On our way back from Belleville, we stopped in Gananoque.
Browsing Category Around the Globe
Travel stories, cultural observations, and life on the road—from extended stays to unexpected detours.
Sandbanks Provincial Park and a Weird Storm
We drove to Dunes Beach and discovered a sandy bay encircled by huge dunes dominating the scenery.
A Misty Visit to Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls. This amazing natural wonder of the world is on the bucket list of most travelers—everyone want to see them at least once. But how many people come back for a second, a third or a fourth visit? Well, more than you’d think.
Good Value – The $7.50 Ferry Trip To Toronto Island
The Toronto Islands are located just offshore from the city centre. Today, it’s a popular recreational centre and a quick getaway from the “mainland”.
A Long Weekend in Toronto, Mark’s First Time
Every year (except when I’m eight-month pregnant like last year…), we take a short trip during the Labour Day long weekend. Two years ago, we were in Toronto and visited Barry, Balm Beach and the Georgian Bay. The year before, we were in rural Ontario and visited the Townships of Head, Clara and Maria, Rapides-des-Joachims, Pembroke, Deux-Rivières and Matawa and Deep River. This year, we decided it was time for Mark to visit Toronto—the last time we went for the Rolling Stones concert, he had stayed home with his 爷爷 and 奶奶 (grand-parents).
Helping Tourists is a Weird, Random Experience
Whenever I see people with a clueless look on their face, a city map in one hand and a guidebook in the other, I tend to stop and offer help.