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Glam Camping : Top 10 Luxury Camping Tips

Posted on July 28, 2010 by vivian is virtual

I’m a city gal at heart. But even I can’t resist the call of the wild… only I like to visit in style. Read on for my luxury camping essentials!: 1. Silk liner Battle chilly nights with a silk liner. … Continue reading →

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Love horses? Enjoy Québec’s International Bromont 2010!

Posted on July 22, 2010 by vivian is virtual

What International Bromont 2010 Where The 1976 Olympic Horse Park, in Bromont, QC When July 21-25 & July 28-August 1, 2010 Why One of the biggest equestrian events in Canada, with over 600 riders & their horses. Don’t miss the … Continue reading →

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Toronto’s Caribana Festival

Posted on July 19, 2010 by vivian is virtual

      What Toronto’s Caribana Festival Where Toronto, Ontario hosts North America’s biggest street party When Countdown from July 15, 2010 to the big draw – the July 31st Caribana Parade Why Over one million partiers let loose along … Continue reading →

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This summer, kids travel for only $10 w/ VIA Rail!

Posted on July 15, 2010 by vivian is virtual

Pack your bags, & take off anywhere in Canada VIA travels… with the whole family! Pay only $10 for every child joining you on the train* Until September 10, 2010 (up to 5 kids per adult) How to Book Dread … Continue reading →

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Contest: Win 4 VIP passes to Osheaga!

Posted on July 12, 2010 by vivian is virtual

Land a dream weekend at Montreal’s Osheaga Festival, with 3 of your closest friends. You’ll score: 4 VIP festival passes, to see Arcade Fire, Weezer, Sonic Youth & more   4 round trip train tickets in the Québec City-Windsor corridor … Continue reading →

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Save an additional 10% on VIA Rail’s best fare!

Posted on July 7, 2010 by vivian is virtual

Save an additional 10% on the best available fare with VIA Rail!* Travel to any VIA destination in Canada, one-way or round trip in Economy class, with the comfort, flexibility & perks only a train offers. There’s 2 ways to get your e-coupon: … Continue reading →

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Ecotourism in Canada: Travel responsibly

Posted on June 29, 2010 by vivian is virtual

  Want to give an ecotourism slant to your next vacation? Canada’s a perfect fit! Our wealth of parks, wilderness, natural regions and ecosystems lend themselves easily to the ecotourist’s mission to: Travel to natural areas Minimize impact & promote … Continue reading →

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Top 5: What to see and do in Saskatoon

Posted on June 23, 2010 by vivian is virtual

Misaskwatomin. Cree for the best fruit I’ve ever tasted. So good they even named a whole Canadian city after them… Saskatoon berries! With a wild flavour of blueberries, honey and almonds, these Saskatoon trademarks make any summer visit a treat. … Continue reading →

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The “Summer Vacation in Canada” contest winner is…

Posted on June 14, 2010 by vivian is virtual

Our “Summer Vacation in Canada” contest showed Canadians have a spirit of adventure! You’re dreaming about so many amazing ways to travel, involving: Float planes Ferries Houseboats Sea kayaks Motorcycles Horseback Backpacking RV’ing & the Train (of course!)   And the … Continue reading →

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MUTEK 2010 – I was there!

Posted on June 9, 2010 by vivian is virtual

Tickets to the 11th edition of MUTEK this June 2 to 6? Irresistible! Camera in hand, I plunged into an electronic music marathon that had me whirling around downtown Montreal. Check out my photo album! Visions 4 My first stop … Continue reading →

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