What we’re about
“Traveling - it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” - Ibn Battuta
A very warm welcome to Canadian Globetrotters - a group geared for anyone who loves to travel.
This Group has been initiated for adventurers who love to explore. A forum to bring together intrepid Travellers who share a love for globetrotting & would like to share stories of past adventures, talk about future ones & make new friends. Basically, to interact socially & sit down for a fun evening, network, have a good time & talk about where we have been & where we dream of going tomorrow.
We will also plan to organise memorable journeys of our own to more exotic places in Africa, Asia, Europe & Americas. Think of mainstream Africa - the Rainbow Kingdom, Kenya, Tanzania and then off the beaten track to Ethiopia, Ghana, Malawi, Bostwana, Namibia, Rwanda, Uganda etc.
Talking about Asia, I am sure we would all love to discover India, Myanmar, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and not so common Bhutan, Iran, Sri Lanka. Veering completely off the beaten path, we might talk about travelling along in the footsteps of Marco Polo on the ancient trade route between China & the Mediterranean. Imagine the camel caravans travelling slowly through exotic destinations on the Silk Route - Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan & marvel at the history you will experience there.
Europe offers its own charms. We can enjoy River Cruising where we pack & unpack only once, experience the idyllic beauty of small scenic villages enroute - so steeped in imperial history & culture and then mooring right in the middle of beautiful cities to have a look at the offerings there. And it is ours to discover the unfathomable charms in the not so common places which used to be behind the Iron Curtain till a few years back & now entice us to come back again & again.
But enough about the far off lands. Let us have a good time in our own locale.
As much as we are looking to find other adventurous people to travel with, we love getting together with like minded social people from our community to visit local restaurants, grab a social drink together in one of the local bars or maybe even an interactive hike or a walk at a local park. Sitting with strangers is a great way to wind down after a hard week at work to catch up & avail the opportunity to mix & mingle and converse, interact, share.
So come join us & let us enjoy the talk about becoming intrepid explorers we have always wanted to be. We gather here to make friends, laugh, socialize & be silly together. Looking forward to seeing you & making a new friend.
“The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page.” – Saint Augustine
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Kazanlak Rose Festival 2025 | 04 - 10 June 2025Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, ON
How have you been, Globetrotters ?
Iron Curtain, no more…been gone for a long time but may re-emerge again. We invite you to travel to enchanting Bulgaria on an incredible journey commencing on 04 June - 10 June 2025, to experience Europe's most famous Rose Festival. Please note that Bulgaria is open for business throughout the year, whenever you want to explore.
Kazanlak Rose Festival 2025 From C$ 3411.00 Sharing (Land only)
To learn more, please click on the Name of the Tour or email to info@the-journeys.com**.
Eastern Europe is a region that encompasses many different cultures, ethnicities, languages & histories. Destinations here, have one thing in common: they were all behind the Iron Curtain before its Fall & this Political boundary of the last century helps us define a region whose development, especially until the 1990s, has been very different from that of Western Europe.
A living heritage of Folklore & Festivals sets Eastern Europe apart. This is the heartland of Orthodox Christianity: the Religion's rites permeate many aspects of cultural life, particularly in Russia & Ukraine. Roman, Catholic, Muslim & Jewish communities add their own influences, while whiffs of ‘pagan’ tradition can be felt in the Baltics. Baltica Folklore Festivals, Slovakia's Vychodna & Bulgaria’s Rose Festival are captivating events, full of insight into age-old Europe. Traditional Woodcarvers still hunch over Work Benches in Slovakia, while Glass Icons continue to be painted in Romania, allowing Travellers to take home a piece of Eastern European craftsmanship.
On this 7 day journey, encounter the captivating historical highlights & inspiring beauty of this enchanting land. Explore Bulgaria's largest Monastery, explore ancient Roman ruins & so much more. But the highlight will be the century old Kazanluk Rose Festival where Homes, Windows, Streets & People are decked out in fresh Roses. They are a colorful backdrop to the Festival’s week-long celebration of Folk Dancing, Singing, Feasting & Parades topped off with a Beauty Pageant.
Within Bulgaria’s beguiling blend of nature & history, a mash-up of ancient & cutting-edge Culture, unforgettable adventures are guaranteed … Take the plunge now & yep….Bulgaria is waiting. A warm welcome, historical secrets & an artistic Paradise awaits you & The Journeys is ready to take you on well, a journey (or journeys) of discovery.
Will look forward to connect with the Globetrotters who may be interested.
Ciao…Jamal
- Hemis Tsechu 2025 & the Golden Triangle | 02 July – 15 July 2025Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, ON
How have you been, Globetrotters ?
We invite you to travel to incredible India, on an enchanting journey commencing on 02 July & ending on 15 July 2025, to experience
the Hemis Festival, a rare blend of exquisite works of Art & Culture amidst a spectacular view of snow-clad Himalayas. Please note that India is open for business throughout the year, whenever you want to explore.Hemis Tsechu 2025 & the Golden Triangle From C$ 4910.00 Sharing (Land only)
To learn more, please click on the Name of the Tour or email to info@the-journeys.com**.
Bamboozling. There is simply no other word that convincingly captures the enigma that is India, an incredibly varied & exciting destination, pulsating with a spectacular mix of People, Traditions & Landscapes. archetypal land of Maharajas & medieval Forts, Palaces, Tigers & a colorful mosaic of feisty kaleidoscopic Festivals & simple village Harvest Fairs with their rites & rituals, observed with enthusiasm & gaiety, combined with an abundance of devotional celebrations & formidable City Parades & Processions, are as diverse as the Land - an eternal expression of the spirit of true celebration of the rich Traditions. With its in-your-face diversity, from snow-dusted Mountains to sun-washed Beaches, tranquil Temples to, lantern-lit Villages to software-supremo Cities, it is hardly surprising that this Country has been dubbed the world’s most multi-dimensional.
This epic 14 Day journey is designed to take you through some of the most beautiful landscapes of the world. Starting in Delhi, you will fly to Ladakh & after exploring the famed sand Dunes of Hunder in the Nubra Valley, check out ‘some’ of the historic Monasteries.
Participate in the annual 2 day Hemis Festival, a rare blend of exquisite works of Art & Culture amidst a spectacular view of snow-clad Himalayas, held at Hemis Gompa - a Tibetan Buddhist Monastery in Leh, well known for the rich Collection of ancient sacred Thangkas, Murals & gold, silver & copper Artifacts. The Monastery turns into a very large Stage where Monks, Tourists & people from all over the world congregate for the famous Masked Dances.
Come back to Delhi, one of the Points of the famed introductory & moat famous Tourism Circuit known as the famed Golden Triangle. Discover the majesty of ancient regal Delhi of the Mughals & politically significant places in Lutyen’s modern Delhi of the British. Marvel at the culturally rich Mughal heritage in Agra & that immortal edifice of Love, the magnificent Taj Mahal. Be awe struck by the Forts & Palaces of Rajasthan illustrating the awesome Rajputana culture in Jaipur. A perfect chance to chronologically learn about the Vedic period, the earlier & late ruling phase of the Mughals & the period of British rule.
*New age-old worlds of **India... '*Living Cultures' lying safely in the folds of Time... Come, not just as a Spectator but as a Participant & discover the mystical land that presents an array of unforgettable experiences & you will never be the same again. Love it or loathe it & most Visitors see-saw between the 2, India promises to jostle your entire being & no matter where you go or what you do, it is a place you will never forget.
With its sumptuous mix of traditions, spiritual Beliefs, Festivals, Architecture & Landscapes, your memories of India will blaze bright long after you have left its shore. From the Deserts of the West to the Deltas of the East, India truly has it all. ....... Yep, the Taj Mahal & the Monks at Leh await & The Journeys is ready to take you on well, a journey (or journeys) of discovery.
Will look forward to connect with the Globetrotters who may be interested.
Ciao…Jamal - Vallam Kali Snake Boat Race 2025 | 03 – 11 AugustMetro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, ON
How have you been, Globetrotters ?
We invite you to travel to incredible India, on an enchanting journey commencing on 03 August & ending on 11 August 2025, to witness a unique Boat Race that has been in existence for 100s of years, in the Backwaters of Kerala, fondly dubbed as “God’s Own Country” by a Writer * the moniker stuck after being adopted by Kerala Tourism Board. Well deserved, if you consider the mesmerizing beauty of a Region framed by the 40 odd Rivers that flow down from the Arabian Sea to the Cardamom Hills, encompassing a network of idyllic Canals, Lakes & Estuaries in one of India’s most enchanting areas - a rural, riverine expanse of verdant Coconut Groves & Rice Paddies. Please note that India is open for business throughout the year, whenever you want to explore.
Vallam Kali Snake Boat Race 2025
*From C$ 3904.00 Sharing (Land only)To learn more, please click on the Name of the Tour or email to info@the-journeys.com.
Bamboozling. India is an incredibly varied & exciting vacation destination, pulsating with a spectacular mix of People, Traditions & Landscapes. There is simply no other word that convincingly captures the enigma that is India. With its in-your-face diversity, from snow-dusted Mountains to sun-washed Beaches & an intoxicatingly rich history, which has spawned a number of exquisite Palaces, tranquil Temples, feisty Festivals, lantern-lit Villages to Software supremo Cities, it is hardly surprising that this country has been dubbed the world’s most multi-dimensional. Love it or loathe it & most visitors see-saw between the 2, India promises to jostle your entire being & no matter where you go or what you do, it is a place you will never forget.
And Kerala or God's Own Country, is a slender coastal strip is shaped by its layered landscape: glorious Arabian Sea coast & palm fringed Beaches; a languid network of glistening Backwaters & the Spice & Tea covered Hills of the Western Ghats. And the traditional Snake Boat Races are perhaps as great an attraction as it’s Scenery. Imagine sailing through the Canals & Lagoons draped in lush green draperies of Nature. Add to it, the authentic glimpse of local culture & gracious people with their Southern life-style & tantalizing Cuisine, as you Cruise around the breath-taking Backwaters, Rivers, Spice Plantations & ever green tropical Forests.
On this 09 Days glimpse into incredible India, you will explore Cochin, check up on the Elephants (& may be, Tigers) in Periyar, walk around on the sprawling Tea Gardens in Munnar, watch the Siberian Cranes in Kumarakom & cruise in the enchanting Backwaters of Alleppey, spend the day at the Beach in Kovalam & discover the quaint Museums in colonial Trivandrum.
The highlight, of course, will be the internationally famous Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Race. Witnessing hundreds of people rowing in incredibly precise formation, cutting the waters with amazing ferocity is truly a spectacle to watch. Named after India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru this Boat Race is conducted on the Punnamda Lake every August. About 200,000 + people, inclusive of the Participants as well as Foreigners & Locals, come to witness this cultural heart-pounding Spectacle.
New age-old worlds of India... 'Living Cultures' lying safely in the folds of Time. With its sumptuous mix of traditions, spiritual Beliefs, Festivals, Architecture & Landscapes, your memories of India will blaze bright long after you have left its shore. Come, not just as a Spectator but as a Participant & discover the mystical land that presents an array of unforgettable experiences & you will never be the same again. From the Deserts of the West to the Deltas of the East, India truly has it all. ....... Yep, “God’s Own Country” & incredible India awaits & The Journeys is ready to take you on well, a journey (or journeys) of discovery.
Will look forward to connect with the Globetrotters who may be interested in globetrotting.
Ciao…Jamal
- Pushkar Camel Fair | 29 October – 14 November 2025Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, ON
How have you been, Globetrotters ?
We invite you to travel to incredible India, on an enchanting journey commencing on 29 October & ending on 14 November 2025, to experience the World’s largest “Camel Fair”. Please note that India is open for business throughout the year, whenever you want to explore.
Pushkar Camel Fair 2025 From C$ 6904.00 Sharing (Land only)
To learn more, please click on the Name of the Tour or email to info@the-journeys.com**.
Bamboozling. There is simply no other word that convincingly captures the enigma that is India, an incredibly varied & exciting destination, pulsating with a spectacular mix of People, Traditions & Landscapes. archetypal land of Maharajas & medieval Forts, Palaces, Tigers & a colorful mosaic of feisty kaleidoscopic Festivals & simple village Harvest Fairs with their rites & rituals, observed with enthusiasm & gaiety, combined with an abundance of devotional celebrations & formidable City Parades & Processions, are as diverse as the Land - an eternal expression of the spirit of true celebration of the rich Traditions.
With its in-your-face diversity, from snow-dusted Mountains to sun-washed Beaches, tranquil Temples to, lantern-lit Villages to software-supremo Cities, it is hardly surprising that this Country has been dubbed the world’s most multi-dimensional.
This epic 17 Day journey will showcase, in addition to enchantingly mystical Pushkar, some of the iconic spots of incredible North India. Discover Lutyen’s Delhi, the Mughal heritage at Agra, the Tigers in Ranthambore & the imposing Forts & Palaces illustrating the majestic Rajputana culture. Highlight of course, is the spectacular Camel Fair, which has a magnetism of its own, where you can experience the Village life steeped in tradition & see the turbaned men barter for garishly decorated Camels & relaying the successful deal home via a Smartphone.
*New age-old worlds of **India... '*Living Cultures' lying safely in the folds of Time... Come, not just as a Spectator but as a Participant & discover the mystical land that presents an array of unforgettable experiences & you will never be the same again. Love it or loathe it & most Visitors see-saw between the 2, India promises to jostle your entire being & no matter where you go or what you do, it is a place you will never forget.
With its sumptuous mix of traditions, spiritual Beliefs, Festivals, Architecture & Landscapes, your memories of India will blaze bright long after you have left its shore. From the Deserts of the West to the Deltas of the East, India truly has it all. ....... Yep, the Taj Mahal & the Camels at Pushkar await & The Journeys is ready to take you on well, a journey (or journeys) of discovery.
Will look forward to connect with the Globetrotters who may be interested.
Ciao…Jamal
