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UK government reveals plans to protect online holiday bookings

Enhanced regulations designed to better protect an extra ten million UK package holidays booked online have been unveiled by the UK government. The consultation on the package travel regulations sets out the government’s proposals for the introduction of new consumer rights around package holidays. Proposals outlined today include: An extension …

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Rental car, taxi or Uber: which is cheapest?*

[ad_1] Here’s a question which should grab the attention of every traveller: which is the most cost-effective way to travel once you’re off the airplane? Your choices today include a rental car, an Uber or a traditional metered taxi. So which is cheapest? GO Rentals has researched Uber prices, Taxi …

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Kenow Wildfire Update – as of September 12

Our thoughts are with the communities, first responders and tourism industry colleagues affected by the forest fires currently burning in southwestern Alberta.  Travel Alberta is committed to sharing any relevant information received on a timely basis as it impacts operators and those travelling to or from the province. Information and …

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Three reasons to submit your Alto nomination today

Here’s three great reasons to submit your Alto nomination form today: The deadline is today at 4:30 p.m.: There is still ti You deserve some recognition: You’ve worked hard all year long. You’ve created unique and unforgettable tourism events and experiences, and crafted marketing campaigns to showcase the best of …

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What you may have missed from the Golden Ultra

[ad_1] One of the distances at the British Columbia trail race doubled as the North American, Central American and Carribean Mountain Running Championships After running various Alberta trail races, Nordic skier-cum-ultramarathoner and Golden, B.C. resident Magi Scallion realized her hometown’s trails were superb, even in comparison with famous, destination trail …

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