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Author: Susie Henderson

Susie Henderson is passionate about travelling and has written articles and travel guides for numerous publications and websites, including the World Travel Guide, Sky News online, MSN Travel, Mail Travel, The Independent and The Independent on Sunday. She’s lived in the UK, France, Spain and the US and is now based in Victoria, BC.

Food & Drink 3 min read

Top Locations for an Unforgettable Date Night

Looking for the ultimate date night spot? If you’re hoping to impress your sweetheart with a romantic afternoon or evening to remember, check out these…

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Exploration 2 min read

Beach, Cabanas and Coral: Beat the Winter Blues

Craving a winter escape to the tropics? From Mexican reef diving, to paddling in Hawaiʻi, beach dining in Barbados and lazing in Puerto Rico, Fairmont…

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Family Travel 3 min read

Favorite Winter Destinations for Families

From skating and skiing to a cozy city lodge and a dose of tropical sunshine, here are four of the best family winter destinations. Winter…

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Exploration 4 min read

The Top 5 Places to Visit in 2023

Planning your dream vacation for 2023? From beach breaks to mountain escapes to city getaways, here’s a roundup of the top spots to visit in…

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City Escapes 4 min read

48 Hours in Victoria

Surrounded by the ocean, Victoria (known as the city of gardens) is blessed with unparalleled natural beauty. Fairmont Empress has held court over the Inner…

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Travel Tips 4 min read

Inspirational, Instagrammable Destinations

Looking to refresh your Instagram feed with dazzling new pics? From soaring Canadian summits to lush Hawaiian rainforests and noteworthy Mexican architecture, here’s a selection…

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Exploration 4 min read

Top 10 Reasons to Visit Quebec This Summer

From innovative art exhibitions and gentle city bike rides to mountain thrills and riverside golf, Quebec is packed with exciting things to do over the…

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Summer Family
Family Travel 4 min read

Summer Family Getaways: Creating Memories to Last a Lifetime

Whether your kids enjoy hiking forests and volcanoes, messing about on the water or sleuthing for clues, the possibilities for summer family fun with Fairmont…

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Exploration 3 min read

Golf Course Hopping in Quebec

Designed by illustrious architects, Quebec’s challenging golf courses feature pristine fairways and exceptional views of forests, mountains and iconic rivers. Both novices and seasoned players…

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Exploration 3 min read

Practice Your Swing at Fairmont’s Best Fairways

Whether you’re into driving a ball down the manicured fairways of a dramatic riverside course or teeing off amid jagged mountains and lakes, the finest…

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Lost In The Rockies
Exploration 4 min read

Lost In The Rockies

From hiking on fossil fields and biking alongside glacial lakes to sliding through canyons and traversing cliffs on a via ferrata, the Canadian Rockies offer…

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Paradise Is Calling
Exploration 4 min read

Paradise Is Calling

Sweeping sandy crescents, lush rainforests and lava-carved landscapes make Hawaiʻi an unbeatable destination enriched by world-renowned snorkeling, tasty tropical produce and a rich cultural heritage.…

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