Imagine a frozen wonderland where the only sound is the panting of furry athletes and the crunch of sled runners gliding over snow. This is the Iditarod Trail, a grueling 1,000 mile journey that tests the limits of human and canine endurance. I was lucky enough to experience the finish of the annual Iditarod Sled […]
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Have you ever wondered what thousands of pounds of rattlesnakes smell like? Neither had I, and thanks to Rite Guard and cool weather I didn’t have to find out! I had been warned to prepare for the smell at the Rattlesnake Roundup in Sweetwater, Texas, and fortunately, it wasn’t bad. Started by Bill Ransberger, the
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Day One: Fly into Toronto, drive to Niagara Falls. Stay at the Marriott Fallsview Hotel. Explore. Dinner at Margaritaville. This day was hectic but exciting! After not seeing my best friend for over a month, she landed in Toronto in shortly after I did. Since I got there first, I sorted out the rental car
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Our Canadian vacation culminated in Quebec City, staying our first night in the heart of the city at Hôtel des Coutellier. The hotel was perfectly situated, with nearly everything in Old Quebec within walking distance, including all the Winter Carnaval activities. We were immediately captivated by Quebec City, with its French heritage and old-world charm.
Our first destination in Quebec was the Ice Hotel, also known as the Hôtel de Glace. I learned about the Hôtel de Glace last year during Christmas when I watched the Lifetime movie “Baby It’s Cold Inside,” and I had to see it. Unique and enchanting, it was the inspiration for this entire trip and
The Blue Mountains, nestled in Ontario, Canada, are renowned for their distinct blue hue, especially visible from a distance. These mountains are part of the expansive Niagara Escarpment, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve characterized by rugged cliffs and diverse ecosystems. Year-round, the Blue Mountains offer a plethora of activities, including hiking, mountain biking, skiing, and
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After our journey to the Niagara area, Tiff and I found ourselves in Old Toronto. We stayed at a great little Airbnb – Wits End – with fantastic hosts, Tom and Donna, and it was very conveniently located close to shops and restaurants and the streetcar, yet far enough out of the heart of the
Reuniting with my Bestie in Toronto was the perfect start to an unforgettable adventure. After arriving at the Toronto Airport, our first order of business was a drive to Niagara Falls, where we were staying the first night. Despite some initial road navigation challenges, we eventually arrived, undeterred by the dramatic weather unfolding around us.
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Silverton, Oregon, caught my attention as one of the most charming small towns I’ve ever visited. If you know me, you know I have a soft spot for small towns, and Silverton has plenty to offer. My visit this time was centered around the Christmas Market, which I had first heard about during my last
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