Most travelers who visit Spain spend at least a few days in Madrid, wandering through its impressive museums, lounging in Retiro Park, and sampling the endless tapas. However, guest contributor, Kirsten Gallagher, is here to tell us how to get outside of the capital by taking a day trip to Toledo, Spain, a medieval city […]
Kirsten Gallagher
Kirsten is a language teacher and translator. But when she's not working, she's an intrepid traveller. She's backpacked many parts of Europe, Asia and South America. Her favorite destination? All of them. Travel advice? Pack light.
Exploring Ontario’s Cobourg Beach Sandcastle Festival
It’s already been established many times over that Canada travel is absolutely full of wonderful experiences. However, art-loving travelers might want to put one of Ontario’s most popular annual festivals – the Cobourg Beach Sandcastle Festival – on their calendar for next year. Guest contributor and Toronto resident, Kirsten Gallagher, is here to tell us about […]
Exploring the French Islands of St. Pierre and Miquelon
Did you know that there are two French islands off the Newfoundland coast? And, according to Kirsten Gallagher’s first-hand experience, it is definitely worth exploring this off-the-beaten-path slice of Canada. Guest contributor and Toronto resident, Kirsten Gallagher, recently had the opportunity to explore St. Pierre and Miquelon. Come along as she introduces you to these […]
Visiting Quebec City during Winter Carnival
For most, the mention of Carnival conjures up images of scantily clad women gyrating their way along a colorful Rio de Janeiro parade route. However, there are some carnival celebrations, like the one in Quebec City, Canada, that offer a less raucous experience that’s still tons of fun. Guest contributor, Kirsten Gallagher, recently had the opportunity […]
Biking Through Mendoza Wine Country on a Boomer Travel Adventure
Is biking in Mendoza wine country on your adventure list? Although we certainly advise against drinking and driving in any case, taking a leisurely bike ride through beautiful Argentina vineyards while tasting some of the local wine is certainly a great bucket list item, as long as it’s done in moderation, of course. Guest contributor, […]
A Date with the Devil at Iguazú Falls
Exploring the natural wonders of the world is a great idea for any travel bucket list. There are some seriously amazing sites to be seen on Planet Earth. Have you been to the awe-inspiring Iguazú Falls, which span the border between Argentina and Brazil? Guest contributor, Kirsten Gallagher, visited the Unesco site with her 67-year-old […]