Roland Bast: Travel & Photography

08/14/2026

Who’s planning a trip to Kelowna this fall or early winter?

I put together a guide with ideas for wineries, places to eat, where to stay and what to do when the Okanagan starts to slow down for the season.

👉 https://rolandbast.com/one-perfect-day-in-kelowna-winter-staycation-wine-guide/

Booking links for activities and tours are available in the sidebar and in the comments.

Experience one perfect winter day in Kelowna — lakeside walks, Okanagan wineries, fine dining, and cozy fireside moments.

08/05/2026

Some days, the sunset makes the difference, do you agree?

08/04/2026

It took me a while to finish this one, but Hôtel Grand Barrail may be my favourite hotel stay in France so far.
A tower room, stained glass, e-bikes into Saint-Émilion, Michelin Guide-listed dining and a sunset that became drone time.
The full guide is now live.
Grand Barrail - Château Hôtel Restaurant Spa, Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Explore France

Hôtel Grand Barrail Saint-Émilion, château architecture, e-bike rentals, a spa, wine experiences and Michelin Guide-listed.

04/21/2026

Listen to the track playing in the background, that's how I feel when I visit these dunes! New Brunswick / Nouveau-Brunswick

04/09/2026

Who is going to the FIFA games in Toronto?
I've been working on how to get around the city, blocked streets, waterfront, where to park your RV and day trips.
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto is my go to hotel in Destination Toronto

The 2026 Toronto FIFA logistics guide. Includes RV basecamps, the Niagara WEGO hack, 1000 Islands kayaking, and Ottawa travel times.