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Spring skiing: Where to go where there's still snow

We don't have any snow in Toronto, but there's plenty in other parts of the world, including Quebec, B.C. and Switzerland. It's a great time for that spring-time ski trip.

We don't have any snow in Toronto, but there's plenty in other parts of the world, including Quebec, B.C. and Switzerland. It's a great time for that spring-time ski trip.

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By Neil McKay
2012/03/09 18:08:00

It's a green wonderland in Toronto, but there's still snow aplenty for skiers heading out west, to Quebec or to Switzerland.

Travel | Skiing

Swiss skiing: Saas-Fee a delight in spring

Sledding is favourite family pursuit in Saas-Fee. Twice a week you can tackle the prepared 5.5 km track at night.
2012/03/09 21:50:00

High in the Swiss Alps, skiing is life and life is skiing, despite the odd avalanche.

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Myrtle Beach golf: Ponds, pines and Southern charm abound

Caledona Golf and Fish Club, near Myrtle Beach, is a tremendous course with a real Southern feel.
2012/03/10 00:01:00

Plenty to like at Pine Lakes Golf Club and magnificent Caledonia. Myrtle Beach is an affordable and fun travel destination.

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Air Canada situation normal, and Chicago comes to Toronto

Chicago's waterfront wins accolades from visitors from all over the world, with wonderful attractions and miles of clean beaches. :
2012/03/09 10:31:00

Chicago officials putting on a big push for tourism, and Toronto’s their prime target

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Lost in English Translation: How Brits and North Americans see the world through different words

2012/03/09 17:33:00

Brits and North Americans have some pretty strange differences when it comes to ordinary phrases

Travel | North America

B.C. Travel – Six Things to Do in Richmond

Diners at The Flying Beaver enjoy the view while watching seaplanes coming in for a landing on the Fraser River.
2012/03/10 00:01:00

Fabulous dim sum, great shopping and casinos. Vancouver has tons to offer for travel types, but don't forget Richmond.

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St. Patrick’s Day: Send us your best party or Ireland photos

2012/03/08 14:26:00

Send us your best St. Patrick's Day or Ireland travel photos. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day early, and celebrate it often!

Travel | Caribbean

Jamaica Travel: Jakes Hotel a real treasure at Treasure Beach

One of the great features at Jakes Hotel in Treasure Beach, Jamaica is Dougie's Bar. Sidle up and try one of Dougie's rum punches for a real treat.
2012/03/07 10:52:00

Jamaica doesn't get any better than Jakes Hotel, where you'll find the wonderful Dougie's Bar and a fabulous atmosphere.

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Spring Travel: Turks and Caicos Beaches resort lays out a deal for single parent families

Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort Villages and Spa is laying on a special deal for Single Parents.
2012/03/07 11:03:00

Travel deals also can be found this week for Toronto, Montreal and on a Paul Gauguin Tahiti cruise.

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St. Patrick’s Day: Eight great cities where you can shake your shamrock

St. Patrick's Day is fun in Toronto, but you might want to check out such cities as Dublin, Chicago and New York.
2012/03/08 11:04:00

From Dublin to Montreal to, yes, Buenos Aires, where to celebrate St. Patrick's Day if you're Irish - or wish you were.

Travel | North America

Las Vegas on the cheap

Top restaurants can be pricey. So can shows. But there are tons of way to make a Vegas vacation affordable.
2012/03/08 11:30:00

A Vegas vacation can be quite affordable if you know the tricks, and here’s a few to keep in mind

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Maldives denies resort spas are brothels

This is an act of a dictatorial government. Locals called for bringing a stop to the brothels which... Maldivian

Maldives denies resort spas are brothels

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Weirdest travel incidents of 2011

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B.C. Travel – Six Things to Do in Richmond

Diners at The Flying Beaver enjoy the view while watching seaplanes coming in for a landing on the Fraser River. Fabulous dim sum, great shopping and casinos. Vancouver has tons to offer for travel types, but don't forget Richmond.

Exotic travel: seascapes, antiquities and a warm welcome in Turkey

Remains of intricately carved buildings line the main street of the ancient Roman city of Ephesus, Turkey, one of the richest archeological sites in the Mediterranean region. The Aegean coast of Turkey offers stunning vistas and incredible history for folks looking for a little something different on their holiday.

Jamaica Travel: Jakes Hotel a real treasure at Treasure Beach

One of the great features at Jakes Hotel in Treasure Beach, Jamaica is Dougie's Bar. Sidle up and try one of Dougie's rum punches for a real treat. Jamaica doesn't get any better than Jakes Hotel, where you'll find the wonderful Dougie's Bar and a fabulous atmosphere.

Tintin’s adventures retraced in Peru, including Machu Picchu

Young Mountain looms over the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru. Nostalgic traveller lands in Peru, where Pisco, mummies, and the Temple of the Sun add up to a real-life comic-book adventure.

Whare Kea lodge a jewel in New Zealand’s Southern Alps

The views of Lake Wanaka, New Zealand are stunning from the lawn at Whare Kea Lodge. New Zealand’s Southern Alps have rare plants, a parrot and spectacular alpine scenery

Rivers and Dust – The two sides of Africa

There aren't many white lions in the world, but writer Peter Mandel was able to spot one like this on his safari in Africa. Finding wild animals on a safari to Africa is a special experience. But it's really all about the water.

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