With two Pan Pacific hotels in Whistler Village, you may wonder how to choose the best place to stay. Each of the properties offers an award-winning experience, but there are a few differences between the hotels. I’ve stayed at both resorts and wrote this article to help you choose the best Pan Pacific hotel in […]
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Named North America’s best resort by Condé Nast Traveler readers, Whistler Blackcomb attracts local and international visitors with expansive terrain and more than 200 runs ranging from gentle beginner slopes to steep and deep for experts. And there are loads of things to do in Whistler if you don’t ski or snowboard. Here are a
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Beyond world-class snorkelling at Hulopoe Bay, luxury hotel living at the Four Seasons Resort, and browsing tiny boutiques in Lanai City, what are some other awesome things to do on Lanai? We have been visiting Lanai for over a decade. And thanks to recent investments in the island, there are new ways to experience this
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London is one of my favourite cities. And if I’m not shopping, sightseeing with my family, or catching up with my friend Ana (read about her fabulous travels at Mrs. O Around the World), I’ll most likely be enjoying one of these great places to eat in London. Ham Yard Hotel In London, I always
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Although there isn’t snow on the ground or a chill in the air, the Christmas tradition in Hawaii is as abundant as the North Shore’s legendary winter waves. During the holiday season, Christmas lights glow on island homes, Christmas trees sparkle in hotel lobbies, and choir songs dance in the tropical breeze. Here is what
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With flowers blooming year-round, Victoria, Canada, is a desirable place to live and vacation. Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, visitors can fly, ferry, or cruise to British Columbia’s capital city. Once you arrive in Victoria, the Inner Harbour, considered to be one of the most beautiful in the world, is an excellent
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Like the palaces along the Ringstrasse Boulevard, the handmade Imperial Torte is a symbol of Vienna’s rich history. Legend has it that this remarkable torte was created to celebrate the opening of the Hotel Imperial in 1873 and to honour his Imperial Highness, Emperor Franz Joseph. When it comes to sweet treats, the Imperial Torte
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The Josie, the winner of Canada’s Best Ski Boutique Hotel (and other notable recognitions and accolades), is located at the base of RED Mountain Resort in Rossland, British Columbia (B.C.). This year-round resort offers 106-rooms, including 20 suites and is a member of the prestigious Autograph Collection Hotels. I had the pleasure of spending a
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Victoria, British Columbia’s capital city, is a year-round vacation destination. Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria visitors can tour colourful gardens like those at Butchart, eat and drink at top Canadian spots, and get out into the spectacular natural environment. After exploring the city, you don’t need to fly, ferry, or cruise
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I have flown between the North American mainland and Hawaii at least fifty times and on many different commercial airlines. My recent flight between Honolulu and Seattle in the new Hawaiian Airlines A330 First Class, also known as the Premium Cabin, was the best air travel experience so far. Hawaiian Airlines A330 First Class Cabin
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Park Hyatt Zurich Review – Urban Luxe We love spending time in Switzerland, and Zurich is often our first stop. There is so much to love about this beautiful and family-friendly city – the gorgeous lakeside location, luxury shopping, Swiss predictability, delicious restaurants and the luxe Park Hyatt Zurich. Location The Park Hyatt Zurich is located
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The Fairmont Pacific Rim is the newest addition to the Fairmont hotel portfolio in Vancouver, and the luxurious Fairmont Pacific Rim Gold Floor is a favourite place to stay for many reasons. Architecture and Design Designed by James K.M. Cheng, the Fairmont Pacific Rim is elegant, luxurious, and located in a prime position on Vancouver’s
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Once the almost exclusive domain of retirees, river cruising is now a vacation option for families, millennials, as well as older travelers. Family-owned and operated AmaWaterways is at the forefront of this evolution, offering onboard spin classes, active excursions, and interconnecting staterooms for families that prefer to stay together. My family spent a week sailing
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The Lufthansa Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental, known as the “Queen of the Skies”, is the world’s longest passenger airplane. After a few flights between Chicago and Frankfurt, I can tell you that the Lufthansa First Class 747-8i experience is fabulous. Dine After pre-flight champagne and macadamia nuts, flight attendants offer caviar with traditional garnishes. Confit of
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Whispered Stoney Nakoda words and the English translations mix with soulful music as the four-person cabin climbs through the darkness to the top of Sulphur Mountain for Nightrise at the Banff Gondola. Tonight we honour these mountains and those who have called them home since time immemorial. Stoney Nakoda Created by Moment Factory, the Stoney
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