One of the best decisions that you can make is to take a road trip across Canada. For one thing, it is a great way to see just what this great country has to offer in terms of nature and landscapes. At the same time, being on the road ensures that an adventure is just … Continue reading A Guide To Taking A Road Trip Across Canada
In my last Silo travel column, I featured five of my favorite travel destinations in Ontario within 250 kilometres of Niagara. Here’s another five, but this time “on the other side of the ditch”. First, I’d suggest if you travel into the United States frequently like I do apply for a NEXUS pass (www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/prog/nexus). This … Continue reading Worthy Road Trips Part 2 New York State
Wildly changing oil prices are keeping us guessing on accurate fuel cost estimates so don’t forget to check the price of gasoline before you hit the road 😛 Infographic courtesy of our friends at car leasing made simple.
Within the past 12 years I have traveled to and written about over two hundred travel destinations, many within a few hours drive of Niagara. That said, I ‘m often asked what are my favorites. Well, I’ve finally taken the time to think back and jot them down. Before I begin, I should say that … Continue reading Five Summer Road Trips
An increasing number of Canadians can’t afford a house or find a decent-paying job. Some can’t find a date or are fed up with the bitter politics, while others are in search of adventure, are sick of the cold winters, or simply miss the feeling of ‘being home’. The solution they seek? Leave Canada. The … Continue reading Why Are More Canadians Moving Abroad?
Let’s get right to it! Here is the breakdown: You can find the full dataset here. Earning it the nickname ‘Canada’s Silicon Valley’, Kitchener, Ontario, is a technology powerhouse with numerous tech companies, start-ups, and research institutions. It achieved first place for broadband speed at 287 Mbps. Toronto follows closely behind, with 283 Mbps. As … Continue reading Lightning-fast Connectivity: The Fastest Broadband in Canada For Gamers
It is late and you are on your way home, but there is no open store to get something to eat – does this scenario sound familiar? Or it’s maybe early in the morning and you just pulled an all-nighter and you can hear your stomach making noises… Or you may be out in the … Continue reading Great Snacks To Take Everywhere
RESEARCH SHOWS 50% OF CHRISTMAS TV SHOWS IN THE UK WILL BE REPEATS Take note viewers of British television programming- Christmas Day will be the worst for TV repeats with 55% of programs having aired before. Last year a similar situation resulted in Christmas 2020 seeing a massive 460% increase in downloads of Marmalade Game … Continue reading ENDLESS CHRISTMAS RERUNS SPURS DIGITAL BOARDGAME DOWNLOADS IN UK
Wild Walk, or the “High Line of the Forest” is changing the way people experience and interact with nature, and is just another reason to travel to the revered Adirondack Mountains this summer. An elevated path that takes visitors up a winding trail of bridges and platforms from ground level to breathtaking treetops, Wild Walk … Continue reading New Way Of Experiencing New York Adirondack Mountains
I started out creating sound experiments while in high school, circa 1980 with circuit bent hardware and a cheap Casio keyboard. I then entered the working world and forgot all about making music. Fast forward 30+ years, and the itch to make experimental music overtook me again, but now technology had changed drastically. I no … Continue reading A Quest To Lost Arts In Chicago To Build My First Hyve Touch Synthesizer
Toronto, June, 2014 – Summer travel means quality time with family. New places, new experiences, and best of all, spending time with each other in a relaxed environment. Clek, the award-winning car seat company, offers the following tips for a fun and safe vacation: 1. Research your destination to ensure it is child friendly. Find … Continue reading Clek’s Tips For safe Family Travel this Summer include approved child restraint for flying
Did you know Regent Seven Seas Cruises, widely regarded as the epitome of luxury ocean travel, offers a real cruising jewel: Seven Seas Grandeur. A Heritage of Perfection. Described by Harry Sommer, President and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., as “breathtaking,” to which I can attest having sailed on the spectacular ship, … Continue reading New Regent Seven Seas Grandeur Ship Showcased Canada Fall Colours
The trees are almost bare and the evening arrives sooner each day. We all know what that means: It’s time to tuck away our classics into storage. Just when you thought you’d heard every suggestion and clever tip for properly storing your classic automobile, along comes another recommendation—or two, or three or twelve 😉 As … Continue reading Great Tips For Winter Storing Your Classic
