Cynthia McLeod

Cynthia McLeod is Assistant City Editor and Travel Editor at the Toronto Sun. A proud native of Kirkland Lake, Ont., Cynthia joined the Sun newsroom in 2000 with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (major) and English (minor) from the University of Waterloo and a post-graduate Journalism degree from Humber College.

LATEST STORIES BY CYNTHIA MCLEOD

TREASURE TROVE: Adventure abounds on Disney's newest cruise ship

On the Treasure, Walt Disney Imagineers bring some of the most iconic Disney Parks attractions to sea for the first time

with Video

December 21, 2024 Cruises

VINCY LOVE: Sandals Saint Vincent will steal your heart

The newly opened retreat needs to be experienced to be believed

December 7, 2024 Travel International

SUPER NOVA: Silversea's newest line of ships raise bar on luxury cruising

When you add luxury to the itinerary, a cruising vacation sails to the next level

November 23, 2024 Travel International

The pool on Silversea's Silver Nova is at the edge of the deck. With the clear railing, passengers can admire the sea while taking a dip. CYNTHIA MCLEOD/TORONTO SUN

BOARDWALK BOON: Virginia Beach offers lots to do

There's the boardwalk and so much more where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic

August 17, 2024 Travel USA

GAME ON: Sports and more to do in New York City

The Big Apple is a metropolis that’s always evolving with new attractions

July 27, 2024 Travel USA

In Colorado's scenic Glenwood Springs, uncover Wild West lore and natural wonders

Healing waters and fresh mountain air are part of its draw

July 6, 2024 Travel USA

GLITZ AT THE RITZ: Central Park hotel's the spot to be in NYC on a special occasion

Celebrating a special occasion can often call for a special location, so when a milestone birthday of mine (the number isn’t relevant — gulp — right?) coincided with a monumental celestial event, a worthy destination clearly was required.

June 29, 2024 Travel USA

Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park HANDOUT/TORONTO SUN

Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point bursting with Bahamian beauty

Walking barefoot across the pink sand to the crystal-clear water ahead, the sun’s rays providing a warm welcome, it’s hard not to think this might be the most beautiful beach I’ve seen.

June 15, 2024 Travel International

An aerial view of the new Disney Cruise line destination in the Bahamas, Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.

PERUSING PERU: Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Cusco and Lima

I awoke to find my head in the clouds, which felt fitting as the day’s itinerary was taking me to a destination I had dreamt about for many years: Machu Picchu.

June 15, 2024 Travel International