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Woozles Childrens Bookstore - Halifax, Canada
Classic childrens storeA truly great childrens book store brings joy not only to kids, but to the adults making the purchases as well. An extra great store carries not only books, but also all the best toys, games, puzzles, and gifts to make kids not care about screen time for a few minutes or (bett
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Bamboo Ballroom - Edmonton, Canada
Local fashion in EdmontonEvery town has a curated fashion store with clothing chosen by hipper-than-thou shopgirls, but luckily, this is Canada, so they are hip and friendly. Local brands such as boho Suka Clothing (made in house), Kimder Handbags, and Kate Hewko jewelry rub hangers with designer-la
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The Hexagon Board Game Cafe - Edmonton, Canada
Board game cafeTired of coffee shops where the only sound is the clinking of keyboards and the ping of texts? A night out at the Hex Cafe might be the way to reconnect with your friends, family, or fellow travelers. Pay a few bucks an hour per person for access to a collection of 500 (and growing) g
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Tremblant TAM-TAM trail - Mont Tremblant, Canada
New snow play trail for kidsFamilies visiting Mont-Tremblant can introduce young snow bunnies to the code of the mountain on the new TAM-TAM trail. Winding along the base of the Nansen, the trail is dotted with snow games and statues of local forest animals to give children tips on making the most o
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Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Alberta - Yellowhead County, Canada
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, AlbertaThe iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, surrounded by majestic mountain peaks, Victoria Glacier, and its namesake turquoise lake, is set within Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The stunningly scenic historic property remains as “base camp” for
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Vinyl Records - Vancouver, Canada
Vinyl VanCityVancouver seems to really love vinyl. Every neighborhood has at least 2-3 record shops, but I spent the most time browsing at Vinyl Records in Gastown. When you enter the store, it may look as if nothing has been organized, but I assure you, its well taken care of. They stock everything
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Chocolaterie de la Nouvelle France - Vancouver, Canada
Beat The Heat At Chocolaterie de la Nouvelle FranceEvery time I travel to a new destination, I am always on the hunt for the best local ice cream. This however is gelato from one of Vancouvers best, Chocolaterie de la Nouvelle France. The place is actually know for its incredible selection of chocol
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Foufounes Électriques - Montréal, Canada
sponsoredAn Alternative InstitutionIn the heart of Montreal’s Quartier Latin, Foufounes Électriques, or simply Les Foufs, is the oldest alternative rock venue in the city and has been a cultural institution since 1983, with its four bars, performance space, and art gallery. The three friends who est
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Underground City - Montréal, Canada
Going Under in MontrealWhile one of AFARs mottos is travel deeper, that phrase takes on a new meaning in Montreal. Much of the city is connected by a vast underground network of streets, complete with fitness centers, restaurants, and cultural centers, as well as more prosaic services like dry clean
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The Gourmet Route - Quebec City, Canada
sponsoredA Gourmet JourneyAlong the St. Lawrence Waterway near Quebec City, the Gourmet Route will also appeal to cyclists with refined palates—though it can also, of course, be explored by car. Some 25 stops along the route include artisans producing preserves, honey, and wines. True to the area’s
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Mission Hill Winery - West Kelowna, Canada
sponsoredBest CellarsIf you want to try the world’s best pinot noir, one of the most difficult wines to produce, you don’t need to fly to France. The Mission Hill winery in British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley has mastered the secrets of the “heartbreak grape,” and received the top prize for best pino
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Stillwell Beer Garden - Halifax, Canada
Craft Beer on the BoardwalkStillwell, one of Nova Scotias most beloved beer bars, goes into pop-up mode for the summer, opening a converted shipping-container bar in a former performance space on the boardwalk. Pouring daily during the summer as long as the weather cooperates, the bar has 10 rotatin
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Comuno-T - Mont Tremblant, Canada
A Mobile Tea HouseYouve seen everything from ice cream to tacos served on trucks, but how about a nice cuppa? The Comuno-T truck aims to be not just a tea vendor, but also a mobile tea garden and community space. It serves iced and hot loose-leaf tea blends, as well as matcha lattes and special drin
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Inkwell Modern Handmade Boutique & Letterpress Studio Inc. - Halifax, Canada
Stationery made with love and style in Nova ScotiaShould you be despondent over the idea that letter writing is a dead art, the designs at Inkwell will revive your love of pen and paper. Featuring stationery and letterpress artwork that is modern, retro, minimalist, and ornate, the shop stocks local
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Woodwork - Edmonton, Canada
Superlative cocktailsAsk anyone whos been to Woodwork what cocktail they had, and itll likely be prefaced with the best ever, especially if it involves whiskey. A drink might be caramelized, muddled, or straight up; itll likely be delicious. Food isnt too shabby either, lots of wood-fired meats, cha
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Ask For Luigi - Vancouver, Canada
Ask For Luigi: Affordable, Authentic, Italian Food In VancouverIf youre looking for a lunch or dinner spot that most tourists never find out about, head to Ask for Luigi.
Located in Rail Town, which is east of the popular, restaurant-and-bar filled Gastown. This industrial neighbourhood has been
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Bard On The Beach - Vancouver, Canada
Bard on the Beach Bard on the Beach is one of Canadas largest Shakespeare Festivals. Now operating for over 25 years, these custom built tents offer a spectacular background for plays all summer.
But this is not your typical Shakespeare; while sticking to the original dialogue, plays are often s
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Fairmont Empress - Victoria, Canada
Unstuffy High Tea At The Fairmont EmpressEvery book will tell you to have high tea at the Empress in Victoria, and you should. They welcomed our three-generation group, including 2 kids under 6, and had hot chocolate for those who didnt want tea. They also had a full gluten-free option, which was a
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Sims Corner - Charlottetown, Canada
Best oysters on the islandFantastic, colorful vibe, rich with old wood in a historic building from the 19th century in downtown Charlottetown. If you love oysters (they serve a variety from local bays on the island) and a flavorful cocktail, this needs to be on your list. Sit at a table in the bar a
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Edna Restaurant - Halifax, Canada
A Pioneering Restaurant in HalifaxOne of Halifaxs most progressive restaurants, Edna has an urban aesthetic, an artisanal cocktail list that would be very much at home in New York or San Francisco, and a minimalist menu thats representative of Nova Scotia. You might try the pickled radish fritters,
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