Blog — travelingmitch

Looking Back on a Remarkable 2017

Life without reflection is just existence, and as such I felt a post like this was necessary. 2017, like most other years, was filled with high highs and low lows, and that's all part of it. A year goes by in a flash, yet, when you look back upon it, it seems like it took forever. I'll cherish what I learned and experienced in 2017 for a long time to come.

An Interview with NHL Hall of Famer Börje Salming

What an honour to interview NHL Hall of Famer and Toronto Maple Leafs legend, Börje Salming. We talked about life in Toronto, why Stockholm is worth visiting, and more.

Everything You Need to Know About the Toronto Garlic Festival

We're talking all things garlic in this post on Ontario's famous Toronto Garlic Festival. It's heading into its 8th year, and it's going as strong as ever.

Visiting the "EPIC Museum" - Dublin's Irish Emigration Museum

EPIC: The Irish Emigration Museum is a Dublin highlight. It's one of the best museums in Dublin and Ireland, and a must visit. The EPIC museum is epic!

3 Weeks in Vietnam: The Best Places to Visit on Your Ultimate Vietnam Travel Itinerary

Look no further if you want a Vietnam travel itinerary for 3 weeks in Vietnam! The best way you can see the country is to tackle Vietnam north to south, and take it all in! It's one of the most memorable trips I've ever taken, and I want the same for you, so here's all the information you need!

Asia TravelChristopher MitchellNovember 11, 2017Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City, Saigon, Hanoi, Vietnam, Mui Ne, Itinerary

Diving into Istanbul's Grand Bazaar on The History Fangirl Podcast

Appearing on podcasts has been a bit of a trend as of late, especially on the topic of Istanbul! I loved sitting down with Stephanie Craig of The History Fangirl Podcast to go through the history of one of the world's oldest and greatest markets - Istanbul's Grand Bazaar.

Talking Istanbul, Turkey on the Amateur Traveler Podcast

For nearly an hour, I talk all things Istanbul with Chris Christensen on his popular travel podcast known as the "Amateur Traveler Podcast." Listen here!

An Interview with Nomadic Matt: In Depth with the World's Top Travel Blogger

An interview with Matthew Kepnes, better known as Nomadic Matt. We talk about his travel blog, his book, philosophies on travel and more! Here's my interview with Nomadic Matt!

Eating Farm to Table in Orono, Ontario

I’m embracing farm to table in Ontario and Canada and taking a closer look at our food and culture - in the form of a dinner and a fair!

A Feast for the Taste Buds: Exploring Durham Region's Finest!

Exploring the best that Ontario's Durham Region has to offer when it comes to restaurants, breweries, and wineries. The focus is the local approach done well!

My Favourite Way to Save Money on Flights (and Add Some Adventure)

I'd like to think I know a thing or two about travel after all this time. I thought it was about time I shared the way I love to save money on flights. It's not for everyone, but it just might be for you.

Sitting Down with Andrej Kostresevic, a Founder of "Expack"

I caught up with Andrej Kostresevic, a founder of the company Expack, to talk about what the company is all about, and how it aims to bring home to expats one month at a time.

An Interview with Ellis Emmett on his New Show, "Over the Horizon"

Ellis Emmet opens up about his new adventure show Over the Horizon, which chronicles his epic journey to sail around the world. He talks about Season One, which focuses on New Zealand and the beautiful remote islands of the South Pacific.

Basking in the French Countryside with Château Les Carrasses

Château Les Carrasses is an old French wine estate that has been brought up to speed to become top-flight 21st century accommodation. It's like nowhere else.

In High Altitude with Soldeu, Andorra's Park Piolets Hotel

High up in the Pyrenees in the town of Soldeu lies Hotel Piolets Park & Spa. They're a 4 star mountain hotel, and they wanted to prove to me that they're the base camp for adventure in Andorra. Nature lovers be warned, mouth watering may ensue.

The Best Flamenco in Seville: See a Flamenco Show in Seville!

A breakdown of the best flameno in Seville. Seeing a flamenco show in Seville is a must, and here are the shows you should see!

Istanbul Through Instagram (2014-2017)

I trace three years of posts on Instagram to give a behind-the-scenes look at my life during that time period, and, accidentally, show the progression of a city, as it found a place deeper and deeper in my heart.