Where did 2014 go? It seems like it went by so quickly. However, when I look back on all of the wonderful places that we visited, we actually made quite a few amazing memories together this past year. Instagram can be such a great way of looking back on previous events to get a small glimpse of moments in time. Here is our Instagram travel photo review of 2014.
Soaking up the sun in Florida! Loving my #coral pedicure that I got yesterday! #florida #fortlauderdale #sunshine #sun #pool #hotel #travel #travelblog #trip #traveling #vacation A photo posted by Justin Plus Lauren (@justinpluslauren) on
Arriving in Florida a day before our cruise of the Caribbean.
On board the Emerald Princess at Port Everglades, ready to set sail around the Caribbean. I didn’t have access to the Internet very much on board as I didn’t want to pay extra for it, so the Instagram photos get few and far between at this point. Some of them were posted when we returned (#latergram!). When I go on my cruise this year, I’ll have reached Platinum status with Princess Cruises, in which I’m entitled to 150 free minutes on the ship’s Wifi…so you’ll be seeing way more live photos being published!
Fort Lauderdale coastline as we sailed away on our Caribbean Cruise vacation! A photo posted by Justin Plus Lauren (@justinpluslauren) on
Sailing away from the port in Fort Lauderdale on our cruising adventure!
Arriving in Grenada! #grenada #Caribbean #cruise #traveling #travel #travelblog #island A photo posted by Justin Plus Lauren (@justinpluslauren) on
Visiting Grenada thinking that we were going on a snorkeling tour, which ended up changing into the best island tour.
One of the highlights of our trip to the Caribbean – swimming with sea turtles in Bonaire.
Lighthouse at dusk in Port Credit. #instatravel #instalove #love #home #town #canada #lighthouse #dusk #sunset #spring #bestoftheday #igphoto #igtravel #instaphoto #like A photo posted by Justin Plus Lauren (@justinpluslauren) on
For the next couple of months, we enjoyed being Tourists in Our Own Town and exploring areas around Mississauga and Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Around my birthday in June, we took a trip to the Finger Lakes region of New York State and hiked the Watkins Glen State Park and Gorge.
Our cabin at the Farm Sanctuary bed and breakfast where we are staying tonight in Watkins Glen, NY. It is so wonderful here! #farm #animal #sanctuary #travelblog #travel #igtravel #instatravel #instagramtravel #instalove #cabin A photo posted by Justin Plus Lauren (@justinpluslauren) on
We stayed in an adorable cabin at Farm Sanctuary, an incredible organization that rescues farm animals, advocates for better treatment of animals at factory farms, and educates people about going vegan.
We enjoyed a couple of beach days in Ontario within a short driving distance from home.
Quartier Petit Champlain, Old Quebec #quebecregion #quebec #travel #travelgram #instatravel #instagramtravel #igtravel #vscocam A photo posted by Justin Plus Lauren (@justinpluslauren) on
We visited Quebec City for the first time, a charming historic town that we adore. We stayed in Lower Town close to quaint spots like Quartier Petit Champlain.
We stayed at two charming boutique hotels – Le Saint Pierre Auberge Distinctive and Hotel 71.
Delicious tofu and vegetable stir fry at Le Tiers Temps. A few vegan options there! #quebecregion #quebec #canada #travel #travelgram #instatravel #igvegan #igtravel #wanderlust #globetrotter #vegan #whatveganseat #instavegan #tofu #vscocam A photo posted by Justin Plus Lauren (@justinpluslauren) on
We ate lots of delicious vegan food, including this tofu stir fry dish from Le Tier Temps.
Quebec has many preserved historical sites, such as its fortification walls and architectural marvels.
The spectacular waterfall at Canyon Ste-Anne, Quebec #quebecregion #quebec #canyon #gorge #waterfall #travel #travelgram #instatravel #igtravel #wanderlust #globetrotter #vscocam #vscogod A photo posted by Justin Plus Lauren (@justinpluslauren) on
A half hour jaunt outside of Quebec City will allow you to witness beautiful waterfalls and canyons, such as those at Canyon Ste-Anne.
Later in the summer, Justin and I embarked on a whitewater rafting adventure down the Ottawa River.
Some of the delicious food that I bought/ate at the Toronto Veg Food Fest on Friday! #foodie #vegan #vegansofig #veganmofo #veggie #whatveganseat #instavegan #igvegan #donut #peanutbutter #kabob #greensmoothie #vegfoodfest #toronto #ig_toronto #wanderlust #travel A photo posted by Justin Plus Lauren (@justinpluslauren) on
I volunteered at the Toronto Vegetarian Food Festival at the bookstore and ate lots of yummy vegan food.
I continued my goal of hiking the entire Bruce Trail along with my best friend and my sister, and we even hiked through a supposedly haunted tunnel.
View from the top of St. Davids Lighthouse, Bermuda. With Hidden Gems tour. #bermuda #lighthouse #view #tropical #colorful #houses #town #stdavids #ocean #travel #travelgram #igtravel #instatravel #wanderlust #globetrotter #instagramtravel #vacation #island #vscocam #mydestinationstory @fairmonthamiltonprincess A photo posted by Justin Plus Lauren (@justinpluslauren) on
We won a trip to Bermuda through a travel video contest called #MyDestinationStory by Fairmont Hotels. Justin and I fell in love with Bermuda and hope to return someday.
Crystal Caves in Bermuda. One of the hundreds of amazing caves on the island. #mydestinationstory #bermuda #travel #travelgram #igtravel #instatravel #instabermuda #fairmont #cave #underground #crystal #crystalcave #wanderlust #globetrotter #island #tropical #instalove #love @fairmonthamiltonprincess A photo posted by Justin Plus Lauren (@justinpluslauren) on
We spent the Christmas holidays together with our friends and families and it was wonderful! Oh…and the most important thing for last…
What a funny way of sitting on the couch, Chickpea!!! #cat #catsagram #catsofig #catsofinstagram #instalove #instacats #instagramcats #cute #chickpea #kitty #kitten A photo posted by Justin Plus Lauren (@justinpluslauren) on
We adopted a cute and funny little kitten from a shelter and named him Chickpea (yes, he decided to sit that way on his own!). We got him last February at 8 weeks old and he is just over a year in age now. He has completely changed our lives! We love him so much.
Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to read our blog, comment on our articles or engage with us on social media. 2014 has been an amazing year and we’re really looking forward to seeing what 2015 will bring! Happy New Year!
16 Responses
Stephanie Mayo
You two had an amazing year and am so thrilled to have been along for the ride through your blog. Wishing you a very Happy New Year filled with more adventures and more tales!
Emma
Looks like a great year – it’s given me some excellent inspiration for my 2015 plans!
Steve
Great photos, it showed you had a great 2014. I wish you all the best for 2015.
Shikha (whywasteannualleave)
What an amazing year you’ve both had (and chickpea of course!) I’d love to try a cruise or the snorkeling in Bonaire! Look forward to seeing more of your adventures in 2015!
Jolanta
Looks like you had a great 2014. Wishing you just as great or even better 2015! I’m sure Bermuda is great, but I loved your Watkins Glen photo. I think I’ve been there (we’ve definitely been to the Finger Lakes) but to be honest, that was 2001 so I don’t remember it very well. That was pre-blog and pre-digital photos, and I didn’t record it very well. :) I’m trying to resolve to record my current trips and sightseeing better than last year’s. I still have so much to write about 2014!
Mary {The World Is A Book}
What a great collection! It has been great virtually following along on your adventures. Happy New Year to the both of you and wishing you more adventures in 2015. Safe travels!
Katie @WorldWideVegetarian.com
It looks like you too had a really fun year full of sunny locations. That is so cool you were able to see a whale, I have always wanted to go whale watching. I can’t wait to see where 2015 takes you!
Katie
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Paula Through the Looking Glass
Your 2014 looked awesome! Loving Chickpea…so cute!!! wishing you a happy new year and looking forward to your photos from 2015!
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Marissa
Great photos! It seems like you’ve sure had one amazing year. Here’s to 2015!
Katrina Elisabet
Water seems to be a predominant theme for your 2014 – love it! Happy New Year to you guys!
Karyn @ Not Done Travelling
Great to see your year in review! And lol, that pic of Chickpea sitting up is so cute. He’s grown so much!
Esther
Aww, chickpea is such a cutie pie. Looks like you had a wonderful year! I wish you all the best for 2015. I will definately be following you the coming year!
Esther.
Tiny Traveller
Love these snaps, although they did make me a little jealous!
That one of Horseshoe Bay in Bermuda looks just like a beach in Cornwall called Kynance Cove.
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Lindz
AHAHAHA OH THE FILTERS! I seriously think I need to do more of these, it’s so much fun to look back on previous years!