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Author Archives: Debra Smith

Into the Woods: Alberta’s Azuridge Estate Hotel Dazzles
9 Feb 2022

Into the Woods: Alberta’s Azuridge Estate Hotel Dazzles

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Detours | 0

I was happy to write about an Alberta treasure, Azuridge Estate Hotel in a guest post on Calculated Traveller.com. This stunning property, set in the pine covered foothills of the Rocky Mountains, is a favourite with brides and brew lovers … Continued

Azuridge Estate Hotel, Boutique Hotel, Boutique Hotel Alberta, Flourish LIV Well Spa, Luxury Hotel
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Opens in Los Angeles
5 Nov 2021

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Opens in Los Angeles

by Debra Smith | Posted in: California, United States | 0

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in LA is a new home for thousands of items of movie memorabilia and a place to inspire coming generations of moviemakers. The AMMP campus sets the stage for screenings of rare and current … Continued

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, films, Los Angeles, Movies, museum
Inside the Bubble at the Fairmont Banff Springs
21 Aug 2020

Inside the Bubble at the Fairmont Banff Springs

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Canada | 0

Fairmont Banff Springs rolls out the red carpet – safely. Even in the midst of our current pandemic, the Fairmont Banff Springs has found the best way to give new meaning to the word shelter. With guidance from the international … Continued

Accor, Fairmont Banff Springs, Safety
BizBash Magazine Best Canada 2020
22 May 2020

BizBash Magazine Best Canada 2020

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Canada, Plan | 0

North American travel planners look to BizBash for the latest information. The Calgary section of BizBash Magazine Best Canada 2020 features new and established restaurants, venues and hotels.

Calgary, Travel Agents, Travel Planners
Ukrainian Farm Life Reinvented in Saskatchewan
15 May 2020

Ukrainian Farm Life Reinvented in Saskatchewan

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Canada, Plan | 0

Restaurants like Odla in Saskatoon draw on the heritage practices of farm life in Saskatchewan to fill their tables with organic, local foodstuffs.

Saskatoon
Restaurants in Banff and Lake Louise. A Toast to Getting Toasty!
3 Mar 2020

Restaurants in Banff and Lake Louise. A Toast to Getting Toasty!

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Canada, Explore | 0

Get toasty by the fireplace at these three hidden lodge restaurants in Banff and Lake Louise. Each one offers something a little extra like a tiny library.

Banff, Banff National Park, Lake Louise
West Hollywood’s Most Environmentally Aware Hotel
2 Sep 2019

West Hollywood’s Most Environmentally Aware Hotel

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Stay, United States | 0

West Hollywood’s newest property raises the bar for green hotels. 1 West Hollywood reviewed for Family Fun Canada

1 Hotels, Environment, family travel, Green hotels, Los Angeles, luxury, Sustainability, WEHO, West Hollywood
Venice is perfect for singles too
12 Aug 2019

Venice is perfect for singles too

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Europe, Explore, Italy, Plan | 0

Here’s how to enjoy the best of Venice alone, or with a partner Family Fun Canada

food tour, Guggenheim, Italy, Palazzo Morosini degli Spezieri, Venice, Walks of Italy
Five Stunning Rooftops in Rome
30 Jul 2019

Five Stunning Rooftops in Rome

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Europe, Explore, Italy, Plan | 0

Reaching new heights in Rome at these five photo-worthy locations featured in NUVO

Castel Sant Angelo, colosseum, Italy, Minerva Roof Garden, Photography, Rinascente, Roman Forum, Rome, Rooftops, Vatican City
Florence in Focus
23 Jul 2019

Florence in Focus

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Europe, Explore, Italy | 0

How, where and when to take the best photos in Florence. GoNOMAD has the lowdown. 

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Wishing I had a few feathers too at the Calgary Zo Wishing I had a few feathers too at the Calgary Zoo for Westjet's 100th destination announcement of Sao Paulo, Brazil! Lots of celebs in attendance including our new Mayor Farkas, and Alexis von Hoensbroech, Chief Executive Officer of the WestJet Group. Golden beaches, Amazon rainforest, and the excitement of Rio de Janeiro are only a flight away from YYC to GRU on a Westjet Dreamliner #westjet #saopaulo #brazil
Westjet has a new YYC route to the #rivieranayarit Westjet has a new YYC route to the #rivieranayarit at Tepic! Hello warm weather and endless beaches ⛱️
When I left for Westjet's inaugural flight from Ca When I left for Westjet's inaugural flight from Calgary to Tepic, Mexico I forgot to leave my winter coat behind. 🙃 So glad I had a chance to visit the sunny Riviera Nayarit and tour some amazing properties
#flytonyarit #westjet #tepic #rivieranayarit
When you hate the cold but then there are days lik When you hate the cold but then there are days like this. Do you love it or leave it? #frost
An abandoned Christmas tree or street decor? What An abandoned Christmas tree or street decor? What do you think? This was Calgary today as a rare fog met a cold front. Would you live here?
Feeling grateful for the wonderful places I've bee Feeling grateful for the wonderful places I've been and the amazing people I met in 2025. Thankful for the support of my family, friends, and the industry superstars I've been fortunate enough to work with this year. Happy New Year and Happy Travels everyone, whether it's across town or across the world. All the best in 2026! ✈️🚞🚕🥳🥂🎆
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