The Festival That Is Montreal

A trip to Montreal is always special. It's the "Joie de vivre"- the cheerful enjoyment of life. The food and beverage is somehow better (even at a chain restaurant). Every activity seems exciting. A simple dinner feels like a party. A celebration of food, drink and friends. Just like a festival...

Hello Sir Richard

My Virgin InvitationI receive an e-mail invite to attend a reception for Virgin Airlines in Toronto at the Thompson Hotel. A few days later, someone in sales calls and wants to know if I will be attending. “Will Richard Branson be attending?” I asked. “As a matter of fact, he will be” was the response. …

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The Amsterdam Series (Part 4) – The Canals

Amsterdam is sometimes referred to as the "Venice of the North". The canals of Amsterdam date back to the 17th century and the "Golden Age" of the Netherlands. There’s more to the canals than meets the eye...