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Best Spas in Canada

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:54:21 +0000

Many of the best spas in Canada take advantage of the country's vast natural resources. Aqua-Mer Thalassoth�rapie in Quebec, for example, pumps in sea water from the Chaleurs Bay to use in restorative treatments. Le Scandinave spas in Collingwood and Mont-Tremblant offer Nordic-style water therapy in picturesque Canadian settings.

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Canada's Best Spas
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Spa Etiquette - Stripping & Tipping

Best Spas in Canada originally appeared on About.com Canada Travel on Thursday, November 5th, 2009 at 10:54:21.

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100-Day Countdown to Vancouver 2010 Olympics

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:49:47 +0000

Today, November 4, 2009, marks the 100-day countdown till the Vancouver 2010 Olympics.

In Whistler where many of the alpine and nordic events are taking place and in the Host City Vancouver, pre-Olympic buzz is tangible. Monday, snow fell on Blackcomb and Whistler mountains, getting people excited for the resort's November 26th opening. Whistler is offering great deals before the games start, including a stay and ski special starting at CAD$88. In addition, did you know that during the Olympics, the ski hills in Whistler are 90% open for business and accommodation is still available for this time.

Related reading:

Whistler Travel Guide
Vancouver Travel Guide
Vancouver 2010 Official Site

100-Day Countdown to Vancouver 2010 Olympics originally appeared on About.com Canada Travel on Monday, November 2nd, 2009 at 13:49:47.

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Who Needs a Visa to Visit Canada?

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:54:29 +0000

Lots of people need it........many people don't. I'm talking about a visa to visit Canada. Applying for a Canada visa is not a huge deal, that is, unless you've forgotten to do it. Be advised you can't get a visa once you've arrived in Canada.

Find out who needs a visa and how to get it done.

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Who Needs a Visa to Visit Canada? originally appeared on About.com Canada Travel on Wednesday, October 28th, 2009 at 20:54:29.

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Canada's Top 10 Cities

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:48:53 +0000

Some of the cities are obvious, others less known. Here is a list of the cities in Canada that are most visited by people other than Canadians. The list is courtesy Statistics Canada, International Travel Survey, 2007.

The city pictured above is number one.

More Canada Top 10s:

Ten Classic Canada Vacations
Top 10 Reasons to Visit Canada
Top 10 Canada Attractions & Destinations

Canada's Top 10 Cities originally appeared on About.com Canada Travel on Wednesday, October 28th, 2009 at 09:48:53.

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Canada's Best Scenic Drives

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 09:33:19 +0000

Canada, with its vast natural environment, has a huge number of scenic drives. Some are a little off the beaten path (the Viking Trail in Newfoundland) and others are near big Canadian cites, like the Sea to Sky Highway between Vancouver and Whistler.

Make the drive part of the vacation fun. See Canada's Best Scenic Drives

^{Photograph of the Sea to Sky Highway by Chris Cheadle / Getty Images}

Canada's Best Scenic Drives originally appeared on About.com Canada Travel on Saturday, October 24th, 2009 at 09:33:19.

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Haunted Houses and other Halloween Festivities around the World

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:28:08 +0000

Although Halloween has its roots in Ireland and Scotland, today Halloween is celebrated around the world. These celebrations have the shared theme of ghosts, graveyards, goblins, etc, but some of the frightful festivities are not exactly traditional. For example, did you know a very adult Halloween party takes place on the main train line in Tokyo? See more ways to observe Halloween worldwide.

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Halloween around the World
Ghost & Graveyard Walks in Canada

Haunted Houses and other Halloween Festivities around the World originally appeared on About.com Canada Travel on Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 at 21:28:08.

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Ghost & Graveyard Walks in Canada

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:13:07 +0000

Canada has its share of scary stories. Victims of ghoulish crimes, tormented souls and vengeful lovers all haunt Canadian soil.

In the spirit of Halloween, why not try out one of these Ghost & Graveyard Walks in Canada. These walks are a great way to learn about local legends and culture and a fun Halloween-time treat for kids and adults alike.

Ghost & Graveyard Walks in Canada originally appeared on About.com Canada Travel on Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 at 12:13:07.

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Top 10 Canada Attractions and Destinations

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:38:12 +0000

Narrowing the best Canada attractions and destinations down to a mere ten is not easy. Canada - the second largest country in the world - covers five time zones, stretches between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans and boasts an impressive number of natural wonders as well as urban excellence.

In coming up with the list of the top Canada attractions and destinations, we considered popularity (how many people visit), but also looked at how unique the attraction is to Canada and does it lend itself to the national identity. If we were to measure by just number of visitors, the list would be very Toronto-centric; and although we love Toronto, we wanted a broader representation of Canada.

Any top 10 list is controversial, so please let me have it. What have we missed? Be sure to comment.

^{Photograph of the Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Island, by Henry Georgi / Getty Images.}

Top 10 Canada Attractions and Destinations originally appeared on About.com Canada Travel on Sunday, October 18th, 2009 at 20:38:12.

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Don't Get Left Out in the Cold - Dress to Keep Warm

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:14:47 +0000

Nothing ruins a day outside like being cold. (Actually, nothing ruins a day outside like your kids being cold.)

Canada's temperatures can certainly challenge the hardiest of travellers in the winter months.

Do you have the right winter gear? Learn the basics about how to dress to keep warm in cold weather.

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Top Canada Winter Activities
Top 10 Canada Winter Festivals
Weather in Canada

Don't Get Left Out in the Cold - Dress to Keep Warm originally appeared on About.com Canada Travel on Friday, October 16th, 2009 at 10:14:47.

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Delta Hotels and Resorts in Canada from CAD$79

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:15:39 +0000

The Canadian dollar may be up, but hotel prices in Canada are dropping. Hotel deals are popping up all over the place, and the latest one to catch our eye was from Delta Hotels and Resorts. Delta has reduced hotel and resort rates at 40 of its properties across Canada, with a night's stay ranging from CAD$79 - $169. Offer valid until October 22, 2009, for stays until December 31, 2009. Certain blackout dates apply.

Delta Hotels and Resorts in Canada from CAD$79 originally appeared on About.com Canada Travel on Wednesday, October 14th, 2009 at 21:15:39.

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