Edmonton is a haven for foodies and festival buffs

With more than 16 hours of daylight, moderate temperatures and a blissful lack of humidity, Edmonton is a terrific summer destination.

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• Canadian cuisine from coast to coast
• The flavour of Edmonton has Ukrainian zest
• Accidental tour of art museum turns into a Garden of Delight
• Frommer's Guide to Edmonton

While it may seem like it’s all about Harry, other parks are vying for your attention

Harry Potter has arrived in Florida -- not via broomstick or Floo powder, but by a mystery technology that will sweep fans along on a life-and-death adventure...

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• With 25 new hotels, there’s plenty of room at Orlando's inns
• Orlando transports visitors to ever more sophisticated make-believe worlds
• Tips about Orlando’s major parks
• Orlando offers something for every member of the family
• Frommer's Guide to Florida

Travellers should pay attention to their health

We may pack the Pepto Bismol and sunscreen when we're getting ready for a trip, but fewer than a third of Canadians think about the chances of contracting...

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• Health insurance: Don't go abroad without it
• Staying fit on the road
• Don't let health woes spoil your dream vacation
• Airline radiation a concern but not from full-body scans
• Read more about Travel health

Map: Summer hops

Looking for something to do during a summer weekend? Our interactive map has lots of ideas for things to do around Montreal.

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Tracking down cycling fun

Biking the Tomifobia Nature Trail near Ayer's Cliff

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• See previous Short Hops columns

Getaways

Looking for something to do on the weekend? Our interactive map has lots of ideas for places to stay during your getaway.

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Strike averted at Via Rail

A three-year deal has been reached between Via Rail and the Canadian Auto Workers' union late Saturday night, ending a 72-hour strike deadline put in ...

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• Via Rail employees poised to strike
• VIA Rail walkout looms
• Strike notice filed against Via Rail

From the Bronx to Brooklyn, pianos take over New York

A man in New York's East Village runs his hands down the piano keys and reveals the secrets of the blues to a young boy -- a scene in one corner of New...

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For sale - New Zealand village with pub, 40 people

Stressed-out city executives looking to get away from it all have the chance to buy their own rural village in New Zealand, complete with a pub and population...

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Japanese take least vacation days, French the most

The Japanese are the most holiday-deprived nation in the developed world, taking an average nine days off a year, while the French enjoy the most, averaging...

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