Christopher Plummer’s A Word or Two set to open in Los Angeles

January 22, 2014 … The Stratford Festival’s production of Christopher Plummer’s A Word or Two opens at the Center Theatre Group’s Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles today.

The production, directed by Des McAnuff, was originally presented in 2012 as a special event to mark the Stratford Festival’s 60^th season.

“I am thrilled to have the Stratford Festival represented in Los Angeles by Christopher Plummer in A Word or Two,” says Artistic Director Antoni Cimolino. “He worked long and hard assembling this wonderful script and, together with Des, he has created a terrific evening in the theatre. We thank our friends and colleagues at CTG for their interest in this production.”

Big White Ski Resort’s ABSOLUT Mixology event draws bartender talent from Kelowna, Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver and Whistler

KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, Tuesday 14, 2014 – On Saturday, February 1, Big White will be the battle ground for eight bartenders as they compete in the resort’s 2nd ABSOLUT World event. 

Mixologists from British Columbia and Alberta will be fighting for the cocktail crown and an all expenses paid trip to the ABSOLUT Akademi in Sweden.

Big White guests are invited to join in the liquor libations and will have an integral role in the outcome. New for this year is the “Peoples Choice Award”, where the audience will choose their winner with the vote counting for 50% of the final decision. 

A $50 ticket includes samples of craft beer, local and international wines, spirits and mouth-watering nibbles, as well as a chance to taste the cocktails as part of the “Peoples Choice Award”. The event kicks off at 7:30pm on February 1 at the Village Centre Mall. With a sell out 300-person crowd at its inaugural event last year guests are advised to get tickets in advance by emailing concierge@bigwhite.com.

There's lots to do at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute

  

Curious onlookers at last month's dissection

OnSaturday, September 14th at 3:30pm join us for a Lionfish Dissection in the Lionfish exhibit area. Come out and learn more about this fascinating yet extremely invasive species.

 

On Sunday, September 15th BUEI and Bermuda Docs presents: The Weekend Film Series.

Road-tripping to roadside attractions in British Columbia

(Provided for use by Destination British Columbia)

by Margo Pfeiff

We've all seen them on highways and rural byways, massive roadside attractions that elicit a gasp or a guffaw — buffalo as big as locomotives, a helicopter-sized mosquito or a cowboy boot that would fit King Kong.

Everybody loves a road trip and these kitschy, small-town landmarks are part of the fun. While they may not be a destination on their own, they offer a quirky target to aim for with the goal of exploring the surrounding region.

British Columbia has its share of mammoth landmarks and — since this is Canada — the Guinness Book of World Records' holder for the world's largest hockey stick (and puck), seems a good place to start.

Pencil Sharpener Museum, variety and adventure in Hocking Hills, Ohio

(News Release)

Hocking, OH – For a getaway with diverse offerings, Ohio's spectacular Hocking Hills region is the ideal place to go. 

Whether travelers are up for the cliff-hugging adventure of a rappelling experience, or prefer a gentle hike past scenic waterfalls on a wheelchair-accessible paved path, the region offers a wealth of free and low-cost experiences.

And the region's new website, www.ExploreHockingHills.com, offers last-minute lodging and other specials with its "Hot Deals" link.

Keep your home and family safe with security tips from the pros

NEWS RELEASE

August, 2013

BRAMPTON, Ont. – With families squeezing in getaways to enjoy the last few weeks of summer vacation, and kids heading back to school immediately thereafter, the next couple of months will see your house sitting empty and potentially vulnerable to break-ins.

While we may dutifully lock our doors and windows when we go out or go to bed, too many people think burglaries and home invasions are something that only happens to other people. That is, until it happens to us.

Fall at its best: celebrate the season in colourful New Brunswick

 Crisp fall air + warm Acadian charm = the perfect autumn getaway

Winding, uncrowded coastal roads and Mother Nature’s annual fall display – what a great combo for a fall driving holiday.  Add the fascinating history of the hard-working and hospitable Acadian people of northern New Brunswick, and you have the recipe for a great getaway.

The Acadian Coastal Tour, a 5-night self-drive getaway from Maxxim Vacations, offers the perfect blend of stunning scenery and the vibrant, historic communities that celebrate the culture of New Brunswick’s French heritage.