Nestled by the Sea in Zighy Bay, Oman
The first time we went to Six Senses Zighy Bay in Oman a few years ago the friendly man at the foot of the mountain asked, “Do you have any […]
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stuffeestuff is Back
Life happened and I abandoned this site. I got pregnant with my first daughter and was so exhausted during the pregnancy that I could barely form sentences. I promised I […]
Tipsy in Tuscany
A few summers ago, my husband went wine tasting in Tuscany with our good friend Hans. A “mancation” they called it. Not your typical definition of the word but if you know my […]
Babymoon Bliss in Bali – The Four Seasons Version
As we entered the ocean-side restaurant, any lingering fatigue from the day’s activities dissipated into dim lights and the cheerful buzz of idle chatter. Sundara, Four Seasons Jimbaran Bay’s flagship restaurant, […]
Babymoon Bliss in Bali
Last night I dreamed I was on an indulgent, relaxing vacation. One of those holidays where the sky is blue, the trees are a million shades of green and the air is […]
A Toad, A Buffalo and a Rickety, Old Elevator
Every once in a while my boss and I reminisce about our last company offsite in South Africa and break out in uncontrollable giggles. It often begins with the toad story. The giant, hoppy, […]
Tall, Dark and Mysterious
Meet my latest travel treasure. We call him ” The Dude”. I walked by him in a store window in Ubud, Bali this summer and fell in love. I had […]
Peace and Tranquility in Halong Bay
Despite the typhoon we finally arrived in Ha Long Bay, a peaceful end to an otherwise adventurous holiday in Northern Vietnam. A natural wonder that draws thousands of tourists each year, […]
How to Enjoy a Summer Typhoon in Hanoi
Minutes before my husband and I embarked on the long journey from Sapa to Halong Bay, I was informed that our boat cruise was cancelled. Halong Bay had been closed […]
Monkeying Around in Rwanda
My nose was cold when I woke up on our second day in Rwanda. The fire meant to keep our cabin warm had long since burned out and by dawn, […]
Went to Rwanda. Found Mountain Gorillas.
I sort of forgot to tell my husband it was rainy season in Rwanda. Dragging him deep into the heart of Africa in search of endangered Mountain Gorillas was one […]
Dreaming of Conch Fritters at Da Conch Shack, Turks and Caicos
I should be packing. My flight to Rwanda leaves in less than 24 hours and as usual, I haven’t got a clue what to put in my suitcase. Yet, as […]
Happily Stranded on Zanzibar Island
What do you do if you miss your flight check-in by two minutes (it may have been five) and are stranded at the Zanzibar airport with no money and nowhere […]
Sunshine, Sharks & Other Honeymoon Adventures in the Maldives
Technically, the Maldives was our 8th honeymoon. Travel lush that I am, I travelled to the Turks & Caicos, Paris, Muscat, Istanbul, Zanzibar, Kenya and Cape Town between getting married […]
A Weekend Getaway to the Arabian Desert
Did you know that almost one third of the earth’s land surface is covered by desert? I didn’t. Growing up in Canada, a country defined by its green forests, fresh […]
Mountain Trekking through the Rice Paddies of Northern Vietnam
After a week in Hong Kong, we arrived in Northern Vietnam with a very good chance of missing our overnight train to Sapa. As much as I love to travel, there […]
Fine Wining, Dining, and a bit of Skiing In Zermatt
I’m in the mood to go skiing. The problem is that I live in the desert and as a Canadian, I just can’t bring myself to go skiing at the […]
In Halifax. Eating Lobster.
Fresh lobster. Lobster sandwiches. Lobster claws drowned in butter. Did I say lobster sandwiches? I have visited Halifax three times and can say with confidence that no trip to the […]
Cheap Michelin Star Dim Sum & Other Scrumptious Adventures in Hong Kong
I stepped off the plane as I often do, with a hotel booking (courtesy of my husband) and no other plans whatsoever. This time it was after dark and we […]
Pristine Luxury and a Love Affair with Thai Food in Samui
In stark contrast to the busy streets of Bangkok, Koh Samui, the third largest Island in Thailand, offers a beautiful hideaway framed by turquoise waters and swaying palm trees. From […]
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