11 Carnivals Around the World for 2026
Whether you call it the carnival, Mardi Gras or simply a fête, the approach of Lent brings with it a wonderful explosion of colour and exuberance. Travel Begins at 40…
Indigenous Wisdom in Canada and its Relationship with Wellness
Indigenous wisdom in Canada is deeply rooted in a connection to nature, community and spiritual well-being. Traditional practices such as healing ceremonies, storytelling and land-based practices offer valuable insights into…
Hairy Traveller tries Tim Hortons, Barrington Nova Scotia
Hairy Traveller has a real Canadian experience with his first Tim Hortons – coffee and donuts – in Barrington Nova Scotia…
Lucy the Lobster Groundhog Day Prediction 2025
Hairy Traveller Mark Bibby Jackson visits Cape Sable Island where Lucy the Lobster makes her prediction of whether there will be six more weeks of winter on Groundhog Day…
3 of the Best Pubs in Halifax Nova Scotia
Hairy Traveller visits three downtown Halifax pubs on his first trip to Nova Scotia (Canada)…
Celebrate Ottawa’s Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival
As summer begins its triumphant arrival and daylight stretches into the late evening, something truly special unfolds in the heart of Ottawa. The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival, taking place June…
7 Must-Do Winter Activities for Travellers in Ontario Canada
It’s not news that the winter season gets a lot of knocks from people who don’t like the cold, but embracing the drop in temperatures can be an exciting way…
Sociable Nova Scotia Road Trip from Liverpool to Halifax
Mark Bibby Jackson goes on a Nova Scotia road trip taking in UNESCO old town Lunenburg and Peggy’s Cove while discovering the amazing warmth of the locals even in the…
Muir Hotel Halifax Nova Scotia Review
I first heard of the Muir hotel Halifax Nova Scotia in Canada at a travel convention in London. I was so impressed by the presentation that I put it on…
Rolling with Lucy the Lobster in Nova Scotia Canada
Mark Bibby Jackson pays his first trip to Nova Scotia Canada to meet Lucy the Lobster and become a judge in the annual lobster roll competition. Southwest Nova Scotia is…
9 Festivals in February 2025 Around the World
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best festivals in February 2025 across the Globe, from Mongolia to Easter Island, so wherever you are you just can’t help celebrating the…
Winterlude 2026 Ottawa, Canada
Every February, Canada‘s Capital comes alive with the Ottawa Winterlude Festival. This magnificent event, held in the Ottawa region over the first three weekends of the month, draws an average…
Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl 2026
Have you heard? Nova Scotia’s South Shore is a year-round destination – spring, summer, autumn and most importantly, Lobster. Every February, they celebrate the peak of lobster season with the…
Celtic Colours International Festival 2025, Canada
Introduced in 1997, Celtic Colours has evolved into one of Canada‘s premier musical events and a cultural gem of Nova Scotia, presenting Cape Breton’s musical heritage to tens of thousands…
Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival 2025
Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival is an annual event, held in the charming town of Midland, Ontario. It is a celebration of Canada‘s favourite dessert – the butter tart. History…
Summerlicious Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Summerlicious Toronto is an annual festival and a foodie’s dream, offering prix-fixe menus at over 200 of Toronto’s most acclaimed restaurants. Indulge in three-course lunches and dinners…
Stratford Festival Canada 2025
Prepare to be enchanted by world-class theatre at the Stratford Festival Ontario Canada. This renowned theatre festival celebrates the works of William Shakespeare alongside a vibrant mix…
Festival de la Poutine (Poutine Festival) Canada
Calling all cheese curd and gravy enthusiasts! Poutine, the iconic Canadian dish of French fries, cheese curds, gravy and increasingly other choice ingredients, is celebrated across the country with vibrant…
Where to Go in May 2023
Images from packed airports demonstrate the desire to wander has lost none of its lustre during the last couple of years. If you are looking to go on holiday next…
Kissing the Cod in a Newfoundland Screech-In
James Clark becomes an Honorary Newfoundlander by joining in the Screech-In ritual in the capital St John’s. After devouring cod, chips, and gravy at a traditional Newfoundland kitchen party, it…
Toronto City Break: From Beach to Baseball
Jonathan Hiltz takes provides you with some ideas for a Toronto city break, from shopping to catching a game, eating the great streetfood and discovering hip areas. The City of…
Fun Things To Do With Your Family In Toronto, Canada
Toronto is a great city for people of all ages. It would not be wrong to say that it’s one of the best cities to visit with your family. You…
Atlantic Canada Voices IV: Trout Point Lodge
We conclude our series of Atlantic Canada Voices by chatting with Patrick and Pamela Wallace, owners of the multi-award winning luxury wilderness resort and hotel Trout Point Lodge, Nova Scotia…
Gary Schneider : Macphail Woods, Prince Edward Island
Continuing our Series of Atlantic Canada Voices, Mark Bibby Jackson chats with Gary Schneider founder of the Macphail Woods Ecological Forestry Project in Prince Edward Island, Canada. For you, what…
