SINGAPORE – There’s plenty of flash in this island state at the southern tip of Malaysia; designer shops such as Gucci and Prada on dazzling Orchard Road, wondrous buildings by world-renowned architects, and the biggest names in luxury hotels. But the things that struck me on his most recent visit with Air Canada – my second time in Singapore – were the old neighbourhoods, the greenery and the food. I don’t know that I’ve been to any other destination that puts so much emphasis on recipes and finding the perfect restaurant. And not just the places looking for star ratings Read more
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VANCOUVER – This is one of the world’s favourite cities, a perennial list-topper with gorgeous scenery, fantastic food and a wealth of great things to do. Here are a few favourites. STANLEY PARK This is Canada’s top urban park, and one of the best in the world. Nestled at the northwest tip of downtown, the park bulges out into the Burrard Inlet like a giant green thumb. You’ll find centuries-old, sweet-smelling cedars, towering firs and deep, dark forests. There’s an 8.8 km long walking and cycling path around the perimeter, but you’ll miss the essence of the park if you Read more
SINGAPORE – Funny thing about travel. Some places you build up and build up in your mind, and then when you go you feel like Norm walking into Cheers and finding the taps have run dry. Other times, you’re not quite sure what to expect and end up getting bowled over by a place. The latter was how I felt about my recent trip to Singapore. I knew it was a small state with new, tall buildings and a Formula One race and the Raffles Hotel (home of the Singapore Sling). I knew you can’t chew gum and that there Read more
