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The best hotels to spend the holiday season

Thinking about travelling over the holidays? For a little inspiration on where to get into the festive mood, here are some of our favourite hotels that offer holiday packages, activities and special events throughout December. Experience the holiday season at Wickaninnish Inn in Tofino For those looking to spend their holidays in the embrace of nature, the 2024 West Coast Christmas Package offers a magical four-night stay with all the trimmings. Arrive on December 22, 23, 24, or 25 and enjoy: Four nights of luxurious accommodations for two Daily brunch at The Pointe Restaurant or in the comfort of your room A festive holiday drink for two upon arrival A four-course Christmas dinner for two at The Pointe Restaurant A live miniature tree in your room, along with keepsake ornaments A special Wickaninnish Inn holiday gift Plus, for those there over the holiday season, the Driftwood Café will feature an interactive Advent Calendar,…

British Columbia

7 spots in Victoria BC for high tea

Victoria, British Columbia, is one of the best spots in Canada to indulge in a high tea. With the city’s oldest Chinatown in Canada and the rich British history, the blend of two cultures makes this the perfect spot for a pot of tea, sandwiches and some sweet treats. High tea has a rich history dating back to the 1840s when the British first introduced the practice. Renowned for being the most British city outside of England, there’s no better place for a truly authentic and memorable tea time than the beautiful waterfront city of Victoria, B.C. Taste your way through seven different high tea experiences in Victoria. Historic Tea Houses in Victoria, BC Pendray Tea House – The traditional tea house located in the historic Pendray Inn offers breathtaking views of Victoria’s Inner Harbour and serves a traditional afternoon tea with savory dishes, including smoked salmon and capers and Maple Leaf chicken…

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This Toronto restaurant offers an eclectic multi-course sensory experience for diners

Tucked away in Little Italy, Ficoa is an experiential fine dining tasting menu restaurant that you’ll want to slow down and savour each bite. Under the culinary direction of Chef Gerry Quintero, Ficoa incorporates flavours, techniques and influences that reflect the multicultural city of Toronto and the micro-seasons in Ontario into a multi-course rotating menu that you’ll want to return regularly to try. This inventive and unique menu incorporates a zero-waste approach into an upscale dining experience using techniques like fermentation, whole-animal butchery and dry aging using ingredients sourced both locally from sustainable farms and elevated by flavours from around the world. I am obsessed with food and I have spent my career working at restaurants with a diverse range of cuisines while also experimenting with my own new food concepts,” says Chef Gerry Quintero. “Ficoa is the next step in my journey which allows me to bring together the best ingredients for a…

Design

These custom-drawn portraits make the perfect gift

Finding a gift that feels personal but also something that your family and friends will love can be hard, but you can’t go wrong with a custom illustration. Goose & Pebble helps you capture the moments in your life with a custom-drawn portrait that is the perfect engagement, wedding, or housewarming gift. We sat down with them to learn about their company and how to order a custom illustration that your friends and family will want to hang on their walls. 1. Tell us a little bit about Goose & Pebble The idea for Goose & Pebble was first hatched when I set out to design my own wedding invitations, and discovered that there is nothing quite as special as a personalized gift shared with the people we love. This led to my desire to share the joy of unique gift-giving with the world. At Goose & Pebble, we understand…

Canada

Plan your escape to Collingwood to stay at Somewhere Inn

Just a few blocks away from the main stretch in Collingwood lies the century home turned boutique hotel, Somewhere Inn. As the boutique’s hotel’s second location (the first in Calabogie just outside of Ottawa), Somewhere Inn Collingwood has ten well-appointed guest rooms, a patio and grass space for guest to enjoy, Plus, the cafe doubles as a check-in desk so guests (and locals) can pop in for small bites and a variety of beverages. This space allows guests to disconnect and unwind with guest rooms decorated in natural hues and equipped with king-sized beds. Each room also has bespoke vintage furniture, a Nespresso, Bodum Kettle & glassware for Apres and walk-in tile showers with Malin & Goetz bath products. During your stay, remember to carve out time to relax and rejuvenate with the Thermal Circuit at Somewhere Inn Collingwood. Thermal Circuit can improve cardiovascular health, stress reduction, muscle recovery, and…

Canada

4 Indigenous hotels and resorts to stay at in Canada

Searching for your next getaway? Here are four Indigenous-owned hotels in Canada to plan your next vacation to. Klahoose Wilderness Resort, Desolation Sound, British Columbia Owned by the Klahoose First Nation, Klahoose Wilderness Resort launched a new project in which water cascading from the mountain generates power for the lodge. Previously, they were using diesel generators making the lodge completely self-sufficient. The resort underwent an evaluation and received a Sustainable Tourism Silver certification. This evaluation involved a personalized assessment of their operational methods with a GreenStep Assessor to gauge their alignment with the recognized criteria of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. Spirit Bear Lodge, Klemtu, British Columbia Spirit Bear Lodge offers tours that operate at full capacity and minimize trips between Klemtu and Bella Bella Airport. The Kitasoo Xai’xais are dedicated to protecting their lands for future generations and have committed to 9 of the 17 UN Sustainability Development Goals. Additionally, with…

British Columbia

Travel News: Rosewood Hotel Georgia Reopens After Renovation

Renowned as Vancouver’s most fashionable retreat, Rosewood Hotel Georgia reopens today following an extensive five-month renovation to unveil reimagined culinary concepts and luxury rooms and suites. The reopening also marks the debut of an entirely new dining destination, The Georgia Bar, further strengthening the property’s robust culinary program and paying homage to the iconic and beloved personalities that once traversed through its corridors. Meticulously curated to serve as the ultimate gathering place for culturally minded travelers and local aesthetes, Rosewood Hotel Georgia celebrates the history and heritage of Vancouver within a modern setting, complemented by an array of singular experiences. First opened in 1927 as Hotel Georgia, the property was last renovated in 2011 when it was introduced as Rosewood Hotel Georgia. Sensorial Rooms and Suites Rosewood Hotel Georgia tapped New York-based design firm Lillian Wu Studio for the redesign of its 156 rooms and suites. Reflecting the epitome of…

Design

This new limited-edition blanket is in the season’s most popular colour

Make your living space extra cozy with this new limited-edition blanket from Canadian bedding brand tuck. They recently unveiled their first-ever collaboration – a limited edition colour of The Blanket – with Tifany Leigh Design. Bringing the outside in, the mossy forest green is one of the most popular interior design colours adding the calming hues of nature into the home. We are thrilled to collaborate with Tifany Leigh Design on this unique project. Moss is unlike any colour we’ve ever shared with you before, and we hope this deep olive tone finds a place in your house that feels like home.” -Julia Reid and Hallie Gould, Co-Founders at tuck More than just a bedding accessory, The Blanket in Moss, a Tuck x Tifany Leigh Design collaboration, promises to elevate the sleeping experience, offering a touch of luxury and sophistication to any room. The colour of a lush forest after…

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The Westin Harbour Castle has upgraded their guest rooms

The Westin Harbour Castle, located in downtown Toronto on the lake, has recently upgraded their lakefront guest rooms. The revitalization has spruced up nearly half of the guest rooms to bring relaxing blue hues, light wood and soft furnishings for a truly relaxing escape steps away from Toronto’s best attractions. The new design perfectly balances Toronto’s downtown core and the vibrant waterfront community that this hotel sits in between. The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, is a 38-story hotel with 963 guest rooms located in two towers. Conveniently located along the waterfront, guests are only a short walk away from Union Station (where they can access Toronto Pearson International Airport on the UP Express) and from their favourite sports game. The hotel is perfect for the active traveller who wants to play a round of tennis on their seasonal outdoor course, squash indoors or take a dip in their indoor heated…

Hotels + Resorts

This luxury hotel has transformed their suite into a Barbie pink escape

Everyone has been talking about Barbie this summer, but now you can stay in your very on pink hotel suite during your next trip to Montreal. The chic Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth recently debuted their hot pink Barbie™ Dream Experiences including Canada’s first, official Barbie Dream Suite available to book now through September 2024. In partnership with Mattel, Barbie fans and friends alike are invited to eat, drink and sleep pink with immersive experiences that are sure to surprise and delight the biggest Barbie fans with plush pink furniture and eye-catching features to make you feel like you’re stepping into the movie. The entire Barbie Dream Suite is designed to immerse you into Barbie’s world. Located on the hotel’s 17th floor, guests are welcomed via the distinctive Barbie Dreamhouse™ Pink-hued doors that open to an imaginative and chic retreat. Featuring two spacious bedrooms, a kitchen, two bathrooms and more – guests…