Life In Pleasantville
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Like so many Canadians, I have Irish ancestors. And like so many Canadians, I spent decades feeling vaguely, romantically connected to a country I’d never actually been to. Then Tourism Ireland invited me on a press trip and I ran, nay I Riverdanced my way to the airport. This Ireland road trip itinerary is what …
I had a lot of expectations heading to Ireland of cozy pubs, kelly green landscapes, and chatty characters in every corner. And sure, I got all that. But what I didn’t see coming was how deeply I’d fall for Wild Nephin National Park. I’ve explored a lot of the outdoors—across Canada and beyond—and I’m the …
As a travel writer, I’ve learned not to get too attached to a hotel room. On press trips, you’re usually in and out within hours. There’s little time to linger, not with so much waiting outside your door. So it’s rare that I feel the urge to go rogue and lock myself in a room. …
Before I visited Ireland, two things rarely crossed my lips: whiskey and oysters. I used to think it was because I wasn’t a fan, but turns out, it’s because I have impeccable taste. Obviously, my palate is refined enough to rival the world’s greatest chefs because I can tell you that Irish whiskey and Irish …
If you love whiskey, then a trip to Bushmills Distillery in Northern Ireland is like receiving a call from the mothership to come home. What choice do you have? You simply must go. But when you arrive and realize you’re a long way from home, and that despite your best attempts, you cannot survive on …
You’ve got a day in Derry, a mere 24 hours to absorb as much culture, history, and cuisine as you can. Ack! Where to even begin? Derry (aka Londonderry or The Walled City) has so much to see and do, you’ll definitely find yourself wishing you had more time. But alas, a day in Derry …
It is not the locals responsibility to make sure you have the best day ever. You're not visiting Disney World. Venice is an ancient city with a long list of cultural and historical contributions to our planet. It is actually incumbent on you to prove your worthiness to visit.
I’m a firm believer that there is no better way to acquaint yourself with a destination than through a guided tour. No one knows a destination better than local guides and if left to your own devices, the odds are good you’ll miss a lot, particularly if your timeline is tight. So when searching for …
