Doug O'Neill

1 week ago | explore-mag.com | Doug O'Neill

It’s that time of year when nature is calling—and so is Pride. No sooner have we reserved our first campsite, restocked dry bags and dusted off our hiking boots, it’s time to celebrate International Pride Day (on June 28), a festive event that has evolved since the first LGBTQ Pride Festival in Canada was celebrated in 1971. Many Canadian communities now honour Pride Month in June or August—some even earlier. And Pride activities have grown to include more than parties and parades.

2 months ago | boldtraveller.ca | Doug O'Neill

Oscar-winning films have a history of inspiring new travel trends: Out of Africa ushered in a new era of luxury safaris after its big win in 1986; Braveheart, honoured with five Oscars in 1996, sparked a surge in Scotland tourism – and kilt sales; and Brokeback Mountain’s 2006 Oscar hat trick led to a boom in working ranch holidays, especially among the urban cowboy set. This year’s religious thriller “Conclave” continues the trend.

Mar 2, 2025 | boldtraveller.ca | Doug O'Neill

Oscar-winning films have a history of inspiring new travel trends: Out of Africa ushered in a new era of luxury safaris after its big win in 1986; Braveheart, honoured with five Oscars in 1996, sparked a surge in Scotland tourism – and kilt sales; and Brokeback Mountain’s 2006 Oscar hat trick led to a boom in working ranch holidays, especially among the urban cowboy set. This year’s religious thriller “Conclave” continues the trend.

Feb 27, 2025 | fhtimes.com | Doug O'Neill

Thank you, Nancy Plencner, for sharing your thoughts on the pressing issues facing Fountain Hills. I appreciate your call for strong leadership and decisive action, and I’d like to share my perspective on a few of the key points you raised. I support increasing development in the core to create a more dense, more walkable area.

Oct 21, 2023 | boldtraveller.ca | Doug O'Neill

Exploring the Windy City’s diverse neighbourhoods, from the Gold Coast to Magnificent Mile, is key to discovering what makes Chicago tick. (Please, don’t call it Chi-town.) Below our Chicago City Guide helps you prepare for the perfect blend of sophisticated culture and Midwestern hospitality. Rooms with a view or twoBedding down for the night in a Mies van der Rohe building is part of The Langham allure.