Life In Pleasantville
Food, Travel, Life
Le Boat Canada, much to my delight, has become one my most beloved Canadian summer traditions. Whether it’s cruising with 10 of my best girlfriends, bringing my parents and dogs along for the ride, or sneaking in a romantic getaway just out of Ottawa to catch the fireworks over Parliament Hill, I’ve done it all. …
Do you remember joy? It’s that elusive emotion that’s been in short supply these past few years but is now making, and overdue but well-deserved comeback. The thing about joy, though, is that it doesn’t just show up at your door, and it’s certainly not hiding in that endless scroll on social media. Joy requires …
This past weekend, I took my friends to Camp Fortune to zipline. I’m happy to report, we’re still friends. Last year, I started a new tradition with my girlfriends: once a year, they all make the trek to my house in Ottawa. As the host, I have three goals. One, spoil them with good food …
A fall getaway in Grey County is where nature turns up the volume on colour and every experience feels like a front-row seat to the season’s best show. There’s a certain magic that comes with hitting the open road alone, especially when the journey takes you through the picturesque landscapes of Grey County. This particular …
If I was to describe my friend group to someone, I would say we’re the embodiment of ‘distance means so little when friendship means so much,’ sprinkled with a smattering of batshit crazy – but in the best imaginable way of course. Simply put, we’re always pushing boundaries, heading out on crazy adventures, and with …
As a travel writer, I’ve had the privilege to explore far-flung places, encounter diverse cultures, and taste new adventures. But often times the most memorable escapades I’ve had are not in distant lands, but right in my backyard. In fact, I would say that some of my best travel memories have happened within an hour …
Quebec is renowned for its picturesque landscapes and rich history, but among its attractions, the Eastern Townships stand out as one of Quebec’s hidden gems. When the world shut down Canadians had little choice but to get familiar with their own backyard. Thankfully, our backyard happens to be one of the prettiest places on earth. …
If there was only one thing I could impart to you about vacationing with Le Boat on the Rideau Canal in Canada, it would be this: you can do it. Yes, you. If I, a vertically challenged woman who has wilfully avoided parallel parking for 36 years, can Captain a 50 foot, five bedroom Le …
