I …
How To Pack a Diaper Bag for Travel
Having visited 15 cities in the past year we were well stocked and prepared for our travel adventures but then all of a sudden, the Little Monkey turned one. A toddler. We heard many horror stories about traveling with toddlers and braced ourselves for a tiring trip to Mexico. Luckily for us, our trip to Tulum and Playa del Carmen was no back breaking, ear piercing or tantrum throwing experience. After our many travel escapades I can confidently say that a well packed bag is key for an …
