One of the state’s most beautiful spots is Galveston–an island city located along the Texas Gulf Coast. With its year-round warm weather, incredible food scene and tourist sites, Galveston makes for the perfect family-friendly getaway.

I’m looking out the bedroom window of my beach bungalow towards glistening diamond sands which kiss calm waters stretching outwards to meet the sky at the horizon. This paints a tapestry that’s at least three shades of beautiful turquois. Breathing it all in I think: yes,if paradise had a heaven it has to be Mahekal Beach Resort.

Houston is hardly a traditional vacation destination. Sun, sand and sea are replaced by sidewalks and skyscrapers. However, what makes Houston a great place for your family’s next getaway isn’t the opportunity to get away from it all – it’s the chance to get right in the thick of things.

Conveniently located one block from the restaurants and shops on Main Street in Lake Placid, the AAA Four Diamond Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa is a luxury lakefront resort offering its’ guests an authentic Adirondack experience. and impeccable service amid awe-inspiring views. Only a 3 hour drive from Ottawa, Lake Placid is the ideal destination for a quick getaway in any season. 

You can spend weeks taking in all the theme parks, museum, beaches and green spaces of the big bay city but we hit the streets to get to know a few of San Diego’s many neighbourhoods.

Even though it appears Spring has finally arrived, it is never too late to head South and it is always a good time to go to Florida. Orlando has the reputation of being the theme park capital of the world, and while it has it for good reason, there is much more going on in this eclectic city. 

Looking for a vacation that combines culture, beaches, fun activities and fantastic food? No matter what you’re searching for, Guadeloupe is just the thing.

Want to get to know a different side of L.A.? Our suggestion? Art hopping of course. We recommend making a day of it and enjoying some of the finest art you’ll ever see while getting to know some of Los Angeles’ most creative pockets.

Puerto Escondido is a beautiful resort port town on Mexico’s Pacific coast in the state of Oaxaca. It is ranked as the No. 3 surfing destination in the world and the current world champion surfer, Jhony Corzo, is a 19-year-old from Puerto Escondido. This Mexican paradise has been a well-kept secret but it’s been emerging as a world-class vacation locale.

We all know that Florida is the iconic destination for Snowbirds, but St Pete Beach is the most underrated stretch of perfect sand in North America. Located directly on the Gulf of Mexico, St Pete was recently named the 3rd best beach in America by USA Today and Travel Leisure — and with good reason.

Pulling up to the sleek front entrance of the RIU Bambu you can see right through the lobby, past the pool and to the sun-filled, palm tree populated beach and, you know you’ve come to the right place.

While most people don’t think of Texas as a winter hot spot, it actually has some of the most beautiful beaches you could ever dream of.  Located on an ecodiverse stretch of island chock full of activities is Texan paradise, South Padre Island.

Without further ado, here are my 15 favourite food spots in NYC! Check out these spots if you’re a New York newbie too.

Only 66 miles from Denver, Winter Park is a family-oriented hill that packs a lot of punch. The resort offers seven “territories” and three peaks spread over 1,247 hectares of skiable terrain. There is something here for everyone.

The lobby of Denver’s Union Station is a hub of activity. Not an uncommon sight since this grand space is home to trendy cafés, restaurants and shops. But this is not the usual crowd of people who come to hang out. It’s 6:30 a.m. and these folks, carrying skis and boot bags, are heading to the train platform to board the Winter Park Express.

Life and travel with a special-needs kid can take you on journeys you never imagined. Motivated by a visit to an alligator sanctuary, we hopped in the car and road tripped the 1,600 kilometres to Myrtle Beach to visit Stewart, an alligator who used to be at Little Ray’s Reptiles in Ottawa. It was an incredible adventure from beginning to end.

If you are looking to escape the doldrums of winter and get rejuvenated, head to Melia Braco Village in Jamaica.

Los Cabos, located on the Southern tip of the 1,000-mile long Baja Peninsula on the Pacific side of Mexico, is a very unique destination. Los Cabos is one of Mexico’s most intriguing, diverse and posh areas. With its dramatic desert backdrops, its numerous and various beaches, luxury resorts, spas, golf courses and first-class restaurants, Los Cabos is definitely a different way to discover Mexico.

Forget that it’s easy to get to, the super friendly locals or the low-key vibe tied to its mining history, 3oo days of sunshine and 300 inches should be reason enough to head to Copper Mountain in Colorado ski country. No? How about free cat skiing?

Egypt has one of the most important Greco-Roman and Judeo-Christian traditions in the world. This is evident for travellers who appreciate aesthetic sensibility and the historical archaeology that witnesses several stages, representing the symbol of the richness of cultural exchange and the articulation of people's identities.