Yesterday, on a beautiful sunny day I took two friends from Scotland on the Discover Banff Tour. This is a great way to introduce people to Banff National Park. Our first stop was at beautiful Bow Falls followed by the Gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain. It was a lovely sunny morning and the views of the mountains was spectacular.  Our journey continued along Tunnel Mountain View for a brief stop to see the Hoodoos – again, the scenery was stunning.  The last stop was at the Cave and Basin Historic site before we were dropped off downtown. If you’re looking for things to do in Banff, this is your best bet. I can tell you my guests and I thoroughly enjoyed the day!

A.Blair, Vacation Planner
Brewster Vacations Canada

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A big thanks to Rick Savadow from New York, NY who just sent us a little piece of history. He found this Brewster pamphlet from 1952 among his parents’ memorabilia.  We thought it was pretty neat, and wanted to share it with the rest of you.

Warmest regards and thanks again Rick, from all of us at Brewster Inc. We hope you will visit us some day in the Canadian Rockies!

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A big thanks to Rick Savadow from New York, NY who just sent us a little piece of history. He found this Brewster pamphlet from 1952 among his parents’ memorabilia.  We thought it was pretty neat, and wanted to share it with the rest of you.

Warmest regards and thanks again Rick, from all of us at Brewster Inc. We hope you will visit us some day in the Canadian Rockies!

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Looking for ideas for your next vacation to Canada?  Check out new episodes just released on Vacations Canada TV!

Explore the Canadian Rockies and Banff National Park on horseback, like the early settlers did.  This is truly a unique way to see the Rocky Mountains. Or take a sightseeing tour around the town of Banff and ride the Banff Gondola over 7,000 feet to the top of Sulphur Mountain.  Join our young hosts Serana and Lianna for a tour of the scenic Icefields Parkway.

Visit Vacations Canada TV for more fantastic family travel ideas in Canada!

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Expedia has launched the largest summer sale in the company’s history and to help you choose between the 12,000 participating hotels worldwide, they’ve developed two tools to help you out; Geotargeted hotel deals and the Blogger Bucket List App.

Dave and I are excited to tell you about the Travel Blogger Bucket List as we are one of the Adventure Travel contributors.

The Blogger Bucket List App

As a way to help travelers book the perfect summer trip, Expedia has partnered with some of the world’s most influential travel bloggers and we are thrilled to be a part of it. To participate, consumers can download the Blogger Bucket List App via Expedia’s Facebook page  to take a quiz to determine your Beach Travel profile.

What type of beachgoer are you? 

This fun and interactive quiz will determine if you are an Adventure lovin’ adrenaline seeking beachgoer, an international foodie expert, a good old fashioned beach bum or a History and Culture Buff. There are all sorts of travel types out there, find out where you belong!

Take the Quiz Now

How the App Works

Fifteen influential bloggers have selected destinations that correspond with each of the Beach Travel profiles. So a traveler whose profile is “Foodie” would be presented with blogger recommendations to visit cities such as Tokyo, or Bangkok, or New York City. “Adventure” travelers would see blogger recommendations to visit Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, to hunt with eagles, or Reykjavic, Iceland, to experience dog sledding. “Party” people will be encouraged to enjoy Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, or Ibiza, Spain, among numerous other destinations. “Exotic” travelers would be advised to visit Pohnpei, Micronesia, or the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador. Travelers who fit each profile will be presented with a broad number of prospective travel destinations. And travelers can retake the quiz at will, to examine travel recommendations for any of the categories such as.

• Adventure Travel
• Budget Travel
• Family Travel
• Beach Bum
• Exotic Travel
• Zen
• Luxury and Fashion
• Foodie
• History/Culture Buff
• Party

We tried the app and found out that we’re a Rowin’ Paddlin’ Singaporean Dude. Just like Johnny Jett!

See All Blogger Profiles here! 

Big Sale!

Starting today and running all the way through August 31, participating customers can save 10% on a single night’s stay in more than 12,000 hotels worldwide! We all know you want to stay more than one night, so add a second and receive 20% of per night or 30% off per night for a three-night-stay.

There is so much more. 

Did you know that 41% of the American population has driven across the US and a huge percentage have always wanted to? Expedia is offering a $ 25 gas card for every $ 150 spent on a summer sale hotel. Spend more and save more. Spend up to $ 450 at a summer sale hotel and you will receive a $ 100 gas card. I think it’s time for a Road Trip!

Geotargeted Hotel Deals

When travelers visit the Summer Sale site, Expedia will present them with the very best hotel deals within their geographic vicinity, ideal for last-minute local getaways, or as deals to share with incoming friends and relatives.

Where are you heading this summer?

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Brewster Inc. receives 2008 Recycling Award for contributions at the Columbia Icefield.

The R’s of Excellence Award is given out by the Recycling Council of Alberta to recognize outstanding efforts of recycling in the province of Alberta.

The Columbia Icefield covers 325 square kilometres, feeds 8 glaciers and 3 oceans – it’s the Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience, a world class attraction sought out by half a million tourists each year.

This exposure enforces Brewster’s commitment to protection and environmental stewardship.

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The family program Have Fun Out There, showcases fun and exciting destinations to take road trips and vacations across Canada.

While in Banff National Park, West and his family had the opportunity to ride the Banff Gondola and experience the Banff Skywalk along the summit ridge of Sulphur Mountain. From Banff they travelled along the majestic Icefields Parkway to the Columbia Icefield, where they climbed aboard a giant all-terrain Ice Explorer to discover the ancient Athabasca Glacier.

Share their Banff sightseeing adventures at the Banff Gondola and the Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience, two of Brewster’s world class attractions.

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Mother's Day Mom with Totem on Haida Gwaii Islands

Mothers Day is just around the corner and many people, like us, would like to say thank you again to our Moms and that we love you very much.  Mothers deserve something special, something meaningful and something memorable on Mother’s Day – a special experience, something priceless. But what?

Many give flowers. Some give chocolates. Some get together as a family.  Some send a card or call long distance with praises of love and appreciation. All are good!

Some, like us, when near Ma’s home on Mother’s Day, try to share travel and adventure with our Mom.  We try to plan a new experience with her to add to her vast storage locker of life experiences. It can be something as beautiful as a road trip or a day outdoors sightseeing a park, museum, historic site, attraction or  flower garden.

We know, from our experience, that many Moms love to go on road trips. Ours certainly does. Our last road trip treated Mom to an adventure on Queen Charlotte Islands on the westcoast of British Columbia, Canada. Haida Gwaii has always been on Mom’s list of road trips. She always talked about visiting the beaches, villages, parks and browsing First Nation art galleries and learning more about their culture and traditions. So she did.

On the Queen Charlotte Islands (now referred to as Haida Gwaii) we hiked, we walked beaches, we took pictures, we looked for treasure, we visited First Nation art and we laughed.  To this day she still talks about the trip. Next on Moms “Bucket List” is dog sledding. Tall order, but you never know who you will meet and click with in the tourism industry?

Some Mothers are more able than others but, one thing is for sure, Mothers love scenery and quality time with their family. But not all families are wealthy in money… but many may be rich in quality of life because of their outdoor time.  And to most Moms it is not the money, it is the company and surroundings that counts.

Beacon Hill Park Flower Gardens

So… here is a good suggestion for all who love there Moms and are on a budget. Why not take them to a beautiful flower garden with a smorgasbord of colors, scents and scenery.

Canada has many beautiful gardens throughout the country. Moms like flowers and most would  love a day with their family walking paths in a flower garden with fountains, sightseeing benches and scenery. And maybe…  depending on the weather…  have a picnic.

So  here is a list to get you thinking. It is a list of “free admission” flower gardens. One for each province in Western  Canada. If you are within a days drive, give it some thought.

Beacon Hill Park in Victoria, British Columbia :

The park has been a Victoria fixture for decades located two blocks from the Inner Harbour in downtown Victoria. Since 1882, the park is often the highlight of many who visit Victoria, BC because of the gardens, walking paths, scenery, the ponds and the birds. The manicured park is like a field of dreams and is a popular area for Mothers Day walks. The sprawling 200+ acre park has ponds, fountains, birdwatching, carriage rides and various viewing benches and picnic tables. [ more information ]

Views of Banff from Cascade Gardens

Cascade of Time Gardens in Banff, Alberta :

The park covers 12 acres and is shaped by a series of tiered floral beds with over 50,000 flowers. There are archways, ponds and fountains, stone pathways and rock steps throughout the gardens. There are viewing benches, gazebos, a park building and shelters located along most of the paths – most under the cover of trees hidden from the sun. Established in 1935, the park building on the property was the first national park building in Canada. It was built from materials of the area and the gardens were meant to be a reminder of the geological history of the Rocky Mountains [ more information ]

Queen Gardens in Wascana Park in Regina, Saskatchewan :

Queens Gardens is part of Wascana Park which surrounds Wascana Lake and follows Wascana Creek. It is one of the TOP 5 largest urban parks in Canada measuring over 931 hectares (2300 acres).

Queens Gardens in Wascana Park

Within the boundaries of Wascana Park there are over 9.5 kilometres of paved pathways. The trails connect to picnic sites, activity areas, attractions, recreation facilities, tour companies, lookouts and monuments. Wascana Park is home to some of Regina’s most popular local attractions like the Legislative Building which is fronted by the beautiful  Queens Gardens. [ more information ]

English Gardens in Assiniboine Park, Winnipeg, Manitoba :

The gardens are impeccably manicured and maintained to the highest of standards, keeping with the traditions of an English style garden. The gardens measure over 1.2 hectares (3 acres). They were created in 1926 and are home to a wide selection of trees, shrubs, annual and perennial flowers. There are paved pathways which explore the gardens leading to potting plants, fountains, statues, ponds and flower beds. Along some of the paths are sitting benches so one can slow down and smell the roses as they say.  [ information COMING SOON on our new ManitobaEH.ca Travel Website ]

English Gardens Cottage

What gardens would you add to this list?

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