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G Adventures announces more than 360 departures including vaccinated tours this Fall

TRAVEL NEWS – G Adventures announced the introduction of its Vaccinated Tours programme, with each trip having a fully vaccinated chief experience officer (CEO or tour guide) confirmed to lead the tour, on which all travellers must also be fully vaccinated. When surveyed, 56%* of travellers globally expressed that having a vaccinated CEO was actually more important to them than their fellow travellers being fully vaccinated, which 45% of travellers indicated they would prefer when travelling on a small group tour.  Due to the vast number of tours and destinations G Adventures is currently operating in, and the slower roll-out of vaccines in some destinations, the adventure operator is also introducing ‘Travel-Ready’ tours to ensure equitable access to tourism employment opportunities for CEOs in destinations that have not yet been able to administer vaccinations as widely as others, and the operator is also actively assisting CEOs to access vaccines in…

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Why you should switch your lights to LED

If you’re looking for a way to modernize your home, look no further than the modern and energy-efficient LED lighting, We sat down with Robert Sonneman, Founder and Chief Creative Officer, SONNEMAN–A Way of Light, to learn about contemporary lighting design and their new Jax, a modern and provocative LED design composed of intersecting wands of illumination that form an abstract configuration about a vertical axis. Can you explain the difference between LED and regular lighting? No longer generated by burning fuel or filaments, lighting today is produced by exciting electronic signals that produce luminous energy, otherwise known as the LED — light-emitting diode — which is based on the electroluminescence of semiconductor materials. What are some of the benefits of using LED lighting? The quality, performance, and controllability of the light produced by LEDs is realized because of their unique compatibility with digital technologies that permit the incorporation of intelligence…

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Vail Resorts Announces Opening Dates for 2021-22 Season

TRAVEL NEWS – Vail Resorts announced yesterday the opening dates of its 34 North American resorts, offering guests one of the longest ski seasons in the country with a focus on safety and the guest experience. The action kicks off at Keystone this October, with the resort set to open as early as possible thanks to recent investments in a state-of-the-art, energy-efficient snowmaking system. And with enterprise-wide investments in snowmaking technology in recent years, 15 of the company’s North American resorts – including Whistler Blackcomb, Breckenridge, Vail and Okemo – are set to open for skiing and riding in November. Rockies & West planned opening dates, which are subject to change: October: Keystone (CO) – as early as possible, as weather and conditions permit Nov. 12: Breckenridge (CO), Vail (CO) Nov. 19: Heavenly (CA), Northstar (CA), Park City (UT) Nov. 24: Beaver Creek (CO), Crested Butte (CO) Nov. 25: Whistler…

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The Best TVs for Gaming on Consoles

With the new PS5 and Xbox Series X, a new era of gaming is upon us. VR, AR, playing across different platforms, an ever-expanding set of online options, all are coming with new devices and becoming more common every day.  But to see how far these gaming consoles can go, we need to have a suitable TV. And that almost always means buying a new one. But with the wealth of TVs being out there and a lot of technical jargon thrown around, it can be tough to find the right pick for you. So here are our top 3 picks.  LG OLEDCX Series If you are a high-end gamer, then this is the option for you. Size varies from 48 to 77 inches so that you can pick your fancy. Input lag stands at about 13ms while the refresh rate is 120Hz. It does feature both HDR and VRR.…

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The Overwhelming Success of the Pokémon Cards

Pokemon is an acronym for Pocket Monsters, and the name describes little cartoon creatures created in Japan in 1995, which soon became globally popular. Then, suddenly, the fame faded away, but today they are popular again, especially Pokemon cards that can reach up to several thousands of dollars! So the real question is – why are Pokemon cards so popular all of a sudden? There are several reasons for that. Some people say it is because of nostalgia for the old days. However, it seems the real reasons are influencers and YouTubers who make the cards popular again while earning a lot of money. By that, we don’t mean playing them for wagers like you would on Canadian online casino websites,  but rather by trading them or opening them on live shows. It is exciting that some of the cards are out of stock because of the overwhelming demand. For…

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How to Prepare to Travel Again

After over a year at home, we’re all itching to get on the road and explore somewhere new. But the question on everyone’s mind is if we can travel again this summer. The bad news is that non-essential international travel is still on pause, but the good news is that we are getting closer. We’ve seen border crossing rules eased in recent weeks, the promise of relaxed quarantine rules for Canadians who are fully vaccinated, and airlines begin to reinstitute flights to destinations near and far.  It’s all good news for Canadians who have now gone more than a year without the ability to travel freely and who are likely itching to get out there. Recent estimates predict that leisure travel will get back to 2019 levels faster than originally anticipated, which could be as early as 2022! Currently, Canadians are still being asked to avoid non-essential travel, but the…

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The Best Places to Visit in Canada, Virtually

This past year, many people have had to cancel their trips or put their long-awaited vacations on hold. Luckily though, while the tourism industry is trying to survive, advanced technology has come to the rescue by providing virtual visits and live streams of some of the world’s most popular destinations. So, if you were planning on visiting Canada this year, we’re here to tell you that you might still have a chance to do it. Certain tourist attractions have made it possible for people to visit them virtually, so, even though you may not physically be there, you will still get a chance to check out some of Canada’s famous landmarks. The best part is, you won’t have to restrict yourself to just one visit per day – the internet has a whole host of online attractions, including those on this list, as well as other fun activities to enjoy.…

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Perfecting Your Garden Design with Custom DIY Woodworking

Looking at the best gardens to visit along Garden Walk in Buffalo, two key features stand out: the presence of growing flowers and wooden garden décor. While some will want to plant their flowers, ferns, fruits, and vegetables straight into the ground, the modern trend is to include raised planters and grow boxes, furthering the potential projects for anyone looking to create some bespoke wooden décor for their garden. Of course, to complete your garden project, you’ll likely need to turn to a store for a heat source and lighting solutions. However, you’ll find that the main draw of the aesthetic of your garden will tend to center around the plants and your wooden creations. So, here are a bunch of wooden DIY ideas to play with for your bespoke creation, as well as the essential items that you’ll need to make them. Some ideas for your DIY garden furniture and décor…

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Female Founders: Meet BAO Laboratory’s Julia Bao

If you’ve ever looked at your skincare labels and got spooked by the long, complicated list of ingredients, you’re not alone. Toronto-based chemist and BAO Laboratory founder Julia Bao once felt discouraged by the harsh skincare products on the market until she took matters into her own hands. Turning her scientific background into a successful skincare brand, Julia’s motivation was to use a science-based approach to develop high-quality, natural products designed to help people across the globe by enhancing their skin’s health.  We sat down to learn more about her career journey and the innovative products from BAO Laboratory. When did you first think of creating your own skincare line? I thought about creating my own skincare line in late 2016 when I was writing my Ph.D. thesis. What made you take the big leap from being a chemist to a skincare entrepreneur? I was trying a lot of different…

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Travel to Italy from your kitchen with GA Pizza

While we all have high hopes that the world is opening up, the idea of travelling across the Atlantic Ocean to someone exotic feels far away. But, if your tastebuds want to do the travelling, look no further than the GA Pizza Subscription that delivers this delicious meal frozen Italian meal to your door. Disrupting the frozen foods industry with its beloved, chef-made artisanal pizzas, General Assembly Pizza offers customers quality chef-made pizza beyond its beloved Toronto-based restaurant doors. In just five minutes, the pizza is chewy and baked to perfection, or for a crispier crust, just pop it in for an extra two minutes.  With six options to try, there’s the perfect pie to suit every tastebud. For those who prefer something more savoury, the Plushroom pizza is filled with luxurious layers of cream, mushrooms, and truffle oil. Or, if you prefer something a bit spicier, add Sweet Heat…