7 Reasons Why I Hate Las Vegas

by David Webb on January 24, 2012

Las Vegas Tourism

Las Vegas, Nevada — home to good times and great memories. Or is it…?

In This Las Vegas Article You Will Discover:

  • What’s Not Fun About Las Vegas
  • The People You’ll Meet in Sin City
  • Pitfalls To Watch Out For
  • And More!

Let me start by saying Las Vegas, Nevada, is home to wonderful restaurants, fun bars and lounges, amazing …

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Underwater in Mexico’s Sea of Cortez

by David Webb on January 4, 2012

Sea of Cortez

Special Photo Essay: A journey beneath the waves in Mexico’s beautiful Sea of Cortez

In This Photo Essay You Will Discover:

  • The beauty of the Sea of Cortez
  • Photos of fish
  • Photos of underwater life
  • And more!

Found between Mexico’s Baja Sur and the mainland, the Sea of Cortez is a gorgeous strip of deep-blue that divers travel from around …

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Photo Essay: Sunsets Around The World

by David Webb December 15, 2011

Sure, it’s a touch cliche… but I love sunsets. Who doesn’t?

In This Photo Essay You Will Discover:

  • Sunsets on the East Coast
  • Sunsets on the West Coast
  • Sunsets in the Southern Hemisphere
  • Sunsets in the Far North
  • And More!

A photographer friend once let me in on a photographic-world secret: most professionals have a special term for sunset images. …

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Photo Essay: Cemeteries of Boston

by David Webb December 5, 2011

Take a walk through American Revolutionary War history with a cemetery tour of Boston!

In This Boston Photo Essay You Will Discover:

  • The History of Boston
  • Important Graves in the City
  • And More!

Forget arts and architecture — cemeteries tell the story of the people who lived, worked and died in the city of Boston. And some of these people …

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Exploring Mexico’s El Arco de Cabo San Lucas — Land’s End

by David Webb November 22, 2011

The Baja’s signature landmark offers sightseeing, snorkeling and swimming galore — just watch out for dive-bombing pelicans.

In This Mexico Travel Article You Will Discover

  • How To Access Land’s End
  • Snorkeling Opportunities
  • Survival Guide for Lover’s & Divorce Beaches

Pelican bomb! Above me, as I snorkel offshore from the aptly named Pelican Beach, a 15-kilogram pelican tucks its wings to …

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Olympic Gold: Touring Washington’s Olympic Peninsula on a KLR650

by David Webb November 2, 2011

Sure, it’s home to the Twilight Saga, but the real beauty of Washington State’s Olympic Peninsula is the beaches, forests and for the motorcyclist — the road itself.

In This Article You Will Discover

  • The Best Beaches on the Olympic Peninsula
  • Where to Stop During Your Roadtrip
  • What’s So Special About Forks…
  • And More!

It’s a road of never-ending corners… …

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My 7 Links — Posts You May Not Know About

by David Webb October 20, 2011

Across and Abroad.com is finally joining in with the rest of the travel-blogosphere with a special list of 7 posts!

In This Travel Article You Will Discover:

  • My Most Beautiful Post
  • My Most Popular Post
  • My Most Controversial Post
  • And more!

It’s been almost two months since I was nominated by Dreamalittledream.ca to join in the fun and try to …

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Dawson City, Yukon — The Technicolor Time Machine

by David Webb October 10, 2011

Dawson City, Yukon, may just be Canada’s most unique town

In This Dawson City Article you Will Discover:

  • Why you Should Visit Dawson
  • What The Sourtoe Cocktail Is
  • And More!

Dusty and dirty, much about Dawson City is unchanged since the Gold Rush spawned this northern hamlet. There are still clay roads, which turn alternately to choking dust storms in …

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Montreal: 3 Tips To Know Before You Go

by David Webb September 26, 2011

Heading to la Belle Province? If you plan on making a stop in Montreal, Quebec, here are 3 great tips to make your stay the best it can be

In This Montreal Article You Will Discover:

  • French Language Survival Guide
  • The Best Way to See the City
  • How to Put A Smile on Locals’ Faces

Quebec is simply lovely. A …

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Video Post: Motorcycle Riding In Twilight Country

by David Webb September 12, 2011

Special Video Post: Ride along on a lap around the beautiful Olympic Peninsula in Washington State — home to beaches, rainforest and the Twilight phenomenon.

In This Video You Will Discover:

  • Washington’s Wonderful Beaches
  • Twilight Tourism in Forks
  • Awesome Motorcycle Roads
  • And More!

Twilight. Vampires. Robert Pattinson. Taylor Lautner. Bella. Edward. Jacob. Forks, Washington. There, that ought to help my …

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The Best Restaurants in Edmonton, Alberta

by David Webb August 29, 2011

Dining Out In Edmonton — check out this Top 10 List of Edmonton restaurants usually reserved for locals:

In This Restaurant Article You Will Discover:

  • Where to Have a Great Cinnamon Bun
  • Canada’s Best Cup of Coffee
  • Asian Fusion At Its Finest
  • And More!

Edmonton is Alberta’s gateway to the north and is full of visitors all year round, whether they …

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Dubai Holidays: Diving in Dubai

by David Webb August 23, 2011

Dubai Holidays – Diving in Dubai

Deep Sea Dubai

Diving is just one of the many activities you can take part in during a holiday to Dubai and in doing so you will be able to see fantastic marine wildlife and amazing underwater scenery.

The waters off the Arabian Gulf are home to a range of brilliant diving sites and …

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Fernie, British Columbia – The Ultimate Outdoor Recreation Hot Spot?

by David Webb August 15, 2011

Fernie, British Columbia, is the Rocky Mountains’ outdoor recreation hot spot.

In This Article You Will Discover

  • Fly Fishing Opportunities in Fernie
  • Outdoor Recreation in Fernie
  • How to Own a Piece of Fernie

Bold and beautiful, China Wall looms above the Wigwam River, just outside Fernie, British Columbia, like the monolithic watchman of the Elk River Valley.

It’s midsummer, and …

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Pedal Power on Montreal

by David Webb July 25, 2011

A grab-and-go bicycle tour of Montreal, Quebec, is the best way to see the city

In This Montreal Tourism Article You Will Discover:

  • How To Best Get Around Montreal
  • The Nature of The Bixi Bike
  • Top Spots To Visit

A short, unexpected summer shower washes sweat from the brows of Montrealers reeling from 30-degrees-plus temperatures and 60 per cent humidity. …

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5 All-Canadian Sports To Try This Summer

by David Webb July 18, 2011

Looking for a new way to take advantage of the summer weather in Canada? Read on:

In This Sports & Recreation Article You Will Discover:

  • Top Recreation Spots in Canada
  • Unknown Gems To Check Out
  • How, Where & Why For Top Activities
  • And More!

Canadians love to take advantage of their all-too-short summer. Getting outside in summer is our unofficial …

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5 Fishing Hot Spots in BC & Alberta

by David Webb July 11, 2011

The dog days are here — and there’s no better way to pass a day than wetting a line at one of BC and Alberta’s world-class fishing hot spots:

In This Fishing Article You Will Discover:

  • Awesome Alpine Lakes
  • Fast-Action Salmon Fishing
  • Canada’s “Little Patagonia”
  • And More!

1. Alta Lake (Whistler, BC)

Located practically right in the town of Whistler, …

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Summer Roadtrips Part 3: British Columbia/Yukon’s Alaska Highway

by David Webb July 4, 2011

Looking for a great summer roadtrip in The Yukon-British Columbia? Here’s Part 3 of my three-part series on Great Summer Roadtrips - The Alaska Highway (Hwy 1 – Partial)

In This Roadtrip Article You Will Discover:

  • Directions for the North-South Canadian Alaska Highway
  • Sights to See Along the Way
  • Travel Advice & Stops to Make
  • And More

The Alaska Highway (Highway …

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Summer Roadtrips Part 2: The Yukon Territory’s North Klondike Highway

by David Webb June 27, 2011

Looking for a great summer roadtrip in The Yukon? Here’s Part 2 of my three-part series on Great Summer Roadtrips - The North Klondike Highway (Hwy 2)

In This Roadtrip Article You Will Discover:

  • Directions for the North Klondike Highway
  • Sights to See Along the Way
  • Travel Advice & Stops to Make
  • And More

The North Klondike Highway (Hwy 2)

Start …

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Summer Roadtrips Part 1: British Columbia’s Stewart-Cassiar Highway

by David Webb June 20, 2011

Looking for a great summer roadtrip in British Columbia? Here’s Part 1 of my three-part series on Great Summer Roadtrips - The Stewart-Cassiar Highway (Hwy 37)

In This Roadtrip Article You Will Discover:

  • Directions for the Stewart-Cassiar Highway
  • Sights to See Along the Way
  • Travel Advice & Stops to Make
  • And More

The Stewart-Cassiar Highway (Hwy 37)

Start Point: Kitwanga, BC…

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4 Things I Learned at TBEX 11

by David Webb June 13, 2011

TBEX ’11 — the annual convention of all things travel blog — took place in Vancouver, British Columbia, last weekend. If you weren’t able to make it, here is my rundown:

In This Travel Blog Article You Will Discover:

  • Top Points At TBEX ‘11
  • Whether You Should Attend TBEX ‘12
  • And More!

Kim Mance’s TBEX is quite the event. Held …

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