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Three Perfect Days at Tierra Atacama

Three Perfect Days at Tierra Atacama

My idea of the perfect day – some form of exercise, a great meal or two, time to read, a glass of wine and a power nap in the afternoon. Bliss. Every day at the Tierra Atacama Hotel and Spa was a perfect day. We stayed at Tierra Atacama for three days and four nights [...]

February 15, 2011 / 5 Comments / Read More

Snowshoeing to the Ink Pots in Banff National Park

Snowshoeing to the Ink Pots in Banff National Park

Banff National Park is full of winter trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Last weekend we decided to start exploring and chose the 12 kilometer (return) snowshoe to the Ink Pots via Moose Meadows. Getting to the Ink Pots Trailhead You’ll find the trailhead a few kilometers east of Castle Junction along the Bow Valley [...]

February 25, 2011 / No Comment / Read More

Carpe Diem B&B – Helping You Seize the Day in Salta

Carpe Diem B&B – Helping You Seize the Day in Salta

Carpe Diem, a four bedroom bed and breakfast inn, located within easy walking distance of the bus station and the main square of Salta, is the perfect place to stay and use as a base for a few days. It has an unimposing front entrance off a busy street but don’t be alarmed. The B&B [...]

February 3, 2011 / 3 Comments / Read More

A Winter Drive Across the Canadian Rockies – Photos & Tips

A Winter Drive Across the Canadian Rockies – Photos & Tips

A few days ago John and I did yet another drive across the Canadian Rockies – though this time in the dead of winter. Luck was on our side – and it really needs to be to get over Coquihalla Pass and Rogers Pass safely. In snowy or blowy conditions the white knuckle death grip [...]

February 22, 2011 / 6 Comments / Read More
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