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29
May

Thailand: new curfew in place

Canadians advised that a new curfew is in effect from 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. across the country. The curfew does not apply if you are travelling to or from the airport. Ensure that you have your passport and plane ticket with you. http://travel.gc.ca/destinations/thailand?utm_source=thailand&utm_medium=travel_en&utm_campaign=mailout_links&utm_content=2014-05-28%2005:45%20pm

28
May

Hotel Loyalty Program Poll

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27
May

Toronto: thunderstorms

At 2:34 p.m. EDT, Environment Canada meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm capable of producing dime to nickel size hail. Strong thunderstorms have formed over eastern Toronto and are tracking southeastward. Hail has been observed 2 cm in diameter along with heavy downpours. Toronto

27
May

Destination Spotlight – Panama

10 Cool things about Panama As a tourist destination, Panama wears many hats. Having just returned from this fascinating Central American country, here are 10 things I learned: l) Panama is the southernmost of the countries in Central America, bordered by Costa Rica and Colombia.  The Caribbean Ocean is to the north (yes, north) and […]

27
May

Panamanian Shrimp Ceviche

Simple to prepare, always delicious. Fresh shrimp marinated in lime juice and chopped onions.   Ingredients 2lbs shrimp 4 cloves of garlic, ground 2 tsp vinegar 1/4 tsp oregano 1 cup lime juice 1 large onion, minced 4 tbsp marinade and mustard Salt and ground chili peppers to taste   Directions Bring a pot of […]

27
May

Canada relaxes restrictions on mobile devices during flights

Written by: KATHRYN BLAZE CARLSON OTTAWA — The Globe and Mail Published Monday, May. 26 2014, 12:10 PM EDT Last updated Monday, May. 26 2014, 8:32 PM EDT   Canadian travellers will soon be allowed to use portable electronic devices – including computers and tablets – at any time during a flight, but passengers will still be restricted from making […]