Uber rolls out feature urging riders to ‘check your ride’
By Cathy Bussewitz NEW YORK — Uber is releasing a new feature to help riders ensure they’re getting into the right vehicles. The development comes several weeks after a University of South Carolina...
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12 camping essentials you’ll need for this season
Gear has come such along way in recent years and with new, cool things frequently introduced, your camping trip can be a whole lot easier with some of these clever gadgets and essentials, from cords...
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6 spots for Easter brunch in Calgary
Other than a visit from the Easter Bunny, the best part of Easter Sunday may just be the excuse to have a long and luxurious brunch. Calgary is chock full of places for Sunday brunching, but these six...
View ArticleGreece: Acropolis reopens after severe weather warning
ATHENS, Greece — Authorities in Greece have reopened the ancient Acropolis to visitors after a temporary weather-related closure the day after a lightning strike injured four people. The Culture...
View ArticleNorth Cascades Highway reopens amid quick work by crews
DIABLO, Wash. — Getting across North Cascades National Park in northern Washington is now a whole lot easier after the annual reopening of the North Cascades Highway. KOMO-TV reports that the...
View ArticleSan Francisco’s campy ‘Beach Blanket Babylon’ show to end
SAN FRANCISCO — The campy “Beach Blanket Babylon” musical revue that has been a must-see for San Francisco tourists for 45 years is coming to an end. Producer Jo Schuman Silver announced Wednesday the...
View ArticleOuter Shores expedition explores Pacific Rim park
Recently, I packed up my rain gear and flew to Ucluelet, B.C. for a quickie five-day cruise along Pacific Rim National Park aboard Outer Shores Expeditions’ elegant six-passenger schooner, Passing...
View ArticleWho owns aloha? Hawaii eyes protections for native culture
By Audrey McAvoy HONOLULU — Last year, much of Hawaii was shocked to learn a Chicago restaurant chain owner had trademarked the name “Aloha Poke” and wrote to cubed fish shops around the country...
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Pre-game restaurants in Calgary to hit during the Flames’ playoff run
The Calgary Flames are currently in the midst of a playoff run, which means that people are flocking to the Scotiabank Saddledome, either with tickets in hand to watch the game inside the arena or to...
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6 unique places to stay in Ontario
If you’re traveling through Ontario and looking for a truly unique place to stay, this list has you covered. Skip the regular hotel accommodations and enjoy a little R&R at one of these...
View ArticleThis distillery in Alberta uses Canadian glacier water in its spirits
Tucked in the heart of Banff, Alberta is Park Distillery Restaurant and Bar, and while its ambiance and location are quintessentially Canadian, the distillery is receiving international attention....
View ArticleVancouver chicken shop sells a “sandwich-and-spliff” for 4/20
April 20, also known as 4/20, is the cannabis world’s unofficial holiday. It’s a time where supporters of the Good Plant gather together and celebrate by sparking a joint. Juke Fried Chicken, a...
View ArticleCanada is one of the most EV-friendly countries in the world
While electric vehicles (EV) remain significantly less common than traditional petrol-guzzlers, owners of the former are influencing roadways and infrastructure. Charging stations are being built not...
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Traveling with children? Here’s what you need to know
Before you become a parent, one of the first pieces of advice people tell you is: “Be sure to get ALL your traveling in before you have a baby!” The running sentiment seems to be that once you become a...
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The wrath of Instagram: Travel photos that annoy or inspire
A photo of a muscled young man holding his partner on the edge of an infinity pool has brought out the best and worst in Instagram comments. The photo of American bloggers identified as Kelly and Kody...
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Travel deals of the week: April 22-28
May is an excellent month in which to travel as there are many spectacular travel deals currently available. From short-haul domestic flights to European getaways, you can get away next month without...
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Why the Calgary Stampede must be in your vacation plans
Whether you’re a city mouse or a country mouse, the Calgary Stampede offers something for everyone. Famous for their rodeo, food and entertainment, The Calgary Stampede has been dubbed the greatest...
View ArticleCraig Kielburger: Changing Maasai manhood
Culture commentators are worried that “the rules have changed” for men. We’re fairly certain the “rules” are the same — be a decent person, respect others — though public accountability has never been...
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Five must-attend spring culinary events in Toronto
Once spring breaks in Toronto a plethora of outdoor activities pop-up and often you’re overwhelmed by the number of choices. Not to fear, I’ve researched the best culinary events that the city has to...
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Things you need to know if your flight is delayed, cancelled or the airline...
It happens a lot. Flights are delayed, cancelled or — as with the recent closure of Wow Air earlier in April — airline carriers just cease to exist. Here are a few tips from Canada’s FlightCentre.ca to...
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