Fun and Cheap Ways to Experience Nature’s Thrills
Nature offers a wealth of thrilling experiences that don’t have to cost a fortune. From hiking breathtaking trails to exploring hidden gems in your local
Nature offers a wealth of thrilling experiences that don’t have to cost a fortune. From hiking breathtaking trails to exploring hidden gems in your local
Planning a trip is one of the things that can inject the excitement back into life. When work is starting to get you down and
It’s not hard to find the best graffiti spots in Toronto. Over the years, Toronto has joined the international ranks of London, New York and
Canada is best known for its nature. From the Rocky Mountains to our old growth forests, iconic wildlife and northern lights, Canada is truly a
London is a bucket list item for most travellers. With the iconic red phone booths, Big Ben, and the hustle and bustle of an eclectic
Canada is best known for its nature. From the Rocky Mountains to our old growth forests, iconic wildlife and northern lights, Canada is truly a
Packing carry-on only is a basically a superpower. You can avoid pesky airport scenarios like losing your luggage, being charged an overweight fee for checked baggage
“A gluten- and dairy-intolerant vegetarian and her vegan boyfriend go to Austria for a weekend” sounds like the run-up for a bad joke. In the
It’s my first post of 2017, and what better way to start off the New Year than with an award! (The Golden Globes are just
It’s no secret that London is one of my favourite cities in the world. Its world-class museums, fabulous weekend markets and beautiful architecture could keep you entertained for
Sierra Leone is a country with little tourism, as civil wars have made it inaccessible for many years, but it could well become a favourite
In the heart of Morocco, Marrakech is THE flagship destination of the Maghreb! With ideal weather all year round, and only a 3-hour flight from
Packing carry-on only is a basically a superpower. You can avoid pesky airport scenarios like losing your luggage, being charged an overweight fee for checked baggage and lugging around
Acne-prone, oily skin can be hard to deal with on a regular basis. It’s even more difficult to deal with when you’re traveling. Traveling is stressful:
Although many people would argue that crowds are a quintessential part of the New York experience, it’s safe to say that most New Yorkers will
Looking to escape the Toronto heat this summer? What better way that to hop the ferry to Toronto Island! With beautiful sandy beaches, plenty of
Toronto is known for many things- the CN Tower, the Maple Leafs, Drake, the Weeknd, Kensington Market, to name a few- but a castle may not
There are two main passes between the Alberta side of the rockies and the British Columbia: Rogers Pass and Coquihalla Pass. Rogers Pass is found in
New York City is one of those places where it’s easy to be overwhelmed, turned around and lost- especially for first-timers. The city is essentially
The train schedule billboard inside Grand Central Station / Grand Central Terminal in New York City. Photo by Deni Verklan. © The Full-Time Tourist, 2016.
Welcome to a new series on The Full-Time Tourist! I thought that as I’ve explored many of Toronto’s neighbourhoods since moving here three years ago,
All it took was a single Instagram photo to convince me that I needed to go to the Scarborough Bluffs this summer. The dramatic view
Ever wonder what would happen if you shut down the streets leading into the pedestrian hub of Toronto? That’s basically what Kensington Market Pedestrian Sunday is
Brunch is the most important meal of the day! So when my friend was recently diagnosed with Coeliac’s disease and was told to cut gluten
New York City has always held a place close to my heart since my first visit last August for my birthday. So naturally, when my
Hi there! I’m Deni Verklan, a Canadian freelance journalist and blogger with a passion for travel, photography, writing, and gluten-free & plant-based foods. (Though that last one is more of a necessity.) The Full-Time Tourist is a travel blog for those who love to travel, but want to stick to a budget, and for those traveling with food allergies/dietary restrictions. Here you will find my travel stories, city/neighbourhood guides, travel tips, lifestyle tips and gluten-free & plant-based recipes.
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