Chicago at the Stratford Festival

As the season is ending at the Stratford Festival in Ontario, I was very happy to be able to see one more play, the musical Chicago. I saw a different production many years ago in Regina, Saskatchewan and of course, I’ve seen the movie a number of times so I knew it should be a […]…

The Miser at the Stratford Festival

Top of my list for plays to see at the Stratford Festival this season was The Miser by Molière. Even though it was first performed in 1668 it is still so relatable today as a miser, paranoid that someone will steal his money, buries it in his garden. His orphaned niece and nephew live with […]…

Interesting

If you stay near Orlando, make sure you have time to visit Mount Dora. This town is beautiful with lots of individual shops and amazing restaurants. The market and museums are worth a visit. Lovely lake if you want to go for a boat ride….

A fabulous venue fabulously narrated

I have just returned from a 7 night cruise to Alaska aboard Holland America’s Koningsdam. Alaska has been top of my wishlist for around 10 years now. I researched many of the ports before I travelled. In Skagway the most popular trip is the White Pass Yukon rail ride. I wasn’t sure about it as […]…

All’s Well in Stratford, Ontario

Our afternoon started with a quick lunch at the cafe overlooking the water at the Tom Patterson Theatre (www.stratfordfestival.ca/Visit/OnsiteAmenities) in Stratford, Ontario. This is a new theatre replacing the older, much smaller venue. The food was delicious (the sandwich of the day) and we just had time to finish before curtain call. A half hour […]…

Kennedy Space Station

If you visit Florida go to Kennedy Space Station. It is so interesting with something to please the whole family The coach trip takes you near the launch pads. We missed the launch of Artemis as it was postponed but were lucky enough to see it in the distance. You will need a whole day […]…

Bayfield, a Quaint Town on Lake Huron

Along the east coast of Lake Huron there are a number of towns worth a visit. We have been to Grand Bend a few times but this summer we ventured a little further north along the coast to the quaint town of Bayfield. It is a whole different atmosphere than Grand Bend; more family oriented […]…

City and lake views

We were pleased to miss the UK mini heatwave, although hot and sunny in Toronto in July the hotel air con made for a comfortable nights sleep. Fabulous views of the city skyscrapers and beautiful Lake Ontario from our room in One King West hotel which is an historic bank, the vault still visible under […]…

AE Expeditions

More than 30 years in the making, AE Expeditions (part of Aurora Expeditions) has a track record for pioneering discovery and adventure – and respectful travel is at the heart of our ethos. Whether you are a new expeditioner or someone who has travelled with us […]…

PONANT

Ponant is the World Leader in Luxury Expedition and Yacht Cruising. Featuring unique itineraries and destinations, you will have the opportunity to experience all 7 continents in 5* Luxury. https://youtu.be/e4O_ZZJlAW0 With over 30 years of sailing and exploring the world, Ponant offers refinement, curiosity, authenticity… Our […]…

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