Mardi Gras is drawing nearer, and if you’re planning to attend one of the biggest celebrations in the world, you’ll want to be prepared to make the most out of your trip to New Orleans. But when it comes time to make these plans, do you want to party like a tourist? Or do you want to experience it like a ... [read more]
10 New Orleans Festivals to Add to Your Bucket List
Many people assume festival season begins and ends with Mardi Gras, but in New Orleans, festivals go all year around. Here are the 10 festivals you must add to your bucket list. 1. Jazz and Heritage Festival When? April 22 - May 1, 2016 Where? The Fair Grounds Cost? Single day advanced $58, at the gate ... [read more]
The Top 5 Things to Do in Toronto this Civic Holiday Weekend
When winters can be as treacherous as the frigid season found in Canada, you learn to make the most of the short but beautiful summer months. The Canadian Civic Holiday weekend is known by many names: Regatta Day (Newfoundland), Heritage Day (Alberta), and Simcoe Day (Toronto) to mention a few. But regardless ... [read more]