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Not a fan of airport food? Try one of these for a whole new outlook on dining while waiting for your flight....

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SO MUCH MORE THAN A COOKBOOK ... discover the food, restaurants and cafes in your favourite Paris neighbourhoods ... and learn how to be a better cook than you already are ...

The white, fall anemones at LA FOCE in Tuscany are a fine example of neutral shades. Another superb example is the white garden at SISSINGHURST in Kent. See what CANADIAN GARDENING has to say about neutrals.

WHERE IS YOUR MOST BEAUTIFUL GARDEN IN THE WORLD? The New York Times has called Ninfa the most beautiful garden in the world and Italy has designated it as a natural monument. These unique and romantic gardens are located an hour south of Rome in the ruins of the ancient city of Ninfa. With the mountains behind and the sea a few miles away, the geographic location provides a mild climate, gentle rains and protection from windsmuch like a natural green house. Most plants grow... to three times their normal size and outlive the average lifespan of their species. This magnificent balance of chaos and harmony boasts such features as pathways of roses through nature-covered ancient ruins shaded by maples and banana trees. Every month of the year presents a new magic. Visits are limited and a guide is required. For more information and beautiful photos, go to the official website http://www.fondazionecaetani.org/index.php See more

We know Paris as the City of Lights. It is also the city of wonderful food. But how to choose the best places to go for cheese, pastry, bread, chocolate, wine or dinner can be a challenge with so many choices on offer. Take a look at my favourite website for navigating THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF FOOD IN PARIS!

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BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR PASSPORT EXPIRY DATE! For example passengers travelling to Belgium, the Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain and Switzerland must have passports that are valid for at least three months beyond the expected date of return. Passengers without valid travel documents will be refused boarding or entry into the destination country.

8 Magnificent Skywalks of the world...and 2 are in Canada!

LA PROMENADE PLANTEE, PARIS When strolling in Paris, what better place than La Promenade Plantee. Once the only elevated public park in the world, La Promenade has inspired urban designers, architects and gardeners throughout the world. Built atop an ancient railway viaduct, it provides a delightful vantage point for the architecture of the eastern districts. Even on a cloudy day, this 4.5 km hallway of horticulture is restful and intriguing. Along the walk you will find ar...bours, narrow ponds and hundreds of vibrant perennials, roses, acanthus, lime trees, triton, bamboo, chestnuts, cherries, vines, among others. Designed by Philippe Mattieux and Jacques Vergely in 1988, The Promenade includes a lower level where the Viaduct des Arts studios showcase the work of cabinet makers, sculptors, ceramicists, tapestry-makers, violin and flute makers and other artisans. The main stairway to this contemporary Parisian landmark is at Avenue Daumesnil. Take the Bastille Metro line 1 or 5. Or..join me there on our Gorgeous Garden and Great Neighbourhoods of Paris tour in April, 2015! See more