Author Archive for Sandra Potter
5 of the best extreme ski runs in Canada
By Sandra Potter on Dec 14, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Canada, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel
Canada has some great, well known ski resorts such as Whistler Blackcomb on the west coast and Banff Lake Louise in the Alberta Rockies, but also many superb lesser known ones such as Panorama in the BC Rockies. They are not short of steep terrain but which resorts offer the most extreme ski run experience 
Ski the Summit: the top 5
By Sandra Potter on Nov 16, 2017 in Colorado, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA
New flights into the mile-high city of Denver have made access into the snow-sure Colorado resorts easier than ever and from Denver the only way is up and along the I-70 to the aptly named Summit County comprising no less than 12 ski resorts. At 2,926 metres, Breckenridge is the highest ski resort village: nearby 
Top 5 luxury ranches in North America
By Sandra Potter on Oct 14, 2017 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Canada, Leisure Travel, Montana, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Wyoming
That is quite a bold claim and of course, it is subjective, but I think these are the best. They vary in size and facilities but they all offer exemplary service, excellent food, good riding and the wonderful chance to be the cowboy of one’s childhood dreams. A ranch holiday is a wonderful thing as 
Luxury experiences in California that are not to be missed
By Sandra Potter on Sep 26, 2017 in Attractions, California, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA
California, home to the stars and to some of the best natural wonders, food and wine in the world as well. You can think of Hollywood, Yosemite National Park, the Redwoods and the wineries. But how best to see and better still experience these glories. Here are some of my favourite ways to spend a 
Ride the open roads of the US and Canada
By Sandra Potter on Aug 16, 2017 in California, Canada, Colorado, Events, Leisure Travel, Montana, Nevada, North America, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Wyoming
What better way to explore the open roads of the US and Canada than on a motor bike? Imagine the curves in the Rocky Mountains, the long straight sections of Route 66, or biking the Big Sur on the Californian Coast. There are three ways to organise this. You can rent a motorcycle and head off 
5 reasons to visit the Deep South
By Sandra Potter on Jul 15, 2017 in Alabama, Events, Food and Drink, Georgia, Leisure Travel, Louisiana, Mississippi, North America, South Carolina, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA
There are dozens of reason to visit America’s Deep South, all of them valid. The first thing is to decide which States comprise the Deep South. For me, and this is totally subjective, they are Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, South Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee. I think these typify the sense of fun, the music, the variety 
British Columbia's undiscovered gems - a ski safari
By Sandra Potter on Jun 21, 2017 in Canada, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel
If you like small resorts with huge dumps of snow, small numbers of skiers and large amounts of sunshine, look no further than the sunny side of the Rockies. Each of the resorts has enough to keep you happy for a week, but in my opinion, it ismore fun to take a two-week holiday, a 
Cruise the mighty North American rivers
By Sandra Potter on May 15, 2017 in Canada, Cruises & Boat Travel, Florida, Idaho, Mississippi, New York, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA
The rivers of North America have long been transport routes. They helped the early travellers explore the continent. Today they are a marvellous way to slowly explore the countryside. Is it the Mississippi in the south or the St. Lawrence in the north that pulls at your heart strings? let us look at the options. 
Springtime and flowers: gardens to visit in North America
By Sandra Potter on Apr 30, 2017 in Attractions, California, Canada, Going Out, North America, Regions, Rhode Island, USA
Springtime in England means blossom on our trees and flowers in our gardens; it also turns our minds to holidays and for the gardeners among us, perhaps the need for inspiration from gardens around the world. Here are some ideas of gardens to visit in North America. The Butchart Gardens in Victoria BC are for 
How to make the most of your trip to Niagara Falls
By Sandra Potter on Mar 24, 2017 in Attractions, Canada, Going Out, New York, North America, Regions, USA
Niagara Falls is one of the most spectacular sights you will ever see. Did you know that there are even more ways to experience the Falls, more attractions and that there have been some changes? The Journey Behind the Falls with its sights and sounds of thundering water assailing all your senses is still 
I want a ranch holiday... what sort of ranch do I want?
By Sandra Potter on Feb 01, 2017 in Accommodation, Idaho, Montana, North America, Regions, Resorts, USA, Wyoming
The answer will depend, as always, as to who you are and what you would like from your holiday. Ranches in both the US and Canada are broadly split into four types which range from simple accommodation on working ranches to luxurious accommodation with spas and every wish catered for. The only common denominator is 
How to spoil your Valentine 8 ways
By Sandra Potter on Jan 15, 2017 in Canada, Colorado, Nevada, New York, North America, Regions, Rhode Island, USA
How to find somewhere special for Valentine’s day is one of life’s challenges. When roses and chocolates are just not enough, where can you go to spoil your loved one? How to find the right balance between romantic luxury, fun, memorable but not over the top? Heading across the Atlantic is always a special treat. 
The famous five: 5 family holiday ideas for 2017
By Sandra Potter on Dec 26, 2016 in Attractions, California, Canada, Family Travel, Going Out, Massachusetts, New York, North America, Regions, South Carolina, Speciality Travel, USA
Time to think of travel plans for 2017. Where to take the family for a luxurious and memorable holiday? The USA and Canada has many of the answers. With wide open spaces, lots of variety, there is plenty to do to keep the whole family entertained. Take the grandparents, take the children, there is fun 
6 of the best ski resorts in North America
By Sandra Potter on Nov 15, 2016 in Canada, Colorado, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA
Nights are drawing in and frost is in the air. Time to be thinking about where to ski this season. Forget Brexit, forget the US election; get out the wax and get planning. For the best skiing in North America you have to head to the west, to the Rockies and beyond. Here is where you 
