Monthly Archives: October 2009

Eat! Drink! Food & wine festivals in Western Canada

Posted on October 28, 2009 by vivian is virtual

The squirrels have it right. There’s nothing like the arrival of fall to make you eat and eat and eat in preparation for the cold winter months ahead. To help satisfy the appetites of readers in Western Canada for delicious … Continue reading →

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VIA Préférence: Free train travel and great shopping!

Posted on October 22, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Hey VIA Préférence members! Get closer to earning free train travel by shopping online at the VIA Préférence eBoutique. You’ll get one VIA Préférence point for each dollar spent, thus bringing you ever nearer to a free train trip with … Continue reading →

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Benoit Huot – Official Olympic torchbearer!

Posted on October 20, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Can you just feel the excitement growing? The Games of Vancouver 2010 are almost here and our medal-winning Paralympic swimmer Benoit Huot is going to be front and centre! Local boy Huot will be the official bearer of the Olympic … Continue reading →

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Fun activities for kids on the train

Posted on October 15, 2009 by vivian is virtual

So you’re taking the kids on a train trip this fall, and you’re wondering how to keep them busy and entertained. VIA Rail has some fun on-board activities, and you’re bringing the usual PSP, crayons and colouring books, but what … Continue reading →

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Top 5: What to see and do in Quebec City

Posted on October 13, 2009 by vivian is virtual

I’ve been to Quebec City countless times (a major perk of working with VIA!) and I’ll let you in on a secret… the city’s never more magical than in the fall. Here’s why:     1. Start with the panoramic … Continue reading →

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New photo contest: Win $3,000 in travel from VIA!

Posted on October 9, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Do you have a photo worth $3,000? Then enter my new Facebook contest for a chance to win just that in travel vouchers from VIA Rail. Here’s how to enter: Look through your photos of train travel in Canada and … Continue reading →

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Toronto-Montreal train: New 5pm experience

Posted on October 7, 2009 by vivian is virtual

At the end of your business day, take the most relaxing way home – the train! Business class travellers taking trains 66 and 67 between Toronto and Montreal now enjoy more perks than ever: Privileged access to in-station Panorama lounges … Continue reading →

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Top 5: Travel ideas for fall!

Posted on October 1, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Here are my top five picks for travel fun this fall: 1. Go pumpkin-pickingOr zucchini-picking. Or squash picking! Pick-your-own farms are a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon – especially if you have kids. Check out the fresh produce … Continue reading →

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