Katie Bridges

Katie Bridges

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Katie Bridges quit her job to go backpacking in South America in 2010 and hasn't been able to cure her wanderlust ever since — which could explain how the Brit wound up in Canada. Though her roots are firmly planted in Toronto, her passport is constantly filling up with stamps. Vietnam is her favourite country and she is never not searching for the perfect bowl of bun cha.

Katie Bridges's articles

The Flotation Therapy at Elmwood Spa's new Resonance wellness space

This beloved Toronto spa just got a major wellness upgrade

Elmwood Spa just added Resonance, a science-backed wellness space, to its already tempting offerings.

Published: Monday 3rd August 2026
Grey County | A hand drizzles sauce over steak at Down Home in Grey County

Grey County is the next big food destination: Here's where to eat, drink and stay

We head north towards Georgian Bay and discover an unexpected gem with a burgeoning food scene.

Published: Monday 4th May 2026
Los Cabos | Two paddle boarders paddle their way through the Arch of Cabo San Lucas

What to see, sip and explore in jaw-dropping Los Cabos

At the tip of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula, Katie Bridges discovers adventure, relaxation and a dining scene that’s as vibrant as the coastline.

Published: Monday 2nd February 2026
Olympics Italy | An aerial view of Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy

The Great Northern Italy Winter Escape — Your Guide to the Olympics Italy

Ahead of the Winter Olympics Italy, taking place February 6–22 at sites across Lombardy and Northeast Italy, we share what to do, eat and drink in each region.

Published: Friday 5th December 2025

5 St. Catharines restaurants you have to try on a weekender

In St. Catharines, we find an understated food culture that over-delivers at every meal, from morning danishes to nightcaps with friends.

Published: Monday 6th October 2025
Liamuiga Natural Farms | A man's hand serves two glasses filled with mango, lime and ice at Liamuiga Natural Farms

We head 1,500 feet above sea level for a taste of St. Kitts

Perched 1,500 feet up a mountain, we experience Liamuiga Natural Farms, a working coffee farm that blends regenerative agriculture with unforgettable jungle dining.

Published: Tuesday 23rd September 2025
We check out a Nordic spa hotel in Caledon | The Liberty Inn spa with hot tub, sauna and cold plunge

Unwind in style at this Nordic spa hotel in Caledon

Nestled in the woods just outside of Caledon, The Liberty Inn has repurposed one of the oldest brick and stone buildings in Canada to stunning effect.

Published: Tuesday 27th May 2025
Touch Massage Bar | The seated massage area at Touch Massage Bar in midtown

I took a timeout at Touch Massage Bar’s midtown oasis

With a gorgeous beach club aesthetic, experienced massage therapists and tea on tap, there's plenty to love about Touch Massage Bar's new Eglinton location.

Published: Thursday 17th April 2025
A bright yoga studio at Chi Junky

IYKYK: Find zen at Leslieville's hidden movement studio

Chi Junky in Leslieville isn’t your average yoga studio — the name of the game here is “healthy debauchery.”

Published: Monday 3rd March 2025
Nunavik | The bright green and sometimes purple ribbons of the aurora borealis (Northern Lights)

Embrace the Chill: Why Nunavik should be on your 2025 bucket list

Up in Quebec’s Far North, Nunavik is a true winter wonderland, with wild landscapes unlike anywhere else and a vibrant Inuit culture waiting to welcome you.

Published: Thursday 19th December 2024
A breathtaking bird's eye view of St. Kitts

This slice of paradise has lush landscapes and relaxing vibes

St. Kitts is impossible to resist from the moment we arrive, and offers a more authentic vacation than its heavy-hitting Caribbean neighbours.

Published: Tuesday 24th September 2024
Trove Toronto | The firepit is the centrepiece of the IV Therapy Lounge

I tried IV therapy and more at Trove Toronto wellness centre — here's how it went

Cold plunges, hypnotherapy, Himalayan salt caves and sound baths are on offer at Trove, Toronto's downtown one-stop wellness centre. I tried IV vitamin therapy for the first time — this was my experience.

Published: Thursday 4th July 2024
The front desk inside the Sutton Place Hotel Toronto

A major hotel brand just returned to Toronto — we take a look around

Canadian hotel brand Sutton Place has opened its first Toronto location in over a decade. I check in to Sutton Place Hotel Toronto on King West to see what all the fuss is about.

Published: Monday 11th March 2024
New Toronto hotels | The rendered exterior of Nobu Toronto, coming in 2024

New Toronto hotels and Ontario hotels that we're checking into in 2024

We've rounded up the most exciting new Toronto hotels and openings in the province this year, plus a couple of recent gems that you should add to your staycation list.

Published: Friday 26th January 2024
Hotel Zed Tofino | A woman lounges inside the barrel sauna and admires the rainforest view

Hotel Zed in Tofino might actually make you want to stay indoors

Tofino might be known for its wild scenery and outdoor pursuits, but Hotel Zed has enough quirky design and fun amenities to keep you on the premise.

Published: Monday 18th December 2023
Veja X Reformation Sneakers | A woman is seated wearing a watch and sneakers

These sustainable sneakers will take you from the airport to the bar in style

Reformation has teamed up with French sneaker brand Veja to create a sustainable and trendy shoe that might just be the only pair you need to pack all trip.

Published: Friday 27th October 2023
Tenorio Volcano National Park, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Nature meets luxury in the Papagayo Peninsula, Costa Rica

We head to the Papagayo Peninsula in northwestern Costa Rica for luxury stays and some of the world’s most untouched natural beauty. Here's what to see, eat and do.

Published: Thursday 5th October 2023
Old town on the Douro River, Porto, Portugal

How to spend a perfect 72 hours in Porto, Portugal

We take you on a three-day itinerary around Porto, Portugal, the home of port and one of Europe’s most charming cities.

Published: Monday 25th September 2023
The Mobile Mixer | Owners, Stefan and Amanda

This couple turned their love for travelling the open road into a career

After globetrotting for years, Amanda Di Marchi and Stefan Cosma turned their passion for travel into The Mobile Mixer, Southern Ontario's premier event mobile bartending experience.

Published: Friday 22nd September 2023

Falling head over heels for Niagara

Katie Bridges heads to Niagara for conservation trails and hikes, fall colours — followed by a toast at some award-winning wineries, naturally.

Published: Monday 11th September 2023