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Henry Ballard

Henry has tried writing about everything from mining to marketing, but nothing fills his cup like travel. He believes the only thing better than a colour-coded itinerary spreadsheet is completely ignoring one. Having caught the travel bug on family road trips, he now nurtures that bug with travel writing, feeding it morsels of daydreams and baskets of unconfirmed plane tickets.
5 Things That Surprised Me on the Rocky Mountaineer
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5 Things That Surprised Me on the Rocky Mountaineer

The Rocky Mountaineer is well known as the best way to see the Canadian Rockies in leather-trimmed, all-inclusive comfort, but it’s the little things that make this long ride so worthwhile. I browsed the menus, read the history, followed the Instagram account and compared GoldLeaf to SilverLeaf service, but despite my best research nothing properly […]

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Tim Tams & Pancakes: Air Canada’s Sweet Service From Brisbane to BC
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Tim Tams & Pancakes: Air Canada’s Sweet Service From Brisbane to BC

For flights as smooth as maple syrup, Air Canada knows how to make passengers feel right at home aboard its Boeing 787-9. My first long-haul flight across the Pacific bridges Australian and Canadian kindness, thanks to thoughtful Air Canada service and noticeably jovial conversation on this friendly flight. The seat and the route Brisbane (BNE) […]

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The Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Vietnam 
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The Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Vietnam 

Beachfront beauty, all-inclusive luxury, historic treasures: from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, discover the best family friendly hotels in Vietnam.  Vietnam’s best family-friendly hotels and resorts are designed to keep everyone happy – from toddlers to teens (and parents, too). Think all-day entertainment programs at kids’ clubs, splash zones and sprawling waterparks, plus generous buffets that even picky eaters will happily […]

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The Ultimate Traveller’s Guide to Street Food
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The Ultimate Traveller’s Guide to Street Food

Street food can be a true holiday highlight, so learn how to eat like a local and confidently navigate a new culinary world with a few helpful tips.

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