Author Archives: Globe Chatters

The COVID-19 Pandemic has more and more people looking for things to do a little closer to home. In addition, interest in adopting pets from shelters has peaked (yay!) due to many people having some extra spare time. Here are some ideas on where to explore with your buddy. Big Hill Springs Provincial Park BigContinue reading “Dog-Friendly Hikes & Parks Around Calgary”

Before I went to Jamaica I had heard the usual warning; go directly to the resort, and don’t leave the property until your transfer to the airport. However, most people go to Jamaica to experience the wonderful culture, numerous excursions and cuisine, and they continuously implement improvements to make it safe for visitors. Of course,Continue reading “Jamaica: One Love, Three Regions”

The stunning beauty of all three of these islands will immediately take your breath away the minute you land.  Welcome to the gems of southeast Thailand, where many travel and few forget to leave. Koh Tao As I’m sure you may have heard, Koh Tao is dubbed the dive capital of Thailand.  Tao means TurtleContinue reading “Southeast Islands of Thailand: Koh Tao, Koh Samui + Koh Phangan”

If you’re new to backpacking, going on an extended vacation on a budget, or are experienced and want some new product info to make your life easier, this is for you.  If I could turn back time to my first ever back-packing trip and integrate these items, I would – so I wanted to createContinue reading “10 Backpacking Must-Haves”

“Slow doooowwwnn giirrll” a local Belizian calls out while I speed-walk my way along the beach road to the fresh smoothie shop on the island.  We were already running late for our scuba certification course with Frenchie’s Diving; little did we know Caye Caulker seems to have invented Island Time, and that two minutes late isContinue reading “Un-Belize-Able”

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