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Welcome aboard What I loved Online this month Picture perfect The it list

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ROAM 13 Three

days in Los Cabos, Mexico 16 Sweet stays Arizona hotels 18 Spotlight on Ice attractions 20 How to do A Las Vegas show 22 Top picks Business-travel airports 24 Dig deeper Guy Fawkes Day 26 Close up on Philipsburg, Sint Maarten 28 Four ways Quebec City, Que.

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FEAST 73 Dining guide Denver, Colo.

76 Chef insider Simon Christey-French 78 Drink up Whisky 80 Taste of travel Poke bowl

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WINTER, TWO WAYS L'HIVER DE DEUX FAÇONS

How to make the most of the coldest months of the year.

Comment profiter des mois les plus froids de l’année.

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PARADISE 101 PARADIS 101

A guide to three must-visit Hawaiian destinations.

Guide de trois destinations incontournables à Hawaï.

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TAKING IT EASY IN WINSLOW SE LA COULER DOUCE

A look at the Arizona town that inspired an iconic song.

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WELCOME ABOARD • BIENVENUE À BORD

UNE TOUCHE HUMAINE ous avez ouvert le WestJet Magazine de ce mois-ci; vous êtes assis à votre siège, prêt pour un autre vol agréable avec le transporteur aérien préféré des Canadiens.

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THE HUMAN TOUCH ou are settled in your seat, you have opened this month’s WestJet Magazine and you are ready for another great flight on Canada’s favourite airline.

Whether it’s your first or two-hundred-andfirst flight, you want to know WestJet has your back. If you are travelling for a family reunion, a weekend with friends or a vital business meeting, you want reassurance your journey is every bit as important to us as it is to you.

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app can help get you on your way quickly, we believe in the importance of the human touch.

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Like any business, we will sometimes slip up. Weather disruptions, technical issues and aircraft changes are a fact of life in the airline industry. But we genuinely believe how we respond and recover your loyalty and trust is what sets us apart. In our mind, the spirit of Canada is all about demonstrating the humanity and care that makes this country such a great place to live and visit.

Enjoy your time with my fellow WestJetters on your journey today. We certainly appreciate the chance to add a personal touch to your travel plans.

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THIS MONTH

WE’RE EXCITED FOR EVERYTHING IN THIS ISSUE, BUT HERE’S WHAT STOOD OUT FOR SENIOR EDITOR SARA SAMSON.

Photo: The pool at the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club, where I spent much of my time in Hawaii.

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Photo: A snowy scene at Emerald Lake Lodge in British Columbia.

feature (page 38) for three perfect days in three very different regions of Hawaii.

I also learned an important lesson on that trip. Vacation, and leisure time in general, is best spent doing the things you actually want to do, not the things you think you should do. That lesson shows up in our Winter Two Ways feature (page 31) as we explore how to embrace the coldest season of the year.

No matter where your travels take you this season, remember to leave time for the things that truly bring you joy.

CONTRIBUTORS

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SAM GRYBA

MANDY SAVOIE

CLAIRE NELSON

WRITER SPOTLIGHT ON: ICE ATTRACTIONS PG. 18 As WestJet Magazine's editorial intern, Sam spends her days writing, factchecking and researching destinations, while secretly planning her next trip.

You can also catch this Calgarian jogging through Fish Creek Park or seeking out the best Caesar in the city.

WRITER FOUR WAYS: QUEBEC CITY, QUE. PG. 28 Mandy was born and raised in Moncton, N.B. Her recent travel highlights include white-water rafting in Wales and walking across the entire country of Monaco.

When she’s not travelling to see her favourite bands perform, she writes about travel and music.

WRITER WINSLOW, ARIZ. PG. 58 Claire Nelson is a New Zealand-born freelance writer with an appetite for all things travel, whether it’s following the pace of a new city or the call of the great outdoors. She’s currently based in Vancouver, B.C., where she gets to explore the best of both.

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PHOTOS: EMERALD LAKE LODGE; DAVID CALLAN/ISTOCK; GEORGIAFLASH/ALAMY; SEAN JENKINS/TOURISM KAMLOOPS

WHAT I LOVED

y first trip to Hawaii was a few years ago. I went to Oahu and had big plans of driving around the entire island, exploring every inch of it and seeking out the best local spots. I also wanted to take sunrise yoga classes and learn to surf. Essentially, I planned to live what I thought was my best Hawaiian life.

But that’s not how the trip went. I was instantly enamoured with Honolulu, so I mostly stuck to the city. I wasn’t awake for one sunrise and I didn't learn how to surf. Instead, I spent my mornings “exploring” (read: shopping), afternoons lazing around the hotel’s pool drinking Campari and sodas, and evenings indulging in leisurely dinners at some of the city’s most popular spots.

Not exactly the dreamy, beachy vibe I had in mind when planning the trip.

But it was a dream for me. I had just gone through a big life change and I was feeling burnt out. I needed to hit reset, and this trip allowed me to do just that.

And that’s the beauty of Hawaii— the cities, towns and islands are so diverse, you really can choose your own adventure and draft your version of paradise. To get you inspired, we created itineraries in our Paradise 101

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LOS CABOS, MEXICO At the tip of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula, golden sands stretch between the resort towns of San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. Collectively called Los Cabos, the area has a reputation for lazy beach days and active nights. But dig deeper and you’ll that find the region offers an array of land and sea adventures—from rewarding hikes to epic paddles—rounded out by fabulous food and inspired cocktails.

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DAY 3

Morning Fuel up on savoury chilaquiles (breakfast nachos) at The Office on the Beach, located on Médano Bay in downtown Cabo San Lucas, before exploring the trails outside of town on a mountain bike tour with Cabo Adventures. Pedal past prickly plants on a ride that takes you from the Baja’s desert outback (shown) to the Pacific Ocean.

Afternoon Rent a stand-up paddleboard from Cabo SUP, located at the Bahia Hotel & Beach House, and head out to Lover’s Beach and the adjacent El Arco.

This much-photographed rock arch at Land’s End is where the Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez meet.

Evening Start your night with craft brews and a mesquite-fired beer pizza (the dough is made with beer and spent barley malt) on the patio of the Baja Brewing Company, located along the Cabo Marina.

Wander next door to Cabo Wabo Cantina, musician Sammy Hagar’s iconic nightclub, where live music is performed every night.

DAY 2 Morning After a strong dark roast at The Cabo Coffee Company, hit the road to Todos Santos, a charming mission town an hour’s drive north of Cabo San Lucas. Saddle up with Todos Santos Eco Adventures for a 90-minute horseback ride that showcases the region’s ecological diversity. You’ll travel through a lush oasis, alongside the Pacific and up into the surrounding desert.

Midday Eat lunch at La Casita Tapas + Wine Bar, a farm-to-table restaurant that serves fresh fish and local,

organic produce. After, take time to browse the town’s galleries and boutiques for locally made souvenirs to bring home.

Late afternoon Drive 20 minutes toward Cabo and stop at Los Cerritos Beach, which boasts the best surf break in the area. The pros at Mario Surf School will have you standing in no time— for a few seconds, anyway.

Post-surf, don’t miss the margaritas and tacos served with the catch of the day at Barracuda Cantina, just steps from the sand.

Where to stay SECLUDED SPOTS AND MODERN LUXURY AWAIT AT THESE RESORTS

1 Bahia Hotel & Beach House Located just off Médano Beach, this boutique property—one of Cabo’s first hotels—mixes modern and Mexican design in spacious rooms and suites. Let the concierge coordinate an excursion for you, or just relax at the hotel’s private beach club. (bahiacabo.com)

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2 Paradisus Los Cabos Nestled on a secluded beach between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, this allinclusive property features rooms fronted by manicured gardens and a pool. Upgrade to a family concierge room for access to all-day snacks and a pillow menu. (melia.com)

Morning Take your activity level down a notch by indulging in a Mexican Herbal Ritual body treatment at the YHI Spa at the Paradisus Los Cabos resort.

This relaxing experience includes exfoliation and an aromatherapy massage to rejuvenate sore muscles.

Afternoon Alternate between lounging in one of the resort’s poolside cabanas and body surfing in the waters of Tequila Cove Beach, one of Los Cabos’ swimmable beaches. Be sure to try the beach bar’s Ojo Rojos, beer jazzed up with Clamato, lime and spices.

Evening Located at the Chileno Bay Resort, COMAL is one of Los Cabos’ best restaurants, with Chef Yvan Mucharraz preparing regional ingredients in innovative ways. Opt for the sea bass ceviche or blackened tuna and one of bartender Osvaldo Vasquez’s signature cocktails. The smoky mezcal, spicy ginger and sweet pineapple flavours of the Chilenito will convert you to Mexico’s original agave spirit. —Lisa Kadane

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CLOCKWISE A surfer on popular Los Cerritos Beach, a craft beer from Baja Brewing Company and the outdoor dining area at COMAL.

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Modern decor in earthy tones induce a sense of calm in the resort’s 246 rooms, all of which come with mountain, pool or golf course views.

DINING OPTIONS

Choose from six restaurants. Indulge in Mexican classics while sipping tequila at the Spotted Donkey Cantina or enjoy a cocktail on the Discovery Lounge’s patio.

Located off the lobby, Hearth ’61 serves seasonal American fare made from local ingredients, including a featured daily roast served from the restaurant’s stone oven.

Dine in the shadow of the Four Peaks Mountain at the resort’s upscale Ahnala Mesquite Room, or head to the casino for noodles, NYC deli subs and more.

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The spa cannot be missed. It features steam rooms, saunas, an outdoor pool and Arizona’s only Indigenous teepee (used for meditation and spiritual ceremonies).

At the Cocktail Under the Cosmos themed event, guests can sip a signature drink while exploring the stars with an astronomer.

There is also a juice bar and fitness centre.

During the Yavapai Experience, a two-hour cultural tour, guests meet with Yavapai tribal members, learn about their culture and history, and take a nature walk.

Explore the tiny town of Carefree: check out its popular sundial, poke around its unique shops and appreciate its thriving arts scene. —Sara Samson

Wake early to beat the heat and hike one of two trails that wind up to the summit of Camelback Mountain—the resort is nestled at its base. —Dean Lisk

Explore the Sonoran Desert by Segway, horseback or in an off-road Tomcar with Fort McDowell Adventures, located less than a 10-minute drive away. —Diane Bolt

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HÔTEL DE GLACE Saint-Gabriel-deValcartier, Que. Opens Jan. 2 Be sure to pack lots of layers when staying at North America’s only ice hotel, where accommodations and most furnishings are made completely from ice and room temperatures average between -3°C and -5°C. Still, there are plenty of ways to keep warm during your stay, including soaking in a hot tub while gazing up at the stars at the onsite Nordic spa (guests get full access).

SNOWKING WINTER FESTIVAL Yellowknife, N.W.T. Feb. 29 to March 29 The legendary Snowcastle takes two months to build once the weather hits -30°C. It’s the highlight of the month-long Snowking Winter Festival. The castle is open Tuesday through Sunday, and is home to a number of winter-themed activities such as ice ping-pong, ice carving with local experts and a hockey tournament. There is also live music, comedy shows and a craft sale.

FESTIVAL DU VOYAGEUR Winnipeg, Man. Feb. 14 to 23 A celebration of French-Canadian heritage, Festival du Voyageur is where you can indulge in decadent Tourtiere Poutine, take a horse-drawn sleigh ride and marvel at the incredible ice creations sculpted by artists from around the world. You can also participate in one of the festival’s many quirky competitions—don’t miss the beard-growing and jigging contests.

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THE TOWER OF LONDON Guy Fawkes was a Roman Catholic rebel who took part in a conspiracy to blow up the Houses of Parliament and overthrow the protestant monarch, King James I, on Nov. 5, 1605. On The Yeoman Warder guided tour, you’ll learn more about Fawkes in the very place he was tortured and executed.

LEWES Travel to Lewes, south of London near the coastal town of Brighton, to attend the country’s largest bonfire celebration. Here, they not only burn an effigy of Guy Fawkes, they also burn effigies of controversial, modern-day figures, including British and world politicians and celebrities.

ALEXANDRA PALACE While you’ll see and hear families exploding fireworks above backyards across England around the first week of November, there are also plenty of public events.

For something really special, head to “Ally Pally,” as some locals refer to it, to experience one of the biggest fireworks displays in London.

THE LANTERN The original Houses of Parliament cellar was destroyed in an 1834 fire, but visitors can still see a genuine artifact from the period.

The Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology in Oxford houses Fawkes’ original lantern, which he was holding when he was captured. —Fiona Tapp

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“Remember, remember, the fifth of November.” Each year, families across England gather to set off fireworks, build bonfires and toss an effigy of Guy Fawkes into the flames. It might sound ghoulish, but this 400-year-old tradition is a firm favourite among young and old.

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Sip As the name suggests, Guavaberry Emporium showcases this berry that grows high in the island’s mountains. Once picked, the fruit can be used in savoury sauces such as barbecue, but it’s best-known as the main ingredient in the national liqueur, which also contains cane sugar and rum.

Tour The weird and wonderful Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit highlights everything Star Wars, including past storyboards and other items from a galaxy far, far away. The museum is run by Nick Maley, one of the makeup artists who helped bring legendary Jedi master Yoda to life, and also features other famous movie franchises. You may even run into Maley himself, who often hangs around the museum’s gift shop.

Relax Lazy Lizard Beach Bar & Grill has long been a favourite among locals and visitors. Here, you can dine on island specialties such as shrimp in creole sauce or curry chicken paired with rice and peas.

Or grab a bucket of beers and sink into one of the beach chairs right out front and take in the views of the bay.

Pamper Book yourself a relaxing massage at Indulgence by the Sea, a spa located inside Divi Little Bay, a resort that backs onto a stretch of beach just east of the city. The full menu of treatments uses local products, from citrus to seaweed, and you have the option of enjoying it all in a cabana set up beside the water.

Browse A pedestrian zone lined with broad balconies beneath a canopy of palm trees, Front Street is filled with lots of small, specialized stores to satisfy all your shopping needs.

The entire island enjoys dutyfree status, and among the (very) inexpensive bottles of rum and well-rolled cigars you’ll find small spots offering jewelry crafted from diamonds, gold and emeralds.

Go Dutch Located between the city’s cruise port and the end of the boardwalk, The Amsterdam Cheese & Liquor Store offers a variety of products from The Netherlands, including Jenever (a Dutch gin) and a variety of cheeses (Gouda, Edam and others). Pop in for a cheese tasting, then vacuum-pack some samples to take home with you.

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S hop Travel to nearby Simpson Bay to check out The Art Box, where you can pick up items (from glassware to jewelry) handcrafted on the island and inspired by the West Indies.

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GETTING THERE WestJet flies to Sint Maarten three times a week from Toronto.

Grab a drink at the Sunset Beach Bar, located at the end of the Princess Juliana International Airport’s runway, and watch the planes fly overhead and land.

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Hit hard by Hurricane Irma in 2017, the capital of Dutch Sint Maarten has now fully recovered and is enticing visitors back. Stroll its streets and discover everything this city on Great Bay has to offer.

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Los Cabos, là où le soleil brille à l’année et où on ne peut faire autrement que de sortir dehors, est l’endroit rêvé pour vivre une aventure. Les activités offertes à tous les coins de rue sont illimitées : motomarine, excursion en bateau banane, paravoile, plongée en apnée, surf cerf-volant, plongée et équitation. Avec ses montagnes, ses déserts, ses plages et ses eaux limpides, Los Cabos n’attend qu’à être explorée.

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WHERE TO STAY The Fairmont Le Château Frontenac (shown) has presided over the city for 126 years. It has hosted royalty, Second World War conferences and was the backdrop for Alfred Hitchcock’s 1953 film, I Confess. Rooms are outfitted with classic European furnishings and the lobby boasts a 300-year-old Maltese Cross stone.

WHERE TO STAY Hotel Le Clos SaintLouis Québec is an adult-only retreat in the old city. Located in a Victorian mansion, it has cozy rooms and offers four guest packages dedicated to romance, featuring everything from horse-drawn carriage rides (shown) for honeymooners to flower bouquets and four-course dinners.

WHAT TO DO Located just outside Quebec City, Sibéria Spa offers an outdoor Nordic-style thermotherapy circuit. Here, couples can try the steam bath, brave a cold dip in the Yellow River and unwind in a Siberian yurt or in the café that was once an old chapel. Add on a couple’s massage for the ultimate romantic (and relaxing) spa day.

WHAT TO EAT La Scala hosts intimate jazz and piano bar nights paired with fine Italian dishes such as housemade gnocchi, pasta and wood-fired pizza.

The René-Lévesque Ouest trattoria also has a monthly opera experience featuring a seven-course meal accompanied by French opera singers, a violinist and two pianists.

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WHAT TO EAT Located in the oldest house in the city, Aux Anciens Canadiens has served traditional Quebecois cuisine since 1966. Diners feast on meat pies, pea soup and bison bourguignon in the house’s original rooms surrounded by stone fireplaces, 300-yearold wainscoting and low, wood-panelled ceilings.

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WHAT TO DO Take the two-hour Grand Tour from Tours Voir Quebec to learn about the city’s rich history and architecture. The walking excursion visits the 17th-century Ursuline Sisters convent, the city’s fortification walls, streets important to Quebec’s military past and Place-Royale, the site of the city’s original 1608 settlement.

Quebec City is one of the country’s oldest and most-charming settlements.

With its cobblestone streets, French-Canadian cuisine, centuries-old buildings and cosmopolitan atmosphere, there’s something in this provincial capital for all budgets and tastes.

FOOD LOVERS

WHERE TO STAY Le Monastère des Augustines is a working monastery where visitors stay in restored cloister rooms (shown). Guests have the option of purchasing a meal package that includes breakfast (which is eaten in silence), a hearty lunch and a six-course dinner made using local ingredients such as lichen and game meats.

WHAT TO DO Explore nearby Île d’Orléans, a small island in the St. Lawrence River famed for its agritourism. Along the main road that circles the island are wineries, sugar shacks and farms.

Don’t miss La Nougaterie Québec’s gooey nougat or Le Paillasson, a colonial-era cheese served hot, from the island’s eponymous fromagerie.

WHAT TO EAT Le Continental has been one of Quebec City’s most beloved restaurants since it opened in 1956. Chefs prepare your meal table-side—including the signature peppercorn sirloin flambé, grilled shrimp and delicious dessert crepes—so you can have everything cooked exactly the way you like it.

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GETTING THERE WestJet flies to Quebec City three times a day from Toronto.

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WHERE TO STAY With rooms starting at $99, Hôtel Château Bellevue’s location in old Quebec City, just steps from Dufferin Terrace and its breathtaking views, can’t be beat. A continental breakfast is included in the price of a night’s stay at this boutique hotel, and the property boasts exposed brick walls and outdoor hot tubs.

WHAT TO DO Visit the 19th-century Hôtel du Parlement (shown), home to the provincial government, for a free guided tour. The 75-minute experience shows off the building’s Second Empire architecture, a style characterized by mansard roofs and grand design flourishes.

Visitors can also admire the building’s many works of art.

WHAT TO EAT Enjoy an upscale three-course meal at bargain prices at one of the city’s many table d’hôte (set menu and fixed price) lunches. Chez Muffy’s offers an appetizer, main and dessert for only $20, so diners can mix and match dishes such as poutine, lobsters rolls and berry eclairs.

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Winter is a polarizing season—some people want nothing more than to sip hot chocolate beside the warmth of a fire on a snowy day, while others want to lounge on a sun-soaked beach, just listening to the sound of waves. The English language may lack the proper words to fully describe these sensations, but our Scandinavian and Caribbean friends have the perfect terms—hygge and liming. Here, we share the meaning behind these words and explore how and where to experience them.

L'hiver est une saison polarisante : certains profitent du temps neigeux pour siroter un chocolat chaud auprès du feu, a;ors que d'autres rêvent d'être étendus sur une plage ensoleillée à écouter le bruit des vagues. Si l'anglais n'a pas de mot pour décrire précisément ces deux expériences, nos amis scandinaves et caribéens ont trouvé les termes parfaits, à savoir hygge et lime. Explorons ensemble ce que veulent dire ces mots et comment et où l'on peut en faire l'expérience.

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WINTER LOVERS HYGGE (hoo-gah) A Danish word for contentment and comfort.

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were inches above our heads. It seemed like a secret tunnel. We settled into the lodge’s leather armchairs beside a roaring fire, playing game after game—Risk, Monopoly and Careers—and connected with our son by phone to reassure him we would be there the following day.

And, we got that feeling. That feeling of hygge, without even knowing such a term existed. Winter travel has its extra challenges, especially in Canada. But most Canadians I know relish the idea of snowstorms, snuggled up with family or friends, sharing stories, repeating well-worn jokes and eating comfort food.

We made it safely to our destination the next day and spent a wonderful week visiting our son.

But the kids still talk about that night at Emerald Lake Lodge, and the luck we had in finding this cozy and welcoming place. You can find hygge anywhere; you’ll know it when you feel it. —KB

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BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT COLLINGWOOD, ONT. Explore the snow-covered forests on a guided snowshoe tour with Columbia Sports at Blue Mountain Village. After, warm up by the fireplace at the Oliver & Bonacini Café Grill in Westin Trillium House. (bluemountain.ca)

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THE DELTA BESSBOROUGH HOTEL SASKATOON, SASK. Situated on the South Saskatchewan River, the Bessborough Hotel rises like a castle over the city. Go for a walk down the snowy river path, then warm yourself with a cocktail and yummy appetizers in the lobby lounge. (marriott.com)

MONT-SAINTE-ANNE MONT-SAINTE-ANNE, QUE. This classic Quebec ski resort is just 50 km from Quebec City. The kids will love the maple syrup lollies rolled in snow, and you’ll love the après ski next to the lodge’s cozy fireplace after a day on the slopes. (mont-sainte-anne.com)

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I looked around the car at my husband and three kids (ages 12, 15 and 22) and sighed. Having arrived at the Calgary airport a few hours earlier, we were on our way to Panorama Mountain Resort in B.C. to visit our 20-year-old son, who was working there. We were excited to get our family together after six months apart.

The snowfall had intensified as we drove into the Rocky Mountains from Alberta into B.C., and the road ahead had just been closed. We simply weren’t going to make it. Saddened by our reunion delay, we made hasty plans to stay at Emerald Lake Lodge, not far from where we were waylaid.

Our reward was a main lodge full of board games and cabininspired rooms filled with homey decor. As we led our kids down the path to the main building, the snowbanks on either side

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ous avons découvert le mode hygge, loin de chez nous, dans l’Ouest canadien.

Pourtant cela avait mal commencé lorsque nous étions sur la route . « … Il semble que l’autoroute soit bloquée pour au moins encore dix kilomètres », avertissait la radio.

Jetant un coup d’œil à mon mari et à mes trois enfants (de 12, 15 et 22 ans), j’ai soupiré. Arrivés à l’aéroport de Calgary quelques heures plus tôt, nous étions en route vers Panorama Mountain Resort en C.-B. pour rendre visite à notre fils de 20 ans, qui y travaillait. Nous nous réjouissions de le retrouver après une séparation de six mois.

La neige avait redoublé d’intensité dans les Rocheuses en passant de l’Alberta vers la C.-B. et notre route venait juste d’être fermée. Ça n’allait pas être possible. Attristés par ce retard, nous avons vite décidé de rester au Emerald Lake Lodge, non loin de l’endroit où la tempête nous avait arrêtés.

Nous avons été récompensés : chambres de style chalet, douillettes et accueillantes, et un pavillon principal rempli de jeux de société.

Les bancs de neige qui s’élevaient au-dessus de nos têtes sur le chemin du pavillon formaient une

sorte de tunnel secret. Installés dans des fauteuils en cuir autour d’un feu crépitant, nous avons joué à tous les jeux possibles : Monopoly, Risk et Carrière, et appelé notre fils pour le rassurer que nous arriverions le lendemain. Un sentiment s’est emparé de nous : nous étions en mode hygge, même si nous ne connaissions pas encore ce mot.

Voyager en hiver comporte des défis, particulièrement au Canada.

La plupart de mes amis canadiens sont ravis à l’idée d’une tempête : on peut se pelotonner en famille ou entre amis, raconter des histoires ou des blagues usées à la corde et manger des plats réconfortants.

Nous sommes arrivés chez notre fils le lendemain et avons passé une semaine merveilleuse. Les enfants parlent encore de notre soirée au Emerald Lake Lodge et de la chance qu’on a eue de trouver cet endroit accueillant. Le mode hygge est partout; vous le reconnaîtrez quand vous le sentirez.

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MONT-SAINTE-ANNE MONT-SAINTE-ANNE (QUÉBEC) À 50 km de la ville de Québec, cette station de ski est un classique. Les enfants raffoleront des sucettes de tire d’érable roulées sur la neige et vous adorerez l’après-ski au coin du feu après une journée sur les pentes.

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WINTER E VA D E R S LIMING (L'm-iNG) The art of relaxing with good company, delicious food and cold drinks without concern for the passage of time. Structure is frowned upon, but long stories with little point beyond entertainment are encouraged.

he fact that I’m trying to figure out how to lime is part of the problem. It should be effortless—as natural as tying your shoelaces or riding a bike.

I’m struggling because it requires me to embrace an idea as foreign to many Canadians as cricket matches or all-night fêtes—doing nothing. Not aimlessly checking social media, not settling in with a good book and definitely not adhering to a vacation itinerary.

The term may have originated with British soldiers, but it was the islands of Trinidad and Tobago that made it famous. It has spread across the Caribbean, and even here, at The Lodge at Jaguar

Reef in Belize, I see evidence of masters. My family’s two-bedroom suite faces the pool and, shortly after our arrival, we discover a few families with lilting Caribbean accents circling around a palapa.

Slowly, effortlessly, as their children wade in three feet of water nearby, they begin the process.

First, two men sit in the Muskoka chairs underneath the shaded palapa. Two more join soon after, carrying cold beers and a large bottle of white rum. Their body language says as much as their rising voices. Stories are being exchanged. There are no cards or dominos in sight, but soon there is music. Jamaican reggae is making

its way toward the group thanks to a mini-speaker carried by one of three women who join them. A pool boy appears carrying extra chairs. For the next three hours, the scene varies little. Snippets of conversation and loud laughter fly through the air toward my patio.

Shortly after sunset, they wrap up children who need to be bathed and fed something other than plantain chips and wander home.

I watch a similar scene in town.

A local hangout is peppered with men and women who order drinks in their native creole.

“Buy anyone a rum and you’ll get a story,” my cab driver says when I ask if travellers are welcome.

My own attempts at liming don’t go as smoothly, as my tendencies take more than a few hours to fade. My family is making progress, though. Just yesterday, we gathered on a giant mesh daybed stretched out over the sea. This is it, I thought, as I leaned back and began to regale them with random thoughts. We’ve got the relaxation down, it seems, but I’ll need a few more days of paradise to perfect the practice. —HGD

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THE COVE, ELEUTHERA BAHAMAS A full- or half-day charter on the resort’s 26-foot private yacht means you can laze around with up to eight guests, with options to fish, snorkel, dive or swim with pigs. (thecoveeleuthera.com)

CURTAIN BLUFF RESORT ANTIGUA Spread out in one of the beach bed cabanas while the concierges keep you satiated with fresh fruit and ice-cold treats. Be sure to attend resort matriarch Chelle Hulford’s weekly cocktail party. (curtainbluff.com)

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e fait que j’essaie de comprendre ce que veut dire lime fait partie du problème. Cela devrait être naturel, sans effort, comme on attache ses lacets ou on fait du vélo. C’est difficile pour nous les Canadiens parce que l’idée de ne rien faire nous est aussi étrangère qu’un match de cricket ou une nuit entière de fête. Rien : sans médias sociaux, sans livre et sans itinéraire de vacances.

Le terme lime provient peut-être des soldats britanniques, mais c’est à Trinité-et-Tabago qu’il est devenu célèbre. Il s’est répandu dans les Caraïbes, et même ici, à The Lodge at Jaguar Reef au Bélize, où on y trouve les maîtres. La suite à deux lits a vue

sur la piscine, et dès notre arrivée, nous voyons des familles à l’accent caribéen sous un palapa. Lentement, sans effort, pendant que leurs enfants pataugent dans trois pieds d’eau, ils commencent le procédé.

D’abord, deux hommes s’assoient dans des fauteuils Muskoka à l’ombre du palapa. Puis, deux autres les rejoignent avec des bières froides et une grosse bouteille de rhum blanc. Leur langage corporel parle autant que leur ton qui monte. Ils racontent des histoires. Aucune carte ni domino en vue, mais le reggae jamaïcain fait bientôt son apparition par un mini haut-parleur apporté par une des trois femmes.

Le garçon de piscine apporte plus

de chaises. La scène ne change pas beaucoup au cours des trois heures suivantes. Des bribes de conversation et des éclats de rire se rendent jusqu’à notre patio. Juste après le coucher du soleil, ils repartent à la maison avec leurs enfants qui ont besoin d’un bain et de nourriture plus consistante que les croustilles de plantain.

J’observe le même genre de scène dans un repaire de la ville rempli de gens qui commandent des verres en créole. « Payez un rhum à quelqu’un et vous aurez droit à une histoire », m’affirme le chauffeur de taxi quand je lui demande si les voyageurs sont les bienvenus.

Mes tentatives de lime ne se font pas sans heurt puisque ma nature ne disparaît pas en quelques heures, pourtant nous faisons des progrès.

Hier, nous nous sommes étendus sur un lit en filet surplombant l’océan, j'ai pensé en m’allongeant et en leur offrant mes pensées éparses.

Nous avons réussi à nous détendre, mais il me faudrait passer quelques jours de plus au paradis pour perfectionner cet art.

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CURTAIN BLUFF RESORT ANTIGUA Étendez-vous dans une des cabanas avec lit de plage et goûtez les fruits frais et les douceurs glacées offerts par les concierges. Ne manquez pas le cocktail party hebdomadaire de la matriarche de l’hôtel, Chelle Hulford.

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PA R A D IS E 101 PA R A D I S 1 0 1

H OW TO SPEND AN AM AZIN G DAY IN THR E E MU ST -V ISIT HAWAIIAN DE STIN ATION S COMMENT PASSER UNE JOURNÉE E XTRAORDINAIRE DANS CES TROIS DESTINATIONS INCONTOURNABLES À HAWAÏ.

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ou’ll encounter swaying palm trees, white sand and island breezes pretty much anywhere you go in Hawaii. But, beyond these commonalities, each of the islands is distinct, offering everything from open spaces and mist-shrouded mountains to laid-back beach towns and a capital city humming with excitement. To help you decide where your next Hawaiian vacation should be, we’ve picked three island destinations that offer unique experiences for you to discover. And, to make sure your holiday starts off right, we’ve planned a perfect—and packed—day for you. Consider this your introduction to paradise.

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Outre ces points communs, chaque île de l’archipel est bien distincte : grands espaces, montagnes embrumées, villes balnéaires à l'ambiance décontractée et une capitale qui bourdonne d’activités.

Pour vous aider à choisir votre destination vacances à Hawaï, nous avons sélectionné trois îles à découvrir, qui offrent des expériences uniques. Et pour que vos vacances commencent d'un bon pied, nous vous avons planifié une journée parfaite et bien remplie! Considérez ce guide comme votre introduction au paradis.

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MOLOKAI ith just one main town (Kaunakakai), no streetlights and only 7,500 residents—about 40 per cent of whom are native Hawaiian— Molokai offers a less-hectic side of island life. Instead of resorts, you’ll find miles of untouched coastline, dense forests marked by stunning waterfalls and unfussy local cuisine.

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6:30 A.M. To experience one of the state’s epic sunrises, drive along the Halawa Valley Scenic Drive on the island’s east shore. There will be places to pull over so you can stop to snap photos and really appreciate the view.

7:30 A.M. Stop at Mana’e Goods & Grindz, a family-run market and eatery in Pukoo. Opt for for an American-style breakfast or a traditional plate combo—think rice, chicken and salad.

8:45 A.M. Check out the hundreds of coconut trees at nearby Kapuaiwa Coconut Grove (a landmark on the island) that were planted in the 1860s.

9:30 A.M. Across the street from the coconut grove,

look for Church Row. This group of seven, tiny 19th-century churches was founded by missionaries.

10 A.M. Walk Kaunakakai’s Ala Malama Avenue, checking out local crafts at Kalele Bookstore & Divine Expressions and fashions at Imports Gift Shop.

11:30 A.M. Visit Palaau State Park and take a short walk to the Kalaupapa Lookout for dramatic cliff-top views of the peninsula.

1:15 P.M. Sample fresh macadamia nuts and see the trees at Purdy’s All-Natural Macadamia Nut Farm. After, head to the Coffees of Hawaii planation to pick up some beans and other picnic supplies from the café.

3 P.M. Stroll the golden sands of three-mile-long Papohaku Beach, which are perfect for wavewatching. The area also offers some of the island’s best sunset views.

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7 P.M. Dine on honey lemon shrimp and spicy haole crab—two of the reasons Paddlers Restaurant and Bar is Molokai’s new dining hot spot. There’s live music most nights, too.

9:30 P.M. Line up at the night window of Kanemitsu’s Bakery & Coffee Shop for straight-from-the-oven Molokai Hot Bread, which comes filled in a variety of flavours including cream cheese, jelly or cinnamon. This creation made baker George Kanemitsu a James Beard Award semifinalist in 2018.

GETTING THERE To reach Molokai, fly from Honolulu on a regional carrier or take a ferry from Lahaina on Maui. Visit gohawaii.com for more information.

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lively collection of walkable neighbourhoods, Honolulu is far more than Waikiki and the downtown shopping district most visitors see.

From the urban street art and brewpubs of industrialchic Kakaako to lush Manoa with its grand homes and gardens, this capital city on Oahu is as multicultural and eclectic as the people who built it.

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6 A.M. Be at the gate when it opens to hike Diamond Head—the trail will be clear and you’ll have one of the best sunrise views on Oahu.

8 A.M. Eat breakfast at Koko Head Cafe in Kaimuki, which serves up creative combinations such as a breakfast bruschetta with fruit and macadamia yogurt and baked volcano eggs with Portuguese sausage.

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12:30 P.M. Dig into The Pig and the Lady’s sublime Pho French dip banh mi sandwich—the slowroasted brisket, hoisin sauce and rich pho broth come together perfectly.

1:30 P.M. Tour grand Iolani Palace, home of Hawaii’s last reigning monarchs.

This ornate building has been restored to its palatial grandeur and features original furnishings.

4:30 P.M. Join the lively scene at Honolulu Beerworks. Order a Bavarian soft pretzel along with a Kewalo’s Cream Ale. 6:30 P.M. Sunset in Waikiki is a must. At House Without A Key, watch the sun fade away while dining on local dishes and listening to strains of Hawaiian music.

9:30 A.M. The calm waters of Ala Moana Beach Park are perfect for a surf lesson with Let’s Surf HI. 11 A.M. Wander the stalls of Chinatown’s outdoor Oahu Market, where you’ll feel like you’ve visited every country in Asia.

3 P.M. Easily one of the city’s coolest neighbourhoods, Kakaako is bursting with vibrant murals. Take a self-guided tour and admire these colourful creations (maps available at powwowworldwide.com).

GETTING THERE WestJet flies to Honolulu 12 times a week from Vancouver.

9 P.M. Get a taste for Honolulu’s nightlife at Bevy, a local-favourite bar known for its inventive cocktails.

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PAIA, MAUI E

qual parts chill surfer hangout and hip bohemian enclave, tiny Paia anchors Maui’s north shore with more than its share of funky boutiques and go-to restaurants, while the farms and artisanal producers of the surrounding area have become a magnet for food-lovers.

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7:30 A.M. Nothing says Paia quite like sunrise beach yoga taught by Maui Yoga Shala.

9 A.M. At Paia Inn, take your coffee down to a lounge chair on the lawn and then fuel up with a parfait or avocado toast at the inn’s Vana restaurant.

9:45 A.M. Head “upcountry” to savour the cowboy vibe in Makawao. The historic building facades in this tiny town look like a scene from a Western film. Poke around in the eclectic shops and don’t miss the doughnuts on a stick from T. Komoda Store & Bakery.

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11 A.M. Explore the fertile farming region of Kula, where everything from coffee beans to avocados are grown. Oo Farm’s weekday tour includes a fresh-picked lunch.

4:30 P.M. Chill out with hand-churned ice cream from Paia Gelato—go for the Big Island Macadamia Nut Coffee Crunch—and wander downtown Paia’s unique shops.

1:45 P.M. Enjoy the views by driving a stretch of the cliff-hugging Road to Hana—this scenic highway is more than 100 kilometres long.

5:30 P.M. Wind down your day at Hookipa Beach Park. Cheer on the windsurfers or go to the lookout to watch worldclass surfers riding the Pacific waves.

GETTING THERE WestJet flies to Maui 16 times a week from Vancouver and Calgary.

7:30 P.M. Mama’s Fish House is hailed for putting Paia on the state’s food map. Order the catch of the day or the restaurant’s signature stuffed fish dish.

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MOLOKAI Comptant une seule ville principale (Kaunakakai), aucun lampadaire et quelque 7 500 habitants dont 40 pour cent sont natifs d’Hawaï, Molokai offre un style de vie insulaire plus lent. Au lieu des hôtels, vous trouverez des kilomètres de littoral vierge et de forêts denses agrémentées d’éblouissantes chutes et de restaurants simples.

6 h 30 Admirez le fameux lever de soleil sur la côte est par la route panoramique de la vallée de Halawa. Vous y trouverez des endroits où vous arrêter pour prendre des photos et profiter pleinement de la vue.

7 h 30 Arrêtez-vous au Mana’e Goods & Grindz, un marché-restaurant familial de Pukoo, et commandez un petit-déjeuner américain ou un plat traditionnel (riz, poulet et salade).

8 h 45 Les centaines de cocotiers près de Kapuaiwa Coconut Grove (un point d’intérêt de l’île) ont été plantés dans les années 1860 lors du règne du roi Kamehameha V. 9 h 30 Rendez-vous à Church Row, en face du boisé de cocotiers. Ses sept mini-églises du 19e siècle furent fondées par des missionnaires.

10 h Promenez-vous sur l’avenue Kaunakakai’s Ala

Malama et jetez un œil à l’artisanat local de Kalele Bookstore & Divine Expressions et aux articles mode d’Imports Gift Shop.

pour flâner et contempler les vagues. C’est aussi l’un des meilleurs endroits pour regarder le coucher du soleil.

11 h 30 Visitez Palaau State Park et marchez vers le point de vue de Kalaupapa pour admirer le panorama spectaculaire sur la péninsule depuis les falaises.

19 h Goûtez aux crevettes citron et miel et au crabe haole épicé au Paddlers Restaurant and Bar, nouveau centre culinaire névralgique de Molokai. De plus, on y donne des concerts le soir.

13 h 15 Goûtez à des noix de macadamia fraîches et admirez la plantation Purdy’s All-Natural Macadamia Nut Farm. Rendez-vous au café de la plantation Coffees of Hawaii pour faire le plein de café en grains et de provisions pour un pique-nique.

15 h Papohaku Beach, une plage de sable doré de cinq kilomètres, est parfaite

21 h 30 Faites la queue au comptoir de nuit de Kanemitsu’s Bakery & Coffee Shop pour savourer un pain chaud Molokai juste sorti du four, au fromage à la crème, à la confiture ou à la cannelle. Cette création a valu au boulanger George Kanemitsu une place en demi-finale pour le Prix James Beard en 2018.

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HONOLULU Honolulu et ses quartiers animés se font très bien à pied, et il y a plus à voir que le quartier de Waikiki et les centres d’achats du centre-ville. L’art urbain et les microbrasseries du quartier industriel-chic de Kakaako et les maisons et jardins majestueux de Manoa reflètent le multiculturalisme des gens qui ont construit Honolulu.

15 h Sûrement l’un des quartiers les plus cool de la ville, Kakaako éclabousse avec ses murales éclatantes. Admirez ces créations colorées lors d’une visite autonome. (consultez les cartes au powwowworldwide.com.)

6 h Attendez l’ouverture de la barrière pour monter à Diamond Head, vous aurez accès à l’une des meilleures vues d’Oahu au lever du soleil.

16 h 30 Rejoignez la scène animée de Honolulu Beerworks, et commandez un bretzel bavarois moelleux et une Kewalo’s Cream Ale.

8 h Au Koko Head Cafe à Kaimuki, la chef Lee Anne Wong prépare des combinaisons créatives comme le petit-déjeuner bruschetta, fruits, yaourt aux noix macadamia et œufs ‘volcano’ au four avec saucisse portugaise.

9 h 30 Les eaux calmes de Ala Moana Beach Park sont parfaites pour une leçon de surf chez Let’s Surf HI.

11 h Une promenade au marché d’Oahu dans le quartier chinois vous fera visiter tous les pays d’Asie.

12 h 30 Dégustez le sublime sandwich banh mi avec trempette French-Pho de chez The Pig and the Lady et savourez le mélange parfait de pointe de poitrine, sauce hoisin et bouillon pho.

13 h 30 Visitez le grandiose lonani Palace, ancienne résidence des derniers monarques d’Hawaï. Ce palais orné a entièrement été remis à neuf et contient le mobilier d’époque original.

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18 h 30 Le coucher du soleil de Waikiki en vaut la peine. Savourez des mets locaux au son d’une musique hawaïenne tout en regardant le soleil disparaître au House Without A Key. 21 h Expérimentez la vie nocturne de Honolulu au Bevy, un bar à cocktails très populaire, connu pour ses mélanges inventifs.

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PAIA, MAUI À la fois le repaire des surfeurs décontractés et des bohèmes modernes, le minivillage de Paia sur la rive nord de Maui déborde de boutiques originales et de restaurants à voir, tandis que les fermes et les producteurs artisanaux des environs attirent les passionnés de cuisine.

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7 h 30 Rien ne représente mieux Paia que les cours de yoga sur la plage de Yoga Shala Mauia au lever du soleil .

9 h Au Paia Inn, buvez votre café sur une chaise longue dans l’herbe et sustentezvous avec un parfait ou un toast à l’avocat au Vana, le restaurant de l’hôtel.

9 h 45 Immergez-vous dans l’ambiance country de Makawo. Les façades historiques des bâtiments de ce minuscule village ont

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l’air tout droit sorties d’un film de cowboy. Magasinez parmi le choix éclectique de boutiques et goûtez aux beignets sur bâtonnet de T. Komoda Store & Bakery.

11 h Explorez la région agricole fertile de Kula, où tout pousse, des grains de café aux avocats. En semaine, un lunch fraîchement cueilli est compris dans la visite de la ferme Oo. 13 h 45 Appréciez le panorama en voiture sur la route vers Hana, longeant la falaise.

16 h 30 Rafraîchissez-vous avec une crème glacée artisanale de Paia Gelato (essayez la Big Island Macadamia Nut Coffee Crunch) et magasinez dans les boutiques uniques du centre-ville.

17 h 30 Savourez votre fin de votre journée au Hookipa Beach Park. Encouragez les véliplanchistes ou allez voir des surfeurs de classe internationale chevaucher les vagues du Pacifique.

19 h 30 Le restaurant Mama’s Fish House est connu pour avoir mis Paia sur la carte de l'État. Prenez le poisson du jour, ou encore le poisson farci, la spécialité de la maison.

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THE OKANAGAN Known for mild temperatures and rounded mountains separated by long lakes, the Okanagan Valley in B.C.’s interior offers a diverse winter escape with outdoor adventure, food and wine, and family fun. Base yourself in Vernon, a small city close to the tourmaline waters of Kalamalka Lake—considered one of the world’s prettiest—and just a 30-minute drive north of Kelowna International Airport.

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in Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park. If you’re visiting in February, don’t miss the Vernon Winter Carnival taking place Feb. 7 to 16, 2020.

A 25-minute drive northeast of Vernon brings outdoor enthusiasts to SilverStar Mountain Resort, where a cheery, Victorian-style village greets guests. B.C.’s third largest ski area is known for its all-natural snowfall that covers wide cruisers, gentle glades and bumped-up black diamond runs on the backside.

Woven through the village is a separate network of multi-use trails for fat bikes, snowshoes and skinny skis. In fact, SilverStar’s 55 kilometres of groomed and track-set trails connect with neighbouring Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre and its

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50 km of cross-country paths, to make the combined network B.C.’s largest trail system for Nordic skiers.

After working up a thirst, wine tour along the Scenic Sip Trail and sample everything from pinot auxerrois to merlot. There are eight wineries in Lake Country, south of Vernon, open in winter (check websites for hours). Or, sign up for Vernon’s new Okanagan Foodie Tour, a three-hour walking tour that passes painted murals downtown and visits businesses with artisan-crafted foods, as well as three restaurants that feature local, seasonal cuisine.

The region’s bounty is also on display every week at the Vernon Indoor Farmer’s Market at Kal Tire Place. Shop for apples, root vegetables and farm fresh eggs all winter.

For outdoor adventurers, B.C.’s Powder Highway, a circular route through the Kootenay Rockies that includes eight alpine ski resorts, is a must-do. Nestled in the Columbia Mountains just a two-hour drive from Kelowna, Revelstoke Mountain Resort earns its place as a Powder Highway powerhouse. Boasting the continent’s longest vertical drop and terrain that encompasses expert chutes and alpine bowls, Canada’s newest ski resort is also one of its gnarliest.

It receives 10.5 metres of snow annually and even holds the Canadian record for snowfall in a single season (24 metres!).

But newbies shouldn’t let Revelstoke’s reputation for steep and deep scare them away. Beginner and intermediate skiers can now access easy runs mid-mountain thanks to the Stellar Chair, a new fixedgrip quad. The new chairlift opens up four green runs and two blue runs high up, to help learners progress from the base to the summit.

Rounding out the Revelstoke experience is a refined village base with ski-in ski-out accommodations at The Sutton Place Hotel, which features full-service condo units and upscale amenities including a spa.

Dial down the altitude a notch at your next stop on the Powder Highway: Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. Close to Golden in the Purcell Mountains, Kicking Horse soars up 1,359 metres and is spread over 3,500 acres of bowls and steeps routinely covered in fluffy powder snow.

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Last season the Horse opened new alpine zones in its Ozone and Middle Ridge areas, which made Freeride World Tour terrain open to advanced skiers and riders.

Those seeking an even more epic experience can carve powder eights on vast tracts of untouched snow accessed right from the resort with Purcell Heli-Skiing.

Your last stop on the Powder Highway is located in the Lizard Range of the Canadian

Rockies. Fernie Alpine Resort is beloved as much for its historic downtown as for its challenging terrain and consistent powder.

It’s not unusual for 11 metres of light “blower” snow to fall each season, blanketing the five alpine bowls in soft layers of hero snow.

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LEFT TO RIGHT Dusty’s Bar & BBQ at Creekside; Christine’s on Blackcomb; Snowridge Circle development in Whistler.

Heli-Skiing and drop in to a swath of virgin wilderness that includes 173 glaciers.

There are multiple on-mountain restaurants for refueling, and one of the best for views is Christine’s on Blackcomb. At day’s end, check out the après-ski scene in the village. The vibe rocks on the patio at the Garibaldi Lift Company in Whistler Village, and Dusty’s Bar & BBQ at Creekside is famous for its Caesars. Whistler is also part of the BC Ale Trail with three craft breweries and numerous pubs serving regional brews.

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THE ISLAND While skiers are hunting powder stashes on the mainland, adventure seekers clad in rubber boots and Gore-Tex head to Vancouver Island. Between November and March, violent storms pound the island’s west coast and the seasonal deluge of wind, rain and crashing waves has spawned a new pastime: storm watching. Ground zero for this thrilling activity is Ucluelet, a fishing village wedged between Pacific Rim National Park and the Wild Pacific Trail.

Cozy up by the fire in your hotel room with a glass of wine to watch nature’s fury, or dress for the weather and tackle the Wild Pacific Trail. This nine-km network of paths winds through an ancient rainforest, over a bog studded with dwarf trees, and past the mighty ocean where lookouts afford a prime view of the storm (stay on the trail—the rocks are slippery and the waves

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are bigger than they look). Smell the fresh air, splash in puddles and reconnect with the great outdoors.

When your nature cup is full, head to Victoria, the province’s colourful capital located at the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Relish the contrast between wild coast and civilized city as you wander around an illuminated Butchart Gardens, pop in to the Bay Centre for shopping amid 50 decorated Christmas trees, or browse tidy streets lined with bakeries, tea rooms and boutiques.

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hen the Eagles released “Take It Easy” in 1972, few people would have predicted the impact it would have on a sleepy Navajo County city called out in its lyrics: Well, I'm standing on a corner in Winslow, Arizona, such a fine sight to see, it's a girl, my Lord, in a flat-bed Ford, slowin' down to take a look at me.

Winslow, located about 95 kilometres east of Flagstaff, welcomes upwards of 100,000 visitors annually—more than 10 times its population—thanks in part to the classic rock and roll song. Every fall, this city, which is located on equally iconic Route 66, hosts the Standin’ On The Corner Festival.

At this two-day, live-music event, you can bet that a certain classic tune will be played.

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uand les Eagles ont sorti Take It Easy en 1972, peu auraient prédit l’impact de la chanson sur la petite ville engourdie du comté de Navajo, nommée dans les paroles : Je suis au coin de la rue à Winslow, en Arizona, et je vois une belle apparition, c'est une fille, mon Dieu, dans un camion Ford, qui ralentit pour mieux me regarder (traduction libre).

Située à 95 kilomètres à l’est de Flagstaff, sur l’emblématique Route 66, Winslow accueille jusqu’à 100 000 visiteurs par an, soit plus de 10 fois sa population, en partie grâce au succès de cette chanson de rock classique. En automne, la ville organise également le festival de musique Standin’ On The Corner, événement de deux jours, où vous pouvez être sûrs d’entendre un certain air classique.

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While it was a song that established Winslow in popular culture, it was the train that first put it on the map. In the late 1800s, trains on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway line had no sleeping or dining cars, so Winslow became a pit stop where people could get off the train and grab a bite to eat.

Route 66 rolled out in 1926, with a stretch passing through the city and, just four years later, the grand La Posada resort opened.

Considered one of the finest hotels in the Southwest, it hosted guests such as Amelia Earhart, Clark Gable, Albert Einstein and Franklin D. Roosevelt. As rail travel dwindled in the late 1940s and ’50s, Winslow began to fade into obscurity. La Posada closed down and the building was later gutted and turned into offices.

By the 1960s, auto-touring was booming and Route 66 attracted those seeking the freedom of the open road. Jackson Browne was one of them. In an interview with Uncut magazine, the singersongwriter said he started to write “Take It Easy” while driving a beat-up Willys Jeep through Utah and Arizona.

On his return, he played the partially completed song to his friend, Glenn Frey, who was working on an album with his new band, the Eagles. Frey asked if the Eagles could record the song when it was done and Browne told Frey to “Just finish it.”

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& Roll Hall of Fame’s “Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll.”

Winslow leaned on Route 66 for tourism, but the construction of Interstate 40 and the arrival of a bypass in 1979 hurt the city economically. As Browne and Frey’s stars were rising, Winslow was being left in the dust, destined only to live on in the verse of a song.

Fortunately, it was not just any song, it was the ultimate American road-trip anthem. Thanks to Browne and the Eagles, nobody could forget the name Winslow, and, by the 1990s, locals had decided it was time to transform the city into a destination.

Thanks to a group of volunteers, the corner of West 2nd Street and North Kinsey Avenue—located on the original Route 66—was designated Standin’ On The Corner Park in 1999. An impressive mural depicting a woman in a red pickup truck, a fictionalized version of the vehicle in the song, was created.

Leaning against a streetlamp is a life-size bronze statue of a 1970s musician, a character inspired by Browne, but who everybody just calls Easy.

Today, visitors make the journey to Winslow to do one thing: simply stand on the corner.

Across from the park, a busy gift shop sells commemorative souvenirs of both Route 66 and the Eagles, while a vehicle out front bears the licence plate TAK T EZ. Just a couple of doors down, RelicRoad Brewing Company buzzes with chatty diners

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sampling local beer amid vintagecar decor—its grilled cheese sandwich is called Take It Cheesy.

The La Posada was saved from demolition, too. The protected building is now restored to its former glory and houses a hotel, art gallery and museum.

Winslow also has the Eagles’ approval. When the mural was damaged by a fire in 2004, the band donated a signed guitar to be raffled off to pay for the cost of repairs. When Glenn Frey died in 2016, a statue dedicated to him was swiftly installed on the street alongside Easy.

“I grew up here—my parents had a shop on Route 66, so I’ve seen it change,” says Tommy Butler, vice-president of the Standin’ on The Corner Foundation, the volunteers dedicated to preserving Winslow’s lyrical legacy. “The park resonates with people,” he adds. “It’s so international; we have people coming from every corner of the world.”

From all corners to this one corner, music fans, railroad enthusiasts and Route 66 followers all congregate. And, it seems, the people of Winslow have found a place to proudly stand.

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Si la chanson a fait entrer Winslow dans la culture populaire, c’est le train qui l’a d’abord fait connaître.

Vers la fin des années 1800, il était impossible de dormir ou de manger à bord des trains sur les lignes de chemin de fer Atchison, Topeka et Santa Fe. Les gens descendaient donc à Winslow pour se restaurer.

Quatre ans après la construction de la Route 66, qui passait par Winslow, ce fut l’ouverture du superbe complexe touristique La Posada. Considéré comme l’un des

plus beaux hôtels du Sud-Ouest, on comptait parmi ses clients Amelia Earhart, Clark Gable, Albert Einstein et Franklin D. Roosevelt. Alors que la popularité des voyages en train diminua vers la fin des années 40 et 50, celle de Winslow aussi. La Posada ferma ses portes et le complexe fut transformé en bureaux.

Dans les années 60, le tourisme automobile était florissant et la Route 66 attirait les voyageurs en quête de liberté sur la route.

Jackson Browne faisait partie du lot.

Dans une entrevue avec le magazine Uncut, l’artiste raconte qu’il commença à écrire Take It Easy à bord d’une vieille Willys Jeep sur les routes de l’Utah et de l’Arizona. À son retour, il fit écouter la chanson incomplète à son ami Glenn Frey, qui travaillait sur un album avec son nouveau groupe, les Eagles. Frey lui demanda si les Eagles pourraient la jouer une fois terminée et Browne lui conseilla de « la finir ». On connaît la suite.

Premier simple des Eagles, elle est devenue l’une des « chansons ayant façonné le rock’n’roll » du Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

La Route 66 stimula le tourisme à Winslow, mais la construction de l’Interstate 40 et d’une déviation en 1979 nuisit à l’économie de la ville.

Alors que la popularité de Browne et de Frey grandissait, Winslow déclinait et ne vivait plus que dans le couplet d' une chanson.

Heureusement, ce n’était pas n’importe quelle chanson, c’était l’hymne américain ultime du road trip. Grâce à Browne et aux Eagles, personne ne pouvait oublier le nom de Winslow, et en 1990, les habitants décidèrent de faire de leur ville une destination recherchée.

Un groupe de bénévoles fit changer le nom de l’intersection West 2nd Street et North Kinsey Avenue, l’ancienne Route 66, pour Standin’ On The Corner Park en 1999. On réalisa une impressionnante murale représentant une femme dans une camionnette rouge, leur version du véhicule de la chanson. Accotée à un réverbère se trouve une statue de bronze gran-

deur nature à l’effigie d’un musicien des années 70, inspirée par Browne, que tout le monde appelle « Easy ».

Les touristes visitent Winslow juste pour se tenir sur ce coin de rue.

En face du parc, près d’un camion à plateau Ford portant la plaque TAK T EZ, une boutique de cadeaux vend des souvenirs de la Route 66 et des Eagles. On entend le bruit des conversations à la Relic Road Brewing Company, qui propose des bières locales dans un décor de voitures d’époque (au menu : le sandwich au fromage fondu Take It Cheesy). On empêcha aussi la démolition de La Posada. Le bâtiment protégé fut reconstitué et abrite un hôtel, une galerie d’art et un musée.

Winslow peut compter sur l’appui des Eagles. Quand le feu détruisit une partie de la murale en 2004, le groupe fit tirer une guitare signée pour payer le coût des réparations. À la mort de Glenn Frey en 2016, on installa une statue à son image sur la rue aux côtés d’Easy. « J’ai grandi ici. Mes parents avaient un magasin sur la Route 66 et j’ai vu les changements », dit Tommy Butler, vice-président de la fondation Standin’ on The Corner, qui s’emploie à préserver l’héritage lyrique de Winslow. « Il y a tant de gens au parc, ajoute-t-il. L’ambiance est internationale, les gens proviennent du monde entier. » Provenant de partout, les mélomanes et les passionnés de train et de la Route 66 se rassemblent tous à ce coin de rue. Il semble que gens de Winslow aient trouvé un endroit pour exprimer leur fierté.

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WHAT TO SEE: Let the healing that comes with being in nature begin as you ascend the Cross Trail Loop, an easy hike in the city of Palm Desert that features a 600-foot-tall cross at its midpoint. Not only can you take in the beauty of the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto mountains, you’ll also be rewarded with views of Greater Palm Springs below and Joshua Tree National Park beyond. Equally worthy of a visit are the striking multi-coloured stone walls of Painted Canyon, south of Coachella.

WHERE TO PLAY: Invigorate your body with a tennis match at one of the world’s most famous sports and entertainment venues: The Indian Wells Tennis Gardens.

Open year-round to the public, the Gardens offer amateur players a chance to rally where the pros do. You can also get a thrill by catching one of their premier sporting events, such as the BNP Paribas Open in March.

WHAT TO EAT: For plant-based food that nourishes the body and doesn’t compromise one bit on flavour, a meal at Chef Tanya’s Kitchen in Palm Springs is a must. Tuck into the crowdfavourite El Cubano sandwich—or try one of the hearty and colourful salads on the menu. For fine-dining and a farm-to-fork experience, savour a meal at Miramonte Indian Wells Resort & Spa’s signature restaurant, Citrus & Palm.

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WHAT TO SEE: Zoom through the twisted canyons of the San Andreas Fault or stargaze like you never have before—the choice is yours with Desert Adventures Red Jeep tours in

Hiking along Mount San Jacinto

Palm Desert. Curious to see more? Ride the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, the largest rotating tram car in the world, along the cliffs of Chino Canyon and more than 8,500 feet up to the Mountain Station, where a museum, restaurants, an observation deck and 50-plus miles of hiking trails await.

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Feels like home For those considering a permanent address in Greater Palm Springs, the versatile Andalusia Country Club shouldn’t be overlooked. Surrounded by the Santa Rosa Mountains, this Spanish-style resort community in La Quinta is known for its stunning views, packed resort event calendar and ease of access to the natural wonders of the area.

Considered a premier golf destination, La Quinta is a stone’s throw away from prime amenities, such as fine dining establishments, luxury shops and world-class entertainment.

WHERE TO PLAY: Try something new at Desert Willow Golf Resort in Palm Desert, where they offer footgolf—half golf, half soccer—played on an 18-hole course. In the

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WHERE TO STAY: Hike, bike, golf, swim and more at La Quinta Resort & Club. This upscale hideaway, featuring haciendastyle casitas, makes it easy to embrace the beauty of the area. Find your centre with an outdoor or indoor yoga class, rent a bike to pedal one of the Desert Willow Golf Resort

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WHAT TO SEE: Since Greater Palm Springs is famous for its midcentury modern aesthetic don’t miss a visit to Sunnylands Center & Gardens in Rancho Mirage, an estate known as “America’s Midcentury Masterpiece.” If, after your visit, you’re inspired to create a masterpiece of your own, visit Old Town Artisan Studios in La Quinta, which offers classes in pottery and more.

WHERE TO PLAY: Galleries and Kimpton Rowan

museums abound throughout Greater Palm Springs. The new Gerald Patrick Art Studio, in Palm Springs, is a standout, showcasing its namesake artist’s brash use of colour and form in many mediums. For high-end shopping, visit the El Paseo shopping district in Palm Desert, where you’ll find an impressive roster of stores and boutiques, including Gail Jewelers, which crafts gorgeous diamond and custom pieces that are truly timeless.

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Curaçao: Feel it for yourself.

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Discover 35 captivating cove beaches, endless coral reefs and unrivalled traditional European architecture.

If you’re looking for a sunny vacation with culture, delicious cuisine and history, Curaçao is your perfect vacation destination.

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Curaçao est une destination caribéenne qui vous procure un sentiment de liberté. Découvrez 35 plages fascinantes entourées d’anses, des récifs coralliens à l’infini et une architecture européenne traditionnelle exceptionnelle. Si des vacances sous le soleil à la découverte de culture, de cuisine délicieuse et d’histoire vous font envie, Curaçao est la destination parfaite.

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DENVER, COLO. visit to the Mile High City—its official elevation is exactly one mile above sea level—wouldn’t be complete without a serving of smoky green chilies; a regional favourite found on hamburgers, in omelettes, on savoury pasties and ladled onto burritos. Once you’ve

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Signature experience Not too long ago, Union Station mainly housed trains, but a makeover has given the downtown depot new purpose. Today, this landmark space is a testament to Denver’s growth and its booming food and drink scene. Lined with restaurants and shops, the station’s Grand Hall is filled with comfy chairs where guests can relax with a shake, malt or an ice cream from Milkbox Ice Creamery, or a hearty pasta dish from celebrated chef Alex Seidel’s Mercantile. If you’re staying on-site at the Crawford Hotel, wake up and hit Snooze, a popular pancake joint.

GETTING THERE WestJet flies to Denver three times a week from Calgary.

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AROUND THE CLOCK BREAKFAST The Universal might look unassuming on the outside, but it’s one of Denver’s top morning hangouts. Expect lineups on the weekend, but the wild boar scramble is worth the wait.

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Elevated and easygoing Acorn Dress up, or down, for dinner at this popular spot in The Source, a complex that features a hotel and two massive market halls. Acorn was one of Denver’s first restaurants to really push culinary boundaries and, even after switching head chefs, its cuisine remains innovative in cooking techniques and flavours, with dishes that are still perfectly executed. Try the wagyu beef tartare, the popular black pepper and Gouda pork rinds and the unforgettable kale salad. The cocktail menu features drinks that go from zero-proof to alcohol-forward.

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PLACES TO SIT & SIP From craft beer to artisan spirits, much of Denver’s booze is made in the state. Many of the city’s bars and restaurants showcase local producers by serving microbrews and mixing well-balanced cocktails featuring homegrown ingredients.

Tamayo For an authentic Mexican experience, this vibrant downtown noshery—run by chef and restaurateur Richard Sandoval—hits all the right culinary notes. The restaurant is located on historic Larimer Square, one of the city’s prettiest streets. Order the succulent white mole on grilled chicken with sweet plantains, or a pile of the street tacos topped with grilled skirt steak, beef cecina, Mexican chorizo, asadero cheese or grilled nopales. A taco cart even comes directly to the table for groups of four or more. Be sure to pair your meal with a tangy prickly pear margarita.

LUNCH If your group can’t agree on lunch, Avanti Food & Beverage is the answer.

This food hall boasts seven casual spots serving everything from fried chicken sandwiches to French bistro fare.

DINNER With the Hearth & Dram’s rotating menu, you can dig into dishes such as the grilled Colorado lamb with a side of housemade Hawaiian rolls or Oak Grilled Steelhead Trout served with summer squash.

Ratio Beerworks Denver is known for its craft-beer scene and innovative brewmasters, and this lively spot is proof of that. Led by Jason zumBrunnen, a talented and inventive brewmaster, Ratio Beerworks has a solid lineup of brews, such as the King of Carrot Flowers, made with elderflower and fresh-pressed carrot juice.

It also has a huge patio, which is the perfect place to taste a flight, or two.

Sweet Stops Indulge in these high-altitude treats Head to Steuben’s, Ace Eat Serve or Vesta to find treats by pastry chef extraordinaire Nadine Donovan. The orange creamsicle push pop and fried apple pie with Frosted Flakes at Steuben’s are crowd favourites.

For small-batch frozen treats, visit Sweet Action Ice Cream and order the salted butterscotch. If you’re looking for something totally off the wall, you’ll find creations such as Mexican Fried Ice Cream, served with chocolate and exploding whipped cream, at The Inventing Room.

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Family Jones Spirit House Every pour on the menu at this bar and restaurant is made in-house, including the spirits, liqueurs and syrups. Try a Colorado Sour, made with bourbon, rosemary, amaretto, lemon and egg white.

Brass Tacks Located in what was once the Blake Street Vault, this spot combines the relaxed attitude of a dive bar with the service and quality of a classy cocktail joint. On the menu, you’ll find local beer, cold-brew coffee and bottled craft cocktails.

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FOOD FACT ANTIGUA’S NATIONAL DISH IS FUNGEE, A POLENTA-LIKE CORNMEAL DISH OFTEN SERVED WITH A SPICY MEAT SOUP OR SALT-FISH.

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Was it hard transitioning to a Caribbean style of cooking?

The availability of ingredients here has pushed me to be more creative. I joke that I could write a book now on 101 things to do with pumpkin. Being in contact and really hands-on with smaller suppliers who grow [produce] on the island has a lot more soul to it compared to calling up a wholesaler and ticking off boxes.

What’s your favourite menu item?

An oven-baked mahi mahi with comte and pretzel crust—the strong salty, cheesy, pretzel butter crust goes so well with the creamy cauliflower purée and charred leeks that we serve it with.

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Award-winning chef Simon Christey-French is savouring island life, and being flexible. erched on the cliffs overlooking the aquamarine waters of Antiqua’s Ffryes Bay, Sheer Rocks is one of the hottest dining experiences on the island.

Sure, the view is jaw-dropping, the plunge pool is Instagram-worthy and the cocktail list has 21 gin drinks alone, but it’s Simon ChristeyFrench’s Mediterranean-style food with Caribbean influences that is drawing diners.

Being head chef at a small restaurant in Antigua is not something Christey-French envisioned for himself, but he couldn’t be happier paying tribute to the local culture with his exceptional seafood dishes and elaborate meals.

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After winning Young Chef of the Year in the UK in 2007, he went from cooking in Michelin-starred restaurants in London to being Richard Branson’s private chef on Necker Island. Following a stint as chef de cuisine at the Pink Sands Club in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, he came to Antigua.

Christey-French says that he aims to give diners a sense of place, so 80 per cent of the ingredients at Sheer Rocks are locally sourced.

“I’ve had to adapt my menu to local styles,” he says. “And availability of ingredients means that I've become somewhat flexible—if I swap my grouper for snapper, nobody’s going to complain that it’s too fresh.”

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The average dish costs around US$30.

Decor The shabby-chic feel includes furnishings made using materials found on the island.

Signature Dish The Seared King Scallops & Sticky Pork Belly with pumpkin and beetroot.

Coc ktail Wash your meal down with the Old-Fashioned Rum Punch, made from a top-secret local recipe.

How are you inspired?

I’m inspired by the great team I work with, as well as the local producers and fishermen. One of our best-selling dishes is a creamy and aromatic spicy coconut fish curry; it’s a recipe from one of our sous chefs.

What are some challenges?

In the Caribbean, every rule is very flexible. Things don’t ever run on time. People aren’t always reliable.

Minutes before service, with a full restaurant, your fish supplier might not turn up. You always have to have a Plan B and a Plan C. How much joy does working here bring you?

Every day, I walk down the steps to the restaurant, which has 180-degree ocean views. I’m still taking photos of sunsets. The staff tease me, saying: “Haven’t you seen enough sunsets?” But I never get tired of that view. —Lola Augustine Brown

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Cuba is a classic.

Cuba, un classique.

With more than 300 white sandy beaches lapped by turquoise seas, Cuba is perfect for a winter getaway. But there’s more to this Caribbean island than just sand and sun. Explore the lush forests, hang out with some crocodiles in the marshlands, wander forgotten coffee plantations or trek through the rugged mountain ranges.

Step back in history and experience all the magic and wonder of Cuba.

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Avec plus de 300 plages de sable blanc baignées par la mer turquoise, Cuba est idéale pour une escapade hivernale. Mais l’île des Caraïbes a bien plus à offrir que du sable et du soleil. Explorez les forêts luxuriantes, croisez des crocodiles dans les marais, déambulez dans les plantations de café oubliées ou faites de la randonnée dans les chaînes de montagnes escarpées. Plongez dans l’histoire et vivez toute la magie et les merveilles de Cuba.

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DRINK UP

A TOAST TO WHISKY his beloved, caramel-hued spirit is most simply defined as distilled beer. But there’s a complex spectrum of production styles and flavours that exists within whisky. The type of grains used—corn, barley, wheat and rye among them—can add a spicy or sweet quality, while aging techniques can offer notes of vanilla and smoke. As you’re cozying up to a fine dram this winter, here are a few whisky facts to keep in mind.

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• 1 oz whisky, bourbon or rye • 1 oz Campari • 1 oz sweet vermouth Method: Stir ingredients in a shaker with ice. Strain into a glass and garnish with an orange peel or cherry.

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Only whisky made in Scotland can be labelled as scotch. While not all whiskies are peated (using grains exposed to peat smoke), scotch is known for having a smoky flavour.

Try: Ardbeg 10 Year Old is rich with notes of coffee and tobacco.

This American style is made with at least 51 per cent corn. Only new, charred oak barrels can be used for aging, and no additional flavourings or colourings are allowed.

Try: Maker’s Mark is a sweeter sipper with hints of spice and oak.

Named for the peppery, spicy grain that provides its flavour, rye is synonymous with Canadian whisky, but is not always its main ingredient, so check labels to verify.

Try: Lot 40 has a bold, spicy palate that is perfect for cocktails.

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REGIONS TO EXPLORE IRELAND Irish whiskey must be made with malted barley, but other unmalted cereal grains can also be used. Compared to Scottish whisky, Irish whiskey is known for being smoother, as it is more commonly (but not exclusively) distilled three times instead of twice.

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SCOTLAND As the largest whisky producer in the world, Scotland has become synonymous with the drink, which is called scotch. The region of Speyside is the country’s most prolific producer and home to Glenlivet, Glenfiddich and the Macallan distilleries.

UNITED STATES The United States is home to the biggest-selling whisky brand in the world, Jack Daniel’s, which produces Tennessee whiskey that’s filtered through charcoal before aging. The country is also known for its bourbon production, which is concentrated in Kentucky.

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CANADA Canada’s whisky industry rose to prominence during the American Civil War and Prohibition, with border cities, such as Windsor, Ont., serving as smuggling hubs.

While corn is often associated with rye, it is more commonly used as the base of Canadian whiskies. —Andrea Yu

WHISK Y VS. WHISKEY Confused by the two spellings? Us‚ too.

Canada and Scotland spell whisky without the “e,” while Ireland and the United States use whiskey.

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POKE BOWL Serves 4 GOCHUJANG AIOLI 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup gochujang paste 2 Tbsp sugar 1 Tbsp tamari 1 Tbsp rice vinegar POKE SAUCE 1/4 cup sweet soy sauce 3 Tbsp tamari 1 Tbsp sesame oil 1 tsp pickled ginger puree POKE + BOWL 1 lb ahi yellowfin tuna, diced 1/2-inch 2 oz lobster meat, cooked and chopped 1 green onion, thinly sliced 1 oz thinly julienned sweet onion 1/2 avocado, diced 1 oz ogo (seaweed), chopped Steamed rice, for serving Chili threads, for garnish

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ISLAND TRADITIONS This iconic dish is a Hawaiian staple.

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diced, marinated fish that is served over steamed rice and topped with other types of seafood, seaweed, special sauces and regional add-ons.

“Almost every restaurant on the islands has poke on their menu,” says Gevin Utrillo, chef de cuisine at Japengo restaurant, in the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa. “You can see, smell and taste the cultural influences. The personality of each chef comes through in their poke.”

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Stir all the aioli ingredients together; set aside. Do the same to make the poke sauce. To make the poke, combine the ahi and lobster, and the onions, avocado and ogo (reserving some or setting aside extra for garnish, if you like), and toss with the poke sauce.

To serve, drizzle some aioli in the bottom of a bowl, top with rice, poke mixture, and your choice of garnishes (onions, avocado and ogo, or whatever inspires you), and top with chili threads.

Tip: Source high-quality fish from a reputable fishmonger or market; ask them what they have that’s suitable for poke.

Tip: Not into seafood? For a plant-based poke, use tofu or blanched vegetables such as cauliflower or mushrooms.

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ersions of poke (pronounced poh-KAY, it’s a Hawaiian word meaning “to slice”) have been around for centuries.

Native Hawaiians would gather seaweed from the reef and sea salt from the rocks as they fished, then dice up their catch.

The poke more commonly made today has been influenced by immigrants from various Asian countries, and is a mixture of raw,

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A true original.

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The all-new Waikiki Beachcomber by Outrigger is a modern oasis just steps from world-famous Waikiki Beach. Each room is inspired by the vibrant energy of the island, and local art is infused throughout to reflect the unique environment and culture of Hawaii. The Waikiki Beachcomber is also home to the farm-to-table brewpub, Maui Brewing Company, and Hawaiian Aroma Caffe. Guests can experience a curated collection of activities, like the Magic of Polynesia show, poolside yoga in the morning, dive-in movies at night, events on the pool deck and rotating art exhibits. Escape and have an adventure in Waikiki.

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Découvrez le tout nouveau Waikiki Beachcomber by Outrigger.

Le tout nouveau Waikiki Beachcomber by Outrigger, véritable oasis moderne, n’est situé qu’à quelques pas de la célèbre Waikiki Beach. Chaque chambre reflète l’énergie vibrante de l’île et l’art local se dévoile ici et là, témoignage de l’environnement et de la culture uniques d’Hawaii. C’est également à l’hôtel Waikiki Beachcomber que l’on retrouve la brasserie artisanale Maui Brewing Company et l’Hawaiian Aroma Caffe.

Les invités peuvent profiter d’une collection d’activités choisies avec soin comme le spectacle Magic of Polynesia, le yoga matinal au bord de la piscine, le ciné-piscine en soirée, les événements sur la terrasse de la piscine et les expositions artistiques présentées en rotation. Évadez-vous et vivez l’aventure à Waikiki.

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HAWAII PAPAYA Kids in Hawaii call it “bowl fruit” fill it with just about anything fresh fruit, yogurt, chicken salad, even your favorite ice cream!

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Nicknamed the “Valley Isle,” Maui is the second largest Hawaiian Island. It boasts beautiful beaches, outdoor adventure and unique cultural offerings. Maui’s Kaanapali Beach Hotel, located on its western shore, is widely considered the state’s “Most Hawaiian Hotel.” Kaanapali offers unique activities that explore the rich culture and history of Hawaii including its new outrigger canoe tour. Under the guidance of experienced Maui watermen, the tour takes you north across the shimmering ocean surface. As you paddle, guides give insight into the history of Hawaiian culture. Tours are offered daily

with a maximum of five guests, but don’t be surprised if you’re joined briefly by a different type of Hawaiian visitor—in season, whales are known to breech nearby to say “aloha” to passing paddlers.

The waters that surround Maui are more than a picturesque setting for a canoe tour, they’re also central to Hawaiian culture as a whole. Learn more about the ocean’s role in Hawaiian life through Kaanapali’s Ethnoecology course, just one of several courses led by the hotel’s cultural specialists who know and love Hawaii’s unique history. You can also check out the Instruments course and try

WAA CANOE PHOTOS BY ZAK NOYLE; WHALE AND UKULELE PHOTO COURTESY OF KA’ANAPALI BEACH RESORT; PAPAYA STUDIO-DATSUZOKU/ISTOCK

Vitamin-Rich Superfood

ADVERTISING FEATURE • HAWAII

3 Fun Facts About Hawaii Papaya Learn more about this delicious superfood

your hand at traditional instruments or get to strumming on a ukulele in the Music and Ukulele course. Those looking to get in the groove in a different way can try the hotel’s hula class.

The quintessential Hawaii experience doesn’t end there, with Kaanapali offering even more cultural activities, ranging in focus from storytelling to traditional lei-making and beyond, giving guests a chance to understand the wonders that have made Hawaii the awe-inspiring destination it is today.

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Hawaii Grown

There are four varieties of papaya grown in Hawaii, the Kapoho Solo, Sunrise, Laie Gold and Rainbow. Grown on the Big Island, the Rainbow Papaya is Hawaii’s principal variety.

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Safe From Disease

Rainbow Papaya has been genetically engineered to be resistant to the destructive papaya ringspot virus. Without biotechnology, there would be little — if any — papaya grown in Hawaii today.

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Fill it Up!

In Hawaii, papaya is known as “bowl fruit.”

Its unique shape means it doubles as its own bowl. Scoop out the seeds and fill it up with sweet treats — think fruit salad, yogurt or ice cream — or opt for savoury items such as chicken salad, rice and more.

Learn more at hawaiipapaya.com

b o nj o ur

Hawaiʻi

maui, hawaiʻi www.kbhmaui.com 1-800-262-8450

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PICTURE PERFECT

AN ALTERNATE VIEW Each month, we publish an Instagram photo taken by one of our readers and ask what inspired them to capture that moment. Tag @westjetmagazine in your shots of WestJet destinations for a chance to be featured.

@meghan.neufeld

WHITBY STREET IN LONDON, ENGLAND Shot using an iPhone 8 Plus.

WHAT MAKES THIS PHOTO GREAT? “The rich colour of the street art brings life, while a moving subject offers energy. By cropping the image the way I have … it creates depth and draws you in.”

TIP: “Alter your viewpoint. Sometimes simply taking a photo from close to the ground, rather than at head height, will take your typical photo to the next level.”

@westjetmagazine

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GETTING THERE WestJet flies to London 11 times a week from Calgary and Toronto.

Discover ancient civilizations in your flip-flops.

In Riviera Maya you’ll discover ancient ruins right on the beach. But the adventure doesn’t end there. With lush jungles, towering waterfalls and underground rivers, nature puts on quite a show as well.

Book your trip today.

Découvrez les civilisations anciennes en sandales. À Riviera Maya, vous découvrirez d’anciens vestiges directement sur la plage. Mais l’aventure ne s’arrête pas là. La nature se pare de ses plus beaux atours avec ses jungles luxuriantes, ses imposantes chutes d’eau et ses rivières souterraines.

Réservez votre voyage dès aujourd’hui.

Seasonal start and end dates may apply.

Des dates de services saisonniers peuvent s’appliquer.

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Transforming British Columbia’s Landscape by Delivering Unique Structures, One Client at a Time.

Design Build General Contracting Construction Management A TRUSTED PARTNER SINCE 1971 For more information please call us at 604-638-1212 or visit our website at www.walesmclelland.com

Save now, pay dearly later DENTAL TOURISM: Discount treatment can be costly The complications created by substandard dental implant treatment and lack of follow-up may last a lifetime.

Dental implant therapy is a popular tooth replacement procedure, and individuals are drawn to tourist destinations by the lure of low-cost dental work. While the price tag may be appealing, going abroad for complex dentistry is risky.

Problems created by dental tourism are rising dramatically. Patients seeking care while on vacation are often returning with loose implants, jawbone and gum infection, sinus problems, nerve and bone damage and poor esthetic results. Low treatment costs abroad are associated with generic, inferior-quality parts, resulting in poor fit, loosening or break-

Canadian Academy of Periodontology

age. When these procedures fail and repairs are required, the initial cost saving is lost and much long-term expense is created.

Periodontists are registered dental specialists who treat gum disease and understand the foundational structures that support teeth and implants. In Canada, dental specialists are strictly regulated, completing three or more years training beyond general dental study. Periodontists are highly trained and practice to a standard of care that may not be matched in foreign locations. Dental practices adhere to stringent sterilization protocols and documentation demanded by Alberta Health.

Before risking vacation dental work, please consult your local dentist or periodontist.

• Failed implant floating in sinus infection

Find a periodontist today by visiting the Alberta Society of Dental Specialists at asds.ca More information: Canadian Academy of Periodontology, cap-acp.ca

FLY · ENVOL

Treating people like people.

Traiter les gens avec égard

We started WestJet with the idea that an airline could succeed by treating people like people. Over the years our guests’ continued loyalty has shown us that our desire to go further, truly makes a difference. As we bring our unique level of service to more guests with new aircraft, products and destinations, what remains is our commitment to ensure that our guests always love where they’re going.

Nous avons fondé WestJet avec l’idée qu’une compagnie aérienne pouvait connaître le succès en traitant les gens avec égard.

Au fil des ans, la fidélité de nos invités nous a montré que notre désir d’aller plus loin fait vraiment la différence. Alors que nous offrons notre niveau de service unique à un plus grand nombre d’invités avec de nouveaux appareils, produits et destinations, ce qui demeure est notre engagement à nous assurer que leur amour du voyage est comblé.

Connect with WestJet at / Suivez WestJet sur : blog.westjet.com • blogue.westjet.com • facebook.com/westjet • twitter.com/westjet • youtube.com/westjet • instagram.com/westjet Send us your feedback: How was your experience? WestJet wants to hear from you. Your feedback allows us to improve our guest experience. westjet.com/feedback The Canadian Transportation Agency wants to make you aware of your rights as a traveller.

And, as a WestJet guest, we want you to know them, too. westjet.com/guestrights

Comment était votre expérience? WestJet veut savoir ce que vous pensez. Vos commentaires nous aident à améliorer notre expérience-invité. westjet.com/commentaires L’Office des transports du Canada veut vous faire connaître vos droits en tant que voyageur.

Comme vous êtes un invité de WestJet, cela nous tient à cœur aussi. westjet.com/droitsdesinvites

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How does it feel?

A

t WestJet, it’s our goal to make air travel something our guests not only enjoy but look forward to.

That’s why it makes sense to us that an airline should never intentionally overbook a flight.

It’s something that we just don’t do. Getting you there on time is important to us as well, that’s why we are proud to be the most on-time airline in Canada.* We know we have made a difference in the air travel experience of Canadians and our guests because in 2019 we were named Canada’s most trusted airline; as well as voted Canada’s best airline and the winner of the Travellers’ Choice Award by Trip Advisor, for the third year in a row.** To celebrate some of these distinctions, our team used our latest advertising campaign to demonstrate how WestJet is different by playfully showing how travel can feel when other airlines don’t treat people with the same care that we do.

Yes, sometimes we do have occasional delays— but you can expect to be treated with care when you’re facing some of the uncontrollable stresses of travel. It’s our goal to show you that we are a different airline when it comes to care, and we plan on keeping it that way. We recognize how important and valued that you, our guests, are and are motivated by that thought every day. We hope you enjoy the message, the storytelling and above all, your next journey with us.

Harinder, a friendly WestJetter, greeting guests.

Harinder, une sympatique WestJetter, accueille des invités.

WestJet guests happily waiting to board their aircraft.

Des invités de WestJet attendant joyeusement de monter à bord.

“Our team used our latest advertising campaign to demonstrate how WestJet is different.” *Based on 2018 Cirium on-time arrival performance data, comparing major Canadian airlines. **2018/2017/2016 Canada’s Most Trusted Airline (Gustavson School of Business at the University of Victoria) 2019/2018/2017 Best Airline in Canada (TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards for Airlines) 2019 Winner Among Mid-Sized Airlines in North America (TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards for Airlines).

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Actors portraying other airlines' airport experiences.

Acteurs illustrant des expériences à l'aéroport d'une autre ligne aérienne.

Comment se sent-on?

While we’re on the topic, WestJet’s care extends to all that we do, so we ensured that the few cattle that participated in this campaign were also treated with absolute care. For a behind-the-scenes look go to westjet.com.

Puisque nous abordons ce sujet, l’attitude bienveillante de WestJet est maintenue dans tout ce que nous faisons, alors nous nous sommes assurés que les quelques bovins qui ont participé à cette campagne ont également été traités avec le plus grand soin. Pour un aperçu des coulisses, rendez-vous sur westjet.com.

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hez WestJet, nous avons pour objectif d’offrir à nos invités une expérience de vol qui est non seulement agréable, mais dont ils se réjouissent à l’avance. C’est pourquoi il nous semble logique qu’une compagnie aérienne ne doit jamais intentionnellement faire de surréservation sur un vol, ce que nous ne faisons pas. C’est la raison pour laquelle nous sommes fiers d’être la ligne aérienne la plus ponctuelle au pays.* Nous savons que nous avons fait une différence quant à l’expérience de vol des Canadiens et de nos invités parce qu'en 2019, nous avons été désignés comme transporteur aérien le plus digne de confiance au Canada et avons été choisis comme la meilleure ligne aérienne au pays en plus de recevoir le prix Travellers’ Choice par Trip Advisor pour une troisième année consécutive.** Pour célébrer certaines de ces distinctions, notre équipe s’est servie de notre dernière campagne publicitaire pour illustrer ce qui différencie WestJet en montrant de façon ludique comment se déroule un voyage lorsque d’autres compagnies aériennes ne traitent pas les gens avec le même soin que nous. Oui, nous avons parfois des retards occasionnels, mais vous pouvez vous attendre à être traité avec égard lorsque vous êtes exposé au stress incontrôlable du voyage. Nous voulons vous montrer que nous sommes une ligne aérienne différente en matière de service à la clientèle, et nous avons l’intention de continuer dans cette voie. Parce que vous êtes nos invités, nous reconnaissons votre importance et votre valeur, et c’est ce qui nous motive chaque jour. Nous espérons que ce message, la petite histoire et surtout votre prochain voyage avec nous vous plairont.

« Notre équipe s’est servie de notre dernière campagne publicitaire pour illustrer ce qui différencie WestJet. » * Basé sur les données de performance de ponctualité des arrivées de Cirium pour 2018, comparant les lignes aériennes canadiennes les plus importantes. **2018/2017/2016 : Transporteur aérien le plus digne de confiance au Canada selon la Gustavson School of Business de l’Université de Victoria, 2019/2018/2017 : Meilleure ligne aérienne au Canada (prix Travellers’ Choice de TripAdvisor dans la catégorie transporteurs aériens).

2019 : Gagnante parmi les compagnies aériennes de taille moyenne en Amérique du Nord (prix Travellers’ Choice de TripAdvisor dans la catégorie transporteurs aériens).

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Love where you're going.

Par amour du voyage.

Yellowknife

Whitehorse

Fort St. John

Fort McMurray Grande Prairie

Terrace Prince George

Kamloops

WestJet is pleased to offer service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe. We serve many other destinations through our code-sharing agreements with some great airline partners. Go to westjet.com for details.

Edmonton

Lloy

Calgary Kelowna

Medic Comox Vancouver Lethbridg Penticton Cranbrook Nanaimo Victoria Abbotsford

Portland

WestJet est fière de desservir plus de 100 villes en Amérique du Nord, en Amérique centrale, dans les Caraïbes et en Europe. Nous offrons également de nombreuses autres destinations par le biais de nos accords de partage de codes avec de superbes partenaires aériens.

Rendez-vous à westjet.com pour en savoir plus.

San Francisco Las Vegas Los Angeles Palm Springs Orange County - Anaheim Phoenix Mesa San Diego

Loreto San Jose del Cabo Cabo San Lucas Lihue Honolulu

Maui Kona

Our flights may change. Please visit westjet.com for the latest route and destination info.

Nos vols peuvent changer. Veuillez visiter westjet.com pour les dernières nouvelles sur nos routes et destinations.

Glasgow Dublin London (Gatwick) Paris

Barcelona

ydminster Saskatoon

cine Hat ge

Regina Brandon

Winnipeg

Deer Lake/Corner Brook Gander

Thunder Bay

St. John's Quebec City

Charlottetown Sydney Fredericton Halifax

Moncton

Montreal

Ottawa Kitchener-Waterloo Toronto Hamilton London Windsor

Boston New York (LaGuardia) New York (JFK)

Denver

Nashville Atlanta

Myrtle Beach Bermuda

Austin Houston Tampa

Orlando

Fort Myers Miami Mazatlan

Varadero Merida

Puerto Vallarta Manzanillo Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo

Huatulco

Fort Lauderdale Nassau

Santa Clara Cayo Coco Holguin

Providenciales Cancun Cozumel Puerto Plata Grand Cayman Punta Cana Samana Montego Bay San Juan Belize City Kingston Roatรกn

Aruba Liberia

San Jose

St. Martin Antigua

St. Lucia Barbados Curaรงao Port of Spain

OUR FLEET NOTRE FLOTTE

BOEING 787-9 DREAMLINER

BOEING 767-300

Seats Sièges 320 Engine Moteur GE/GEnx-1B Cruise speed Vitesse de croisière 561 mph/903

Seats Sièges 262 Engine Moteur General Electric CF6-80C2B6 Cruise speed Vitesse de croisière 530

km/h Maximum altitude Altitude maximale 41,000 ft./12,500 m Range Rayon d’action 8,786

mph/850 km/h Maximum altitude Altitude maximale 43,000 ft./13,100 m Range Rayon d’action

miles/14,140 km Wingspan Envergure 197 ft. 4 in./60.17 m Length Longueur 206 ft./63 m Tail

5,904 miles/9,500 km Wingspan Envergure 167 ft./50.9 m Length Longueur 180 ft. 3 in./54.9 m

height Hauteur de la queue 55 ft. 10 in./17.02 m

Tail height Hauteur de la queue 52 ft./15.8 m

BOEING 737 MAX 8

BOEING 737-800NG

Seats Sièges 174 Engine Moteur CFM International LEAP-1B Cruise speed Vitesse de croisière 530

Seats Sièges 174 Engine Moteur GE/Snecma CFM56-7B Cruise speed Vitesse de croisière 530

mph/850 km/h Maximum altitude Altitude maximale 41,000 ft./12,500 m Range Rayon d’action

mph/850 km/h Maximum altitude Altitude maximale 41,000 ft./12,500 m Range Rayon d’action

4,045 miles/6,510 km Wingspan Envergure 117 ft. 10 in./35.92 m Length Longueur 129 ft. 6

3,521 miles/5,667 km Wingspan Envergure 117 ft. 5in./35.8 m Length Longueur 129 ft. 6 in./39.5

in./39.47 m Tail height Hauteur de la queue 40 ft. 4 in./12.3 m

m Tail height Hauteur de la queue 41 ft. 2 in./12.5 m

BOEING 737-700NG

BOEING 737-600NG

Seats Sièges 134 Engine Moteur GE/Snecma CFM56-7B Cruise speed Vitesse de croisière 530

Seats Sièges 113 Engine Moteur GE/Snecma CFM56-7B Cruise speed Vitesse de croisière

mph/850 km/h Maximum altitude Altitude maximale 41,000 ft./12,500 m Range Rayon d’action

530 mph/850 km/h Maximum altitude Altitude maximale 41,000 ft./12,500 m Range Rayon

3,800 miles/6,115 km Wingspan Envergure 117 ft. 5in./35.8 m Length Longueur 110 ft. 4 in./33.6 m

d’action 3,500 miles/5,635 km Wingspan Envergure 112 ft. 7 in./34.3 m Length Longueur 102 ft. 6

Tail height Hauteur de la queue 41 ft. 2 in./12.5 m

in./31.20 m Tail height Hauteur de la queue 41 ft. 2 in./12.5 m

BOMBARDIER Q400 NEXTGEN

SAAB 340B

Seats Sièges 78 Engine Moteur Pratt and Whitney 150A Cruise speed Vitesse de croisière

Seats Sièges 34 Engine Moteur GE CT7-9B Cruise speed Vitesse de croisière 290 mph/467 km/h

414 mph/667 km/h Maximum altitude Altitude maximale 25,000 ft./7,620 m Range Rayon d’action

Maximum altitude Altitude maximale 25,000 ft./7,620 m Range Rayon d’action 1,076 miles/1,732

1,565 miles/2,519 km Wingspan Envergure 93 ft. 3 in./28.4 m Length Longueur 107 ft. 9 in./32.8 m

km Wingspan Envergure 70 ft. 4 in./w1.44 m Length Longueur 64 ft. 9. In./19.73 m Tail height

Tail height Hauteur de la queue 27 ft. 5 in./8.4 m

Hauteur de la queue 22 ft. 11 in./6.97 m Operated by Pacific Coastal Airlines Vols exploités par Pacific Coastal Airlines

SPECIAL LIVERIES LIVRÉES SPÉCIALES In collaboration with Walt Disney Parks & Resorts, we have two custom-painted aircraft. The first features Mickey Mouse as the Sorcerer’s Apprentice and our second features characters from Disney’s Frozen. Nous avons peint deux avions thématiques en association avec Walt Disney, Parks & Resorts. Le premier met en vedette Mickey Mouse en tant que l’Apprenti Sorcier et le second arbore les personnages de La Reine des Neiges de Disney.

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INFLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT DIVERTISSEMENT EN VOL

© 2019 TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX FILM CORPORATION.

INTERNET INTERNET

MOVIES AND MORE FILMS ET PLUS

Supported device types / Types d’appareils compatibles : • Smartphones / Téléphones intelligents • Tablets / Tablettes • Laptops / Ordinateurs portatifs

+

MAC OS 10.12 or newer / MAC OS 10.12 ou version plus récente Windows 10 or newer / Windows 10 ou version plus récente

1

Go to Settings and turn on airplane mode and enable Wi-Fi on your device. Connect to the WestJet Connect hotspot.

Depuis les réglages, activez le mode avion et le Wi-Fi sur votre appareil. Connectez-vous au point d’accès WestJet Connect.

2

Once at cruising altitude, open the WestJet app on your device and tap on “Connect” then “Internet” or open a supported web browser and navigate to westjetconnect.com on any device.

Une fois que l’altitude de croisière est atteinte, ouvrez l’appli WestJet sur votre appareil et touchez « Connect » puis « Internet » ou encore, ouvrez un navigateur Web compatible et naviguez vers westjetconnect.com sur n’importe quel appareil.

3

Supported device types / Types d’appareils compatibles : • iPhone or iPad (iOS11+) / iPhone ou iPad (iOS11 ou version plus récente) • Android version 5.0 + smartphone / Téléphone intelligent (Android version 5.0 ou plus récente)

1

Download the WestJet app (laptop browser playback not supported).

Téléchargez l’appli WestJet (lecture via le navigateur d’un ordinateur portatif non compatible).

2

Go to Settings, turn on airplane mode and enable Wi-Fi on your device. Connect to the WestJet Connect hotspot.

Depuis les réglages, activez le mode avion et le Wi-Fi sur votre appareil. Connectez-vous au point d’accès WestJet Connect.

3

Open the WestJet app on your device and tap on “Entertainment” to watch movies, your favourite TV shows and more.

Ouvrez l’appli WestJet sur votre appareil et touchez « Divertissement » pour regarder des films, vos séries télé préférées et plus encore.

Select the Internet pass you wish to purchase.1 Choisissez l’accès Internet que vous souhaitez acheter.1

TIPS & TROUBLESHOOTING ASTUCES ET DÉPANNAGE • Do you have the latest version of the WestJet app, and latest operating system for your device?

• Avez-vous la dernière version de l’appli WestJet ainsi que la dernière version du système d’exploitation sur votre appareil?

• Streaming sites such as YouTube and Netflix are not supported by WestJet Connect.

• Les sites de diffusion en continu comme YouTube et Netflix ne sont pas compatibles avec WestJet Connect.

• Clear your browser cache or history.

If you’re on a laptop, disable any live Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection.

• Videz le cache ou l’historique de votre navigateur. Si vous utilisez un ordinateur portatif, désactivez vos connexions à des réseaux privés (VPN).

• Is your device in Airplane mode?

• If you can’t connect to the network, go to Wi-Fi settings, “forget” the network and reconnect.

• Votre appareil est-il en mode avion?

• Si vous n’arrivez pas à vous connecter au réseau, rendez-vous dans vos réglages Wi‑Fi, « oubliez » le réseau, puis connectez-vous de nouveau.

For additional support, please visit our FAQ section on WestJet Connect. Pour plus d’aide, visitez la section FAQ de WestJet Connect.

Not all of our Boeing 737-600s are equipped with WestJet Connect yet. WestJet Connect is not available on WestJet Encore turboprop aircraft. WestJet Connect is an open network, use at your own risk. WestJet cannot and does not guarantee the privacy of your data and communication while using WestJet Connect. Entertainment displayed within image may vary. 1Pricing is in Canadian dollars and does not include tax. Internet connectivity speed may vary due to your device, atmospheric conditions, terrain, network capacity, and aircraft location. We are working diligently with our service provider to enhance your experience.

Nos Boeing 737-600 ne sont pas encore tous dotés de WestJet Connect. WestJet Connect n’est pas offert sur les avions à turbopropulseurs de WestJet Encore. WestJet Connect est un réseau ouvert et son utilisation est à vos propres risques. WestJet n’est pas en mesure de garantir la sécurité de vos données et de vos communications pendant l’utilisation de WestJet Connect. Le divertissement présenté dans l’image peut varier. 1 Les prix sont en dollars canadiens et ne comprennent pas les taxes. La vitesse de la connexion Internet peut varier selon votre appareil, les conditions atmosphériques, le terrain, la capacité du réseau et l’emplacement de l’avion. Nous travaillons en collaboration avec notre fournisseur de service afin d’améliorer votre expérience.

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Just what they wished for.

The WestJet gift card. westjet.com/giftcard

Exactement ce qu’ils souhaitaient.

La carte-cadeau WestJet. westjet.com/carte-cadeau

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W E S T J E T ' S B E S T | L E M E I L L EU R D E W E S T J E T

Tracey Simpson

Customer Service Agent, WestJet | WestJetter since 2009

Agente du service à la clientèle, WestJet | WestJetter depuis 2009

Winner of the 2018 President’s Circle Award

Tracey is one of our extraordinary customer service agents at WestJet. She is one of 12 WestJetters chosen for the President’s Circle Award in 2018 – an award that recognizes WestJetters who consistently go above and beyond to create a remarkable guest experience. Based in Victoria, British Columbia, Tracey is known for jumping in when needed to lend a hand to her fellow WestJetters. We sat down with Tracey after she won the President’s Circle Award to hear her thoughts on WestJet: Favourite WestJet destination: Orange County, California. I struggled with picking just one destination, but I have had very happy trips to Disneyland with my family.

Describe WestJet in three words: Caring, Canadian and evolving.

What is one thing you want to share with our guests? While our company is growing and changing, our culture is still the same. Caring for our guests will remain integral to WestJet while we continue to expand.

What is your favourite WestJet value and why? Care from the heart. I believe this value is fundamental to the success of our business and the interactions we have with our guests.

Where do you see WestJet in the future? I see us everywhere, continuing to expand the list of destinations we fly to. I can’t wait!

What other WestJetters say about Tracey: Thank you Tracey for assisting me at check-in with a guest who required multiple documents. I really appreciate how you jumped in to help even though you had other tasks at hand. You are a fantastic resource for our team!

Gagnante du prix President’s Circle de 2018

Tracey est l’une de nos merveilleuses agentes du service à la clientèle chez WestJet. Elle est l’une des 12 WestJetters à avoir été sélectionnés en 2018 pour le prix President’s Circle, lequel souligne les efforts de ceux qui dépassent constamment le cadre de leurs obligations professionnelles pour offrir une expérience-invité remarquable. Établie à Victoria, en Colombie-Britannique, Tracey a la réputation d’intervenir au besoin pour donner un coup de main à ses collègues WestJetters. Nous avons pris quelques instants pour parler à Tracey après qu’elle a remporté le prix President’s Circle afin de savoir ce qu’elle pense de WestJet. Destination WestJet préférée : Orange County, en Californie. J’ai eu beaucoup de difficulté à arrêter mon choix sur une seule destination, mais j’ai fait de très beaux voyages à Disneyland avec ma famille.

Décrivez WestJet en trois mots : Bienveillante, canadienne et en évolution.

Qu’aimeriez-vous dire à nos invités? Même si notre entreprise grandit et change, notre culture reste la même. Prendre soin de nos invités fera toujours partie intégrante de la culture de WestJet alors que nous continuons de croître.

Quelle est la valeur de WestJet que vous préférez? Pourquoi? Avoir notre travail à cœur. Je crois qu’il s’agit d’une valeur essentielle au succès de notre entreprise et dans le cadre des interactions que nous avons avec nos invités.

Que deviendra WestJet selon vous? Je nous vois partout, continuant d’allonger la liste de nos destinations.

J’ai très hâte!

Voici ce que d’autres WestJetters avaient à dire de Tracey : Merci Tracey de m’avoir aidé à l’embarquement avec un invité qui avait besoin de multiples documents. J’apprécie vraiment le fait que tu sois intervenue pour donner un coup de main, même si tu avais d’autres tâches à accomplir. Tu es une ressource fantastique pour notre équipe!

THE IT LIST

HERE'S WHAT IS ON OUR R ADAR THIS MONTH.

➝ With so many delectable restaurants in the city, Las Vegas is a food-lover’s destination. Lip Smacking Foodie Tours offers eight themed tours, including the Savors of the Strip tour that takes you to four of the city’s top restaurants where you are greeted by the chef and get to sample three signature dishes at each stop. (US$125 to $299, lipsmackingfoodietours.com) ➝ Sheraton Kaua’i Coconut Beach Resort on the Hawaiian island of Kauai debuted a new name and a property-wide renovation this fall. The 313-room resort includes new breakfast and dinner restaurants and an oceanfront pool bar. ➝ You will want to touch down in Calgary, Alta., between Nov. 20 to 24 for the 107th Grey Cup and 2019 Grey Cup Festival. Team parties, family events and a rodeo will take place in Stampede Park prior to the big game at McMahon Stadium on Nov. 24. (greycupfestival.ca) ➝ Rumpl, which creates sleeping bag-like blankets for use indoors or outdoors, likes to call its products “garbage.”

That’s because its NanoLoft and OG Puffy blankets are made using recycled plastic bottles. (Starting at US$99, rumpl.com) —Dean Lisk 98

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➝ As the U.S. celebrates Thanksgiving on Nov. 28, the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will weave its way through Manhattan.

The route starts along Central Park West and moves down 6th Avenue to Macy’s flagship store. Or, you can skip the parade and watch the giant inflatables being filled near the American Museum of Natural History. ➝ For travellers who like to keep their collars crisp, the Shirt Shuttle will ensure your shirt keeps its just-ironed look with its moulded folding board design. (£39.99, shirtshuttle.com)

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