Freelance travel and lifestyle writer based in the beachy Vancouver suburb of White Rock, BC. Recent clients include Harley-Davidson Canada, CBC, the Evening Standard, and Explore.
On Location: IMM New York – five travel trends agents should watch in 2024
More than 800 travel media professionals and representatives of global travel brands met at the Javits Center in New York from Jan. 24-25 for the International Media Marketplace and TravMedia Summit.
Over two action-packed days, PAX spoke to dozens of travel professionals to take the pulse of the industry.
From those discussions, we identified five important trends that travel advisors should keep in mind as they hone their business strategies for the year.
Strategies, suggestions & scams: takeaways from Travel Market Place in Vancouver
A sold-out Travel Market Place wrapped up in Vancouver on Wednesday (March 6) after a packed two days of knowledge sharing and networking.
With around 300 travel advisors and 100 suppliers in attendance, this year’s conference featured more advisors presenting than ever before.
Celebrate the bold tastes of BC and beyond at Cornucopia this fall
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Whistler's annual fall festival of food and drink returns in November with 11 days of world-class dinners, tastings, and parties celebrating the bold tastes and tastemakers that make Cornucopia a can't-miss experience.
Running from November 9 to 19, Cornucopia features more than 70 highly anticipated events, with something for everyone who wants to deepen their knowledge and experience of wine, beer, spirits, and great food – or simply to have unparalleled fun in one of the most beautiful places in BC...
Discover Sea to Sky's Softer Side with a Cultural Getaway this Fall
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The Sea to Sky corridor is an outdoor mountain adventure playground all year long. But as the colours start to change in the crisp autumn air, it's the perfect time to slow down and take in the region's abundant indoor and outdoor cultural attractions. As you explore the rich heritage of Whistler, Squamish, and Pemberton, you'll come away with a new sense of connection to this spectacular getaway so close to home.
Find your winter wonderland in Whistler and Vancouver
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Vancouver’s North Shore Mountains come alive with winter fun as soon as the first snowfall hits. From skiing and snowboarding to family-friendly activities like tubing (main image, above) and tobogganing, there’s a snowy adventure for every skill level.
Kapsalon: A Delicious Cultural Collision Rooted in Rotterdam
When I moved to Amsterdam in 2018, I enrolled in Dutch classes and began mentally translating every word of Dutch I saw, from street signs to menus to the aisles at grocery stores. The language sometimes baffled me. I was particularly perplexed when I started noticing the word “kapsalon” on the menu boards of shawarma shops around town. I was sure kapsalon meant hair salon. Was this a looming snack stand–barbershop collaboration trend?
City to summit: Your perfect itinerary for a week in Edmonton and Jasper
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The ultimate Canadian summer vacation awaits in Edmonton and Jasper. With 18 hours of daily sunlight in North America’s northernmost metropolis, you can pack your days with city fun before heading into the mountains for a restorative outdoor adventure in the spectacular Jasper National Park.
A Vancouver break is where city, beach and epic mountains meet
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There’s a saying in Vancouver: the west coast is the best coast. Join the locals strolling along the city’s iconic seawall and you’ll soon agree. There’s a special kind of magic where the towering forests of Stanley Park meet the sparkling waters of English Bay and the North Shore Mountains beckon just beyond Alaska-bound cruise ships sailing under the Lions Gate Bridge.
It’s time to take advantage of British Airways new Summer flights to Vancouver, flying up to six times per week from Londo...
Get to know Vancouver’s neighbourhoods on a city break this summer
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Vancouver is a city of neighbourhoods, each with its own unique culture and feel, leaving you spoiled for choice as you craft your perfect summer holiday experience. With British Airways new summer flight to Vancouver, flying from London Gatwick up to six times per week, it’s easier than ever to escape to this Pacific Coast jewel nestled between the mountains and the sea.
Experience Golden, BC's New Railrider Mountain Coaster
I’ve enjoyed the thrill of a rollercoaster ever since my first trip to Disneyland, when I barely met the minimum height requirements. So when an invitation to the launch of Canada’s longest and fastest mountain coaster appeared in my inbox, I was ready to start packing my bags.
I had to wait a little longer than planned. Originally scheduled to launch in 2022, the Railrider Mountain Coaster at Golden Skybridge was delayed by highway closures and supply chain challenges last summer. The coaste...
Summer in Edmonton: Find your passion in Canada's Festival City
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As the snow melts and the country emerges from winter hibernation, festival season swings into gear from coast to coast. But here's a little secret for the rest of Canada: In Edmonton, festival season lasts all year. There's no settling in for a long winter's nap here – there are more festivals in Alberta's capital than there are weeks in the year, and the city's been alive with festivals celebrating lights, arts, culture and sport all winter through.
Find peace with these Iconic Yukon landscapes
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As 2023 marks the 125th anniversary of the Klondike Gold Rush, there's no better time to seek out the magic and mystery of these lands that so dazzled Service and the thousands of would-be tycoons who joined poet Robert Service under the midnight sun.
Air Canada bids farewell to Lucie Guillemette, highlights YVR’s status as a premier Asia-Pacific gateway
Air Canada welcomed Vancouver travel trade professionals to an event at the Fairmont Pacific Rim hotel that was packed with updates on Wednesday (April 12), including a restructuring at Air Canada Vacations (ACV) and the retirement of Lucie Guillemette, executive vice-president and chief commercial officer, after 36 years with the airline.
“It’s bittersweet for me,” Guillemette, who also served as president of ACV, told the crowd. “I can assure you that I’ll be your biggest cheerleader as we ...
Experience the Yukon: Perfect winter Whitehorse itinerary
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Perched at the top of Canada, the Yukon is well known as a prime destination for spotting the elusive Northern Lights. But there's much more to this unique territory than its spectacular skies.
In this four-day itinerary, you'll experience vibrant city life, explore the snowy backcountry and get to know the locals while making plenty of time to gaze into the spectacular depths of every northern winter night.
Broaden Your Horizons at Cornucopia this Fall
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Fall has been a time for learning since we laced up our first back-to-school shoes. This year, Whistler's Cornucopia invites you to open your mind – and your palate – to fresh ideas and inspiration at signature events, chef's demonstrations, delicious winery dinners and educational drink seminars...