Love the Way You Travel

08/24/2025

A few months ago, I was honoured with the Baxter Media Travel Agent and Beyond Award for our commitment to sustainability and striving to have a positive impact in travel. The "prize' was a beautiful trophy and tickets for two anywhere Porter Airlines flies!
https://www.travelcourier.ca/shari-tucker/

I quickly decided to put those flights to good use doing a close-to-home semi-vacation to Newfoundland. Well, it was meant to be a full vacation, but then the Air Canada strike overlapped and I had a few clients affected so Louise & I tag-teamed to get them taken care of while I was in NL.

None-the-less, my partner and I explored as much of Western Newfoundland as we could on foot in 6 days.

98355 steps - 65 kms walked or hiked.

We made our way through the Tablelands, Gros Morne, Lobster Point, Western Brook Pond, Rocky Harbour, Norris Point, Woody Point and Shallow Bay.

We hiked through the 35+ degree heat wave and then hiked in the rain. We climbed mountains. Saw incredible views from the top and then from the bottom on a boat ride through Western Brook Pond. We saw lots of wildflowers, frogs & berries. We took in a couple of great sunsets, visited a sandy ocean beach & a rocky lake beach. We swam in the chilly ocean and it was oh so refreshing! We packed a lot of good times in while staying at locally owned cottages, eating at local restaurants and exploring almost everywhere on foot.

Thanks Porter Airlines & Baxter Media for the recognition and the great vacation!

08/23/2025

Check out our past blog post. Nepal – Not just for Trekkers – Part 1 – Kathmandu https://lovethewayyoutravel.com/nepal-not-just-for-trekkers-part-1-kathmandu/

In my mind, I’ve always known that Nepal is a diverse country. However, I’ve only known people who have travelled to Nepal to trek to Everest base camp or who lived in Kathmandu for work or volunteer projects. I know there are mountains and valleys, big cities and remote villages, but Everest (a...

08/22/2025

History, Architecture and thermal springs .... the hidden underwater world of Budapest. Come check it out!

As one of Europe’s most famous cities, Budapest has become a tourist hotspot known for its history, its architecture and its love of water. While most people...

08/21/2025

08/20/2025

Is an African Safari the next destination on your adventure list? What country are you considering? They are all amazing in different ways. No two safaris are the same.

Here are 5 Reasons Botswana is Perfect for your Dream Safari

Many people know nothing about Botswana at all, or even where it is for that matter! That's part of its charm!

Botswana is a land-locked country bordered by Namibia, South Africa, Zimbabwe and Zambia. Over 70% of the country is the Kalahari desert, but within that desert is one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders, the Okavango Delta. Botswana is one of the least densely populated areas in the world and its economy and standard of living are one of the highest in Africa!

Whether it is your first trip to Africa, or your 10th, Botswana offers amazing wildlife sightings and some unique opportunities that you can't have elsewhere.

1️⃣ Botswana is home to Africa’s highest concentration of elephants. 🐘

2️⃣ It is top of class when it comes to conservation and anti-poaching measures. 🦏

3️⃣ It is home to over 595 species of birds.🐦

4️⃣ The Okavango Delta is one of Africa’s Seven Wonders and is home to unique species who have adapted to live in both the desert and water-filled delta conditions.

5️⃣ There are a variety of safari options from standard land-based safari trucks in Chobe National Park to traditional mokoros to small boats perfect for fishing, bird watching and seeing elephants, hippos, Cape buffalo and other animals as they congregate along the waters.

Drop an 🐘 in the comments if an African Safari is on your trip list!

For more in depth information check out our full blog. https://lovethewayyoutravel.com/five-reasons-botswana-is-perfect-for-your-dream-african-safari/

08/19/2025

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08/17/2025

Need a break from the hustle and bustle? Our long-stay program in Malta offers the perfect opportunity to relax and recharge. Enjoy beautiful beaches, spa treatments, and quiet moments to reflect.

📅 Reach out to Louise by September 12 to book your spot and start planning your winter retreat.

📩 Email Louise at [email protected] or visit our website to learn more!

08/16/2025

Check out our past blog post - Learning to Surf in Sayulita https://lovethewayyoutravel.com/learning-to-surf-in-sayulita/

At over 30 years old, somehow I found the courage to give surfing a try in Sayulita, Mexico about 45 minutes North of Puerto Vallarta. It is a quaint little town with tonnes of restaurants and boutique shops along with a great tourist market. Not to mention a beautiful beach with great (small) waves...

08/15/2025

Wandering with your partner around Andalusia, Spain. Ah! It's so beautiful! Have you been? Do you want to go?

Are you planning a trip through the south of Spain for your next vacation with your partner? Andalusia is the second largest area in the country - from one e...

08/13/2025

Have you had a life changing interaction with locals in your travels? How has it changed the way you travel?

Travel opens your mind to different perspectives, introduces you to new concepts, shows you a heavy side of the world that you can't un-see and gives you the opportunity to make a difference.

Here are three life-changing travel experiences I've had that motivate me to make sure travel is a force for good.

1️⃣ Staying with locals and taking photos in Ccaccaccollo, Peru

We stayed with local families throughout the community. We experienced what it was like to live with no indoor plumbing, little heat in the cold mountains and ate food harvested from a hard day's work, not shipped in. We communicated in jestures and gave back incredible photos to families so they have cherished photos of their loved ones.

2️⃣ Visiting the Wexau anti-poaching station in Zimbabwe

We learned the reasons behind poaching and the dangers the rangers face every day in their jobs. It's not just the dangers of being in the bush with wild animals, but also from the human aspect of conflict with the poachers and the bush-meat trade. We learned the importance of travelling with reputable companies who support anti-poaching units as they are protectors of the land, peacemakers and educators in the communities.

3️⃣ Meeting youth who had been reunited with their families after being trafficked into orphanages in Nepal.

We heard firsthand stories from youth who had spent years in orphanages believing they had no family. They were abused, forced to work and live in deplorable conditions. We learned the importance of never giving money to children in the streets and how it perpetuates the cycle of trafficking children to fill the orphanages.

You can plan to connect with communities and locals on your travels, but you just never know what interactions might change your career, your views or your life!

Have you had a life changing interaction with locals in your travels? How has it changed the way you travel? Share with us in the comments!