Kelowna, the third largest metropole in British Columbia is centrally located and a great home base for exploring the beautiful Okanagan Valley. The name Kelowna is adopted from the indigenous people and means “grizzly bear”. The hot Okanagan climate makes Kelowna ideal for outdoor fun, whether on the lake or in the surrounding hills. Pack your hiking boots and climb some […]

Venturing to Bella Coola, the little town at the end of the road is a journey like no other. The unique town can be reached by sea on a BC ferry vessel, skipping along the spectacular mountainous coastline of British Columbia, or by air cruising above and around the highest mountains in BC. I chose to drive 457 km on highway […]

Choosing a vehicle for road tripping is not the same experience for everyone. What kind of vehicle to buy depends on your expectations, on your way of travel, on your comfort level and on your bank account. With the huge selection of vehicles available the options are endless. I’m looking for a vehicle for long-term travel to replace my old […]

Do you rather live in a small country town and put up with small crap than committing to city life? I have experienced both, the anonymous lifestyle of big cities as well as the tightly knitted communities of small towns and rural communities in Canada. No matter what country you’re in, living in a small town and in a rural […]

Many of us have sold rural properties, some of us more than once; others may still try to sell. How long did it take you to sign the deal? Has it been years and you’re still waiting for the right buyer? Selling property out in the country is different from selling a house or condo in a city. Depending on […]

Many Canadian cities have a similar look when you first arrive, with the main road lined with motels, fast food joints and large Department Stores. Don’t let this put you off. The centre of Vernon may look bland, but you will discover special places which you will remember for a long time to come. The Vernon itinerary is packed with […]

For most of us, our Smartphone has become our constant companion and we can’t imagine life without it anymore. With a huge selection of travel apps available for everything we can think of it is challenging to pick the most useful apps for our trip. For this list, I picked 13 travel apps especially useful when touring Canada. In addition, check […]

This time, getting ready for the big change and life on the road is much tougher for me than ever before. I have to admit, it’s partly due to my age. As you grow older things seem to get more complicated. Not only do I worry about the road ahead of me, I also struggle with the getting ready process. […]