Travel? Yes Please!

Travel blog by Canadian newlyweds Rhonda and Mike out to explore the world: Photos, stories, reviews & tips to inspire & help plan your next solo or couple's adventure.

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Kodai-ji Temple- A Beautiful Zen Temple in Kyoto
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Kodai-ji Temple is an outstanding Zen temple in Kyoto offering one of the best sightseeing experiences in the southern Higashiyama area. At Kodai-ji, you can admire a traditional Japanese garden, visit important cultural properties, wander through a bamboo grove, and relax at a tea house- all wit...
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Best Shrines in Japan- My 8 Favourite Japanese Shrines to Visit
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I always look forward to connecting with Japanese traditions and one of the best ways to do this is by visiting shrines in Japan. Shinto shrines in Japan are respected places of worship, rich with spirituality and superstition. Here you can witness age-old rituals and discover beliefs that are th...
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Things to Do in Jasper National Park- 17 Experiences for Your Jasper Bucket List
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Jasper National Park has long been a favourite place of mine. Ever since I was a little kid, I’ve been fascinated by Jasper’s rocky mountains, pristine lakes, icy glaciers, roaring waterfalls, and abundant wildlife. It wasn’t hard for Jasper to capture my heart, but even after countless trips, I’...
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Ladder Canyon and Painted Canyon Trail- A Unique Hike in the Mecca Hills, California
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There are plenty of hikes near Palm Springs but one that really impressed us with its variety of scenery and adventurous spirit was the Painted Canyon and Ladder Canyon Trail. Whether we were walking in the shade of towering canyon walls, climbing up rickety ladders, or meandering through a slot ...
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Palm Springs Day Trips- 6 Fun and Adventurous Places to Visit
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Palm Springs is a beautiful desert city in California full of golf courses, stylish hotels, spas, and boutiques. If that’s what you’re into, it’s a great place to spend some time. But for me- someone who loves active travel, getting out into nature and exploring- it was harder to connect with the...
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One Day in Joshua Tree National Park- Hikes, Nature Walks and Scenic Spots
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One day in Joshua Tree National Park was all it took to become completely mesmerized by this unique protected area in California. It was a weird and fascinating landscape, almost cartoonish, and I wouldn’t have been surprised to see Dr. Seuss’ Lorax or everybody’s favourite Stone Age family, the ...
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Maligne Lake Cruise to Spirit Island- One of Jasper National Park’s Most Iconic Experiences
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I’ve been visiting Jasper National Park ever since I was a kid, but had never got around to enjoying one of the park’s most iconic experiences- the Maligne Lake cruise to Spirit Island. I can honestly say, I saved the best for last! The scenery I saw during the Maligne Lake cruise epitomized ever...
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Weekend Getaway in the Laurentians- A Nature-Filled Vacation in Quebec
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It’s well known among locals of Québec that the Laurentian region (Laurentides in French) is a terrific vacation destination. With 9,012 lakes, 103 rivers, forested trails, and part of the Laurentian mountains, the region is ideal for outdoor adventurers and weekend getaways from Montreal. Despit...
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Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Québec- Things to Do for Nature Lovers
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The more I visit Québec the more I fall in love with its vast wilderness. One region that exemplifies the province’s natural beauty and appreciation of outdoor adventures is Abitibi-Témiscamingue. The region’s Algonquin name describes it accurately- Abitibi means place where the waters divide and...
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Things to Do in Thun, Switzerland- Gateway to the Bernese Oberland
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Thun is known as the gateway to the Bernese Oberland, but not just because of its geographical location. The city and its surrounding landscape serve as a wonderful introduction to the history, culture, and natural beauty of this region in Switzerland. With several Swiss heritage sites of nationa...
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