One type of flower is considered elegant and beautiful, and as a gift, it can represent beauty, charm and love. At this time of year, orchid showings are in full bloom. Recently, we travelled to Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, where they were having…
It was a few years ago that we stumbled upon a sculpture garden. The day was getting late at the time, and we were exhausted from a full day of travelling and exploring. We both agreed that we would save this destination for another trip.…
The best thing about Christmas is that others love this season as much as we do. One of our favourite December trips is driving around communities and seeing the lights and displays others have put together. It is even better when someone has gone out…
The northern city of Kenora was our last major Ontario stop on our recent travel of the continent and, ultimately, to Alaska. Although we could only afford to spend a few hours in this great town by the lake, we captured as much of it…
We love animals. Going to a place with animals to view is always our top priority. The Hamilton Aviary is one of those places that is readily accessible for us to visit, and the best part is that it is free to see. They have…
I have wanted to take Charlene to Huckleberry Rock Lookout Trail at sunset for years. It is odd how something like this has been so hard to plan. It is a two-hour drive to this location that overlooks Lake Muskoka. Huckleberry Rock is just a…
There was a time last year when I worked in Alliston, Ontario. Every day, I would drive down Hockley Road, and at this time of year, it is just stunning with the fall colours. I would pass by this display at an intersection of…
Niagara Flowers – Ontario Niagara region in Ontario is the one place I have taken my wife more often. It is full of natural beauty and wonder. One of the best qualities is the sheer number of flowers: Spring tulips, summer roses, and…
I love mini-stops. These are places where I put into our itinerary when we are travelling. Generally, it is a quick stop to look at something, snap a picture, and away we go to the next destination. But sometimes, a mini-stop turns into something bigger.…
This is what I call a Mini-Stop: a place to stop, snap a pic and off you go on towards your next destination. Here is where I took a picture of my wife when we stopped on our way to Alaska. Unlike many other mini-stops…
