[ad_1] If you’ve ever wanted to take a snooze in Middle-Earth, you won’t have to travel too far. The Bagg Inn Burrows, a luxury hobbit-hole accommodation, is set to open in Alberta by the start of camping season. The opening follows the success of a luxury medieval camping resort near Three …

[ad_1] As Edmontonians get ready to ring in the new year, it appears their city can expect many more visitors in 2018, according to a projection by online accommodations giant . The San Francisco-based company says its current online booking data suggests Alberta’s capital is seeing the biggest spike in …

[ad_1] Edmonton is one of the 50 best places to travel in 2018, according to digital and print magazine It was one of only two Canadian cities to make the cut. “We’re in good company with Toronto,” Edmonton Tourism’s Renee Williams said. “But we’re really thrilled because this is an …

[ad_1] The party is nearly over: the free admission to national parks and heritage sites that accompanied Canada’s 150th birthday bash will come to an end Dec. 31. Earlier this year, Environment Minister Catherine McKenna was considering whether to extend the free admission to parks and heritage sites because the …

[ad_1] The New Brunswick government is following up strong tourism numbers with a major investment in the industry over the next several years. Its new Tourism Growth Strategy looks to invest $100 million in the field over the next eight years. Premier Brian Gallant made a bold promise of making …

[ad_1] The tiny community of , Sask., isn’t exactly a mecca. Located in the southwest corner of the province, 150 kilometres south of Swift Current, Claydon has a post office, a couple of other buildings and little in the way of tourist amenities. But what it does have is – …

[ad_1] Tempers are rising in the Greensville community over the Hamilton Conservation Authority’s proposal to expropriate land to restore a hiking trail. The authority is looking at re-opening a path between Tews Falls and Webster’s Falls but residents with properties in the area say in the past it proved too …

[ad_1] For those who enjoy a good horror movie, imagine how thrillingly terrifying it would be to stay at — and sleep in — the location used in the filming of a scary movie. According to travel website Booking.com, people are actually seeking out these scary spots for an overnight …

[ad_1] City politicians spent 90 minutes Monday night debating whether London should submit a bid to host the 2020 . The last-minute proposal from Coun. Bill Armstrong evolved into the strategic priorities and policy committee voting 12-3 in favour of expressing an interest to host a future plowing match, but …

[ad_1] With hard work and determination, a Taber man has made the most of his opportunity after making the long journey to Canada. Ray Jaber and his brother Russ emigrated from Lebanon when they were 17 years old. “There’s no better place than Canada for me to leave Lebanon for,” …