


8 Things I Wish I Knew About Toronto Before Arriving
While Toronto may not be as exotic as southeast Asia or some Eastern European countries, the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) has plenty of reasons to check it out. Here’s what I wish I knew before arriving. We spent about 2 1/2 months in the Toronto area – a bit of a break...
7 Things You Need to Know About Florida Before Arriving
Without a doubt, Florida is a lot of fun. Know what to expect before you go. Each region has it’s own feel. In my book, What the Florida, I’ve broken Florida down into the four regions you see above. The panhandle region (in blue) tends to be very similar to Alabama...
Know where to go: 17 foreigner-friendly neighborhoods in cities around the world
Sometimes you just have to know where to start. As a place to start exploring a city, the foreigner-friendly neighborhoods around the world are an easy place to get settled and accustomed to what’s happening. They let you get your feet wet when you first arrive...