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Mother-Daughter Getaway to Blue Mountain, Thornbury & Elora #Ontario

Living in London, Ontario lets you have access to some great weekend getaways just a few hours away.  I wanted to have a quick getaway to re-charge and relax.  As with everyone, we lead a very busy life and having my mom live with us, it is nice to take some time to just focus on ‘me’.  Given an opportunity to have a few days of respite, I decided on a last minute trip to Collingwood with my…

Ultimate Guide to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama #TBEXhuntsville @VisitALBeaches

  Ultimate Guide to attractions in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, Alabama.

When you think of the Gulf of Mexico, you are more likely to think of a stay in Florida, Texas or Mexico but there are hidden gems which are family-friendly and waiting for you to discover.  If you want to go where the sunshine is bright and the seafood is outstanding, there is no better place than the Gulf Shores…

Step-by-step Guide To Jamón Ibérico #DPROtravel

You walk into a bar. As you order your drink, you notice, propped on the counter to your right, is a hoof.  That hoof is attached to a rather large piece of ham.  You watch as the bartender carefully shaves thin slices of ruby-red meat and places them side-by-side on a plate.  You order your round of drinks and ask for a plate of Jamón Ibérico and Pan con Tomate.  You’re in heaven now, and the…

Great Art Pieces & Museums NOT in New York City #myflexTBEX

  Great Museums NOT in New York City

When you think of great museums in New York, your mind always goes to the MoMA, The Met or the Guggenheim.  No question about it, these are world class institutions but I found myself on a journey of discovery with my mother and discover we did.  We crossed the US Border at Niagara Falls and headed east.  We spent the better part of a week in Upper State New…

Watkins Glen State Park–19 Waterfalls you need to see in the Finger Lakes, NY Check out what hiking trails have the best views from @DownshiftingPRO

What will surprise you the most is how you access this beautiful state park in the Finger Lakes region of New York state.  You don’t drive down a winding country road or veer off a highway in the middle of nowhere. It’s located in the middle of town, across the street from the County Sherriff’s office! 

You arrive at a brand new Welcome centre and then you will begin climbing 832 steps to…

What to do at the Quebec Winter Carnival

Would you drive 11 hours to go to a winter carnival?  We did!  Last year, we spent a few days in the beautiful city of Quebec to celebrate the best winter carnival in the world.  Full of music, outdoor activities, night parades and a giant outdoor slide, you must make a trip to Quebec City at least once in your life.  The last time I was here for Carnaval I was in University and it was much,…

10 Reasons to Go to Your High School Reunion–Travel Back in Time

I’ve gotten over the stage fright.  I have overcome the mean girl syndrome and faced my biggest high school fears.  I’m not going to lie, I’m a high school reunion.  I was devotee back for my ‘all year’ high school reunion for the third time in 10 years.  How does that work?  Simple:  instead of having individual years celebrate annually, my high school celebrates every  5 years on the school’s…