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The Magic of Blarney Castle
The Blarney Castle is a really great place to visit when you are in Ireland. Located at the top of the castle is the Blarney Stone. The story goes that if you kiss the stone you will receive the gift of the gab. This is a such a fun tradition and I think that it should definitely…
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The Legend of Giant’s Causeway
I was lucky to have had the opportunity to visit the Giant’s Causeway when I was in Ireland. Let me tell you, it’s breathtaking! The Irish are amazing storytellers and I’m fascinated by legends, folklore and myths. When you visit you can listen to the story of how the Giant’s Causeway came to be.…
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Take me to Spain!
This year I’m going to be travelling a lot. At the end of May, I’m taking the Spanish Spree Contiki Tour. I find Spain’s culture fascinating and so different from Canada. I’m really drawn to the monuments, sculptures, art and architecture. The tour includes visits to the following cities: Madrid Bilbao Pamplona Barcelona Ibiza Granada Seville Cordoba While I’m excited…
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Visit Amsterdam? Yes, please!
In April, I’m going to Amsterdam. Visiting Amsterdam has been on my bucket list for a while. I’m really excited to experience its charm and see the seventeenth-century buildings, canals, bridges and monuments. I’ve seen photos of the bridges and canals lit with small lights. It looks breathtaking and a little bit magical. Below is a list of the different sites I…
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Love Shoes? Visit The Bata Shoe Museum
Toronto has a museum dedicated to shoes. The Bata Shoe Museum takes you on a journey showing you how shoes have changed throughout history. You get to see shoe collections from different cultures and Shoemaking Traditions From Around the World. The styles have changed, but it’s interesting that many of the elements used in shoe design still apply…
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Why I enjoy black and white photography
There is something captivating and raw about a black and white photo. Stripping out the colour compels you to really focus on the angles, shadows and tones. This can increase the impact and make the photo stronger. I think there is a bit of magic with black and white images. It can affect…
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In Toronto? Check out the Canadian Broadcasting Centre (CBC Building)
The CBC building in Toronto is a great place to visit. It’s open to the public and free to tour. There is a little museum inside located on the first floor. The museum features the history of Canadian Television including the following displays: Growing Up with CBC: features props, photos, puppets and video clips…
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Why I love photography
I love photography for many reasons. Whether it’s travelling to another country or visiting places in Toronto, I want to capture moments. I love the experience of taking a photo. When I feel inspired, I lose myself in the moment. I always ask myself “how can I make this photo interesting and special?” I try different…
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Travelling to Stockholm
In April I’m going to Stockholm, Sweden. I want to visit Stockholm because it’s so different from Toronto. It’s built on 14 islands and is connected by 57 bridges which totally amazes me. I’ve been researching “places to visit and sites to see in Stockholm”. I came across an interesting article that lists 10 Things to Do in Stockholm and…
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Toronto Humber Bay Park East
I took my dog for a walk at the Humber Bay Park East park. I decided to take some photos as my dog and I took advantage of the mild weather. Some of the paths were completely iced over which made it a little difficult to walk. But I must say, I completely love…
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Toronto – Etienne Brule Park
I took a walk near Etienne Brule Park by Old Mill hotel and spa, located in the west end of Toronto. The park features a tennis court and a great hiking trail. Surrounded by nature, you can almost forget that you’re in the city. It’s a great place to walk your dog, go for a jog or ride…
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Travel Bucket List – Islands
The world is beautiful and diverse. My goal is to visit as many places as I can take photos along the way. MSN recently published The 12 most scenic islands in the world and I definitely want to see all of these islands. Number 9 on the list is the Aran Islands. The Contiki Tour I took in…
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