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Journey to Alcatraz Island: A Walk Through History and Legacy ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
With its towering prison structures, haunting history, and sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay Area, Alcatraz Island has long been a symbol of mystery, fear, and intrigue. Once home to America’s most notorious criminals, this storied island now stands as a monument to a complex past. My recent visit to the emblematic location was an unforgettable experience, filled with profound reflections and new insights into its rich history, from its days as a federal penitentiary to its significance in the fight for Indigenous rights.
Fun 4-Day Baja Carnival Cruise ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
A short cruise can be a lot of fun – and can actually seem like you’ve been away longer and gone farther than you really have - as Anne and her sister Vera discover on their fun 4-day Baja Carnival Cruise. This roundtrip cruise took them from Los Angeles to Catalina Island, Ensenada Mexico, and back again.
Galicia, Spain : Walkers, Witches and Houses of Worship ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Galicia, Spain - where Celtic mysticism meets Christian faith, and those walking the caminos find themselves indulging in luxury, historic stays and Michelin star cuisine. Join Liz Campbell in exploring this unique and very appealing European city.
Juneteenth - Celebrating Freedom ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Pamela writes about her experience taking part in the Juneteenth celebration in San Francisco, California, as a proud Black woman. Juneteenth celebrations commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States of America.
Maui By Bus – For FREE!! ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
What if we told you that you could travel all around Maui by bus for FREE? Sound too good to be true? Well, it's not, thanks to the Maui Bus System's Free Fare program. Anne shares her experience using it, and enjoying all sorts of adventures around Maui.
Uluru, Discovering the Sacred Rock Solid Centre of Australia’s Outback ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
With most people flocking to Australia's coastline to basks on beautiful beaches and enjoy a modern urban lifestyle, it may seem that there’s ‘bugger all’ there in Australia's Outback. We'd encourage you to take another look, however, as not only is the Outback home to an amazing array of creatures, some 1,500 communities including the A?angu people, but also to Uluru, a giant rock of sacred reverence, representing the heart of Australia's rock solid centre. Read on to share in Liz's extraordinary adventure of a lifetime responding to Uluru's sacred call.
Leilani Kai Resort - Home Away From Home in a Quiet, Beautiful Beachfront Setting in the Heart of Kihei on Maui ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
When life gets stressful, I dream of our family's beautifully peaceful home away from home, tucked away on a quiet beach, a short walk away from the shops in Kihei, on the Hawaiian Island of Maui - Leilani Kai Resort. My Hawaiian escape and home!
Qaqortoq, Discovering a Taste of Greenland ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Docking in Qaqortoq, Anne and Vera disembarked from their Oceania Insignia ‘Atlantic Glaciers and Harbors’ Cruise at their final port on Greenland for a taste of Greenland, to not only discover local food, but become more immersed in Greenland's culture.
Paamiut, Wandering Around this Southwest Greenland Port ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
A stop at the Southwest Greenland Port of Paamiut on their Oceania Insignia Cruise gave Anne and Vera a glimpse into life in this Greenland town of 1500, and specifically that of the town's youth. Join them as they take a wander around this Southwest Greenland town.
Discovering the Rich African History of South Carolina’s Lowcountry, Not Gone with the Wind ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
At first glance, South Carolina's Lowcountry conjures images of white-washed walls, rocking chairs, and the opulence of Scarlett O'Hara's storybook world of life as a Southern Belle on a plantation. It might surprise you then to discover that the wealth of those plantation has it's roots in Africa, along with much of South Carolina's rich history, culture, and cuisine. Read on as Liz discovers the riches of South Carolina's Lowcountry.
Nanortalik, South Greenland ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
As Oceania Insignia neared Tasermiut Fjord, Southern Greenland, Anne and Vera disembarked at their first port on Greenland in the town and island of Nanortalik (meaning Place of the Polar Bears). Join them as they discover some of Greenland's culture, exploring it southernmost town.
Cruising from Iceland to Greenland with Oceania Insignia ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
As the Oceania Insignia embarks from Iceland cruising towards Greenland, Anne and her sister Vera, enjoy the spectacular scenery cruising from Iceland to Greenland of fjords, glaciers and icebergs, and indulge in all that their luxury cruise ship has to offer.
Grundarfjordur and Iceland's Snaefellsnes Peninsula - the Second Port on an Oceania Insignia Cruise to Iceland and Greenland ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Join Anne and her sister Vera, as they explore the magnificent natural wonders of Iceland's Snaefellsnes Peninsula with Snaefellsnes Excursions at Grundarfjordur, the Second Port on their Oceania Insignia ‘Atlantic Glaciers and Harbors’ cruise.
Meeting Your Match at the Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival in Ireland's County Clare ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
With a dance in her step and a smile in her heart, Liz Campbell embraces the Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival in Ireland's County Clare as her eyes glint mischievously and a chuckle parts from her lips. Will she be meeting her match?
Kyoto on a Budget - Unwinding with Nature ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
In this second leg of their adventures in Japan, Bjorn and his friends explore Kyoto on a budget. After leaving the busy streets of Tokyo, Kyoto ends up being the perfect destination for our group of 20-somethings, to unplug and unwind with nature.
Osaka on a Budget - Through the Eye's of a Gamer ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
In this third leg of their adventures in Japan, Bjorn and his friends explore Osaka on a budget. After unwinding with nature in Kyoto, they are ready to immerse themselves in the whimsy of Japan's gaming culture in Osaka. Read on for their itinerary and what did and did not meet with their expectations.
Tokyo on a Budget - for an Artsy, Game Loving, 20-Something ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
In this first leg of their adventures in Japan, Bjorn and his friends explore Tokyo on a budget, as a group of artsy, game loving, 20-something year olds. Read on for their itinerary and what did and did not meet with their expectations.
Saying Sayonara to Japan with a Final Couple of Days in Tokyo ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
In this final leg of their trip to Japan, Bjorn and his friends return for a final couple of days in Tokyo. Wisely, they left one of the adventures they were most excited about for last, as it is always sad to see a holiday come to an end and you don't want the notion that it is time to return home to cloud your last couple of days. Read on for their itinerary and what did and did not meet with their expectations.
Planning Our Vacation to Japan on a Budget, as First Time Visitors to Japan from Canada ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Join Bjorn for his series on his adventures in Japan, starting with all the planning that this vacation to Japan took and his travel to Japan for what would be his most expensive and most exciting trip yet.
Celebrating Canadian Travel Stories and Storytellers ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Our team of Roamancers are taking a moment to enjoy celebrating Canadian travel stories and to be celebrated as Canadian travel storytellers. You see we have been recognized by two community leaders for the travel stories that we share, thanks to the Travel Media Association of Canada (TMAC) and Feedspot. Best of all in both circumstance, our stories are being celebrated alongside those of other Canadian travel storytellers who we respect and enjoy.
Clowning Around and Finding “Le Jeu” in Étampes, France ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Many would be surprised to learn that beyond France's popular urban destinations, lies a small town 55 kilometers south of Paris where many foreign visitors across the globe will come to visit for a very specific cause – to learn how to be a clown! The small town of Étampes is famously known internationally due to one special man who has mastered the art of the red nose. Join Jennifer Rose Garcia as she immerses herself in the art of clowning at Ecole Philippe Gaulier.
A Week In Paris – Bougie On A Budget ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Traveling overseas is expensive – tickets, accommodation, food and travel throughout – how could one not be budget conscious? Traveling and visiting sights as a student is tough, but very possible! Here is Jennifer's guide to being Bougie On A Budget in Paris, where you can stay, eat and make meaningful memories while saving a few euros along the way.
Corberrie Baie Sainte-Marie Scallop Recipe : a Taste of Nova Scotia ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Join us as we play with the flavours, local produce and culinary products of Nova Scotia in our cooking, beginning with those foraged for in Baie Sainte-Marie on Nova Scotia's Acadian Shores. In this first recipe in this series, we will be making Corberrie Baie Sainte-Marie Scallops, which have us wanting to plan a return trip to Nova Scotia, just so we can make more with the freshest of ingredients from Comeau's Farm Market.
Becoming a Proud Ukrainian as a Child of Immigrants to Canada - Part 9 of My Ukrainian Heritage ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
My parents were from Ukraine, and I am proud to be Ukrainian and heartbroken to see what the people of Ukraine are enduring during this brutal Russian war. My hope is that they will persevere and survive as my parents did, so that their stories will live on to.
Airline Communications and Understaffing Key Cause of Air Travel Issues and Delays at Calgary International Airport Before the Stormy Weather This 2022 Holiday Season ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Air travel becomes unnecessarily stressful for travellers when airlines fails to communicate effectively. Poor communications and understaffing are key causes to the air travel issues and delays experienced by WestJet travellers at the Calgary International Airport (YYC) Sunday December 18th, 2022, before the winter storm hit.
Setting Sail! Departing Los Angeles on Our Mexican Riviera Cruise ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Before setting sail on her Mexican Riviera cruise, Anne and her son spent a day in the Port of Los Angeles, exploring Santa Monica Beach and Pier. It was a great way to set the tone for an adventure filled with beaches, boardwalks, and relaxation.
My Mom's Childhood Ended with the Occupation of Ukraine - Part 7 of My Ukrainian Heritage ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
My mom's childhood ended early with the occupation of Ukraine. It is sad to see so many of what she faced in her youth, with occupation, bombings, families separated, and having to flee for her life and safety, befall other Ukrainians today.
Father and Sons Reunited After 50 Years - Part 6 of My Ukrainian Heritage ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Mikhail's story did meet with a happy ending. After over 50 years since he had been forced to leave them, my father was finally reunited with his sons, and we travelled to Ukraine to meet our Ukrainian family. How fortunate we were to have visited before the 2022 Russian invasion upon Ukraine.
Road Tripper Beware! Do Not Follow Google Maps Through New Brunswick ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Road Tripper Beware! Do not follow Google Maps through New Brunswick. We share this after both us and our friend Jesse learned this the hard way, as Google Maps directed us into New Brunswick's not for the average road tripper maze of forestry and recreation roadways. We were both lucky to find our way out on the same day and unscathed.
An Owl of a Difference on Salt Spring Island for Aki Otsu ~ Roamancing Travel Magazine
Sometimes it takes crossing an ocean to the other side of the world, leaving the big city, and meeting a majestic creature to truly find your calling and passion in life. That was certainly the case for Aki Otsu. Read on to discovered how moving to Salt Spring Island and meeting a barred owl transformed Aki Otsu's life and inspired the creation of Salt Spring Wool Arts.