Deep blue skies, endless sunshine, sparkling seas, cities steeped in history and delectable food and wine ... what more could you ask from a holiday?The long, slender region of Puglia claims the heel of the Italian boot, yet it remains undiscovered by North Americans. Now is definitely the time...

Italy's Piedmont Region allows travellers to vacation like royalty without spending a fortuneLocated in the breathtaking foothills of the Alps, Italy's Piedmont region welcomes visitors to vacation like a royal without spending a fortune with fine dining, spa treatments, and castle accommodations...

With more than 15 million acres of foliage bursting into a spectacular canvas of fiery yellows, oranges and reds, Virginia really comes to life during fall or autumn.  Whether you decide to explore Virginia by taking in the scenic byways, getting the adrenaline pumping with a 'trike'...

After a week in French wine country, I was ready to head to Barcelona for a change of scenery and to swap excessive amounts of red Burgundy and succulent French foie gras - for Rioja and ham.Yes, ham.  Not the ham of your mom's ham-and-cheese sandwiches, mind you.  We're talking about...

South Australia is deservedly known as the "Wine Capital of Australia."The State produces 70% of Australia's exported wines, is home to 17 different wine regions including the Barossa and Clare Valley, McLaren Vale, Adelaide Hills and Coonawara, and has over 300 cellar doors including world...

In grade school, I always heard from the other kids about their family vacations to Virginia Beach and Florida - fun-filled destinations with lots of rides, playing on the beach and junk food.  So when I got the chance to visit, I couldn't jump faster at the opportunity to visit. Today,...

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Niagara-on-the-Lake, hoping to pamper my tired feet at Secret Garden Spa at the Prince of Wales Hotel - and was happily surprised with how much more the area had to offer.  Living in Toronto, Niagara-on-the-Lake has always been the place to visit to...

Old world wine regions may have tradition on their side, but British Columbia offers sheer romance and drama - and balanced whites and reds - for both wine tasters and wine travellers. Here's a sample: the Okanagan Valley and Salt Spring Island offer two diverse yet equally indulgent wine...

Finding just the place to spend your winter is getting more complicated with border delays and expensive US Medical coverage - if you can get any at all. More and more Zoomers are discovering Canada's desert on Lake Osoyoos in the Okanagan region of British Columbia as an economical, dynamic and...

If you are a foodie or big fan of celebrity and culinary stars, then be sure to check out the Portland Harbor beginning October 23 to 25, 2008 for the Harvest on the Harbor Food and Wine Festival!  Read on for more details and what to expect!Harvest on the Harbor Food and Wine Festival in...