Travel with Casey at TPI

26/10/2023

What a great event! put on a great flight night! So knowledgeable and so fun!

16/10/2023

As it begins its descent into hibernation, the sleepy little town gave us the perfect post-harvest getaway.

1. Red Rock Canyon
2. Blakiston Falls
3. Trail to Bertha Falls
4. Bertha Lake
5. Looking towards the border
6. Fall colours at the trailhead
7. Glacier Suites
8. Homemade lunch at a closed cafe in Granum
9. Pit stop to break up the drive

05/08/2023

One week down, forever to go 🖤

📸: the one and only

06/05/2023

“The saddest and most moving price of rock in the world.” - Mark Twain

The Dying Lion of Lucerne.

04/04/2023

Already missing greenery and colour. Where is spring?!

02/04/2023

The Canadian War Memorials.

How does one reconcile the beauty of what we see today, with the harsh reality of loss and devastation that took place here?

These beaches saw boys and men gunned down within seconds. Open targets from the enemies awaiting them on the cliffs above. And yet, they pushed on. They sacrificed themselves with the belief that they were fighting for something greater.

Walking these beaches, you don’t feel like you’re walking alone. You’re walking with each soldier that fought to allow you to be there. And for them, we must continue walking.

01/04/2023

Vimy Ridge.

This one deserves a permanent spot on the feed. Not in a reel, but in still form. And even that can’t capture the magnitude of this place.

Vimy Ridge.
Where our Canadian soldiers of WWI fought the Germans on the front lines.
Where the victory came at the cost of the lives of thousands of boys; boys, because many of them were the same age or younger than the teenagers we brought to witness this memorial.
Where the land is permanently scarred from shelling and bombing.
Can a picture capture and convey the magnitude of such a place? I don’t think so. But, I’ll capture it, and share it, so that maybe, we can learn and attempt to prevent it from happening again.

Vimy Ridge. May they rest in peace.

30/03/2023

Amsterdam- where you’ll likely be run over by a bicycle, and where cafes and coffee shops do not sell the same product.

28/03/2023

My third time in Berlin, and I’m still finding new things to marvel at.
“It’s always the small people who change things. It’s never the politicians or the big guys. I mean, who pulled down the Berlin Wall? It was all the people in the streets. The specialists didn’t have a clue the day before.” – Luc Besson

26/03/2023

Berlin. This city is so “alive” with history. From Prussia to the Cold War, everywhere you go it’s possible to stumble upon some significant relic. But I’d be remiss if I didn’t start with a visit to Sachsenhausen.

We were reminded that looking for logic in a concentration camp was futile. It’s easy to ask, “How could one human be so ruthless to another?”. “How could anyone lack so much empathy that they could watch this much suffering, let alone inflict it?” Or simply “Why?”. But, the logic of war does not compare to the logic of humanity.

While it is not easy to understand, we must attempt to preserve the dignity of those lost by choosing to acknowledge, remember, and educate ourselves and our youth, to prevent history from ever repeating itself. We are also reminded how easily history is rewritten, to support the desires of the writer, and thus, one must always seek the truth.

11/02/2023

Don’t you just love an old walled city?

17/01/2023

How amazing is this boutique hotel in Beaune, France?! Perfect t location, and perfect old town ambiance.

03/01/2023

While in Switzerland, we were fortunate to be hosted by family, who went above and beyond to make it a Christmas to remember. We caught up, we hugged, we were chauffeured, we were guided. But most of all, we were loved.

Casey shared a post on Instagram: "Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store; maybe Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more. 💫 While in Switzerland, we were fortunate to be hosted by family, who went above and beyond to make this a Christmas to remember. We caught up, we hugged, we were cha...

30/12/2022

✨These days I will remember ✨

Casey shared a post on Instagram: "✨ These are the good times ✨ We have such incredible friends and family in Switzerland, who welcomed us into their homes with open arms. These days bring the biggest smile to my face, and warm my heart. 🖤 ...

29/12/2022

After Paris, we hit the road into Switzerland. Our first stop: Grindelwald, the fairytale mountain town, where we were reminded why winter tires are important and we travelled by train to the top of Europe. Beautiful!

22/12/2022

More Paris Adventures! From the Eiffel Tower to Notre Dame. It is chilly, but wonderful!

21/12/2022

La vie est belle 🥂

21/12/2022

Happy Birthday to me! This year, we have planned the most epic celebration trip. Our first stop: Paris! We spent my birthday at the most lovely hotel, only steps away from the Eiffel Tower. How incredible is this place?!

19/07/2022

Feels good to be travelling again! Here with a friend playing in a World Series of Poker tournament, so while he plays, we play!

10/07/2021

This past weekend, I had the opportunity to visit St. Eugene’s Golf Resort in Cranbrook, BC. It is a beautiful hotel, with a lovely wedding venue, casino, and campsite.

For those of you who may not know, it is also an old Residential School. At first, this fact daunted me. However, St. Eugene’s did a great job of educating their guests about the history.

This school has been taken over by five indigenous communities, who have committed to taking something with a dark history and turning it into something positive and beautiful. The goal of St. Eugene’s is to showcase the indigenous heritage of the Ktunaxa people, and to provide economic stability for their community.

While visiting, we also had the opportunity to chat with Gordie- an incredibly friendly and knowledgeable man who had happened to attend the school. He was a wealth of information and had the most incredible memory! He filled us in on the history of the school, and provided us with an interesting, insightful perspective.

While he acknowledged that Residential Schools were terrible for many, many people, it was not for him. That he was able to leave his sadness and anger in the school to make something of himself. He wanted people to know not only of the struggles of his people, but that there were successes too. And this repurposing of St. Eugene’s is a success story for the Ktunaxa people.

As we traverse this new world of truth and reality coming to light, we must also acknowledge and support our indigenous communities. Visiting St. Eugene’s is one way we can do that.

16/11/2020

Adrian and I are both lovers of good food and drink, especially while travelling. We had such a hard time deciding where to eat, that we settled on a walking pub crawl to try everything!

Each restaurant followed capacity protocols, physical distancing measures, and sanitization practices. We felt welcome and safe everywhere we went.

It’s been a great way to spend November Break 2020!

15/11/2020

This time last year, we were travelling around Iceland. November break this year looks a little different. It’s a lot closer to home, and a bit more relaxing, but still looks pretty spectacular!

Banff has done a great job of following Covid protocols, while still allowing you to enjoy the atmosphere. If you’re itching for a getaway, I’d love to help!

22/10/2020

Calgary International Airport and the Coutts border crossing will be the first in Canada to replace mandatory 14-day quarantines for international travellers with rapid testing, the Alberta Government announced Thursday.

05/08/2020

Have you heard the stories about Alberta cars being targeted in B.C.?
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I’d like to provide you with a different story: we spent a week in B.C., from Kelowna to Sicamous, and were only greeted with welcome and kindness.
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Don’t let fear take over. We all have the knowledge and the tools to travel safely, to safe areas within our country. We are able to social distance and practice healthy habits, while still exploring and supporting local economies.
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Not only are hotels and restaurants offering increased health and safety measures, the tourism sector is also stepping up to the plate. Wineries and wine tour companies, spas, orchards, and popular sites are following social distancing guidelines and mask protocols.
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Still not sure? Try camping or boating! The perfect activities to maintain social distancing! If you’d like more info, or help planning a get away, send me a message!

03/08/2020

Today we are enjoying the wine and view at Larch Hills Winery. This vineyard is so great, we make it an annual stop!

01/08/2020

The great thing about staying at Sparkling Hill is it’s location! Easy access to Kelowna and Vernon means we are exploring Vernon today!

We have been welcomed by locals and are loving this BC vacay!

Looking for a family holiday? Romantic getaway? Girls trip? This is the perfect location!

I would love to give you advice and help you plan your Canadian holiday!

01/08/2020

We spent today getting pampered at Sparkling Hill! This resort is BEAUTIFUL! Infused with Swarovski crystal architecture, everything from the lobby to our room is luxurious.

We spent the majority of the day by the infinity pool, overlooking the lake, before enjoying a relaxing facial and massage in the Kurspa.

Message me for more info!

31/07/2020

Spending some time in beautiful British Columbia! It was the perfect day to check out the West Side Wine Trail, sipping on crisp cool whites and enjoying the air conditioned wineries!

What is your favourite thing to do in BC?

30/07/2020

First stop on our girls vacation: Upside Cidery!

Not only do they have great, organic ciders, Kate was super friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful!

14/07/2020

Because in the end, you won’t remember the time you spent working in the office or mowing the lawn. Climb that damn mountain. - Jack Kerouac
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Which mountain is on your bucket list?