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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
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
Modern Love at Modern Steak in Calgary
10 Mar 2017

Modern Love at Modern Steak in Calgary

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Canada | 0

Delicious surroundings make Modern Steak a great first date venue. Vacay.ca has the backstory.

Calgary, Dining, Modern Steak, Steak, vacay.ca
Warm Up with Exciting Winter Sports in Alberta
23 Oct 2016

Warm Up with Exciting Winter Sports in Alberta

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Canada | 0

Warm Up Winter with a Wide Variety of Sporting Events – Travel Alberta shows you the best places to chill.

Alberta, curling, downhill ski, rodeo, speed skating, sports, winter
A Trip to Remember on the Rocky Mountaineer
12 Aug 2016

A Trip to Remember on the Rocky Mountaineer

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Canada | 0

Train travel reaches a new level of luxury on the Rocky Mountaineer. It wasn’t always that way. Remembering travels with my parents in this story for Vacay

British Columbia, Calgary, Kamloops, luxury, luxury travel, rail, Rocky Mountaineer, train travel, trains, vacay.ca, Vancouver
Driving the Irish Loop in Newfoundland
11 Jan 2016

Driving the Irish Loop in Newfoundland

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Canada | 0

The Irish Loop is one of the 20 Best Places to Visit in Canada in 2015, according to Vacay.ca.  Read about our one-day whirlwind tour of the Avalon Peninsula in Newfoundland. The Irish Loop draws a lazy circle around the Avalon Peninsula … Continued

Canada, Cape Spear, driving tour, Ferryland, lighthouse, miniatures, Newfoundland, The Irish Loop, vacay.ca, whales, woodcarving
Lottery becomes a draw in Newfoundland
11 Sep 2015

Lottery becomes a draw in Newfoundland

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Canada | 0

Our visit to the Grotto of Lourdes, Newfoundland, became a story in Vacay.ca  Grotto of Lourdes, NFLD August 26, 2015. It was wonderful to meet the lovely folks who put so much time and energy into building this tribute to their … Continued

Grotto, Lourdes, Newfoundland, vacay.ca
5 Heavenly Harbours
21 Aug 2015

5 Heavenly Harbours

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Canada | 0

5 Heavenly Harbours for the Calgary Herald “Psst!  Wanna buy a fish?”  The peaceful dock at Quadra Island, B.C. was the last place I expected to be approached by a malnourished fish dealer with a nicotine habit.  When he sidled … Continued

British Columbia, Fairmont Empress, farmers' market, Halifax, harbor, Hilton Saint John, Inn at Laurel Point, Nanaimo, New Brunswick, Quadra Island, St. John, Victoria
The Wilder Side of Red Deer – Extreme Pumpkin Carving
19 Aug 2015

The Wilder Side of Red Deer – Extreme Pumpkin Carving

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Canada | 0

The biting whine of a chainsaw shattered the silence of the cornfield under a bright blue autumn sky.  We watched in horror as the blade plunged and twisted into its target.  Would the carver succeed or lose a finger? Would … Continued

Halloween, Man Tracker, Pumpkins, Ranch Tracker, Red Deer

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We're so lucky to live two hours from Fairmont Cha We're so lucky to live two hours from Fairmont ChateauLakeLouise.  It's a perfect weekend getaway any time of the year, especially now that BASIN, their amazing world class spa has opened @fairmontcll #luxuryspa
A first taste of winter at beautiful Fairmont Chat A first taste of winter at beautiful Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. I'm here to experience BASIN Glacial Waters Spa, Accor's flagship European influenced wellness centre, making its debut here on the shores of Lake Louise. But first, tour a jewel box room from high above those deep turquoise waters #fairmont #lakelouise #luxuryspa
My story on what to do in Blarney if you don't kis My story on what to do in Blarney if you don't kiss the stone, or even if you do, appeared in the Vancouver Sun and Toronto Sun Travel sections last Saturday (link in bio). Maybe I picked up the gift of gab through osmosis? Seriously though, Blarney is a wonderful little town with an authentic vibe and a strong local community rooted in the industrial age and beyond. Blarney Woolen Mills is the best place to pick up a sweater in Ireland bar none. They'll even customize your name tag. #irelandsancienteast #tourismireland  #blarneycastle #blarneystone #ireland #cork #mickjagger
The sun broke through at last just as we were leav The sun broke through at last just as we were leaving Tate Modern. Enjoyed our excellent docent led tour that ended with the Mark Rothko room, a place of quiet contemplation #tatemodern #London #lovebritain
The Grand York is a charming blend of old and new. The Grand York is a charming blend of old and new. The former railway headquarters was converted into a hotel fifteen years ago. Historic marble floors and vintage woodwork was retained under the historic designation, but an entirely new transitional modern wing was added so guests can have the best of both worlds to choose from
The new wellness center and spa will add hydrotherapy and treatment rooms to the pool. The location is perfect, walking distance to the Shambles, a designated historical area in the heart of York #grandhotelyork #lovebritain #yorkshire #luxuryhotelsuk
A glorious trip via British Pullman's Belmond trai A glorious trip via British Pullman's Belmond train to beautiful Chatsworth House north of London. It began with a champagne send off at Victoria Station and a delicious brunch with bellinis and caviar while the countryside unfurled alongside us
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