There are so many lakes in Banff National Park that it can be difficult to know which ones to head to when you visit. There are however the big 3; the obvious choices that everyone should make their way to[…]
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Sea Lions At Pier 39 In San Francisco
When you’re heading to a city one of the last things that you expect to see is wildlife. You will of course see the inevitable city pigeon, the occasional rat and perhaps a stray cat but certainly not much more[…]
Finding Calm At The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden In Vancouver
Vancouver is probably our favourite city in the world. It has it all. Beaches, mountains, harbours, parks, history, newness, jobs and a fantastic food and drink offering. Seriously, what’s not to like about this incredible place? Hidden amongst all of[…]
Observing The Seals At The Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery
If you’ve previously read Ambition Earth you’ll know that we drove the famous Highway 1 in California from Santa Monica to San Francisco. Highway 1, or the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) as it’s more commonly known offered some of the[…]
Visiting the Thomas Jefferson Memorial in Washington DC
When visiting Washington D.C. as a tourist there are a number of unavoidable attractions that the US’s capital city has to offer. The White House, the Christmas Tree, the Capital Building and the Washington Monument certainly all stand out however[…]
Hiking To The Toe Of Canada’s Athabasca Glacier
Heading to Canada means outdoor activities. Fact. With so many beautiful landscapes, lakes and mountains to discover there really is very little reason to stick to a single location or indeed hole up in a city hotel for too long.[…]
Driving The Pacific Coast Highway From Santa Monica To San Francisco
Following our 3 night stay in Santa Monica we started the third leg of our honeymoon in America by driving 420 miles of the California coast along the Pacific Coast Highway (route 1) to San Francisco! With the route being so long[…]
Visiting The Beautifully Blue Peyto Lake In Banff National Park
In 2017 we headed to Canada and explored the sights and sounds of Banff National Park. Surrounded by incredible views of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, Banff National Park was simply breathtaking but more so for the beautiful lakes that were[…]
Living The SoCal Life On The Santa Monica Boardwalk
When you think of California, girls in hot pants on roller skates, fitness buffs working out on the beach front and long stretches of palm tree lined golden sand come to mind. I thought that was just a stereotype however[…]
Hiking To The Mistaya Canyon In Banff National Park
Whilst exploring Canada and the Rocky Mountains you’ll be hard pressed to find somewhere that doesn’t offer you a lake to walk around, river to canoe in, wildlife to observe or breathtaking view to feel humbled by. They are around[…]
Stopping In At Santa Barbara Beach & Harbour – A Must Visit West Coast Town
Whilst driving the Pacific Coast Highway from Santa Monica to San Francisco along Route 1, I stopped at Santa Barbara for a couple of hours to walk along the seafront and grab a bite to eat at the harbour. Parking[…]
Hiking From Lake Louise To Lake Agnes Tea House
If you are planning to explore Alberta in Canada this year I’m almost certain that you will have already added Lake Louise to your list of destinations. There are actually very few things to do in Lake Louise town itself so chances[…]
Roxy Burger – The Best Burgers In Vancouver?
Whilst exploring cities around the world you’ve got to eat! That’s a no brainier. However there’s always that strong temptation to go out for dinner at some of the top rated restaurants from guide books or those places that you’ve[…]
A Little American History At The Old Farmers Market In Los Angeles
Whilst in California we decided to go on bus tour with Surf City Tours from where we were staying in Santa Monica across to Hollywood via Los Angeles and Beverly Hills. Along the route there were lots of stopping points[…]
Top Things To Do In Vancouver This Year
If you’re planning a trip to the west coast of Canada this year make sure you head to the city of Vancouver. With its modern architecture, diverse communities and coastal views this is a city that you cannot afford to[…]
Climbing To The Top Of New York’s Iconic Empire State Building
Last year I visited New York for the first time as part of my honeymoon and being a proper British tourist I decided to visit all of the key tourist sights. One of the main attractions was of course the[…]
Canoeing The Bow River In Banff
When most people think about Banff the immediate association is with it being a world renowned ski resort. And it really is fantastic for skiing when the snow has come down. What it is also good for however are other[…]
Staying At Aria In Tower Suites – The Best Hotel In Las Vegas?
Last year I headed to Las Vegas for 3 nights as part of my honeymoon to experience a little bit of what Sin City had to offer. With it being a special occasion I booked Aria as it felt a[…]
Visiting The Breathtaking Lake Louise In Banff National Park
When heading out to the Canadian Rockies you quickly find that there are so many lakes in Alberta that it can feel a little overwhelming to know which ones you should take the time out to visit. There are however plenty[…]
Hiking The Johnston Canyon Trail In Banff National Park
The Johnston Canyon trail in Banff National Park is a great way to spend a couple of hours either by yourself, with family/friends or with your favourite canine. Located just outside of Banff, Johnston Canyon is an easy excursion to[…]