One of the greatest cities in the world, New York is always a whirlwind of activity, with famous sites at every turn and never enough time to see them all. Some people come here to enjoy the Broadway shows; others come specifically to shop and dine; and many come simply to see the sites: the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, historic neighborhoods, …

This Commonwealth country is actually the world’s second largest. Most of that land area, however, is complete wilderness. That is certainly one of the draws of Canada: the utterly vast expanses of nature to really and truly get lost in. Its national parks are truly massive, offering picture-perfect vistas. Mountaineering, hiking, boating, swimming, cycling – there’s a lot of rewards …

Famous for its fashion, crazy nightlife, incredible art scene, detailed museums, world-class restaurant scene, and top-notch theater productions, to me, New York City is the beating heart of the world — which is why I called it home for six years. Every culture, language, and food is represented here. You could spend a lifetime exploring the city and never really …