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My original sil_writerbydesign account was hacked on March 30, 2022. I did regain possession but in the interim created a new account. You can follow me at Sil_inToronto or at this one. Email me at sil@writerbydesign.ca

How does a small, unassuming 4 km island off the gulf of Naples become the Italian Cultural Capital for 2022? Procida’s volcanic origin is about to erupt upon the world stage with the official inauguration of this first-time win for an island o

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Happy month of February everyone! Since January was challenging on a variety of levels—from the brutal weather to the millionth wave packed with political divisiveness and toxicity, I thought I would revive my Travel By Calendar series to remin

Mid-January blues anyone? Let this latest blog post from one of my favourite travel writers Maureen Littlejohn whisk you away to the Dolomites for some fashionable ski time on the slopes. La settimana bianca is an Italian winter ritual and many flock

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Visited the Picasso: Painting The Blue Period exhibit today. It focuses on the early works of the modernist artist, from 1901 to 1904 moving between Paris and Barcelona, Picasso’s signature blue period grapples with gritty topics like poverty,

Always a treat to check out the holiday media preview @homesensecanada So many wonderful gift ideas for everyone on your list. This year we can actually celebrate the season and give the gifts in person! 🥳🤩 Thank you #myhomesense PR peeps for the i

I am back home and adjusting to Toronto life after three action-packed weeks filled with beautiful sights and experiences. I woke up this morning thinking about the many dear old friends & family I had the pleasure of seeing and reconnecting with