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Mary Chong is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. A food and travel writer, and founder of Calculated Traveller, when not working as a freelance graphic designer, Mary is either travelling with her husband Ray or planning the next big adventure.
Quick Travel Tip #3 – Book an Extra Day off Before and After a Trip
Want to start and end your vacation stress-free? Return to work relaxed and worry-free, by booking an extra day off before and after a trip. Read why…
Outdoor Adventures in Alaska – The Last Frontier
Can’t decide between one adventure over another when choosing an outdoor adventure in Alaska? Here’s our list of the best outdoor activities!
Quick Travel Tip #9: Clean Your House Before you go on a Trip
There are a lot of tasks you need to complete before you go on a trip, but one “task” not often talked about is to clean your house before you go on a trip.
A Visit to Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia PA – If you Dare
A visit to Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a creepy one. Kept in a state of “preserved ruin”, it’s a fascinating (and unnerving) look inside a historic prison – the penitentiary in America. Read about this unique attraction and find the best ways to visit it.
WAMA Underwear Review: Organic Hemp Underwear for Eco-Friendly Travel
In this review, we look at organic underwear, more specifically, hemp underwear. Will WAMA Underwear pass our tests for eco-friendly travel?
Snowshoeing Lessons Learned at Minden Wild Water Preserve Ontario
Read about my first snowshoeing lesson (complete with tips) at the Minden Wild Water Preserve with Yours Outdoors in Haliburton Highlands, Ontario.
MOS Burger: A Japanese Fast Food Dining Review
When one thinks of food in Japan one thinks of fresh sushi, saucy teriyaki, and crispy tempura — yet on OUR trip to Japan, we went in search of a unique Japanese fast food adventure!
Kariya Park – Suburban Toronto’s Japan
Travelling doesn’t require a plane ticket. When I feel like a trip to Japan on the cheap I visit a local Japanese Garden – Kariya Park Mississauga Ontario.
Ontario’s Pembroke: The Heritage Murals, The Crepes and The Theatre
We share the surprises we discovered on a road trip to Pembroke Ontario, 1.5-hr from Ottawa & 4-hr from Toronto in the picturesque Ottawa Valley of Canada.
10 Road Trip Rules to Drive By
Before your next driving trip read these 10 Road Trip Rules to Drive By and ensure a smooth, fight free, trouble-free, safe auto adventure.
Things to Do in Lafayette Louisiana in Cajun-Creole Country
Read our list of things to do in Lafayette Louisiana in the heart of Cajun-Creole country including a recipe for shrimp and crawfish etouffee
Homemade Mexican Fire-Roasted Salsa Recipe
To recreate memories of past Mexican adventures at home, I travel to my kitchen to make this easy homemade Mexican fire-roasted salsa recipe.
Maggie Oakes Brasserie in Old Montreal Quebec – An Upmarket Grill
Read why from the moment I entered Maggie Oakes Brasserie in Old Montreal Quebec, I knew this was going to be my favourite restaurant during my stay!
Urban Adventures Tokyo Made in Japan Shopping Tour Review
In search of authentic souvenirs of Japan? Then Urban Adventures Tokyo Made in Japan Shopping tour through Ningyocho and Nihonbashi is ideal!
Peak Design Tech Pouch Review – Easy Access Travel Gear
Organized tech gear is the key to stress-free travel for working at the neighbourhood coffee shop or flying long-haul around the world. In this article, we review the Peak Design Tech Pouch for easily accessible organized packing.
Cooking with Mexican Ingredients. Shredded Chicken and Potato Taquitos
Using Mexican ingredients from our travels, we share a recipe for Shredded Chicken and Potato Taquitos perfect with homemade guacamole or salsa.
Peak Design Leash Review – An Ultralight Camera Strap Dream Come True
If you are looking for an ultralight camera strap that is safe, secure, affordable, and functional, for travel read our Peak Design Leash Review.
A First-Time Travel Guide to the Most Popular Indian Food in the World
Discover our list of the most popular Indian food in the world where there is something for everyone whether you are vegan, vegetarian, or non-vegetarian.
Cultural Dishes from Around the World to Try at Home
These cultural dishes may not be the best dishes from these countries but they are delicious international foods that you can easily cook or find at home.