“The strong American dollar may have you thinking of staying put in 2016, but do not be scared of our falling loonie! There is still hope for a holiday that won’t put a strain on your wallet if you follow these tips” Loren Christie, Canada AM’s Travel Expert
“Thousands of people are expected at the opening night party, with design lovers rubbing shoulders with big-name decorators, stylists, furniture makers, architects and authorities on the things that define the sense and sensibility of home and work spaces.” Vicky Sanderson Decor
Air Canada, WestJet cut prices with NewLeaf arrival
“Just as Canada’s newest discount airline, NewLeaf, is preparing to take off, Canada’s other two major airlines are slashing prices.” Brandon Gonez Global News
7 ways to beat the drooping dollar when booking your vacation
“Travel agents offer tips to make sure the Canadian dollar doesn’t ruin your vacation. Despite that, travel agents at the fair say there are still ways to beat the lagging loonie.” Carolyn Ray, CBC News
B.C. could lead Canadian economic growth in low-loonie era, economists say
“Many of B.C.’s industries will benefit from the low Canadian dollar, making it likely the province will lead the country in economic growth this year, say economists.” The Early Edition, CBC News
” In 2015, 39% of the world’s population could travel as tourists without obtaining a traditional visa before departure, the UN agency says in its latest Visa Openness Report. That compares with 23% in 2008.” The Canadian Press
“In celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday, the government has announced that they are waiving entry fees at more than 40 national parks in 2017.” Brittany Jones-Cooper. Yahoo Travel
“As well as the highlight of the Rocky Mountains, a holiday in Canada also reveals cowboys and majestic animals, such as bears, moose and whales” Amanda Angus, Telegraph
“With the loonie dropping below 70 cents U.S. this week, Canadians are foregoing winter sun vacations and hunkering down for the season” Nicole Feenstra, PostMedia Network
“Canada’s faltering dollar, which recently hit a decade-long low, means those wanting a quick getaway south of the border may have to reconsider.” Baystreet
“Experts say that option can be considerably cheaper for the bride and groom, since the guest list is usually much slimmer.” Patricia Kozicka, Global News
“The extended oil price slump and resulting economic downturn complicates the exchange rate story in Alberta, but a low loonie always affects every business sector.” Dan Barnes, Edmonton Jounal
“With help from some chefs who have gone to culinary schools themselves (and hired quite a few graduates since then), here are some of the top kitchens in which to develop your culinary chops.” Karon Liu, Maclean’s
“Interior ski hills are getting their due from USA Today. The publication is in the midst of a reader’s poll looking for the ’10 Best’ in five categories pertaining to ski hills.” Wayne Moore, Castanet
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