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 Rock beachside restaurant in Zanzibar, Tanzania.

Hot Shots: The Rock restaurant in Zanzibar, Tanzania

During high tide, the only way to get to the Rock restaurant is by boat.

Published: Wednesday 1st April 2020
The Beatles' Abbey Road crossing gets a repaint

Abbey Road repaints the Beatles' popular crossing while the U.K. is on lockdown

A highway maintenance crew took advantage of the quiet streets of London to give the iconic Abbey Road crossing a fresh coat of paint.

Published: Tuesday 31st March 2020
Tuscon, Arizona guide

How to eat and drink your way through Tucson, Arizona

Tucson was the first U.S. entry on UNESCO’s City of Gastronomy list. We navigate the interconnected web of artisans to find out why.

Published: Tuesday 25th February 2020
St. Vincent and the Grenadines

Yacht more do you want?: We take a private charter to St. Vincent and the Grenadines

We attempt to gain our sealegs and disconnect from modern life on a truly off-the-grid excursion around the islands of St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

Published: Tuesday 14th January 2020
Quebec City guide

Winging it: Quebec City

We head to Quebec’s capital city and detail a whirlwind itinerary that combines glimpses of history with cutting-edge gourmet experiences.

Published: Wednesday 18th December 2019
Queen Victoria Market

Visit this open-air market for food, brews and kangaroos

Covering ten football fields, Melbourne’s sprawling Queen Victoria Market can be daunting. Luckily, we've got you covered.

Published: Tuesday 12th November 2019
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Cash or Crunch: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Get off the beach and enjoy everything Rio has to offer – from habitable hostels to tasting menus – whether you’re feeling spendy or on a budget.

Published: Monday 4th November 2019
FlyGTA

In Transit: FlyGTA

We discover the perks of travelling to Niagara on one of FlyGTA’s eight-seater planes.

Published: Tuesday 15th October 2019
Saguenay Lac-Saint-Jean, Quebec

Winging It: Saguenay Lac-Saint-Jean

We find outdoor adventure close to home in Saguenay Lac-Saint-Jean, a rugged, lesser-visited region of central Quebec.

Published: Monday 9th September 2019
Sandals Montego Bay Jamaica

Sandals Montego Bay – Montego Bay, Jamaica

The first-ever Sandals resort has been brought into the modern age with an elevated gourmet program that lets foodies dine at 20 restaurants over two hotels.

Published: Tuesday 27th August 2019
Saskatoon Restaurant guide

Night on the 'Toon: Where to eat and drink in Saskatoon

From all-local bread to up-and-coming breweries, Katie Bridges finds out what makes Saskatoon a prairie gem.

Published: Tuesday 13th August 2019
Punta Gorda Florida things to do

Winging It: Punta Gorda, Florida

Miami and Orlando get the headlines, but we think Punta Gorda deserves special attention for food.

Published: Monday 5th August 2019
Florida-alligator-adventure

Gator-aid: Getting up close and personal with Florida's alligators

Katie Bridges takes her fear of reptiles in hand – and then cradles an alligator – as she tours Florida’s ecologically important Everglades.

Published: Tuesday 9th July 2019

Room Service: Drake Motor Inn – Prince Edward County

The Drake adds to its PEC roster with a nostalgic nod to the golden era of motels.

Published: Thursday 20th June 2019
The Wyvern Hotel – Punta Gorda, FL

Room Service: The Wyvern Hotel – Punta Gorda, FL

This laid back boutique property offers harbour views, live music and rooftop cocktails in a charming and undiscovered part of southwest Florida.

Published: Tuesday 21st May 2019
Turks and Caicos' changing culinary scene

Coming out of its shell: Turks and Caicos' changing culinary scene

As the Turks and Caicos takes off as a luxury culinary-travel destination, we meet the chefs working to keep a local element in the country’s dining.

Published: Tuesday 16th April 2019
jw-marriott-marco-island-beach-resort

Room Service: JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort

This idyllic spot in Florida offers miles of pristine private beach, fine dining and plenty of R&R opportunities – or access the Everglades adventures on its doorstep.

Published: Tuesday 9th April 2019

Winging It: Rochester, NY

We take you around the lake to eat and drink your way through Rochester, a revived American city.

Published: Monday 25th February 2019
The Crane Resort, Barbados

Room Service: The Crane Resort – Barbados

The Caribbean’s oldest continually operating hotel offers guests enough amenities that they never need to leave their perch on the southeast end of the island.

Published: Monday 7th January 2019
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Room Service: The Shore Club Turks & Caicos

Kite-surfing in turquoise waters on a secluded beach and Peruvian-Japanese fine dining conspire to put this luxury resort at the top of the Turks and Caicos bucket list.

Published: Tuesday 13th November 2018