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There’s a saying in Vancouver: the west coast is the best coast. Join the locals strolling along the city’s iconic seawall and you’ll soon agree. There’s a special kind of magic where the towering forests of Stanley Park meet the sparkling waters of English Bay and the North Shore Mountains beckon just beyond Alaska-bound cruise ships sailing under the Lions Gate Bridge.
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Here’s the perfect plan for getting to know Vancouver’s diverse neighbourhoods, from cobblestones to coffee shops and everything in between…
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As the snow melts and the country emerges from winter hibernation, festival season swings into gear from coast to coast. But here’s a little secret for the rest of Canada: In Edmonton, festival season lasts all year. There’s no settling in for a long winter’s nap here – there are more festivals in Alberta’s capital than there are weeks in the year, and the city’s been alive with festivals celebrating lights, arts, culture and sport all winter through…
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The gold rush poet Robert W. Service is best known for tales of hardscrabble life in the Klondike. But like everyone who makes it to the Yukon, he was awed by the stark, stunning beauty of the land, writing:
“It’s the beauty that thrills me with wonder,
It’s the stillness that fills me with peace.”
As 2023 marks the 125th anniversary of the Klondike Gold Rush, there’s no better time to seek out the magic and mystery of these lands…
It was a pleasure to work with my long-time client Fresh Air Productions on the 2023 Harley Owners Group™ Membership Guide. In addition to copy-editing the full guide, I wrote the ride descriptions for 10 epic Canadian rides – one for each province – as recommended by local riding experts in the regions.
It’s a beautiful project and such a fun way to show off the landscapes of this country.
Perched at the top of Canada, the Yukon is well known as a prime destination for spotting the elusive Northern Lights. But there’s much more to this unique territory than its spectacular skies.
In this four-day itinerary, you’ll experience vibrant city life, explore the snowy backcountry and get to know the locals while making plenty of time to gaze into the spectacular depths of every northern winter night…
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Fall has been a time for learning since we laced up our first back-to-school shoes. This year, Whistler’s Cornucopia invites you to open your mind – and your palate – to fresh ideas and inspiration at signature events, chef’s demonstrations, delicious winery dinners and educational drink seminars. Made for the epicurious, Whistler’s fall festival of food and drink takes place November 4 to 6, 10 to 20 and 25 to 27…
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Everyone knows that a top-rated Okanagan Pinot Noir pairs perfectly with dark chocolate or sharp cheese. And on an autumn visit to Kelowna, you can take the merging of wine and food much deeper with multi-course winemakers’ dinners featuring some of the region’s best vintages and chefs.
But Kelowna in the fall is not just about the wine. The bountiful harvest season is a spectacular time to get outdoors and experience all that the land and the lake have to offer. It’s also a perfect chance to extend your stay for an exploration of Kelowna’s craft beer and cider scenes…
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The long, lazy days of summer may be over – but there’s still time for one more local road trip in the crisp West Coast fall. With an abundance of arts and culture experiences that can be enjoyed rain or shine, Whistler is a destination you can count on no matter what the autumn weather brings…
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With snow-capped mountains framing fall colours in the valley, Whistler offers a breathtaking setting for a world-class celebration of food and drink from the Sea-to-Sky region and beyond.
Cornucopia is back for its 25th anniversary with a reimagined schedule of tastings, events, seminars and celebrations throughout November. With extended dates and a diverse schedule of events, Whistler’s signature fall festival invites the epicurious to let their taste buds (safely) run wild in this spectacular mountain playground.
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