John Mountain (LL.B., MBA) 1956-2018
As I write this, June 17, 2024, I am remembering 28 plus years of a life together and wonder with difficulty to sometimes fully comprehend that 6 years have simply slipped by since John’s sudden passing from pancreatic...
Arriving on the Normandy Beaches
On June 6, 1944, Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy to open the way to Germany from the West. Victory in the Normandy campaign would come at a terrible cost. The Canadians suffered the most casualties of any division...
New York’s Best Rooftop Pool Bars
Here is the ultimate local city guide to New York’s Best Rooftop Bars. Instead of escaping to the Hamptons or going upstate, take refuge in one of New York’s rooftop bars, some with soul-refreshing pools. And because New...
The Baroque Fantasy Melk Abbey
from the followsummer archives We had a leisurely chat with our host, Martin, this morning over breakfast and discovered that he is quite an accomplished young man. We don’t have to be in Austria before 6 pm, so we linger and...
Three Gorgeous Islands in Croatia
Croatia’s popularity has soared in recent years due to its historic cities such as Dubrovnik, Split and Zagreb, and national parks such as Plitvice Lakes and Krka. But for many, the real beauty of Croatia travel lies in...
Discover the Many Charms of Guadeloupe
“Nous sommes en grève.” Thierry, our friendly guide, tries to soothe the first-morning bad news. ‘It took me twice as long to cross the bridge this morning as it normally does. We are going to have to change our...
5 Best Places to Visit in Singapore
Singapore is a luxurious, secluded metropolis reserved for the rich and the carefree and a top travel destination that attracts millions of tourists from around the world. Singapore’s tourism has increased substantially in...
The 9 Best Travel Experiences Around the World
The world we live in is so small, yet so vast at the same time. We don’t need more than a day or two to reach almost any destination on the planet, yet we rarely venture far beyond the boundaries of our own comfort zone. The...
Two Suitcases, a Camera Bag and a Laptop
It is hard to believe, even fathom, that 20 years ago John and I sold our Toronto house, sold our car, left the big jobs behind and set out on a journey around the world, visiting 26 countries in 12 months … “eyes to the...
Revealing Your Inner Self: 5 Destinations That Will Change Your Life
Going on a vacation is no longer just about sightseeing and taking a bunch of photos – now it’s more a matter of learning, experiencing, and after a long day of hiking and discovery, uncovering more about your true self. Because...