Celebrating six years of Nuit Blanche Gimli
I’ve been fortunate to have served as tour guide for the past six years–since the very first Nuit Blanche Gimli was held in Gimli, Manitoba, in 2014. But Nuit Blanche has been celebrated throughout...
Author: Doreen Pendgracs
Celebrating International Chocolate Day
Yes, there are many days of the year devoted to chocolate and cacao. September 13th happens to be one of my favourites, as that is the day we celebrate International Chocolate Day. Attending chocolate...
a quick tour of Calgary, Alberta
In recent posts, I’ve shared with you about the amazing writers’ events I’ve attended in Calgary and the great chocolate I’ve found in this dynamic Canadian city. In this week’s post, I’d like to...
Strengthening Our Writing Community
I had the pleasure of attending the When Words Collide festival for readers and writers (WWC) last week in Calgary at the Delta Calgary South. This is Canada’s premier event for authors, as 750...
enjoying a garden and art tour
What could be better than spending a perfect summer day in a welcoming garden? Combining human-made art forms with the bounty of nature’s beauty. Hats off to the Red River North Tourism Association for...
why people are moving to costa rica
I’m a member of International Living, an organization that focuses on providing information to people who may wish to retire in a different country. They’ve been paying a lot of attention lately to Costa...
My Costa Rican Wish List
This post shares some of the highlights a participant may have on the Chocolatour to Costa Rica, January 11-19, 2020.
Join me on a transformative trip to Costa Rica
A Chocolatour is not simply a chocolate tour. It is experiential travel, during which you will become immersed into the chocolate and cacao culture of a carefully chosen destination. EF Go Ahead Tours are...
soaring Las Vegas prices
I’ve been to Las Vegas quite a few times, and each time has been a unique experience. It is truly a destination that can push all your buttons. But the cost associated with an...
Chocolatouring in North Vancouver
We have close friends who live in North Vancouver, so I’ve had the pleasure of visiting the North Shore region many times–discovering several chocolatiers and other taste temptations while exploring the scenic waterfront. For...
