Tag: ottawa

  • Top 4 Canadian cities for glamorous nightlife

    Top 4 Canadian cities for glamorous nightlife

    Many backpackers make the decision to travel around Canada when looking for somewhere cool to visit. This is not surprising when you look closer at what an awesome place it is to spend time in. As well as the welcoming locals and selection of great cities, there is always something fun for everyone to try…

  • The Haunted Jail Hostel of Ottawa

    The Haunted Jail Hostel of Ottawa

    I walk gently down the creaking skinny corridors, grazing the smooth black iron bars of the jail cells that once housed the guilty, the innocent, the crazy, the murderous, and the drunk. Some of these cellars would have been the final form of accommodations as several of the detainees in these cells were put to their…

  • Ottawa Celebrates Canada’s 145th Birthday

    Ottawa Celebrates Canada’s 145th Birthday

    On Parliament Hill, thousands gathered to celebrate the birth of Canada. Flags were raised high, red & white was plastered on everything and everyone, and rowdy screams declaring their love for this country filled the streets. Musicians performed on every other corner, patios herded thirsty customers in and the free events at Confederation Park, Major’s…

  • Happy Canada Day! Follow Along for the Nations 145th Birthday!

    Happy Canada Day! Follow Along for the Nations 145th Birthday!

    Happy Canada Day! For those who follow me on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, no doubt you’ve figured out that I’ll be celebrating Canada Day in our nations capital – Ottawa, Ontario. Needless to say there has already been plenty of celebrating this weekend, but tonight is the grand finale! Between the live music (including Simple Plan,…