See the World On Display at the Travel and Vacation Show

February 22, 2013 11:00 amComments Off
See the World On Display at the Travel and Vacation Show

Spring is just around the corner and has everyone flooding to The Travel and Vacation Show at the Ottawa Convention Centre. This year, the 19th annual show, displays 190+ travel and vacation exhibits: 50+ countries are represented by their tourist boards or embassies, which, along with tour operators, agencies and [...]

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Dining that rises above

November 27, 2012 1:40 pmComments Off
Dining that rises above

At the NAV CENTRE, there is something for every taste when it comes to dining. The NAV CENTRE recently opened The Propeller, a licensed buffet restaurant with an aviation theme that includes three aptly named seating sections: North Runway, South Runway and the Tower – each with a view of [...]

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Conference and meeting venue delivers extraordinary value close to Ottawa

November 24, 2012 11:14 amComments Off
Conference and meeting venue delivers extraordinary value close to Ottawa

It’s event planning season in Eastern Ontario and the largest conference and meeting venue in the region is gearing up to make sure everyone leaves a winner — especially those who make events happen. Situated on the scenic banks of the St. Lawrence River in Cornwall, the NAV CENTRE is [...]

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Persona Non Grata: Art by Lesotho’s Orphans

August 20, 2012 9:05 amComments Off
Persona Non Grata: Art by Lesotho’s Orphans

Persona Non Grata, an art show to benefit the orphans of Rachel’s Home is taking place on October 10th, 2012 from 7-10 PM. This event will be held at Saint Brigid’s Centre for the Arts, 310 St. Patrick St., in Ottawa Ont. to raise funds for post-secondary scholarships and awareness about the ongoing AIDS epidemic in Lesotho.

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Get out there and explore: Coast-to-Coast-to-Coast

July 24, 2012 4:04 pmComments Off
Get out there and explore: Coast-to-Coast-to-Coast

If you’re looking for a way to really enjoy the outdoors this summer, take in some breathtaking views, learn some Canadian history, experience nature and get some exercise with your family — then grab your bike, your hiking shoes and sunscreen and hit those trails.

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Travel: Arras, Lille & Normandy, France

July 12, 2012 5:22 pmComments Off
Travel: Arras, Lille & Normandy, France

We arrived at Charles de Gaulle/Roissy International Airport in Paris and transferred to the Train à grande vitesse for Arras, Nord Pas de Calais. Arriving in Arras, opposite the railway station, is the War Memorial, which depicts a French WWI soldier leaning against the monument, watching over an angel with outspread wings, representing peace. And that set the tone for the trip.

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Travel Diary: South Africa

May 10, 2012 3:20 pmComments Off
Travel Diary: South Africa

Stephanie Vizi recounts her recent trip to Southern Africa, including her encounters with racism and experiences of culture shock.

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