Parmjit (Parm) Parmar

As we all know, family travel is a massive market for travel advisors, especially during Spring Break. Time- crunched, two-parent working families often need a helping hand in planning their spring getaway. It’s a tremendous opportunity for advisors to provide expert advice, plan activities for children and ensure every family member is getting what they need.

Over the last two decades I’ve been a frequent traveller to the Caribbean Islands – somehow Turks and Caicos never appeared on my radar. On my recent visit, I saw how much this popular destination has evolved, so much more than my expectation of an underpopulated series of Islands.
Turks and Caicos consists of seven main islands, 40 smaller uninhabited islands and cays and eight inhabited. This tropical paradise is a British Territory, located in the West Indies just south of the Bahamas.
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Parm Parmar of Blue Planet Adventure shares the best things to do in Cartagena, Colombia.
Cartagena de Indias is the jewel in Columbia’s crown. This seaside city is rich with maritime history and bustling with adventure, charm and a past filled with pirates.
The Best Things to do in Cartagena
Founded in 1533 by Spanish commander Pedro de Heredia, the city grew prosperous quickly and with the new found riches, came the threat of attacks from marauding sea pirates.
After multiple attacks, Carta...

Located west of Trinidad and Tobago, Grenada is a beautiful island nation filled with picture perfect harbours, sandy beaches, rich history, and a lush landscape.
Things to do in Grenada
France and Britain fought over it through the 17th and 18th century. The British had ownership until 1974 when Grenada gained its independence.
Best time to visit Grenada:
The best time to visit Grenada is Dece...

Winter is an amazing time of year if you embrace the colder climate. You can take part in fun activities like snowshoeing, skiing and snow tubing! Or for the less adventurous, making snow angels or just enjoying the fresh air!

When dressing for the cold, you want to keep as much of your body covered. Layering is important in case of temperature extremes and go for moisture wicking, warm underclothes and waterproof outerwear whenever possible. Whatever your reason for being outside in the cold...

When was the last time you visited Canada’s capital Ottawa? Canada’s 150th birthday celebrations are over but don’t think the party’s over!
I visited Ottawa for the first time in over ten years and was stunned by how much the city has to offer visitors. Canada’s capital has come a long way from its sleepy government origins to a vibrant town. You could spend a weekend just going from gallery to gallery or exploring one of the many boutiques and don’t get me started about the food scene!
Ottaw...

The Arlington Virginia Food Scene You’ve Never Heard About and Should Check Out
When one mentions Arlington Virginia, what comes to mind for most is the world famous Arlington National Cemetery which houses those who served in the Armed Forces. However, there is so much more to this area, which is just a stone’s throw from Washington, D.C. Did you know it is home to one of the largest millennial populations in the US? That means there’s great food to devour as we all know that millennials lov...

Step through the Hotel X Toronto front door and you’re in a stunning, luxurious lobby with seriously eye-catching décor. Your eyes will feast on the beauty of the mosaic floor, the unbelievable moroccan inspired light fixtures floating above your head and a living wall gracing the back of the front desk. I’ve stayed in some jaw-dropping hotels around the world – but this lobby creates a seriously memorable impression.
I’m here for a one-night, a mini break – close to home.
The Suite
On enteri...

I'm flying Copa Airlines to Cartagena with a 24-hour stopover in Panama City, the hub for the airline. It's an excellent opportunity to explore this city and make a visit to the world famous Panama Canal. Ideally, it would be nice to have a few more days to visit this fantastic city, but I'm not complaining. It's amazing how much one can fit into a short visit.
Panama City was founded in 1519 and has been known for centuries for its fusion of culture and commerce. As the gateway to South Amer...

When I first received an invitation to visit Bonaire my first thought was, “where is Bonaire”? After a bit of research, I discovered it's part of the ABC Islands - two of which Aruba and Curacao, I had become familiar with on my previous travels.

Santa Fe, New Mexico, is the “City Different” and full of history, art, and culture dating back to over 400 years once when it was under Mexico’s rule. The city has preserved its historical heritage everywhere you turn especially in the downtown plaza. On my recent visit it I discovered the highest concentration of “Art” I’ve ever seen in a US city.
Colour greets you everywhere from murals, public art to colorful jewelry, native rugs, and blankets.
The city is not lacking for things to do and...

The plane touches down in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and all I see is the barren desert landscape surrounding the city. This is the beginning of my journey to head north of Albuquerque to my final destination, Santa Fe, the state capital. The excitement is building, as Santa Fe has been on my must-see list for as long as I can remember.
Steeped in history, Santa Fe was once the northernmost outpost of the Spanish empire in the Americas. The El Camino trail trade route (Santa Fe Trail) began in ...

Washington, D.C., is a favourite destination for Canadians to see the monuments, museums and sites of interest in America’s capital. But on your next visit, why not go farther, across the Potomac River, where Arlington and Alexandria are gems waiting to be discovered? Not only can you find affordable accommodation, but there is plenty to see and do there as well.
Arlington
When you mention Arlington the world famous Arlington National Cemetery comes to mind, but there is so much more to this ...

When you hear the word bootlegger what comes to mind? Is it secret stills, late-night barrel drop-offs, and money exchanging hands? You may also think of gangsters, backwaters of the south and the rise of crime. As we all know, bootlegging is a very profitable business. What you may not know is that Canada and specifically Ontario had its share of notorious bootleggers in its history.
From the mid-1800’s to the early 1900’s there was much talk about alcohol consumption. Many of the towns and ...

If unspoiled land, from deserts to lush hills to pristine coastline, seems enticing, then Bonaire could be the destination for you. The fact that you may not have heard about this small island just lends to part of its charm. It’s part of the Dutch ABC Islands (Aruba, Curaçao and Bonaire).