Initially, I took my desire to walk in Cohen’s footsteps quite literally. Yet my few days on Hydra showed me that the true legacy of Leonard Cohen, and the other artists who have lived on or frequented this island, wasn’t just contained within its buildings or labyrinthine paths. On the contrary, there is a long legacy of creativity on Hydra.
Healing and wellness in Antigua and Barbuda
This may be a small nation but it affords big opportunities — to enjoy the healing powers of its seas, to navigate its trails across mountains and hills and into caves, to bask on its white and pink sand beaches, and be fortified by its delicious local cuisine.
BOTH OFFBEAT AND OFF-THE-BEATEN PATH, THIS JAMAICA HOTEL IS A BIT JIMI HENDRIX, A BIT ANTONI GAUDI
Jakes Hotel is in a corner of Jamaica populated by cacti and acacia, black sand bays, rugged coastline and savannahs. To get there, you’ll navigate narrow winding roads en route to the south coast, an area of the island almost devoid of any other resorts.
Barbados: A Luxury Island for Every Budget
The interior of Barbados is very green, and the road underfoot is bumpy and twists. We pass a woman sitting curbside selling bananas out of the lid of a styrofoam box and children dressed in uniforms with satchels on their backs.
Newfoundland from east to west: 5 reasons you need to visit “the Rock”
I’ve always been curious about this triangle-shaped island on the far east of Canada known as Newfoundland.
Island Duality: Middle Caicos and Provo – Exploring Turks & Caicos Two Ways
This place is about pure white sand, clear turquoise waters and a bright blue sky.
Southern Getaway: 5 Reasons to Visit Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Many people equate Hilton Head with golfing, but this South Carolina island is about far more than swinging a club.
Magdalen Islands
When I was booking my flight to the Magdalen Islands, my travel agent told me I should be at the airport 2.5 hours early because she thought I was taking an international flight—from Toronto. As I was soon to learn, many people are unfamiliar with this beautiful part of Quebec,
Four Islands for a Destination Wedding
Featured in West Jet Magazine, February 2017 Get hitched in Antigua, Turks and Caicos, Maui or on Florida’s Amelia Island FEBRUARY 8, 2017 – BY DIANA BALLON There’s an allure to getting hitched on an island. What could be more romantic than saying “I do” in a secluded, seaside ceremony? If an island wedding is your Continue Reading
Four Spots for an Island Honeymoon
Once the flurry of engagement parties, rehearsal dinners and wedding activities is over, it’s time for the honeymoon. Here are four romantic island destinations to fit the needs and preferences of newlywed couples.