Tag: food
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Austria
Explored Austria over seven days, enjoying local delicacies like apple strudel and schnitzel. Highlights included tours of Vienna’s landmarks and the Sound of Music sites in Salzburg, culminating with a breathtaking mountain hike and a free outdoor concert at the Salzburg Festival before heading to Zurich.
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Indonesia – Bali
In March 2025, spent six days in Bali, experiencing adventure and beach activities. Highlights included visits to rice terraces, Ubud waterfalls, and sunsets at various locations, indulging in local cuisine, and enjoying vibrant nightlife. The trip concluded with relaxation before returning home to Vancouver.
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Vietnam
In March 2025, a 7-day adventure trip from to Vietnam, exploring Hoi An and Hanoi. Highlights included lantern-lit tours, dining on local cuisine, cruising Halong Bay, and experiencing cultural activities like tai chi and a water puppet show.
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Thailand
In February 2025, enjoyed a 7-day adventure in Thailand. Highlights included exploring Bangkok via TukTuk, experiencing muay thai classes, visiting the Grand Palace, and bathing elephants at Chai Lai Orchid. The trip ended with a night in Chiang Mai before departing for Vietnam.
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Canada – Prince Edward Island
In September 2021, a 10-day family trip to Prince Edward Island featured adventures in culinary delights, notably lobster rolls. Highlights included exploring Charlottetown, visiting sites related to Anne of Green Gables, and enjoying stunning beaches and red sand cliffs.
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South Africa
The recap:Snuck up on 3 lions Kayaked with 1 whaleLived the hakuna matata life Day 1 The safari adventure begins with my friend Elyse, one of my best friends from college. Flew from Vancouver > Seattle > Amsterdam > Johannesburg. Very long travel day of 27+ hours, but worth it! Day 2 Arrived in Johannesburg, spent…
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Hawaii
The recap:Chased by dolphins x2Swam with sea turtles x5Sunrises & sunsets galore Day 1 Flew from Vancouver to Kahului, Maui with my sister for a family vacation with our parents. Checked into Makena Surf in Wailea, caught the end of a beautiful sunset from the patio. Day 2 Got up early to watch the sunrise…
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Croatia & Montenegro
The recap:Kayaks, waterfalls, and beaches2 wineries & 1 Michelin star restaurantParties until sunrise Day 1 Flew from Faro, Portugal to Dubrovnik. Met up with my aunt & checked into Sun Gardens Dubrovnik. Lovely resort with pools, restaurants & activities including a clay tennis court, about a 20 min taxi ride to the old town. Went…
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Morocco
The recap: Countless starsBest dinner of my lifeLost count of how many times I got lost Day 1 Flew from London to Marrakech. Checked into the best hostel of all time (might as well be a 4-star hotel) — The Central House Marrakech Medina: Day 2 Explored downtown Marrakech. Went to Atay Cafe for dinner.…
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Iceland
The recap:24+ hours of drivingDozens of waterfallsCountless sheep Day 1 Arrived in Reykjavik at the Keflavik airport, picked up the rental car and drove approx. 1.5 hours south. Lesson #1: Get the 4×4. Yes it’s more expensive, and we survived with a 2WD, but you can’t access any of the ‘F’ roads in Iceland without…
100 countries to 100 years old 