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Jane and Dave Finn have been in the golf business for more almost 30 years. Dave is a Member of the Golf Journalists Association of Canada, Golf Travel Writers of America, Travel Media Association of Canada and International Golf Travel Writers. We have traveled to every province in Canada, 45 U.S. States and 32 countries. I hope you enjoy our articles and photographs as we continue our journey.
Golf Travel & Leisure | Articles from around the World
4M ago
Laying Low in Abaco
By Jane Finn, Photography by Dave Finn as published in the November 2023 Issue of Planet Golf Review
The Bahama Breeze is a popular drink here in the Outer Islands, but for a sailor yearning to set out on a sea of adventure, it’s the wind in your sail, the song in your heart and the skip in your step that gives you the courage and freedom to chart your own course.
Slowing Down to the Speed of Life
It’s late afternoon and a balmy 27° Celsius when we touched down in Marsh Harbour, the nation’s third-largest settlement behind Nassau and Freeport. Still, there’s plenty of time ..read more
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4M ago
Join Jane Finn for an Epic Road Trip as she navigates the highways and byways of New Zealand’s South Island
Words by Jane Finn Photography by Jan Helebrant – As published in the summer issue of Planet Golf Review
It’s 6:45 in the morning, and the rain continues to beat a constant tattoo on the roof of our camper van. We had planned to leave Wellington yesterday, but the seas were running so high that our ferry crossing was cancelled. Instead, we’ve spent the night on the dock, wedged between two transport trucks, somewhat buffeted by the fierce winds ripping through New Zealand’s capital ..read more
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1y ago
A Tale of Two Cities Jane heads to British Columbia in search of culinary delights from around the world on the Spice Trail, while being protected by a wolf at a sacred site
by Jane Finn, Photography by David Finn as published in the April 2023 Edition of Planet Golf Review Magazine
The snow-covered peaks loom large, piercing the sky before tapering off to meet the sea. As we descend into Vancouver, I have a bird’s eye view of the raw, rugged terrain and dancing lights below. Sandwiched between the Rocky Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, British Columbia’s natural beauty is breathtaking and dra ..read more
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1y ago
Message in a Bottle – Canada’s Wine Country
“A bottle of white, a bottle of red, perhaps a bottle of rose instead.”
Join Jane Finn as she savours the flavours and philosophy of Canada’s Wine Country.
By Jane Finn, Photography by Dave Finn as published in Issue 20 of Planet Golf Review Magazine
Writing this article was a challenge. Not because I had to sample so many delectable wines to make sure you would be delighted with my picks, but because Canada’s wine scene is as varied and diverse as the country’s landscape. From coast to coast, I’ve had the privilege of meeting passionate growers and ..read more
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1y ago
IMPRESSIONS OF INDIA
by Jane Finn, Photography by David Finn as published in Issue 23 of Planet Golf Review
To read the entire issue visit: https://planetgolfreview.com/PGR-planet-golf-review-magazine-issue_23.pdf
If I were asked to describe India in a single word, that word would be incredible. Jane Finn discovers the many faces of India on her way to a wedding.
Rich in history and steeped in tradition, India is a country of contrasts. It’s spicy with a bit of bite like the chili chicken I would grow to love on this trip. It’s a mix of congested cities, rural settlements, and large tracts of ..read more
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1y ago
The unique, quirky, uber-talented Moe Norman
By Paul Knowles
Moe Norman is a legend among golfers everywhere. Moe, who passed away in 2004 at the age of 75, was renowned for consistently making perfect golf shots. His swing has been praised and admired by hundreds of golfers up to and including Tiger Woods himself. Moe was also known as the quirkiest good golfer ever – an introvert, described as “slightly autistic” as well as “a savant.” His skill was unquestioned, but his struggles with learning disabilities and self-esteem robbed him of the success he could undoubtedly have achieved on the b ..read more
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2y ago
SILVER SURFER Jane Finn discovers a 60’s vibe while searching for hidden gems along Portugal’s Silver Coast
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Words by Jane Finn Photography by David Finn
As published in the April 2022 Edition of Planet Golf Review Magazine. To read the entire issue click here
I ease the car onto the Vasco da Gama bridge, admiring the bluebird sky above that’s mirrored in the cool, blue waters of the Tagus River below. It’s November, and Portugal is enjoying “St. Martin’s Summer.” The sun is beaming, and my heart does a little skip as I leave the hustle and bustle of L ..read more
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2y ago
Gus Maue: A life in golf… and he ain’t done yet By Paul Knowles
A chat with Ontario golf icon Gus Maue is never really over – his supply of fascinating stories about golf and golfers is unending. We talked about a slew of golfing greats who have crossed paths with Gus – Arnold Palmer, David Feherty, Raymond Floyd, Al Balding, Moe Norman, and many more.
So, when Gus called me the day after our interview, to tell me about some important characters he had forgotten to mention, I wasn’t surprised – until he told me who these “characters” were. Their names were Willie and Bowdy. Willie was a black ..read more
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2y ago
OF BEAUTY RICH AND RARE Jane Finn heads to Australia and discovers the rich and rare wonders of Queensland
Australia is an island, a country and a continent. The perfect destination for the young and the young at heart. A place as diverse as the topography, the people, the plants and wildlife that inhabit it. I loved sophisticated Sydney and pretty Adelaide, driving the Great Ocean Road, navigating the Snowy River Mountain Pass, and sampling world-class wines in the Mudgee, Barossa and Hunter Valleys, but it was Queensland that captured my heart.
Described as both the Sunshine State and ..read more
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2y ago
BORN TO BE WILD Jane Finn immerses herself in nature and discover why Costa Rica may be “The Happiest Place on Earth!”
By Jane Finn, Photography by David Finn
As published in the April 2021 edition of Planet Golf Review
¡Pura Vida! ¡Pura Vida! In Costa Rica, whether you’re traversing a mountain trail, hiking in the jungle, relaxing by the water or ordering shi-frijo for lunch, you’re bound to be the recipient of this distinctive Tico greeting. Two simple words that translate as “Good Life,” but how do you define it?
Is it catching the perfect wave, thundering across a deserted beach on horseba ..read more