Monthly Archives: January 2009

Valentine’s Day romance in Toronto

Posted on January 27, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Valentine’s Day is just a little over two weeks away. Don’t be a wallflower! Get up some nerve and ask that cutie down the hall to lunch. Or if you’re already taken, plan ahead for once and put together a … Continue reading →

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Montreal’s Fête des Neiges vs. Vivian

Posted on January 22, 2009 by vivian is virtual

It’s Auntie Viv for me this weekend at Montréal’s Fête des Neiges! I’ll be racing after my nephews at Parc Jean-Drapeau, where a huge winter playground of (mostly) free activities for the whole family awaits. I’m exhausted just thinking about … Continue reading →

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And our contest winner is…

Posted on January 22, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Remember the Become a Vivian fan on Facebook contest? I am pleased to announce that our official winner is Amanda Bhaggu from Toronto! Amanda has won a $200 VIA Rail travel voucher valid for trips anywhere in Canada. I look … Continue reading →

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Go green with TravelingTheGreenWay

Posted on January 19, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Thanks Sonya! Your comment steered me to a new must-read blog: TravelingTheGreenWay. Billed as “Earth friendly ideas for your travel”, Sonya scours the web for daily green travel news, green travel destinations around the globe, green gear that makes trips … Continue reading →

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Cross Canada – and save 50% this winter!

Posted on January 15, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Picture it – a young Vivian, boarding her first-ever train. The rollicking sway, elegant dining car, comfy armchairs magicked into beds, and waking to that first glimpse of the ocean… I’ve loved rail ever since! Share the adventure this winter … Continue reading →

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Western Canada: 5 hot winter picks

Posted on January 13, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Forget about holing up indoors if you’re in Western Canada this season! From Winnipeg to Vancouver, band together with friends and family and genuinely enjoy winter at these festivals and events: Saskatoon – 2009 BMO Canadian Figure Skating Championships – … Continue reading →

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Viv’s guide to the social web!

Posted on January 8, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Naturally, I can’t get enough of the Web. Helloooo, I’m made of pixels! The social web allows me to share my fabulousness with… well, everyone. And since I want you to also embrace the best things in life – I … Continue reading →

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Best of the Web – New style trends!

Posted on January 6, 2009 by vivian is virtual

So… how are those resolutions coming along? If you – like me – have vowed to refresh your image for 2009, and are in need of some inspiration, let me share with you some of my latest fabulous finds! Vitamin … Continue reading →

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