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HostelBookers names 5 of the world’s most bike-friendly cities and hostels

HostelBookers names 5 of the world’s most bike-friendly cities and hostels

More and more people realize that bicycles can be much more useful than cars. Bikes are cheap, environmentally friendly, keep their owners in good health and as much more fun means of transport for travellers exploring a new destination. HostelBookers, the budget accommodation specialist names the... (more...)

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Enjoying London’s Royal Attractions

Enjoying London’s Royal Attractions

In the days around July 4th in the United States, we’re all about beating the U-S-A! U-S-A! drum – and there’s nothing wrong with citizens celebrating their country’s independence. But for all our chest-thumping about how happy we are to be free from our one-time royal overlords,... (more...)

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Cordon Bleu Mexican Chef in Ottawa this week – great French Mexican fusion cusine.

Cordon Bleu Mexican Chef in Ottawa this week – great French Mexican fusion cusine.

Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa is pleased to announce that Chef Miguel Ángel Quezada, Executive Chef at Casa de Francia five diamond Le Cordon Bleu restaurant in Mexico is visiting Le Cordon Bleu Bistro at Signatures restaurant this week. Chef Quezada  has created a fantastic Mexican French Fusion... (more...)

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Endangered species trafficking: What did Gibson Guitar know?

Endangered species trafficking: What did Gibson Guitar know?

A motion filed last month by the U.S. Department of Justice alleges Gibson Guitar knew it was trafficking in endangered timber when it was busted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in November 2009, reports the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA).Related Posts:Gibson Guitar under federal investigation... (more...)

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London Street Photography Festival celebrates the city through unstaged photos

London Street Photography Festival celebrates the city through unstaged photos

An exciting new event in London’s cultural calendar, London Street Photography Festival will showcase the best contemporary street photographers, while honoring past masters and providing a platform for dialogue around street photography. Taking place throughout July, with a diverse program... (more...)

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Ontario reaches out to the kids to stimulate domestic tourism

Ontario reaches out to the kids to stimulate domestic tourism

Good idea. A few days ago, on the last day of school, kids in Ontario received a booklet called the Fun Pass courtesy of the Ontario Government. Good idea to encourage staycations and vacations in the province. Every child in Ontario schools got one. Kids 14 and under get coupons included in the booklet... (more...)

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Travel Writers vs Travel Bloggers

Travel Writers vs Travel Bloggers

From left to right: Gary Arndt, me, Brooks and Steve Keenan at #blogtripF1 What’s the difference anyways? A travel writer writes movie scripts, a travel blogger writes TV scripts. That quote comes from Gary Arndt, author of the Everything Everywhere blog. Gary has been traveling around the world... (more...)

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