This is how to spend an afternoon in Épernay if you only have one day in the heart of France’s champagne region. Continue reading
Category Archives: International Travel
Stay at Dublin’s Original Rock n’ Roll Hotel in Temple Bar
On the fringe of the Temple Bar district is Dublin’s original Rock n’ Roll hotel. Recently renovated, The Clarence Hotel was pick for a night’s stay in Dublin, Ireland. Temple Bar is notoriously noisy. For a one-night stay I searched for a hotel that was close enough to the liveliness, but far enough out of … Continue reading
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How to Spend an Afternoon in Dublin, Ireland
Thanks to a delayed flight I got to Dublin, Ireland 5 hours after I was supposed to arrive. Instead of having a full day to wander around the city, I only had an afternoon. Here’s how to spend an afternoon in Dublin spending time in the city’s iconic Temple Bar district, visiting a cathedral, and … Continue reading
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5 Places to Go in Central America for Resort Stays, Beaches, and Urban Adventure
If you’re wanted to visit an exotic beach locale without spending a lot of travel hours from the United States and you’re looking for alternatives to Mexico, consider going a little farther south to Central America. Surprisingly there are a lot of flight options without the hefty price tag for flights to Europe or South … Continue reading
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They’re Snow Farming in Canada: Banff Sunshine Village’s Alternative to Snowmaking
You may be familiar with snow fences, but chances are you’ve never heard of snow farming, especially in the ski industry. I hadn’t heard of it until my recent 3 days in Banff, Canada with Ski Big 3. One thing I love to do while in a destination is learn about its sustainable practices so … Continue reading
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Ice Walk in Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park
Would you hike into a snowy and icy canyon when the temperature dips to -21°C (-5.8°F)? If the answer is yes, then this adventure is for you. While in Banff, Canada, I took a break from skiing to go on a 3-mile ice walk with Discover Banff Tours. The drive along the Bow Valley Parkway … Continue reading
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Banff’s Newest “Peak” is the Perfect Downtown Basecamp – Peaks Hotel and Suites
On my recent ski trip to Ski Big 3 in Banff National Park, I stayed downtown at Peaks Hotel and Suites. Banff’s newest “peak” has garnered rave reviews from guest and is currently ranked #1 hotel in Banff on Trip Advisor. The staff was super friendly as I checked in and I was really happy … Continue reading
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How to Spend 3 Days in Banff, Canada on a Winter Vacation at Ski Big 3
Banff is one of my favorite places on the planet. It’s magical. This is my second time to Banff, with both visits being in winter. Banff has some of the best skiing in Canada and arguably in the world. With three resorts within Banff National Park, Ski Big 3 is a skier’s paradise, but it’s … Continue reading
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