All Hail the Weekend!

We are experiencing some very different weather this weekend compared to last in the sunny British Virgin Islands and very different from next weekend where we will be enjoying the ski and aprés ski fabulousness of Mont Tremblant in Quebec’s Laurentians courtesy of our friends at Expedia.ca. In the meantime, here is some seasonal travel news to help you spring forward this weekend and get an early start on your March break trip!

12 Spring Break Essentials for Travellers

Whether you’re travelling with family, college roommates, or your significant other, you’ll want to pack these spring break essentials for your warm weather getaway. From the latest sun protection to stylish hybrid sneakers, make sure these 12 items are in your spring break suitcase.

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Viking River Cruises Christens Two New Longships and Reveals Company News

Viking River Cruises officially christened its new Viking Hild and Viking Herja at a festive event in Koblenz, Germany yesterday afternoon and extending through the evening.

The ceremony marks the sixth such launch since 2012, commemorating a staggering total of 48 Longships built in the short period of time. In attendance were Torstein Hagen, founder and chairman of parent company Viking Cruises; senior vice president, Karine Hagen, and godmothers Dr. Princess Stephanie Löwenstein-Wertheim-Rosenberg and Debbie Wiseman.

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Canada 150: British Columbia

The west coast is where Canadians head when they’re starved for warmer climes, mountain views, and active adventure. Hugging the Pacific Ocean and stretching up to the southeastern Alaskan border, British Columbia offers big cities and even bigger trees along with unique First Nations experiences and exceptional culinary offerings.

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Enjoy your March break! Where are you travelling to?