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Le Marche, Italy
A Voyage of Discovery

Published in the Winter 2008-09 Issue of Canadian World Traveller
By Greg James

Like so many other seasoned travellers, I had never heard about Le Marche (pronounced Lay MAR-kay), yet this breathtakingly beautiful region of Italy was about to sweep me away. The region boasts historic hilltop towns, wonderful gastronomy, world-famous wines and a wealth of art and architectural treasures. Its luxurious country villas set in picturesque rolling landscapes add immeasurably to the region's many charms. Most of all, Le Marche's warm and truly hospitable people mark it as one of the most desirable travel destinations in Italy and indeed, in the entire world! (More)

England
Landmarks, History & Pageantry

Published in the Winter 2008-09 Issue of Canadian World Traveller
By Michael Morcos

By a happy coincidence, we started our visit of Merry Old England on the very same day as the 'trooping the colour' ceremony, an annual event filled with pomp and circumstance held in London to celebrate Queen Elizabeth's official birthday.  "Dear, we have to hurry," my wife urged. I replied, "She will just have to wait for us." We both chuckled and with not a moment to spare, make our way to the parade grounds to take part in an event that is nothing short of true British pageantry at its absolutely glorious best! (More)

Czech Republic
A Bohemian Rhapsody

Published in the Winter 2008-09 Issue of Canadian World Traveller
By Greg James

On my arrival at Prague's International Airport, I took a taxi to my hotel. As we got on the way, the driver asked me where I was from. The instant I replied "Canada," his eyes lit up! He knew right there and then that we had something in common. Hockey! The Czechs are just as mad about hockey as Canadians are. I found it amusing that I had brushed up on my knowledge of the Czech capital and the historic Southern Bohemian towns I would visit, whilst instead, I should have been reading the sports pages! (More)

Germany
Three cities, three different Germanys

Published in the Winter 2008-09 Issue of Canadian World Traveller
By Michael Morcos

Three different German cities and three different atmospheres. At times, they almost seemed like three different countries! This was my first return trip to Germany after some twenty-five years. I would revisit Berlin to find a transformed city and also tour the harbour city of Hamburg and the charming Baltic Sea town of Lübeck for the very first time. The distance between the three is short but their characters are far from the same. Berlin had a more stately air while Hamburg was anything but, while Lübeck was totally laid back. (More)

Niagara-on-the-Lake
A Memorable Carriage Ride

Published in the Winter 2008-09 Issue of Canadian World Traveller
By Mike Keenan

During her Golden Jubilee, I watched the Queen leave Buckingham Palace, transported inside an ornate gilded carriage, waving to thousands of cheering loyal subjects. However, it's a much different view from where I sit, perched beside Robert, my driver, facing the formidable rump of Jackie, a frisky, part-Clydesdale mare, who transports tourists in a much simpler coach. This is how I begun my leisurely old-fashioned tour of the picture-perfect historic Southern Ontario town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. (More)

Making Tracks to
Whistler, BC

Published in the Winter 2008-09 Issue of Canadian World Traveller
By Jane Cassie

Whistler is the place for making tracks in pure-white virgin snow and though we don't plan on cruising down its peaks during this spring visit, we do manage to "make tracks" in another wonderful way - by getting there and back on The Whistler Mountaineer. Vancouver and Whistler will host the 2010 Olympic Winter Games next February but for those who want to preview the sites of the Games, or for others who would simply prefer to visit during more balmy weather, this scenic train ride is the only way to go! (More)

Shanghai
China’s New Rising World Star

Published in the Winter 2008-09 Issue of Canadian World Traveller
By Michael Morcos

My view of Shanghai could not be any clearer. There it was, like a glossy postcard. But it was all real and larger than life! Now that morning had broken, I awoke to the breathtaking sight of this up-and-coming world-class city. My first real glimpse of Shanghai would prove to be an eye-opener. For miles around, there was nothing but sky-high buildings. The skyline of Manhattan is impressive and so is that of Hong Kong, but Shanghai's, as I now was discovering, is as spectacular as seeing a shooting star! (More)

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