Travel News: Costa Rica’s Nayara Springs Adds to its Awarding-Winning Resort
In 2014, we wrote a piece on the Spa at Nayara Springs and how dreamed of being pampered at the world-class boutique hotel, which opened in 2013. We still (sadly) haven’t visited the adults-only Nayara...
View Article7 Tips for Solo Women Travellers
Is one of your new year’s resolutions to take a trip on your own? Solo travel is a rewarding and challenging experience – but initially it can seem scary. Banish the negative and embrace the...
View ArticleWhy You Might Want to Try Oil Pulling
Several celebs –- like Gwyneth Paltrow and Divergent star, Shailene Woodley -– are swearing by oil pulling, an ancient Ayurvedic practice that is said to boost your oral and overall health. But what...
View ArticleEnter to win a brunch for two at L’Abattoir in Vancouver
Happy Friday! We’ve partnered with L’Abattoir, to offer Vancouverites the opportunity to win a delicious brunch for two at the popular French-inspired Gastown establishment. THE PRIZE Valued at $75,...
View ArticleThe Ultimate Cleansing Experience: The Cleansing Balm
This winter, treat your skin to the ultimate cleansing experience with a luxury beauty product: the cleansing balm. Formulated with essential oils, this solid makeup remover transforms into a liquid...
View ArticleSPUD Launches #LetsNotWaste Campaign
Did you know that Canadians waste $31,000,000,000 of food each year? It’s terrible, but we believe it. SPUD, the Vancouver-based, online local and organic grocery delivery service, wants us humans to...
View Article5 Valentine’s Day Date Ideas In Calgary
Dinner and some roses? Been there, done that! This Valentine’s day, think outside the (chocolate) box with these five date ideas in Calgary. 1. Unleash animal instincts Enchant your animal-loving...
View ArticleGet the Look: Natalie Portman’s beauty look from the ‘Jane Got A Gun’ New...
Last night, the New York premiere of Jane Got a Gun was held at Museum of Modern Art. The lead in the movie, Natalie Portman, looked spectacular in a Valentino dress and bold lip. Celebrity makeup...
View ArticleGet the Look: Jessica Paré’s beauty look from the 2016 SAG Awards
Calling all Mad Men fans! Did you see Jessica Paré at this year’s SAG Awards (Screen Actors Guild Awards)? They were held on Saturday night and she was a vision in her black KaufmanFranco gown. The...
View ArticleGet the Look: Christina Ricci’s sleek hairstyle from the 2016 SAG Awards
Christina Ricci was quite the blonde bombshell at the SAG Awards this past weekend, and we liked it. A lot! Sadly, the awards nominee (for the Lizzie Borden Chronicles) chose the wrong gown, and found...
View ArticleTRAVEL DEAL: Air Canada Vacations celebrates 35 years with special offers
Hey Canadians! Are you fed up with our winter weather? We sure are. Fancy flying off to a tropical paradise? Well, now is the time. To celebrate its 35th anniversary (what a milestone!), renowned...
View Article4 spots along Mesa’s ‘Fresh Foodie Trail’ you need to visit
You may have heard of Mesa as a popular destination for sun-seeking snowbirds, avid golfers, and baseball fans. But did you know that it’s also a foodie’s paradise? Agritourism is on the rise in...
View ArticleAdorable Pantene ‘Dad-do’ commercials show NFL players styling their young...
We LOVE Pantene‘s new “Dad-do” commercials that feature NFL dads, New Orleans Saints’ Benjamin Watson, Pittsburgh Steelers’ DeAngelo Williams and Dallas Cowboys’ Jason Witten, styling their young...
View ArticleEnter to win a $100 gift card for the Salt Tasting Room in Vancouver
Happy Friday! For this giveaway, we’ve partnered with the award-winning Salt Tasting Room. One lucky reader will win a $100 gift card to use at Gastown’s premier destination for wine, local...
View ArticleCalgary’s best comfort food spots
Save the salads for the springtime! Right now, we’re craving hearty meals with a side of old-school nostalgia. Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these are the Calgary eateries on our carbs,...
View Article10 tips to achieve a better sleep in 2016
We don’t get enough sleep, do you? Health Canada states that “sleep needs vary from person to person, and they change throughout one’s lifecycle. Most adults, including older adults, need 7 to 8 hours...
View ArticleGet Wine Savvy with Marquis Wine Cellars’ Wine Education Classes
Vancouver’s Marquis Wines Cellars is rolling out a new education series of tutored tastings beginning February 17. Hosted by sommelier Pamela Cohen, the classes will provide an intimate, fun and...
View ArticleTaste of Amour for Valentine’s Day at the Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel
We ADORE French cuisine; It is definitely our favourite food, and we’d eat it every day if we could. Imagine our delight, when we were invited to the heavenly Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel to experience...
View Article10 Last-minute gift ideas for your Valentine
Are you feeling all lovey-dovey as Valentine’s Day approaches? We are. Treat your sweetheart to a little token of your affection. For inspiration, here are 10 gift suggestions that will ensure romance...
View Article10 tips for first-time travellers to India
The exotic nation of India can be described so many ways: colourful, historic, fascinating, just as much as it can be overwhelming, chaotic and even a bit scary. From films like Wes Anderson’s The...
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