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In the framework of the International Year on Sustainable Tourism for Development, 2017, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is launching a consumer-oriented campaign aimed at raising awareness of the value and contribution that sustainable tourism can make towards development. The ‘Travel.Enjoy.Respect’ campaign wants to engage tourists in making the sector …

The Adventure Travel Trade Association recently announced that the North American focused AdventureELEVATE event will be held in Banff National Park from March 13-15, 2018, hosted by Banff & Lake Louise Tourism and Travel Alberta. AdventureELEVATE features inspiring and informative keynote speakers, activities and breakout sessions designed to equip travel …

[ad_1] Glamping, aka glamorous camping, is the latest camping trend that is all about reimagining the idea of sleeping outdoors by highlighting the aspects of style and comfort. A warm bed. A hot shower. It really is a luxurious camping adventure like none other. Over the BC Day long weekend here in …

[ad_1] More than one million hectares have now been scorched by B.C.’s wildfires, but there are some promising developments in the works as well. A full back-country use ban for the Cariboo, the first in B.C. since 2003, is set to be lifted this afternoon. “Lake access, forest service road …

[ad_1] The summer tourism season is crucial for many businesses in the Shuswap region. But this year, the hot, dry and smoky season has given them mixed results. The province’s record fire year has kept some visitors away. But other factors have actually helped to boost business. This may be …

[ad_1] Peggy’s Cove is home to one of the most photographed lighthouses in the country and it is a popular destination for visitors to Nova Scotia. So far this year, tourism across the province is up, including at the iconic Peggy’s Cove. “Our B&B here, Breakwater Inn, is up: we’re …

Free Wi-Fi has come to the aid of weary travellers at rest stops along B.C. highways. The Britton Creek rest area, a common stop for motorists at the summit of the Coquihalla Highway, is the first rest stop in the province to be equipped with public Wi-Fi. Free internet has …

[ad_1] First posted August 17, 2017 | Avenue Magazine | Andrew Penner Make the most of the final weeks of summer with an off-the-beaten-path alpine adventure in Nelson, Golden, Porcupine Hills, Nordegg or Wheeler. Clean, pine-scented air, crystal-clear rivers, inspiring vistas — what’s not to love about the mountains? How …

“The most stunningly beautiful location I have ever had the pleasure of working,” said actress Rachael Leigh Cook of the Okanagan Valley while on the Today show. Cook has been touring talk shows promoting her new movie Summer in the Vineyard, which was filmed right here in the Okanagan Valley. The star …

[ad_1] First Posted August 15, 2017 | Vancouver Magazine | Dominika Lirette  Your dream wedding venue may be closer than you think. There’s a reason it’s called “Beautiful B.C.” With mountains, lakes, valleys, beaches and an ocean, our province is home to some of the best spots to host a destination wedding. 7. Kicking …