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Author Archives: Debra Smith

Two Historic Victoria Gardens to Enjoy this Fall
14 Oct 2017

Two Historic Victoria Gardens to Enjoy this Fall

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

A guide to Victoria’s beautiful Butchart and Abkhazi Gardens on Family Fun Canada  

Abkhazi Garden, British Columbia, Butchart Garden, Garden, Victoria
Science (on vacation) Gets Exciting on Hawai’i Island
11 Sep 2017

Science (on vacation) Gets Exciting on Hawai’i Island

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Detours, Hawaii | 0

Exploring the Big Island’s flora and fauna, not to mention volcanoes in this story from Family Fun Canada

astronomy, Big Island, dolphins, Hawai'i, stars, volcano
Pie in the Islands – Find Your Sweet Spot in Hawai’i
28 Aug 2017

Pie in the Islands – Find Your Sweet Spot in Hawai’i

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Hawaii | 0

Swaying palms, soft music and – pie? Yes! Hawai’i has it all. Sink your sweet tooth into the best pies in Hawai’i after reading this story in Family Fun Canada

Big Island, dessert, Hawai'i, Kauai, Maui, pie
Winnipeg’s Winning Ways – Three Festivals You Won’t Want to Miss
7 Aug 2017

Winnipeg’s Winning Ways – Three Festivals You Won’t Want to Miss

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

So much to see, so little summer.  Here’s where to win in Winnipeg from Family Fun Canada

Canada 150, festivals, folk festival, music, Winnipeg
Destination: Kennedy Space Center, Florida
7 Aug 2017

Destination: Kennedy Space Center, Florida

by Debra Smith | Posted in: United States | 0

Day trip through the Universe!  Prepare to engage at Family Fun Canada

astronaut, Florida, NASA, space, Space Coast
The Return of the Queen – The Fairmont Empress in Victoria, B.C.
25 Jul 2017

The Return of the Queen – The Fairmont Empress in Victoria, B.C.

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

The Fairmont Empress emerges after a $60 million dollar renovation to reclaim her pride of place overlooking Victoria, British Columbia’s Inner Harbour.  Behind the scenes details in Getting On Travel

British Columbia, Fairmont, Fairmont Empress, hotel, Inner Harbour, Victoria
Three Days in Moscow
22 Jul 2017

Three Days in Moscow

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Europe | 0

Hidden gems and must-see places in Moscow in the Vancouver Sun

armory, Mercure Arbat, Moscow, Russia
Gators, Gunpowder and Ghosts of St. Augustine, Florida
8 May 2017

Gators, Gunpowder and Ghosts of St. Augustine, Florida

by Debra Smith | Posted in: United States | 0

Meet these locals – at a safe distance! They’re not as scary as they seem. Read this Family Fun Canada story and find out why.

alligators, Family Fun Canada, family travel, family vacations, Florida, ghosts, museums, pirates, St. Augustine
Doris Duke’s Shangri La in Oahu
7 May 2017

Doris Duke’s Shangri La in Oahu

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

Tour this inspired collaboration between American mid-century modern and the art of Islam. This story of the tobacco heiress Doris Duke and her mansion in Oahu appears in NUVO magazine.

architecture, culture, Doris Duke, history, Islamic Art, Oahu
Roosevelt Island Revival
11 Apr 2017

Roosevelt Island Revival

by Debra Smith | Posted in: United States | 0

Roosevelt Island in New York City has so much to offer – a boardwalk with great views of the city, heritage tours and an aerial tram!  Find out more in this AAA Home & Away story about the Roosevelt Island Revival

aerial tramway, New York City, Roosevelt Island

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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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