Monthly Archives: November 2015

A visit to Champagne offers plenty of pop

The French are often admired for their savoir-faire, and making champagne is a prime example of such know-how. The centuries-old method “champenoise” for producing sparkling wine is a hallmark of the region of Northeastern France, and this year, UNESCO…read full … Continue reading

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Unplugged and up close with nature in Quebec’s Laurentians

A blazing sun beat down on us in an unusual heat wave for Canada, while our freshly caught trout sizzled in an iron skillet over a smoky campfire. My toes sunk into the sand as I cooled my feet in … Continue reading

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