Destinations
Azamara toasts the Golden State
Azamara Club Cruises is doing what it does best and immersing guests on its Coastal California Voyage in the world-famous wine region of California. Sailing roundtrip from Los Angeles on Feb. 10, Azamara Quest will hug the California coast calling on Monterey and Santa Barbara before making a grand entrance into San Francisco by sailing under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. San Francisco will serve as the region’s gateway to renowned winemakers and delectable cuisine when Azamara Quest remains for three full days to offer guests ample time to visit favourite vineyards or discover...
Free admission to VAG for children
The Vancouver Art Gallery, with its Visionary Partner the Diamond Foundation, has launched a new initiative that provides free Gallery admission to children 12 and under every Sunday. This allows kids to have free and regular access to all of the Gallery’s exhibits as well as the Weekly Family Programs that consist of child-friendly tours and art-making activities. More than 50,000 children and their families will benefit from this program...
Celebrate Valentine’s with free vow renewals
Outrigger Hotels and Resorts is making Valentine’s Day even sweeter this year by offering lovebirds two romantic Valentines offers at two romantic Outrigger destinations. To make this Valentine’s Day extra special, couples staying at Outrigger Reef on the Beach or Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach in Hawaii can say “I do” once more along the Waikiki shore in a traditional Hawaiian vow renewal ceremony. For those looking to celebrate love in the South Pacific, Outrigger on the Lagoon • Fiji is offering a Vakavouvi Vows & Romance package. “The iconic beach front locations...
Winter zips at Whistler by Superfly on offer
Superfly Ziplines of Whistler has just introduced new winter zipline tours. The Superfly ziplines operate on Rainbow Mountain, some 200 metres above the forest floor and over a kilometre in length. The Winter Zipline Tour includes a ride in a heated snowcat and hot drinks in a private yurt, followed by the three-hour zipline experience, priced at $129 for adults. The Crystal Lodge in Whistler Village is offering a Soar & Slumber package, which includes two night’s accommodation, a zipline day tour, free parking for one vehicle, a late check-out and free wireless Internet...
Specialized training for skiers at Sun Peaks
Specialized ski training programs for those seeking to hone their mountain/racing skills are now being offered by Sun Peaks Resort in BC. Amongst these are the Masters Gate Training sessions, four-hour courses designed for advanced skiers 18 and over. These includes skills development, slalom/giant slalom gate training and video sessions to enable analysis by instructors. The sessions are offered on three specific dates in each of January, February and March. Each session is priced at $66, and packages of four or eight are available, at $219 and $399...
KapohoKine Adventures marks 10 years
Hawaii’s KapohoKine Adventures is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this year by doubling the size of its outfitter store and introducing several technical upgrades to its Zipline Through Paradise experience. Carrying all the gear needed for any adventure, KapohoKine Adventures’ store in downtown Hilo carries top quality name brands including Patagonia, GoPro, Smith Optics and more. KapohoKine refurbished part of the historic Canario Building next to the Palace Theatre, where it operates an outfitter space twice the size of its original location. In addition, by working with...
Sneak peak at 2014 travel trends
The travel experts at Cheapflights.ca have gazed into their crystal ball to offer thoughts on the upcoming year’s travel agenda. And while they think many of 2013 travel trends -- such as multi-generational travel, social media travel planning and digital detox -- will still be in play for 2014, they have also revealed some new developments. The following are some highlights from Cheapflights.ca’s top travel predictions for 2014: !!! The Rise of the Super Airline. One of the biggest stories of the past year is the rise of the super airline. With United, Delta and the new...
Heli-skiing gets more Health and Wellness
Currently taking place is Health and Wellness Week at Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing in Blue River, BC. It offers full-day and half-day heli-ski packages that include exercise and wellness components, guided by a staff of fitness specialists. Guests can book sessions for spin/stretch, meditation, “yoga for jocks,” snow shoeing and cross country skiing. Chiropractic and acupuncture treatments are available, as are post-ski massages. Nutrition is emphasized in the meals. Health and Wellness week operates through Jan....