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Our Adventures

Spanky's Ladder

Beginner's Guide to Spanky's Ladder

Spanky's Ladder (Garnet, Diamond, Ruby and Saphire Bowls) is our favorite area on Whistler-Blackcomb for advanced terrain, especially on powder

Tofino

Tofino 2020

We had heard about Tofino for years and admittedly felt guilty that we hadn't been there yet as Canadians that

Whistler Peak

Whistler 2020

At the time we didn't know it but this was the last trip we took before the COVID-19 pandemic lock

London

London 2020

We both travel to London regularly for business so we try to add a couple of vacation days to a

Santorini Hotel View

Greece 2019

2019 was a milestone year for us as it was our 20th wedding anniversary that summer. To celebrate we picked

Machu Picchu

Peru 2018

Machu Picchu and the Inca trail was on our bucket list for years and in 2018 we finally ticked it

Morocco

Morocco 2015

Morocco is an incredible place which offered us a wide variety of experiences, both in terms of landscapes and culture.

Turkey

Turkey 2014

We call Turkey our first adventurous vacation where we got off the beaten path. Or at least journeyed to a

Paris/Chamonix

Paris/Chamonix 2013

Paris and Chamonix was our first trip abroad as a family. The time we spent in Chamonix eclipsed the wonders of Paris.

Travel Tips and Resources

Itinerary Building

Itinerary Building

We use Google Sheets to draft flexible itineraries containing dates, transportation, accommodations, and activities.

Packing Strategies

Packing Strategies

Our best packing tips and strategies accumulated through years of extensive business and leisure travel.