Rossana Wyatt

Earth Day, and looking towards sustainable travel

Earth Day Today is Earth Day, a day where we honor the achievements that have been made to raise the awareness of protecting our planet through restoring ecosystems; as well as the importance of creating a more sustainable environment. It is also…

My new normal, how I’ll be traveling post COVID

We are certainly living in different times; my new normal is not what I had envisioned a while ago… I had to think about things differently once plans involved a fair bit of travel this fall. Pre Pandemic Travel The last time I traveled was February…

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Celebrates 100 Years

PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO CELEBRATES 100 YEARS by Rossana Wyatt Travel and gluten-free lifestyle writer Rossana Wyatt talks about her adventures in beautiful resort destination of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, on Big Blend Radio. Nestled between the Sierra…

Adventures in the Outer Banks; a history and spirits discovery

Outer Banks, an incredible impact on history Most people I know enjoy the convenience of flying, but I bet many don’t often think about all the experimentation and hard work that went into something that is so much a part of our everyday world. I…

Puerto Vallarta celebrates 100 years!

The city of Puerto Vallarta celebrates 100 years this year! I have been fortunate to visit Puerto Vallarta several times over the past few years; each time, I discover more and more about this magical place. From beautiful beaches with deep…

Getting a good cup of coffee while traveling with the Pascal Press Brewing System

Pascal Press Brewing System Everyone likes a good cup of coffee. If you are anything like me, even when you travel you like to have a good cup of coffee first thing in the morning just after getting up…. I am not really a fan of the in-room brewers,…

Accommodation in Las Vegas for 50 USD? Hotwire makes a luxury getaway a reality for many this holiday season!

A million dollar sale can get you accommodation in Las Vegas for 50 USD! Have you been wanting to get away from some of the holiday stress? Or thinking of a quick getaway after Christmas day fever? Or just wanted to visit Las Vegas? Hotwire just…

Celebrating Dia de Los Muertos in Puerto Vallarta

Dia De Los Muertos in Puerto Vallarta Visiting Puerto Vallarta near the end of October as they lead up to Dia de Los Muertos celebrations, is quite different from our Halloween traditions in North America. Unlike Halloween when death is something to…

Outaouais, A Great Area For A Quick Getaway.

Why plan a quick getaway to Outaouais? The Outaouais area is the portal to Western Quebec across the river from the Capital of Ottawa. It encompasses a region that includes Gatineau, Aylmer, and Hull along with several National Parks. It is a short…

Vancouver, a city that should be on your list to visit.

Vancouver and all it has to offer As the plane descends into the Vancouver International Airport, I am fortunate to catch a glimpse of the mountains and the coastal waters. Vancouver and most of BC is dotted with mountains and picturesque landscapes…

Learn more about AlarmForce and how they can protect you.

I want to learn more about AlarmForce and how it can protect my home especially when I travel, whether with or without my family. Right now, when we are going to be out of the house traveling together, we always have someone take care of the house. I…

Summer in Tremblant, not just a winter destination.

Why summer in Tremblant? Mont Tremblant sits amidst the Laurentian mountains in Quebec; just a short hour and a half from either Ottawa or Montreal. At an elevation of 2871 ft., it is known as a spectacular winter playground. But let me tell you….…

Puerto Vallarta’s Beaches

*Disclosure: I participated in a sponsored campaign hosted by Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board and I received compensation for this post, however, all opinions expressed are my own. The magic of Puerto Vallarta’s Beaches…. Finding a destination that…

A History Lover’s Paradise

Virginia may be for lovers, but if you are a history buff, you will love Richmond. Discover the top cultural and historical attractions in this vibrant city. Image via Flickr by Walid’s Pics Located along the James River, Richmond, Virginia, was an…

Favourite Canadian destinations from travel writers around the world.

Canada, Always a Favourite Canada is an incredible, culturally diverse, and beautiful country, it is hard to have one Canadian favourite. As a proud Canadian, I am excited as this year unfolds… Canada celebrates its 150th year on July 1st and there…

Road trip checklist

Road trip checklist Road trip time… summer is just around the corner, the kids will be out of school soon and it is the time we all start planning out what adventures we will be taking this summer. Holiday trips comes with many different modes of…

Making The Most Of Winter In New South Wales | Winter Getaways

Winter In New South Wales Guest Post by Olivia Bourke Hunter Valley Vineyards Image credit Thinkrorbot You don’t need to go overseas, or even outside the state to have a great time. Explore each nook and cranny of your own region before going…

Library Hotel, perfect location in NYC

Library Hotel, perfect location in NYC NYC is one of my favourite spots to visit, I love the energy of the city … but, at the end of a long day, it is nice to come back to a relaxing and calming venue to get away from all the bright lights and…

Gluten free Shepherd’s pie

Shepherd’s pie, a little bit of Irish fare… Our family eats a lot of meat; so it is natural for us to gravitate to some meat based meals as comfort foods. Shepherds pie is no exception- I love that it is one meal in a dish and my family also happens…

Quito, exploring its cuisine. #TRAVEL

Ancient Capital Of Quito. Ecuador’s ancient capital Quito, sits high in the Andean foothills. The World Travel Awards declared it a leading Tourist Destination in South America in 2013, 2014 and 2016. Quito draws travelers from all over to experience…