Finding the Real Paris

By Julie H. Fergusen

Off the city's beaten track, Paris holds some hidden gems.

Riding the Rails

By George Zador

Travel by train across the continent was always on our "bucket list" and when the invitation came for a long overdue family visit to Ottawa, my wife and I thought it was a great opportunity to fly there and take the train back. Why not see if "getting there is half the fun?"

Cruise the Danube

By By Rhonda Parker, CTC, MCC, LCS, Cruise Holidays Pacific in Victoria

Forever immortalized in Johann Strauss' "The Blue Danube" waltz, Europe's Danube river, and the countryside through which it winds, are as beautiful as the music. By taking a cruise on the Danube, you can see and explore European capitals, medieval towns, stately castles, rolling hills and vineyard-lined valleys.

Hanging Loose in Paradise

By Chris & Rick Millikan

Honolulu makes a perfect one-week, hang-loose holiday. Nixing the rental car, we invest in trolley passes for travelling to outlying attractions and sturdy sandals for robust walks around bustling Waikiki.

Three Seafaring Ladies and a Boat

By Judee Fong

Cathy Harris had often thought about circumnavigating Vancouver Island by boat. Last summer, over a glass of wine with fellow sailors Alison Kershaw and Margaret Thomson, she casually announced, "I'm thinking of sailing around Vancouver Island. Do either of you fancy joining me?"

Courageous & Outrageous - Car Shopping

By Pat Nichol

The second most expensive item people purchase, next only to our homes, is a car. For many, a vehicle is an extension of their personality. Not an item to be purchased indiscriminately, it is something we will (hopefully) keep for a while.

Mostly Gentle Footsteps

By Kevin McKay

On July 1, while millions of Canadians celebrated Canada Day with picnics and backyard barbecues, Irene Butler and her husband Rick ventured out into the world on a journey that would have them visit 12 countries in 12 months.

Trust Your Body

By Marylee Stephenson

At a reasonably healthy 66, I journey accompanied with enough money to avoid worry, with friends I know, and with guides, cars and boats that are dedicated to helping me make the best use of my time - in comfort.

To Hell and Back

By Dee Walmsley

If you haven't been Hell's Gate, it is well worth the two-and-a-half-hour drive from Vancouver. Pack up the picnic basket, grandchildren and, yes, even the dog for a good day's outing full of fun for the kids and breathtaking scenery for the young at heart.

2010 Cruise Holidays Cruise Trends Survey Consumer Guide to Cruising

By Rhonda Parker, CTC, MCC, LCS, Cruise Holidays Pacific in Victoria

Cruise Holidays is providing precise booking data and identifying cruise industry trends based on actual bookings of the Cruise Holidays network thanks to its proprietary Web-based business operating system, CruiseWeb 6.0. Cruise Holidays is the oldest cruise specialty retailer in North America with stores and home-based locations in the United States and Canada.

Cruising to Hawaii

By Rhonda Parker, CTC, MCC, LCS - Cruise Holidays Pacific in Victoria

Tropical beauty, warm hospitality, mysterious volcanoes, Polynesian culture, islands with their own distinct characteristics - all this is waiting for you on a cruise to Hawaii. As you plan your Hawaiian cruise adventure, here's what you need to know.

Is Antarctica on your Bucket List?

By Rhonda Parker, CTC, MCC, LCS - Cruise Holidays Pacific in Victoria

The number of large ships that will cruise the waters off Antarctica may be limited in the future, making now the perfect time to book a cruise to Antarctica during the upcoming December 2010-February 2011 high season.

Travel Expert Gives 5 Reasons to Get Local Advice When Making Summer Travel Plans

By Rhonda Parker, CTC, MCC, LCS - Cruise Holidays Pacific in Victoria

Residents may still be on the fence about making summer travel plans. If that is the case, Rhonda Parker, Owner and Senior Cruise and Travel Specialist of Cruise Holidays Pacific Victoria, recommends consulting with a local expert before trying to piece together a last-minute bargain vacation online.

Better with Age - Mobility Options

By Medichair

One of the biggest challenges facing Canada's aging population is mobility. Being able to move in and out of your home and from one point to another are key factors in maintaining your freedom.

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