Do it Like a Local Blog
It's All About the Bees at Rosewood Estates Winery
Sunday, Aug 25, 2013
Mead, honey wine - the drink of ancient kings, queens, medieval knights, the ancestor of all modern day alcoholic beverages, with production dating back to 7000 BC. Rosewood Estates Winery was something unexpected. Were they a winery or an apiary? The answer was both. New kid in town The first thing that I recall about our arrival at Rosewood E… Read more...
One of my Favorite Niagara Wineries: Creekside Estates Winery
Sunday, Aug 11, 2013
Recently I got a chance to find out first hand whether the crew at Creekside Estates lived up to their motto - 'Serious wine from an irreverent bunch.' They did, on both accounts. The best part of being an irreverent bunch is being able to share the challenges you´ve experienced along the way in a respectful and humourous manner. Once Matt Lo… Read more...
Traveling with a Local in Asia
Monday, Aug 5, 2013
Traveling to Asia for the first time can be a daunting and overwhelming experience, especially if you are going solo. Upon your arrival all at once you feel illiterate and completely out of place, as if you have just landed on another planet. All of these factors can make it difficult to engage in the authentic experiences you were hoping to have… Read more...
Family Pride at Toronto Pride Week
Monday, Jul 29, 2013
Toronto´s Church-Wellesley Village is a great place for dining, dancing, drinking and shopping all year round. This neighbourhood is home to one of the most vibrant gay districts in North America and every year it plays host to Pride Week, Canada´s biggest LGBT community celebrations, with or without the Mayor! Going to Pride in Toronto This yea… Read more...
Mt Lemmon - Climb to the Summit
Monday, Jul 22, 2013
Riding in Arizona is great but it’s even better when you get to enjoy it with one of your best friends. This winter, my buddy Derek MacNeil (the guy responsible for introducing me to road riding) came to Arizona to ride with me. He was committed to riding every day of his visit, even though my schedule didn't permit me to join him. On his return … Read more...
Finding Time for Me on the Family Vacation - Cape Cod
Monday, Jul 15, 2013
Yesterday was even better than you had imagined it would be. The family spent the entire day together at the beach, hours of fun in the sun. What followed was a relaxed meal, an evening stroll through town and a kid approved movie on TV. Since leaving home 48 hours earlier, you’ve had 15 minutes to yourself, which is the sum total time you spen… Read more...