I love OATs: Outdoors, Art & Travel
I came across a “Places that are Overrated” list and my heart sank when I saw Niagara Falls right there, front and centre. What? My beloved Niagara? The same that makes one of my favourite day trips (or weekend getaway) from Toronto, where I always find something to do? No way! After reading the article …
Toronto is like a giant pot of soup where a variety of spices blend in a rich broth infusing the cultural life with a unique flavour, making it one of the most multicultural cities in the world. I know how diverse and lively it is since I lived there for years and although I’m a …
A picture of the Toronto skyline, with skyscrapers lining up next to each other like spaghetti in a box, may not be the postcard of a place packed with outdoor activities. Don’t let that fool you. Despite its density -Toronto is Canada’s largest city- green spaces abound to walk, bike, and even spot wildlife. And …
The Laurentians Mountains (Les Laurentides) in Quebec are a dream for nature lovers. With streams running through pine-covered mountains, pristine lakes, and waterfalls surrounded by trees stretching to the sky, my short trip to this region left me wanting more. As an added bonus you’ll find enchanting towns bursting with art galleries and studios with …
“You’ll die of boredom, what are you going to do there?”, I heard the minute I told my friend I was moving to Ottawa. Canada’s capital has -unfairly- carried this sticker on its back. Maybe because you won’t find the endless rows of bars and nightclubs you’ll see in bigger cities like Toronto or Montreal. What …
How does it sound to be able to travel the world without paying for accommodations? Let me introduce you to the world of house sitting, a convenient arrangement for travellers and homeowners where they exchange free house and pet care for a free stay. The stay can be for a few days, weeks, months, or …
