How To Stay Warm and Get Cultured in Toronto
Compiled by Evelyn Wiseman Akerman, Community Manager for Yelp Toronto, @yelptoronto Skiing. Skating. Sledding. These activities sure are fun in theory, but have you actually felt the temperatures...
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Nudist Vacation Hot Spots That Will Blow Your Mind
Face it, Bella. The staycation is not for you. An island paradise or mountain getaway, sipping cocktails while wiggling your toes in the surf and basking in the sunset and, oh, what the hell, slipping...
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Have You Seen These Two Overlooked Jewels in Perugia?
On your next trip to Italy, what would you think about learning to make stained glass, or to weave on a 19th century loom? It represents a refreshing change from shoe shopping; certainly more edifying...
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Vancouver Weather Is Glorious For February (PHOTOS)
The Vancouver area (as well as parts of southern B.C. and Alberta) is enjoying an extended stretch of spring-like weather this February. But we are not here to gloat. No, we'd like to extend an...
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Icelandair's Northern Lights Plane Looks Like A Soothing Flight
Aurora borealis! At this altitude, in this part of the world, at any time of day, localized entirely in an airplane cabin? Well, yes! Icelandair posted a video to YouTube on Sunday showing off the...
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The Side of Australian Style You Might Not Know About
I used to think that the Australian lifestyle romantically embodied wearing surf shorts and bikinis all day, all year round, until I moved to Australia to live in Perth and now I see how people are...
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Newfoundland Has Rarely Looked More Breathtaking Than It Does Here
Newfoundland and Labrador doesn't have much farmable land. But the province is fertile with opportunities for fun and adventure. A video released on YouTube by Tumblr blog Faces of Newfoundland on...
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Pippa Middleton Raves About Whistler
Pippa Middleton, sister of the Duchess of Cambridge, reveals herself to be quite a ski enthusiast in a Vanity Fair column — and a huge fan of the Whistler resort in B.C. Middleton (or someone on her...
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5 Reasons to Pack Your Bags and Go to Spain
While I haven't officially announced it on the blog, I am currently on a whirlwind 5 month trip in Europe, working and exploring the sights and sounds of the countries that fascinate me (and don't have...
View ArticleB.C.-Alaska Night Border Closure Divides Community In Two -- To Save Money
People from Stewart, B.C. and Hyder, Alaska have lived side-by-side for more than 100 years and have shared everything from emergency services to grizzly bear sightings. But the two northerly towns...
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Palm Trees In Vancouver Are Real, And They're Spectacular
Recent photos of warm, spring-like Vancouver brought much disbelief from some people — not because of the lovely February weather, but because of the palm trees. You see, they felt such plants couldn't...
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Montreal Castle For Rent Through Airbnb Is A Great March Break Destination
Looking for a last-minute rental in which to stay for March Break? Why not a luxurious castle in the heart of Montreal? A person can dream. At $2,066 per night, the Old Montreal Castle is available to...
View ArticleUltimate Organized Packing Tips for March Break
We're two weeks away from March Break and for most families, that means two weeks away from a family vacation! Before you do anything, be sure to check the weather report at your destination. This will...
View Article10 Calgary Breakfasts Worth Waking Up For
Compiled by Dale Einarson, Yelp Community Manager for Calgary, @yelpcalgary Few things will awaken your weary weekend warrior from the carnage that was Friday/Saturday night. But when that tummy's...
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Alberta Photographer Of The Month: Andrea Halwas And Chad Larsen (PHOTOS)
With spring right around the corner, we have to admit we're excited. Like many other Albertans, we're ready to shed our winter woolies, trade our skis for hiking boots, and hit the mountain trails....
View ArticleLocal Hunters or Not, Every Bullet Is the Same to a Bear
The recent controversy surrounding the tug of war between the B.C. Wildlife Federation (BCWF) and the Guide Outfitters Association of B.C. (GOABC) over the allocation of wildlife is a lurid sideshow,...
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Andy Warhol Exhibit In Vancouver Lets Us Hang Out With Famous People (For Free)
Andy Warhol is probably the biggest celebrity in the history of art. No matter how much or little you know about artists from ancient to modern, you've probably heard of Andy Warhol and his notorious...
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Northern Lights Time-Lapse Video Shows Off B.C.'s Skeena Region
Catching the northern lights in B.C. takes a little planning and a little luck, but B.C. photographer Derek Flynn proves that it's oh-so-worthwhile. Flynn, who lives in Terrace, B.C., posted a stunning...
View Article'Fifty Shades Of Grey' Movie Locations Promoted By Tourism Vancouver
VANCOUVER - Much of the headline-grabbing movie "Fifty Shades of Grey," released last month, was shot in downtown Vancouver, a fact that Tourism Vancouver is playing up.The marketing agency's blog...
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Canada's Nicest (And Most Expensive) Airbnb Rentals
Last week, we told you about a stunning Montreal castle you could rent through Airbnb. So we asked ourselves: what are some of the most luxurious Airbnb rentals you can find across Canada? The rental...
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