Gray Line New York’s Winter Wonderland

Whether you’re a first timer in New York or a regular, as a native I can attest that the city is always most lively and fun during the holiday season. My favorite mode of transportation year-round is the bus because you don’t have to deal with the masses in the … Read more

Napa Restaurant Week

This January, Napa Valley will be surprising us with much more than its world-renowned wine. As it gets ready for its second annual restaurant month, Napa Valley is rolling out the red carpet in preparation to treat us to their best. They’ve got Michelin stars and super attractive lodging packages … Read more

Flavors of Florida’s Historic Coast

If the end of the summer marks the end of beach and bikini dieting, fall is the season to ramp up your carbs and dive into the pasta. For the full month of October on Florida’s Historic Coast, home to 42 miles of unspoiled Atlantic beaches and St. Augustine, the … Read more

Le Grand Lodge & Chez Borivage

*With contributions by Sallie Wolcott If you’re looking for adventure, take a drive to Mont Tremblant (the trembling mountain), and queue up for some of the most pow(d)erful slopes in the world. It’s less than two hours by car from Montreal and you can’t beat the scenery. With three snow … Read more

Celebrity Chef Match — Two New Restaurants in Montréal

  Extra! Extra! This just in! Celebrity chefs and restaurateurs Gordon Ramsay and Daniel Boulud both have their eyes on Montréal. Gordon Ramsay revamped a 1936 family restaurant, previously Rotisserie Laurier BBQ, now Laurier Gordon Ramsay. A fun challenge it must have been for Ramsay to upgrade this landmark restaurant, … Read more

Poutine–Everyone’s Favorite Dish in Québec

  Have you ever asked yourself what people around the world snack on? Often when I’m noshing on mac and cheese, or at the counter waiting to pay for bacon sliders, I find myself wondering what I’d be munching on if I were somewhere else. In Québec, I learned all … Read more

One Perfect Night

Are you planning a little romantic evening before the holiday season hits?   This fall don’t wait another minute before treating yourself and your loved one to the luxurious Le Grand Lodge’s special package: “Pleasure of the Senses”. A one night deal, this gift is perfect for spending that special night … Read more

Québecadabra

We’re all familiar with A Christmas Carol and for some it’s a tradition that the entire family enjoys every year. Why not try a new tradition in true Québec style? Inspired by Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, Québecadabra (Dec. 22-Jan. 4) is Québec City’s Christmas festival held city-wide. Québecadabra boasts … Read more