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Travel diary

Our travel stories and tips

Discover stories from our agency and our advisors: inspiration, first-hand experiences and practical tips to plan your next trip.

Andréa Brouillard

Andréa Brouillard

Three days in Iceland: waterfalls, lagoons and landscapes of fire

A warm itinerary through wild Iceland: grand waterfalls, the Viking Assembly Valley, glacial lagoons, colorful mountains and natural baths. A trip that invites you to dream of a journey where every landscape seems to belong to legend.

Sunrise on a sandy beach with palm trees and seaside huts
Andréa Brouillard

Andréa Brouillard

Iceland in 4 Days: Waterfalls, Lagoons and Volcanic Wonders

An inspiring itinerary through wild Iceland, with spectacular waterfalls, glacial lagoons, colorful highlands and comforting stops.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Toronto in an hour

I set off in Toronto with Hugo, following a DIY route suggested by ChatGPT to see the musts in an hour. Between architecture, the Stanley Cup, and pastries that play hide-and-seek with fruit, the stroll had a bit of r

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A forest walk to the Mirror Lake at Mont-Tremblant

A simple, memorable forest hike with autumn trails, a perfectly calm lake, and a well-deserved little break. Frédéric, Fred, and Claude found an impressive setting and a real moment to unplug.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

A PHP bug, then a clean and quick turnaround

Today, I saw a PHP hiccup settle itself faster than coffee cooling down. With a great team, the problem was fixed simply, without drama, and the mood already hinted at a new vibe.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

When reading opens the road to Charlevoix

I watch my daughter get ready to go on a field trip with her school, and I can already feel the happiness of a visit rooted in a book. This outing to Charlevoix promises an experience that is educational, lively and inspiring

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

5 days in Paris: my unforgettable trip

Between the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Montmartre, Versailles and the small culinary spots, here is the account of a first stay in Paris as rich as it is memorable.

Amina Ouellet

Amina Ouellet

The right moment to offer the passkey

A simple, reassuring path to integrate the passkey at the right moment, without breaking posting momentum or slowing the first experience.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Before the conference: final preparations and game plan

With last-minute prep, quality checks, and team organization in place, everything is set for a smoothly run start and a promising experience.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Bahamas cruise: Great Stirrup Cay, Nassau, and the Norwegian Getaway

I tried a four-day cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line in the Bahamas, between the new water park Great Tides, the beaches of Great Stirrup Cay, a Nassau excursion, and a musical finale aboard the Norwegian Getaway.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

A rainy Sunday in Eastman, from Serres Simard to Dora's donuts

With Florence, I toured Eastman's shops in the rain—from the harvest stand to the pastry shop, cafe, and artisanal bakery—in one day in the Eastern Townships.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

A Decade of Family Travels: Beaches, Cities and Cruises Around the World

A decade of family trips — from beach resorts and European capitals to island cruises across the Caribbean, Norway, Iceland and Japan — told through the small moments that stuck.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Warner Bros. Studio Tour

July 2026

Christian Leclerc

Christian Leclerc

Boris and his strolls, the little dog who loves being outdoors

Follow Boris through his daily walks, from sunlit lawns to well-deserved naps and the small pleasures shared at home.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

A memorable evening at the Exequa event

Looking back on a superb evening spent at the Exequa event with Carole, Lina, Christine and Marie-Claude: warmth, good vibes, and shared moments.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

A Morning Walk Through Old Montréal, From Bonaventure to the River

A relaxed morning stroll through Old Montréal, from the Bonaventure train station down to the old port along the St. Lawrence River.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Meeting with Éric Boissonneau of Voyage Performa at the Air Canada Vacations Show

Live from the parking lot after the Air Canada Vacations event, alongside Éric Boissonneau, owner of Voyage Performa.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

The Blue Bird at the Heart of War

Two sections of a poem where love, song, and war respond to one another. A brief, sensitive article for reading the image of the blue bird as an inner refuge.

View of Majestic Costa Mujeres, host hotel of the VED Congress 2026, basking in the Riviera Maya sun
Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

VED Congress 2026 at Majestic Costa Mujeres — preparations are well under way

The VED team has gone on-site to orchestrate everything before your arrival from September 29 to October 4. A record-breaking event awaits you at Majestic Costa Mujeres.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Shopping for a conference: a mother-daughter day full of frustrations and laughter

Finding the perfect outfit for a conference can quickly become a headache, especially when shops only offer winter wear while we're already looking for summer looks. Despite the attempts, it was disap

The Voyage en Direct team gathered around the Carnet Voyage app during testing
Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Carnet Voyage: the Voyage en Direct team tests its upcoming blog app

Take a behind-the-scenes look at Carnet Voyage, the blog app developed by Voyage en Direct and tested by the whole team before its presentation at the conference.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Blabla test

Un court passage de test suivi d'un échange sur l'envoi d'un email et la question de savoir qui en est à l'origine.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Trip to Japan

5 days on land and 12 days on a cruise ship

Ved Congress 2026 banner, our annual event bringing the teams together.
Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Ved Congress 2026: our big annual gathering

Discover Ved Congress 2026: its highlights, the spirit that drives our teams, and what makes this event a key moment in our year.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

This season's flu: why it's so severe and how to relieve a sore throat

A particularly strong flu is circulating right now. Symptoms, a stubborn sore throat, practical tips, and signs to watch for: here's the essential information.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Fun art activities to do on a rainy day

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

What truly sets birds apart are their feathers

Reptiles and birds lay eggs, but only one group bears feathers. Here's why this detail changes everything in the animal kingdom.

Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Iconic places to visit for a fan of the Once Upon a Time series

Illustration pour devenir conseiller en croisière
Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

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Steaming bowl of homemade chicken soup, loaded with vegetables and chunks of chicken
Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Alicia in the Kitchen: Her Chicken Soup to Beat the Flu

My daughter Alicia is tackling a comforting chicken soup that's said to help fight the flu. Her first try is a bit salty, which she proudly tweaks.

Sunny Sicily landscape in Mediterranean tones, inviting a couple's road trip on the island
Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Road trip in Sicily — a ten-day itinerary for adventurous couples

From Palermo, the cultural hub, to Syracuse, the rustic south, our driving itinerary across Sicily for a week and a half to two weeks, designed for couples.

Colorful Playmobil figurines arranged in an imaginative play scene for kids
Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Playmobil: Tiny figurines, big childhood memories

For more than four decades, Playmobil has accompanied children's play. A look back at their history, their endless possibilities and their benefits.

Urban view of Montreal blending historic architecture with skyscrapers, bathed in late-day light.
Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

7-day Montreal itinerary with offbeat day-by-day activities

A week-long journey to explore the city differently, between hidden lanes, foodie markets and off-the-beaten-path experiences.

Traveler taking in a sweeping view of Peru's rugged Andean landscape on a bright, sunny day.
Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Peruvian Amazon Aboard Aqua Nera and a Colca Canyon Adventure

Sailing the Peruvian Amazon aboard the luxurious Aqua Nera, then discovering Arequipa and the tranquil hot springs of the Colca Valley.

Sunlit family pool, the setting for a peaceful summer weekend in the garden
Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

A dreamy family weekend by the pool

Three days savouring swims, meals outdoors and the little pleasures of the garden, between the trampoline and tending the flowers.

Close‑up portrait of Tigrou, a young spotted Bengal cat, gaze alert and fixed on the camera
Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

Chronicle of a Four‑Pawed Roommate

Three weeks cohabiting with a two‑year‑old Bengal — half intrepid explorer, half proud scaredy‑cat. The account of a very unproductive feline internship.

Panoramic view suggesting the travel horizons opened by the Carinax network
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Carinax: the network revolutionizing travel, from Tenerife to China

Discover how Carinax is transforming travel with an innovative network, from the Canary Islands to China, in partnership with travel agencies and Air Canada.

Header image illustrating the organisation of a congress and the sending of a survey to participants.
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Jean-François and the congress survey: attentive service for property owners

Portrait of a dedicated team member, Jean-François, who makes sure to send the pre-congress survey to the owner to gather their expectations.

House cat sitting by a window in a bright interior.
Anick Dupuis

Anick Dupuis

The benefits of having cats at home

Gentle, independent and comforting, cats bring more than just a lovable presence to the home. Here’s why living with a feline can truly improve everyday life.