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BC Travel Tuesday: Evolution Whistler Creekside

Comments 280 by Rebecca Bollwitt

BC Travel Tuesday, with a Whistler spin, continues this week as I partner with backyardbc.com to help British Columbians get out and explore their home province. backyardbc is a new travel website designed specifically for residents of British Columbia. Essentially a “be a tourist in your own backyard” program, participating hotels & resorts offer residents […]

BC Travel Tuesday: Coast Blackcomb Suites Whistler

Comments 498 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Last year I partnered with Brian Friesen of backyardbc.com when he launched his service that provides discounts for British Columbians when they book hotel stays in their own province. Over 12 weeks we gave away thousands of dollars in accommodation prizes during “BC Travel Tuesday” — it was such a success that we’re going to […]

Holiday Tea at Fairmont Olympic Seattle

Comments 2 by Rebecca Bollwitt
Disclosure: Review — I was not paid to write this post. My Holiday Tea was compliments of the Fairmont Olympic. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

Afternoon tea at the Fairmont is a tradition in many cities along the coast. You can sit in a regal tea room at the Empress in Victoria, enjoy scones before your flight at the Fairmont Vancouver Airport, and I’ve recent experienced a special holiday treat at the Fairmont Olympic in Seattle. Holiday Tea is hosted […]

The Maxwell Hotel Seattle

Comments 3 by Rebecca Bollwitt
Disclosure: Review — I was not paid to write this post nor was I obligated to write a review. My stay was compliments of Pineapple Hospitality. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

With a strong Canadian dollar, despite long waits at the border, Vancouverites love to spend time south of the border. Shopping at outlet malls, professional sports games, hitting the slopes, and more shopping are main draws between the two rainy Pacific Northwest cities. Over the last few years, John and I have enjoyed Seattle together, […]

Delta Difference: Win a Stay at Any Delta

Comments 260 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Delta Hotels is currently hosting a contest called The Delta Difference and they would like to hear about your experiences with them. Through their Facebook page, you can submit your entry until November 24, 2011. The winner will receive a $1,295 grand prize package that includes a three-night stay at a Delta, a room upgrade, […]