Roamancing

29/07/2024

Love the resilience of nature.

28/06/2024

We went to Triton, in search of an , and discovered SO MUCH more, particularly the wonderful humour and welcoming nature of the people, making us feel at home.

Amazingly, we did get up close to that iceberg before it disappeared, thanks to Clarey and Rocky Roberts of Clarey’s Diving and Eco Tours, which was truly breathtaking and awe inspiring. That was just the start of our adventures with Clarey and Rocky, off Brighton on that first excursion together, and later with their brother Mike of Badger Bay Boat Tours Triton Group.

A nod of thanks to Adventure Central Newfoundland for the nudge in the direction of , it welcomed us home to Newfoundland Labrador.

25/06/2024

Still have a day and a bit, but sufficed to say I am leaving part of my heart in . So many stories to share of my adventures, and particularly the people who embraced me and made me laugh and feel welcome. For now, tonight’s from Green Point in Parks Canada’s !

all, I have another busy day tomorrow of exploring this fabulous Rock.

20/06/2024

Love ! Arrived in , pulled into campground for the night, and promptly met Lynne and Craig Fudge of Fudge’s Fudge. They asked what brought me to town, I said the , and not only did they offer to show me it, but they called around to make sure they knew where it was.

A short drive to later, and we are joking about how only in would a young gal (love that that is how they saw me) hop in a car and go for a walk in the woods with people she just met. Gotta love that about Newfoundland! And a short stroll later, I get to see my first iceberg! While this may now be a small berg as it melts, for me it’s enormous and utterly beautiful. My very first pyramid of ancient ice!

The whale on the iceberg? They mistake me for a Newfoundlander (if only), and give me the sort of tour that only a Fudge could give me of Triton!

Thanks Adventure Central Newfoundland!

19/06/2024

We followed in the footsteps of the & yesterday. This is a tragic story of cultural extinction in . In the midst of the sadness of loss that the that designed in their remembrance evokes, there is also of sense of peace here in the forest by the place where there was once an active Beothuk Village filled with the voices of their people.

17/06/2024

Fascinating day exploring The Beaches off Central Newfoundland’s Hare Bay, learning about the history of the , and on this site from Hare Bay Adventures’ Duane Collins. Many artifacts on this important archaeological site on are being washed away due to and .

Thanks for sharing this important place and your knowledge of the site with us, Duane, Newfoundland and Labrador Indigenous Tourism Association and Adventure Central Newfoundland.

09/06/2024

Been enjoying a as of late, quite literally with a creatively scrumptious meal at Skye Avenue Kitchen & Lounge. It was such a delightfully surprising meal of Chef Valerio Pescetelli’s Italian roots, locally inspired Japanese cuisine, and playfully creative and tasty vegan eats, combined with an impressive whiskey bar.

Pictured here:

1) Japanese Milk Bread with soy glacé and green goddess dressing
3) Burrata Salad
4) Wagyu Beef Carpaccio
5) Prosciutto & Burrata Gluten-Free Pizza (the would not have known the dough was gluten free - it was most delicious)
6) Salmon Oshizushi
7) The Impossible Roll (Vegan Sushi Roll of cucumber, avocado, sweet soy glaze, vegan beluga caviar, and sweet potato crunch) - really enjoyed this roll
8)Kujira single grain whiskey
9) Tiramisu

Thanks Richard Goodine, Ange Chew, Jenny Mourad, and Discover Surrey for the delicious evening! Loving ’s creative, playful and colourful approach to food, inviting people to try and experience different tastes without the snobbery that sometimes comes with enjoying fine spirits.

03/06/2024

With a rainy start to June in , if you are looking for a , Alex Charters has a list of her favourites for you, complete with secret dumpling bar speakeasy!

Enjoy!

The cutest and coziest eateries in Vancouver, according to Alex Charters. We’re talking warm, jazzy, you’re taking pictures in the bathroom, kind of cute. This is Alex's Guide to Cute and Tasty Vancouver.

07/04/2024

Happy World Health Day! I hope you are doing something that makes you feel good!

Celebrate World Health Day by getting outside and enjoying the beauty of nature. Take a leisurely walk 🚶, go for a bike ride 🚴, or simply relax in a peaceful park 🌳🌲. There are 450 000 km2 of stories waiting for you. Write yours today and feel your stress melt away. 💚

Check out these Parks Canada-approved activities. ⬇️ Your body and mind will thank you! 🌿🌞 https://parks.canada.ca/voyage-travel/experiences/sante-health

07/04/2024

Was just looking up tickets for the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre and noticed something wonderful for my indigenous friends, so I thought I'd share. The Space Centre is free for Indigenous patrons!

Enjoy!

02/04/2024

Aurora Borealis Unicorn 🦄 Seekers encouraged to apply for this epic quest with Parks Canada!

🌲 Job Opportunity: Parks Canada Red Chair Coordinator 🌲

📍 Location: Across Canada on 450 000km2 of terrain
📅 Start Date: May 2024
🕒 Employment Type: Full-time

**About the Role**
Are you the type to take a seat to breathe in nature? We're on the hunt for a Red Chair Coordinator to embark on the wildest adventure of a lifetime! Put your thinking cap on and dress in your most weather-appropriate gear as you dive into the feat of strategically placing and maintaining our iconic red chairs in some of the most impressive and demanding corners of Parks Canada's locations. Think you're up for the challenge? Read on, intrepid Xplorer!

**Responsibilities**
• Navigate treacherous terrain and fend off mosquitos to find the perfect chair placement.
• Memorize and master the art of chair assembly with a single flick of the wrist (no instructions provided due to weight restrictions and disturbance of electric signals).
• Forge alliances from afar, , with elusive woodland creatures to protect chairs from mischief-makers.
• Stay up to date on current chair construction discourse to innovate seating practices for enhanced visitor experience.

**Qualifications and Requirements**
• PhD in Wilderness Survival or equivalent (e.g. survived a night camping in the backyard).
• Master’s degree in Influencer Studies or equivalent to find the perfect Red Chair setting ✨ for the 'Gram.✨
• Bachelor's degree in Chair History or equivalent to educate potential visitors of the importance of seated reflection in Canada's past, present and future.
• Extensive experience in astronomy to angle red chairs with precision for optimal stargazing. 🌟
• Ability to communicate fluently with trees, rocks, and other non-human entities.
• Knowledge in proper weight distribution to convert chairs to flotation devices in water-bound locations

**Benefits**
• Competitive remuneration includes exotic artisanal pinecones.
• Opportunity to become a legendary figure in the annals of wilderness chair lore.
• Chance to discover new scene-stealing locations everyday before they are open to the public.

If you're ready to LAUGH in the face of danger and embark on a truly absurd journey, apply now! Only the bravest and most gullible should apply.

To apply, please send a carrier pigeon with your CV and a haiku about your favorite tree or click here: https://parkscanada.hiringplatform.ca/processes/123740-skills-trades-inventory?locale=en

Deadline: Before the wolves start howling.

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Please note that this is intended only to bring a smile to your face and brighten your day 🐟, and any resemblance to actual job advertisements is purely coincidental! However, if you do want to join our team, don't sit for too long: check out the opportunities that are currently available at our national historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas!

20/03/2024

it is such a lovely pat on the back, on the storytelling and digital strategy work we do, when we discover one of our stories in the first listing on a search engine search, as the case was today, when typing Leilani Kai Resort into a Google search. Even better when it happens with a place close to our heart, like Leilani Kai Resort is.

Here's the article in question: https://roamancing.com/2023/12/leilani-kai-resort-home-in-kihei-on-maui/

17/03/2024

, there is nothing quite like the luck of the Irish or mischievous magic of the leprechauns for a bit of matchmaking!

Happy St Patrick's Day!

With a dance in her step and a smile in her heart, Liz Campbell embraces the Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival in Ireland's County Clare as her eyes glint mischievously and a chuckle parts from her lips. Will she be meeting her match?

28/02/2024

Oh là là! Versante Hotel really knows the way to a gal’s heart! Not only do they have a soaker tub that I’ll be dreaming about (in every room), but they taunt the taste buds with delectable bites (my favourite being the pork belly on the menu at .yvr), stash free snacks away in the rooms, offer awesome views of the skyline from ALAÏA, and with fine and at Cask Whisky Vault. Oh, and did I mention that we were ?!?

#1 reason why they have this girl’s heart … they welcome cats! And even provide our feline familia with gold poodles and coy to chatter away to! A wonderful night out, right here at home!

22/02/2024

Some silly fun our way around with the Red Boot Stomp, our !

When you visit Switzerland for the first time, how can you not dance with delight! I know we certainly couldn't contain our excitement as we found ourselves travel happy dancing around Switzerland!

21/02/2024

to listen to Liz Campbell's reading of Wall Street – the Murals of Islington Village, on your favourite platform.

A Roamancing Read: Liz Campbell reads her Roamancing article, entitled ‘Wall Street – the Murals of Islington Village’. Join Liz as she takes a walk through time enjoying the murals of Islington Village, which depict the history of this area of Toronto, once known as the Village of Mimico. Rea...

30/12/2023

Love how Parks Canada has been building healthier Canadians through access to our natural world! ❤️🌲❤️

📢 Starting January 1, 2024, members and Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and their immediate families will get FREE daily admission at Parks Canada administered locations!

Spending time in nature is beneficial to one’s health and exploring cultural sites and stories can provide opportunities to spend quality time alone or with families and friends. 💚 By giving free daily admission to national historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas, Parks Canada is supporting the health and wellness of CAF members and Veterans.

See all the details here ➡ ow.ly/Oau210563hk

Canadian Armed Forces Canadian Forces Morale & Welfare Services - CFMWS Veterans Affairs Canada

22/11/2023

Toque effing right, eh, yah hoser!

“All countries that share a language have some differences in idiom and pronunciation. They’re usually decipherable, and can even be fun. But a grown man saying he wears a beanie? Like, a little multicoloured cap with a spinning propeller?"

16/11/2023

So a little . Just discovered someone had broken the latches on the bathroom window and balcony door on our cabin, so they won’t lock. We have reported to management, and have temporarily fixed, but it is clear this was done on purpose, so posting this to other to check that the locks work on all doors to your rooms and cabins when , and if they are not working report the problem and get it fixed right away.

06/11/2023

I took a few pictures of my calls at the Marriott, Belen in as they sang out to me this morning.

Correct me if I am wrong, but I believe they are: a Crimson-Fronted , a chatter of Crimson-Fronted Parakeet, silhouetted Red-Billed and Inca , and a Melodious .

05/11/2023

!!! Mucho gracias for this spectacular view, Interledger and Marriott, Belen! We’re in love with !

02/11/2023

is filled with so many imaginative wonders, especially for a , making Bjorn Yearwood's delight contagious with his game driven adventures in .

In this third leg of their adventures in Japan, Bjorn and his friends explore Osaka on a budget. After unwinding with nature in Kyoto, they are ready to immerse themselves in the whimsy of Japan's gaming culture in Osaka. Read on for their itinerary and what did and did not meet with their expectati...