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 …
