Muskoka, Canada – Cottage Country and then some

On July 9, 2020August 26, 2021 By markstraveljournalIn Canada, Muskoka, Ontario, Travel Photos, Vacations24 Comments

Muskoka, Canada - cottage country and then some. It's a few hours north of Toronto. It's beyond beautiful with more trees and lakes than you can imagine.

4 Tips For Skiing Over 50

On March 5, 2020December 1, 2025 By markstraveljournalIn Adventure Sports, Canada, Europe, Holidays, Skiing, Tourism, Travel, Travel Tips, United States, Vacations12 Comments

If you are well under 50, you may be thinking, “this has nothing to do with me,” but it will at some point. You will hit the magical age of 50. If you are indeed over 50, the fork in the road may be “you do ski” or “you would like to ski”. Either way, read on. Here are my 4 tips for skiing over 50...

How to Avoid Common Mistakes On The Mountain

On February 21, 2020December 1, 2025 By markstraveljournalIn Adventure Sports, Austria, British Columbia, Canada, Chile, Denver, Europe, Holidays, Idaho, Italy, Lake Tahoe, Norway, Ontario, Quebec City, roadtrip, Skiing, Switzerland, Tourism, Travel, Travel Etiquette, Travel Facts, Travel Tips, United States, Utah, Vacations, Vail, Vancouver14 Comments

As a ski patroller and veteran skier, I’ve seen more than my share of mistakes on the mountain. And there is a theme with common mistakes – not being prepared and/or not skiing smart. Here are some ways to avoid those common mistakes on the mountain...

The Charm of Old Quebec City

On February 12, 2020February 6, 2025 By markstraveljournalIn Business Travel, Canada, Food, History, Holidays, Hotel Review, Quebec City, Tourism, Travel, Travel Facts, Travel Photos, Travel Reviews, Travel Tips20 Comments

The charm of Old Quebec City never gets old. It’s a mix of history, architecture, heritage, art, and culture and is widely viewed as the home of French civilization in North America. Thankfully the old city is still there today. And it's a real treat...