Today, the drawbridge in Victoria is being lowered and retailers are opening their doors once again. It brings me great joy to witness the return of people to the downtown core, and I’m even more pleased to observe that everyone is proceeding with caution. It would be catastrophic if we had to start all over…

After completing our around-the-world tour, Nita and I have returned to North America. However, before heading back to BC, we decided to visit Antelope Canyons, which is a four-hour drive from Vegas. Of all the incredible experiences we had during our trip, we highly recommend adding this excursion to your bucket list. It’s surprising how…

I was surprised by the high prices in Vancouver, but Hong Kong proved to be even more expensive! I had to scrape the bottom of my wallet to find enough money. Nevertheless, it’s an incredible place to visit if you’re there for a short time.

When one walks the streets of Bangkok, one must be careful not to get wired……

We’re still on our journey! We departed in August and have yet to return home. Since my previous post, we’ve explored Penang, Langkawi, Kuala Lumpur, Laos, Bangkok, and Hong Kong. This photo showcases one of the many unique businesses we’ve encountered on our travels. It’s a restaurant that offers a bowl of Ramen and one…

In a centuries-old ritual known as Alms gathering, over 200 monks walk the streets of Laos at the break of dawn each day. Local residents line the streets, offering rice to the monks as their daily food. Nita and I were fortunate to witness this tradition in the town of Luang Prabang. Despite being in…

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), where everything defies the lessons I learned growing up in Canada. Our senses were overwhelmed from the moment we landed, as there seems to be some unwritten rules pulsating through the city that create organized chaos. The onslaught of cars, bikes, smells, and sounds at every turn is…

Nita and I have gained so much knowledge during our travels throughout Kenya with some incredible people. Kenya is an exceptional country filled with kind and beautiful people. It’s interesting to note that Kenyans believe being white is glamorous, yet we see health and vibrancy in their appearance which makes us envious. Together with our…

North Holland and South Holland are regions in the Netherlands, which is often mistakenly called Holland. While Dutch is the official language, English is widely spoken, so communication isn’t a problem. During our trip, we mainly visited The Hague and Amsterdam, but I recommend taking one of the numerous trains to explore other parts of…

Italy is an awe-inspiring destination! At every turn, you’ll be mesmerized by the beauty and history that surrounds you. We had the pleasure of spending six nights here over Christmas, which is celebrated in a refreshing way unlike North America’s commercialized approach. In Italy, it’s all about religion and peace, and I have to admit,…