Tagged With "Canadians"
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Nov. 10, 2013: Banff and the Bow River Valley
Is there a list somewhere of these UNESCO World Heritage Sites ? What are the criteria for inclusion ?
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Nov. 10, 2013: Banff and the Bow River Valley
If you hadn't asked, I wouldn't have known! So, from UNESCO's website, here's the word: T he World Heritage List includes 981 properties forming part of the cultural and natural heritage which the World Heritage Committee considers as having outstanding universal value. These include 759 cultural, 193 natural and 29 mixed properties in160 States Parties. As of September 2012, 190 States Parties have ratified the World Heritage Convention. Here's a LINK to more info, including the list.
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Nov. 10, 2013: Banff and the Bow River Valley
There are a lot of fabulous places to visit. I need to get busy. The list is handily sorted by countries. I will bookmark this and consult it when planning a trip to a particular country or region. Thanks for the information.
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Re: Two Canadian airlines expand their reach
The Westjet expansion is most welcome to Canadians. The planes will be opening Gatwick, which I don't think Air Canada flies to. Porter flies just small aircraft, but is very popular in the Toronto area.
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Re: A visit to Waterton National Park
I love the pictures, Roderick. Part of what makes Waterton so special are its many wild animals. Almost like going on safari in America! I'm especially fond of the little bear. He looks so very lost without his mother. Hope you didn't get between her and the little one! And thanks for your first contribution to Travelgumbo!
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 30, 2015: Spirit Island
I know what you mean. Maligne Lake is a beautiful area to see and the tour out to Spirit Island is certainly worth it. One of the most notable things about the lake is the colour of the water itself that is due to being glacier fed. Up there this past June and was treated to a young moose feeding along the water near the boat launch and then two young black bears dining along the cutline just off the main road. Chatted with a family from Washington DC and a young German couple. They were...
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 30, 2015: Spirit Island
Thanks for sharing this great image, Vagabond! I recall standing on the very spot and enjoying the same view, although it was cloudy on my travel day. A good first contribution to TravelGumbo! Hope there's more to follow.
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Re: March 28, 2019: World's Largest Airplane Weathervane, Whitehorse
Awesome Capturing This airline is really big and amazing to see.
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Re: Poutine at the Canadian Potato Museum Restaurant
That looks like tasty poutine! Filling, isn't it?
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Re: Poutine at the Canadian Potato Museum Restaurant
It was very good! Thanks for sharing it with me, Rob.
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Re: Weaker 'loonie' good and bad news for Canada travel
With the fall especially of oil prices (and other natural resources, which Canada is a major producer of), the loonie has indeed fallen compared to the US dollar but kept its relative value with most other currencies, including the pound and Euro. It seems despite a reasonably healthy economic profile, including until recently an almost balanced federal budget and low debt-to-GDP ratio, the value of the Canadian dollar is pegged to its natural resource valuation. With the pullback in the...
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Re: Saguenay Fjord — Deep and Long but not very Tall
Thanks for this one! I was last in that area as a teenager, 50 years ago, treated to a steamer ride from Quebec with my uncles. We spent part of a day going up the Saguenay, and then stayed a few days at the Manoir Richelieux...a very ritzy resort surrounded by poor farmers. The whole trip was full of beautiful sights.
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Re: Saguenay Fjord — Deep and Long but not very Tall
Thanks for your note, Pheymont! Glad it brought back some good memories. The scenery is beautiful, like much of the Canadian Shield, with the added benefit of all those maple trees. I hope to get there in September again to enjoy the fall colors and hopefully to see some of those whales migrating. I have to admit that I had my heart set on seeing whales this trip and did spot even one. We were there in early June, which was just too early.
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Re: Where Gumbo Was #13. Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park, British Columbia
Hehe thank you for the praises i'm so proud Beautful mountains by the way
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Re: Where Gumbo Was #13. Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park, British Columbia
It is beautiful. I thought it was Lake Louise.
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Re: Where Gumbo Was #13. Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park, British Columbia
Similar, but different. Some photos of Lake Louise and the Plain of Six Glaciers hike, one of my favorites.
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Re: Takakkaw Falls, Yoho National Park, British Columbia
I certainly remember these falls and this area with fond memories.
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Re: Takakkaw Falls, Yoho National Park, British Columbia
LestertheInvestor -- If you look closely at the photo of the four shadows in the river, you may recognize one of them as yours!
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Re: Takakkaw Falls, Yoho National Park, British Columbia
Really good quality photos DrF. I love looking at frozen landscapes - on a screen ! Your words about reflection jogged my memory. Ever been walking through a store and see someone you think you recognise in the distance ? And as you get closer you realise its a mirror you're walking towards ! My wife says I need glasses - but its OK - I stop before I get into a conversation !
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 22, 2014: Columbia Icefields, Alberta
Great photos Dr Y. Is this an all year tourist resort or would I freeze to death in winter ? I presume this remains sub zero all year due to its elevation. Does it contain any wildlife ? Is it receding with warmer weather ? We see pictures of areas where glacier ice is disappearing but there are areas we don't see where it's on the increase. I remember being taught about shifting ice regions in the 1950's and all this alarmist talk today seems to be just a continuation of normality.
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 22, 2014: Columbia Icefields, Alberta
Hi Garry, if you came in the mid of Canadian winter, the glacier ice field will look no difference to rest of the country . So, walk on the glacier ice under the hot summer sun is much more thrill! Yes, during last visit, we were told that the Columbia Ice Field glacier is receding.
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Saguenay Fjord — Deep and Long but not very Tall
I’d heard as a schoolboy that the Saguenay Fjord was one of the longest in the world. Years later someone told me the area around Tadoussac was pretty, sparsely developed and inviting. Given a spare day or...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Nov. 10, 2013: Banff and the Bow River Valley
The Canadian Rockies are noted for their jagged peaks, many of which are snow-capped even in summer. Much of the natural beauty of the area has been saved by their incorporation in a series of national and provincial parks, including Banff National...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Nov. 23, 2013: Sunset, Banff National Park, Alberta
(Sunset over Mt. Rundle and Canmore, Banff National Park) It's sweet to be in just the right place at just the right time! The Canadian Rockies are known for their beautiful rugged peaks, hanging glaciers, turquoise lakes and...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, June 22, 2015: Rocky Mountain Sunset
For travelers like me who love mountains, the Canadian Rockies are about as good as it gets. One evening I was driving to Calgary from the Crowsnest Pass in southwestern Alberta, along highway 22x, the beautiful Cowboy Trail. The Cowboy...
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Moraine Lake Rockpile Trail -- Banff National Park's best Short Hike
If you like hikes that aren't too strenuous and filled with gorgeous views, this one should be on your bucket list.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day. September 6, 2013: Lake Louise, Banff National Park
I've a great fondness for the Canadian Rockies, an area I think is one of the most beautiful in the world. In an region of great natural beauty, Lake Louise stands out as a special place. The lovely turquoise water, the backdrop...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, June 1, 2015 : Crowsnest Pass
I love road trips through the mountains! Among my favorite drives is to head south from Calgary, through the Rocky Mountains to British Columbia, then on to Idaho's panhandle. The scenery is simply breathtaking mile-after-mile,...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 30, 2015: Spirit Island
One of the highlights of our recent trip to Jasper was a visit to Spirit Island. Just an hour’s drive from Jasper town, it is situated on Maligne Lake - the largest glacier fed lake in the Canadian Rockies. Boat tours are available...
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Canadian Firefighter Continues Cycling Around the World
Rudy Pospisil is a Firefighter in Canada that is cycling the globe on his vacations to raise money for Cancer research. He's a Cancer survivor himself and is halfway done with his journey. For this trip, he takes on Australia. He hopes to cycle 6 of...
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Two Canadian airlines expand their reach
Two of Canada's airlines are spreading out to new destinations. WestJet, a large budget carrier, has added Boeing 767s that allow it to make a big splash in the trans-Atlantic trade, and Porter, a much smaller carrier, will add flights from Toronto to...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 7, 2015: Remember those baby Canada geese?
Anybody remember those baby Canadian Geese that we featured in May 26. 2015's Picture of the Day called, " The Resilience of Life ". If not, here they are: I have a follow-up to that photo I thought you might find...
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Where Canadians Travel Most
REPAIRED LINK! A new Hotels.com ranking shows London and Paris have pushed former #3 vacation spot Orlando down to #5. New York and Las Vegas swapped spots at the top, with NY #1 again. See the rest of the list HERE
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Takakkaw Falls, Yoho National Park, British Columbia
There are hundreds of amazing places in the Canadian Rockies. Beautiful lakes and rivers, wonderful mountain peaks and breath-taking vistas from high alpine meadows. Yoho National Park, in eastern British Columbia, straddles the...
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A visit to Waterton National Park
Waterton Lakes National Park is in the extreme south-west of the province of Alberta and is contiguous with Glacier National Park in Montana. It includes some of the most spectacular scenery in the Canadian Rockies,...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 22, 2014: Columbia Icefields, Alberta
Nestled in the Canadian Rockies, between the northwestern tip of Banff National Park and the southern end of Jasper National Park, is the Columbia Icefield. This is a large glaciated area astride the Continental Divide of North America which...
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Nov. 7, 2016: Ministers Island, New Brunswick, Canada
Vivie takes you to Ministers Island in New Brunswick. See how the estate showcases the hobbies of the late Sir William Van Horne, President of Canadian Pacific Railway.
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Powerview - Pine Falls, Manitoba
DrFumblefinger revisits the small town of Pine Falls. Situated on the banks of the Winnipeg River, it was a place he used to fish at in his younger years. A bonus was the discovery of a great old steam locomotive.
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Canada’s Top 4 Ideal Cities
Canada is one of the promising countries that offer great job opportunities, a decent lifestyle and comfortable living spaces. Expatriates and immigrants find it easy to blend into the Canadian culture for two main reasons; welcoming people and equal opportunities for all. When you think of Canada, what comes to mind is the great economic freedom, high-end civilization, and sober governance. Below are the top four ideal cities to live in Canada. Ottawa Located east of southern Ontario, it’s...
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Oct. 10, 2019: Mirror Lake, Banff National Park
DrFumblefinger visits Mirror Lake in Banff National Park, one of the many beautiful lakes in the Canadian Rockies.
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March 28, 2019: World's Largest Airplane Weathervane, Whitehorse
DrFumblefinger shares one of the Yukon's most popular attractions, a weathervane made from an actual DC-3 aircraft.
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January 28, 2020: CNR Caboose, Thunder Bay
DrFumblefinger visits a beautifully restored CNR caboose in Thunder Bay, on the shore of Lake Superior
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A Stroll along Halifax's Waterfront
DrFumblefinger takes a stroll down Halifax's famous waterfront boardwalk.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Nov. 19, 2013: Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Calgary, Alberta
With the exception of its red Maple Leaf, I don't think there's any Canadian symbol more iconic than its Mounties. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), are Canada's national police force and have a history dating to the days of the...
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Where Gumbo Was #13. Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park, British Columbia
This beautiful mountain, with its dramatic hanging glacier, proved yet again to be just a small challenge to the TG travel detectives. Member Andredeya was the first to identify this peak correctly (from her Romanian home nearly half a globe...
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Canadian Start-Up ZiNG Airlines Plans on Using Bombardier Jets to Compete
ZiNG Airlines, a start-up airline out of Moncton, Canada, plans on using the locally manufactured Bombardier CS100 jets to compete with Air Canada and WestJet. ZiNG Founders, Wayne Fernandes and Ben de Mendonca, are planning to...
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Banff Springs Hotel, Banff National Park (Where Gumbo was #157)
Gumbo was visiting the historic Banff Springs Hotel in the town of Banff. It is one of Canada's well-known Canada Pacific Hotels, now run by Fairmont chain.
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Canadians Coming to Florida Despite Currency Slide
The Canadian dollar has dropped to it's lowest level in a decade, Is that affecting visits? See more:
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Weaker 'loonie' good and bad news for Canada travel
A weaker Canadian dollar is affecting Canadians' travel plans—and that may be good news for tourism in a number of Canadian cities.
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November 7, 2018: Spirit of Haidi Gwaii
DrFumblefinger shares features of The Spirit of Haidi Gwaii, an imaginative sculpture by Haidi artist, Bill Reid, featuring creatures of Haidi mythology.