Jamie Gripich

Saving the Almond Tree, a Collaborative Effort

Costa Rica is world renowned for having a plethora of invertebrate biodiversity, lush tropical rainforest, a wide array of birds and captivating mammals. However, with the human influence spreading deeper and deeper into forested areas, conservationists ... Read >

Environmental Aava

At this time of year, when people think of Whistler, they think "white". When people think of the Aava Whistler Hotel, they should be thinking "green". Why? With the announcement made in early December that the city is striving to make greater Vancouver t... Read >

Vila Joya: A Tribute to Claudia

It is not often that you can taste tantalizing gourmet delicacies from some the world's best chefs in one location. Especially in a location as beautiful, charming and sunny as Portugal's southern coast. The Algarve is quickly emerging as one of the wo... Read >

Infinity Rises With Roatan

Infinity Bay opens as largest, greenest and most upscale resort on Island Roatan Island, Honduras - Roatan, emerging as the Caribbean's newest vacation hotspot, is now home to its largest and most bio-sensitive and upscale resort. Located in the he... Read >

Restoring History in Victoria, BC

If extreme makeovers are all the rage currently, then the trendiest hotel property in Victoria right now has to be the Hotel Rialto. One of Victoria's oldest hotels, the Rialto (formerly Hotel Douglas) was undergoing a facelift that would be regarded exte... Read >

Grand Cayman seventh heaven for families and other sun-lovers

Any country that has a turtle in pirate garb as its logo should be a fun place for families to play. It's the same mixture of animals and adventure that Disney movies have weaned us on for generations (think Pirates of the Caribbean meets The Little Me... Read >

Bonaire Without A Care

Finding the perfect vacation destination isn't easy, but that's how it goes when you're not willing to settle for anything but the absolute best . . . It begins with gathering all the right ingredients - a warm Caribbean island with gorgeous beaches, s... Read >

Tropical Island Living is “Always on your Mind” at the Windsong Resort

"I can't seem to forget you; your Windsong stays on my mind." Like the slogan made popular in a perfume commercial decades ago, "Windsong" whispers softly over and over again to those who have had the pleasure of staying at the four star, Turks and Caicos... Read >

DIVERS DREAM AND SITES EXTREME ON ROATAN: Anthony’s Key Resort for Diving, Rustic Elegance and Mor

Roatan, Bay islands, HONDURAS - - Maya sea caves and fringing coral reefs - they're all in a day's dive in the Bay Islands of Roatan, Honduras. With no phones and no TVs, Anthony's Key Resort (AKR) offers travelers rustic elegance with cabanas on the beac... Read >

The Reef Resort, Grand Cayman “Simply All Inclusive™” A Friends and Family Budget Escape

Grand Cayman, 2009 - This package was created for budget-minded family and friend travelers, who appreciate a great value and premium amenities. The Simply All Inclusive™ package includes all taxes and service charges, unl... Read >