Monthly Archives: November 2008

VIA schedule changes this December

Posted on November 26, 2008 by vivian is virtual

Your favourite Canadian passenger rail service has made some changes to its train schedules, so listen up! The following routes have revised departure and arrival times: Toronto-Montréal Toronto-Ottawa Montréal-Ottawa Toronto-Sarnia Toronto-Windsor Not only do these changes make travelling more convenient … Continue reading →

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Congratulations November contest winner!

Posted on November 24, 2008 by vivian is virtual

A big shout-out to Carol Walker from Waterford, Ontario for being selected as the winner of VIA’s “What’s your favourite fall destination?” contest! So Carol, where are you going with your $200 VIA Rail travel voucher?

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Edmonton: 10 things to see and do

Posted on November 21, 2008 by vivian is virtual

I just rekindled my love affair with Edmonton. Brimming with exciting events and activities for the whole family, it’s definitely giving Calgary a run for its money as Alberta’s top destination. Check out the following 10 things to see and … Continue reading →

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Become a ‘green’ traveller

Posted on November 18, 2008 by vivian is virtual

I’m a huge fan of the Green Passport Campaign, a global initiative by the United Nations Environment Programme that highlights the importance of becoming a more environmentally-conscious traveller. This includes: Selecting the most ecologically-friendly means of transportation (remember, a bike … Continue reading →

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Voyage au Canada en hiver

Posted on November 13, 2008 by vivian is virtual

L’hiver est à nos portes, nous le savons. Oui, le temps sera froid, même très froid, mais c’est comme ça, l’hiver au Canada…. Au fil de mes séjours en train, j’ai photographié plusieurs paysages qui mettent en valeur la beauté … Continue reading →

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Winter travel in Canada

Posted on November 13, 2008 by vivian is virtual

Winter is fast approaching, as I’m sure you’ve all noticed. But although it’s getting chilly–even frigid!–it doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy Canada in all its wintry wonder! While travelling aboard VIA Rail, I took some beautiful shots of the Canadian … Continue reading →

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Survey: What’s your favourite fall destination?

Posted on November 5, 2008 by vivian is virtual

Ahem! Attention! Attention! VIA Rail has just launched a new survey exclusive to readers of the “On the go with Vivian!” blog. Step one: Choose your favourite fall destination in Canada. Step two: Leave a comment on this blog article telling … Continue reading →

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