Michael Johnsen of California U.S.A.

30. Featured Traveller 

 Michael Johnsen

Information Technology : Traveller
California U.S.A.

"Travelling comes in three ways, it's either business, pleasure, or both" ~ 
Freddie Miranda 2013 

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Pops, as he is fondly called, started travelling for more than forty years for work. His passion in international travel started twenty years ago and keeps growing. He will continue exploring Australia and New Zealand but will make sure he is back to Germany in September during the Oktoberfest. Pops is half Danish and half Italian having grandparents who all came from Europe. He has been visiting both sides of the relatives for years and every country between and around Denmark and Italy.

For the record, Pops has travelled to Mexico, Canada, Iceland, Ireland, England, France, Germany, Italy, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Monaco, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Austria, Singapore, China, Malaysia, South Korea, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Panama and Czech Republic.

His work took him to Asia where he travelled to Singapore and Malaysia for a span of twenty years. He'd been to China eleven times which he admitted is a combination of both work and pleasure. It is interesting to know that while in China, he travelled all over the country by train and that is what he is sharing with you in the second part of his journey.

Best Things To Do On A Summer Vacation To Canada

Written by Zoya Jazmin

The summer season in Canada is one of the popular times in exploring the wide range of remote and urban destinations for adventure that are available in the country. Though the winter season brings along its fair share of charms the months of June to August is the biggest draw for the tourists. While the inflated bills and spillover crowds at all tourist destinations are a drawback, the pleasantly warm weather with an assortment of activities to undertake more than makes up for the unfavourable situation.

West Hawk Lake ~ Whiteshell Provincial Park - Manitoba, CANADA Photo Credit : Wikimedia

Popular activities for the Canadian summer:

When it comes to spending a summer vacation in Canada, both its locals and visitors prefer heading out to the remote locations to enjoy a moment of relaxation at the lakeside resorts and cottages. Camping, water sports, canoeing, mountain biking and hiking are popular activities pursued all over the country. The more urban destinations such as Vancouver, Montreal and Toronto host numerous summer festivals and events to get into the party mood for the season.

Best ideas for a summer vacation in Canada: 

Spending a summer vacation in the country can include a whale safari in eastern Quebec, taking a ride on the railroad through the scenic Rockies or simply scouting through the shopping district of Toronto.

Escape to sunny Bermuda for $213 via Air Canada

Now is the chance for you to discover the land of pink sand beaches, friendly people and old-world charm of Bermuda.

Photo Credit: Wikipedia

Air Canada offers the most service to Bermuda from Canada with year-round non-stop flights from Toronto. When you fly with Air Canada, great fares are only the beginning. Add to that personal touch-screen TVs at every seat, power outlets within easy reach and Aeroplan Miles.

Take advantage of this week's special offers. One way ticket from Toronto to Bermuda is only $213. Air transportation charges, taxes, fees and charges are included in the total price.

Are You Travelling? Here are SomeTravel Tips ~ Planning Your Trip

Hello fellow travellers! 

We are creating tips that will be very helpful when you travel. This will serve as reference before, during, and after your journey. We are categorizing each one to make it easier for you. 

The same is true with the deals that we are posting on a daily basis. Deals and offers that will help you plan your trips, now and in the near future.....

If you want to share quality tips and deals with your fellow travellers, feel free to send an email to: fromatravellersdesk(at)gmail(dot)com.

This will be the first of a series of our Useful Travel Tips. Stay tuned!

Planning Your Trip

• Do your research. Don't buy a guidebook and assume you are prepared
• Don't follow the map: sometimes getting lost is a great way to find amazing places that are not mentioned in tourism guides 
• Read travel tips and reviews online and post questions to travel forums
• Ask your friends and family for recommendations of safe places/areas to visit, as well as areas to avoid

Save 45% during the Niagara's Icewine Festival

To the wine enthusiasts and to those who really want to taste the real wines of Niagara, this is your chance to savour the wines that can only be found in Canada. Have a look and avail of this exclusive tour offer from BuzTour.

People - Cheers - Wine : Photo Credit: BuzTour

The regular price of the wine tour is $149 which is reduced to $78 per person, a more than 45% discounted price. The offer includes a full day wine tasting tour with BuzTour, round trip bus transportation from Toronto, Mississauga and King City to Niagara. You will also enjoy the wine tastings and food pairings at five wineries, namely: 

• Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate Winery
• Inniskillin Winery
• Chateau des Charmes
• Flat Rock Cellars 
• Vineland Estates

This offer is valid January 18 or 19 only and be aware of the following important information: