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How to spend 3 days in Tulum, Mexico
As a lover of margaritas and tacos, Mexico has been high on my travel list for some time. When an opportunity came to travel to Central America, I just had to go! Here’s your guide for 3 days in Tulum. While in Whistler, Canada, I met some friends who had plans to head south to Central America after their ski training. Keen to jump on the bandwagon, I got to planning a trip of my own. The next thing I know, I’m at Cancun airport meeting my friend, Coral, who’s just flown in from the UK. Our trip began with 3 days in Tulum, before moving on to Isla Holbox…
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Ski Instructor Course: All you need to know
So, you’re thinking about becoming a ski instructor. Or maybe you just want to improve your skiing. Well, a ski instructor course may be just right for you. I’ve been thinking about becoming a ski instructor for the last 5 years. It’s something that’s been playing on my mind. I put it aside often believing it wasn’t the right time, perhaps not the right career choice, I wasn’t a good enough skier or was just too late. After completing the summer in Cornwall working for Global Boarders Surf Company, I realised I loved working outside and relished the chance to teach someone a skill they perhaps didn’t think they could…
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Where to eat in Whistler: The 12 Best Foodie Spots
Skiing is hungry work! So it’s only right to enjoy some delicious food while you fuel up. During my 2 months in Whistler (training as a ski instructor), we often cooked at home for one another, but there was also ample opportunity to try some of the many restaurants in the town. This is your guide on where to eat in Whistler. Where to eat in Whistler Purebread For baked goods, head to Purebread and be amazed by the overwhelming choices available. The display counter is covered in your every baked good wish, from almond croissants to brownies, scones, cakes, cookies, pastries and bread, you can’t make a bad choice…
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How to make Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chocolate chip cookies are a classic. Nothing beats when a fresh batch is pulled out of the oven, the smell wafting through the house, and you dip one into the perfect cup of tea. This recipe is super easy and a great route into baking if you’re new to the scene. Within a couple of steps, you’ll have delicious cookie dough that’s ready for the oven. Once baked, these cookies will last a good few days in an air tight container. Unless, of course, you’re anything like my family and the batch will be devoured within a matter of minutes. There’s just something about cookies and their moorish-ness which makes…
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Whistler: Your Ultimate Guide
Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, you’ll find the quaint village of Whistler. This ski town is the largest resort in North America with 2 mountains of Whistler and Blackcomb combined. With so much skiing to cover, bars and restaurants to choose from and non-skiing activities to revel in, it’s easy to be overwhelmed. This guide will provide you with all the information you need to ensure the best time in Whistler. How to get there From Vancouver, it’s roughly a 2-hour transfer up to the mountains. The best option is to book a one-way ticket from the airport to Whistler for $35 with EPIC Rides. If you’re…
