I’ve long been interested in African culture, particularly the art scene. My free time in Accra was limited, as the main purpose of my visit was to meet family. Nonetheless, I managed to get a great taste of Ghanaian art. Here are three great spots to check out if you’re in town. Artists Alliance Gallery
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Before researching my trip to Bangkok, I expected the hotels to represent the culture, or what I knew about it. I expected to see properties that were lively and colourful, like the photos I’ve seen of the country and (don’t laugh) Thai restaurants I’ve been to. In my research, that was the exception and not the rule.
Finding the right accommodations is important to me because a well-designed or well-situated hotel greatly enhances my experience of a place. My three factors for consideration are: design, location, and value, though not necessarily in that order.
Hotel review: Phranakorn-Nornlen, Bangkok, Thailand Read More »
I feel like there is a collective ability in Japan to transform ordinary moments into special ones. Everywhere I went I could feel that care had been taken in making every decision, and that craft and attention to detail had been essential in every act of making. Today I want to share a few of
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What makes a great neighbourhood? For me it’s walkability, green spaces, and cafes. (Maybe that’s not the complete list, but those 3 are certainly critical – more on this in a future article.)
I’ve travelled quite a bit and experienced quite a variety of spaces. I’ve moved a lot too, and each time it’s been important to get out and explore my neighbourhood: find the daily essentials and build a routine. For me this usually means a cafe to perch at and a park for my dogs. I got lucky with my current home, my neighbourhood (Leslieville, Toronto) is brimming with beautiful parks and yards, and absolutely overflowing with cafes. I’ve made a point to visit them all, but there is one that stands apart from the rest.
Case Study: Cafe & Garden Centre Read More »
One of the things I love about travel is the transportation experience. Every city does transportation differently, from the types of vehicles in use, to the public transport network, and the roadway planning itself. Understanding these elements paints the picture of the daily life and commute of residents. While we were in Ghana we visited
Trotros and opportunity in Ghana Read More »
Do you ever wonder what surprises lay outside your comfort zone? My favourite thing to do in life is to get lost in a place where I don’t speak the language. Removing my comprehension of language heightens my other senses and focuses my attention on the scene in front of me, where I am free
An introduction to Miss JetSetGo Read More »
