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    The Queen is planning her 24th official visit to Canada

    It is not currently known where the Queen will visit, or if it will be in 2009 or maybe in 2010 to tie in with the Vancouver winter Olympics. The Queen last visited Canada in 2005, as part of the celebrations surrounding the provincial centennials of Saskatchewan and Alberta.

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    Family Fitness in the Cycling Capital of Canada

    Victoria, BC is rated the cycling capital of Canada (Statistics Canada 2006) and what better way to experience the relaxed pace of Island life, than from a bike? Cycle Treks offers both guided and self guided touring options that fit the whole family. Both the single and multi-day tours are suitable for children 10 and [...]

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    Summer in Whistler – 2009

    Every Woman in the World May 22-24, 2009 All women (all ages, shapes, sizes) are invited to Whistler to choose from over 50 all-levels fitness-oriented and wellness workshops all in one weekend. Featuring yoga, African dancing, hip hop, Pilates, aromatherapy, belly dancing, striptease, laughter yoga, personal goal setting and much more. www.everywomanintheworld.com Whistler Wellness Week [...]

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    What’s On in Whistler – April 2009

    Visit Whistler in April to enjoy spring skiing and boarding, amazing stay and ski deals and one of the world’s largest snow sports, music and entertainment festivals. The TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival returns to Whistler for 10 days featuring pro skiers and snowboarders, film, photography, art events and Canada’s largest free outdoor concert [...]

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    Cheap Canada Flights

    Searching for a deal on any form of travel can be quite a task. At a time when getting a good deal is more important to most people than it has been in the past, understanding how to get the best deal possible is at the forefront of a lot of traveler’s minds.

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    Billy Connolly: Journey to the Edge of the World DVD

    Last summer famous Comedian and Scottish actor Billy Connolly spent 10 weeks travelling from Canada’s east to west coast and along the way explored some of Canada’s most remote northern locations.  A massive success in both the UK and Canada the TV show showcased Canada’s north on an off the beaten track discovery of all [...]

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    New Rocky Mountaineer Escorted Rail Tours

    New for 2009, Rocky Mountaineer Vacations (RMV) is introducing five new escorted rail tours through Western Canada. In addition to the spectacular rail journey, food and accommodation enjoyed by all RMV guests, escorted rail guests get the personalized services of a tour escort throughout their itinerary. They also enjoy private welcome and farewell dinners, exclusive [...]

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    VIA Rail Canada 50% Off Promotion

    VIA Rail Canada is offering all the fun for half the price this season on three of its most popular tourism services: Toronto-Jasper-Vancouver Canadian Montréal-Halifax Ocean Montréal-Gaspé Chaleur The discount is valid in both Comfort (Economy) and Sleeper Class services and needs to be booked by March 31 for Discounted Travel. VIA’s flagship Canadian Voted [...]

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    Canada: An insider’s guide to road, rail and cruise

    The UK’s Telegraph newspaper has a very good article on travelling within Canada.  The article covers road, rail and cruises and offers some good tips, which while are not exactly insider tips they are very good if your planning a trip to Canada.

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