It’s nearly impossible to visit Russia without coming across the colourful Russian nesting dolls, otherwise known as Matryoshka. The quintessential souvenir is sold in shops from villages to big cities » Read More
CRUISING
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October 19, 2017
I’ve just returned from my first river cruise aboard Viking and have had an amazing time discovering Russia’s waterways! Before leaving home, I posted the itinerary and thought for this » Read More
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October 18, 2017
I’ve just returned from a stellar 13-day journey aboard a Viking River cruise, along with 189 fellow passengers plus crew. The Viking Truvor (formerly the Sergey Kirov) is a three-level » Read More
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September 25, 2017
In all my travels, I’ve yet to take a cruise. Living in British Columbia, it’s easy to get our fix of day trips (and I’m lucky enough to have lived » Read More
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August 2, 2017
Love cruising in style? The recently-launched V2V Empress (via V2V Vacations) translates to a relaxed, 3.5-hour crossing from downtown Vancouver to Victoria, rather than driving out to Tsawwassen to catch » Read More
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June 30, 2016
Last weekend, we were guests aboard Ponant’s luxury cruise ship Le Soléal. Ponant cruises are all about relaxation, good French cuisine, drinks and the outdoors — all in the lap » Read More