An unexpected journey – Vancouver Island
There’s an ancient saying, “When a bald eagle flies across your path, followed by two seagulls, you will undertake an unexpected journey.”
A change of view – Vancouver Island
We are off to Vancouver Island, or just “the island” in local-speak, today.
Sending off in style – Canada
How do you amuse your Aussie friends on the last day before you send them on their way? Don’t stress, there’s no right answer to this question.
Let’s Go Back Eh? – Seattle
It’s a beautiful grey morning in Seattle. Our guide Gentry told us yesterday that Seattle has more than 200 overcast days each year. Today is no exception.
The Eye of the Needle – Seattle
Unlike the Eiffel Tower, the Space Needle in Seattle can’t be seen from every hotel balcony.
Where to go? – Canada
I hate asking for directions, which is probably one of the reasons why I’m feeling pleased with my gradually expanding ability to find my way around Surrey.
Everybody wins – Canada
I hate haircuts. It always seems like I’m wasting time on something that will just get messy again anyway. Strangely enough, I actually like mowing lawns, trimming gardens and clearing out storage areas
You call That customer service? – Canada
I love the way almost all salespeople in Canada interact with customers. At times I wonder if there is a secret competition with fabulous prizes for the person who performs the most amazing feat of helpfulness (hey – the spell checker reckons that’s really a word!)
Trading Up – Canada
Swapping things is a kind of national pastime here in Canada. Tired of your old cell phone? No problem, contracts are month by month so it’s easy to swap and get that shiny new model. Don’t like your old stuff? Easy, just list it on Craig’s List and it’s gone
Canada Day
July 1 is Canada Day. It’s the day when Canadians proudly celebrate their special identity. It’s also the day when half of Vancouver drives to the US to shop.
LamondG 