Kingsmere Lake is a large, clean and quiet lake in Prince Albert National Park. While Waskesiu Lake offers a full service townsite, beach, golf and a myriad of terrific cheesesticks,…
Dean Johnston
Dean Johnston
Dean Johnston is the author of three travel books, Behind the Albergue Door, Random Acts of Travel, France 2016, and the recently published Roam: The 9 Greatest Trips on Earth. Read all about his travels at routinelynomadic.com.
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As you may have noticed, this summer is shaping up to look a bit different than usual. Considering pandemic concerns, travel restrictions and limited tourism opportunities, many people are going…
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In mid-March, when all the coronavirus chaos really hit the fan publicly, we were in the midst of a 10-day hike down the Atlantic coast of Portugal. In a matter…
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A lot has changed in our lives over the past few months and, unfortunately, not all of it is going back to normal when the spread of COVID-19 eventually slows…
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Not every trip needs to involve a long flight, a troublesome time change and taxi drivers who can take advantage of you in a language you don’t speak. No, as…
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Once considered merely an optional travel luxury, smart phones have become an essential tool for any trip. Even if you prefer to “disconnect” while on vacation, there is no denying…
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One of the four original imperial cities of Morocco, Marrakesh holds a special place in the hearts of Moroccans and tourists alike. The official capital of its region and unofficial…
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A little advice never hurts. Unless it’s bad advice, of course. But I wouldn’t do that to you. First off, I understand that every trip is different and every person…
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“What is that smell?” you ask, wrinkling your nose up in disgust. “Ah, the sweet smell of buffalo blood. It means we’re getting close”, replied our guide rather ominously. Close,…
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So, you’ve probably heard by now, but China has this wall and, typically Chinese, it is really big. We’re talking long enough to stretch from here to Istanbul. Not big…