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Breaking News!
In conjunction with the 2010 Olympics, the Vancouver YWCA Hotel will be hosting an art exhibit of sport-themed paintings created by renowned local artist Ken Wesman. Called "We Rock", the exhibit runs from February 6 to 28, 2010 and paintings available for sale will feature winter sports like hockey and skiing. For more information, check out the 2010 Art Exibit Presskit
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Still More News!
At the Hostel Bear, Canmore Alberta on Sunday February 7th: Superbowl party!
Hostel Bear is holding a pool tournament, dart tournament and will be open to the public all day. There will be a raffle and door prizes to give away. |
Yet still more hostel news!
The University of Winnipeg is opening their new residence; McFeetors Hall: Great West Life Student Residence to hostelling this summer. Rates include linens, cable television, and a high security building in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. Laundry services and air conditioning are additional pluses!
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And some more hostel news!
Banff Y Mountain Lodge received a great independent review from Rockies.com
They also are running a Ski & Stay deal for the whole of the ski season.
$99 (including all taxes) gets you a 1 day adult tri-area ski pass for
use at Sunshine, Norquay or Lake Louise and night's stay at the Y. When
you consider that a ski pass at the hill costs $79.95 it's a great deal!
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And even more hostel news!
Kejimkujik National Park in southern Nova Scotia is open all year and trails are groomed on the weekends. There is about three feet of packed trails. Caledonia Country Hostel has a great package deal on right now: two nights accommodation, cross country skis, boots, poles, plus vegetarian or regular chili and rolls for $90.00. Alternatively there is 10% off the 2nd night's stay and 20% off third night.
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And still even more hostel news!
In Whitehorse Yukon, book your reservations early at the Beez Kneez Bakpakers. The annual Yukon Quest starts in Fairbanks Alaska on February 6th and finishes in Whitehorse about 10-12 days later. Come up and meet the successful
participants of the toughest Dog sled race in the world, and hear their tales of the trail!
Also Double your fun by coming up to Whitehorse the last 2 weeks of February. The Sourdough Rendevous Winter Carnival, Feb 25-28 and the super fun 3 day Frostbite Music Festival Feb 19th - 21st are back to back this year.
In between these events each night the sky is clear all eyes are looking North for the Aurora to appear. All this and more is waiting for your North of 60.
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Hostel of the Week: Backpackers International Hostel, Niagara Falls
Operated by a warm and friendly Francophone family, this elegant Victorian home turned youth hostel is only 5 minutes walk to the bus depot and is open 24-7. Dorm rates are $25.00 per night. Private rooms are also available. Facilities include a fully equipped kitchen and a free light breakfast.
The hostel is only one block to the Niagara River and Parkway, and 15-20 minute walk to Falls and attractions. It is also close to the Greyhound and train stations.
When you are planning your travels, remember that Niagara Falls is more than a one-day trip destination!
Backpackers Hostels Canada / Auberges Backpackers Canada is a marvellous network of nearly 150 independent 'backpacker' or 'youth' hostels across Canada, in over 85 Canadian cities including Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, Niagara Falls, Halifax, Victoria, and Quebec City. You will want to stay at a backpackers hostel (formerly called 'youth hostels') during your travels in Canada. Not only are they cheap--you will you save money so you can spend it on adventure rather than accommodation, but you will meet intelligent, fun, and interesting people from all over the world. By travelling via our network of hostels, you will find Canada to be an exciting destination in all seasons!
While travelling across Canada, the best advice is to phone or email ahead to the next hostels to book your stay. Check out the BHC hostel list!
Begin your journey--plan your adventure across Canada!
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