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...
5 Best Hygiene Tips For Frequent Travelers
Travelling a lot can be fun but can also make staying clean tricky. Keeping clean is important to stay healthy, whether on a work trip or vacation. Here are five tips to help frequent travellers practice good hygiene and stay...
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...
Mastering the Art of Event Planning: Essential Tips for a Global Travel Conference
Carefully focus on details and smart future planning for a successful global travel conference.
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...
Mental Health on the Go: 7 Practical Tips For Frequent Travellers
These mental health tips can help you navigate the highs and lows of travel with grace and resilience, ensuring that your adventures are not only memorable but also deeply fulfilling experiences. Travel with a plan One way...
Books to Inspire Your Travel to France
What inspires you to travel to far-away, romantic places such as France? For me, it’s simply opening a book and letting the words wash over me, encouraging me to visit the destinations written about within its pages....