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A 48-Hour Toronto Weekend: Markets, Neighbourhoods and the Islands
A two-day Toronto plan covering St. Lawrence Market, the Distillery District, Kensington Market, the waterfront and a ferry to the Toronto Islands, with transit tips.
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Montreal Summer Festivals: A Month-by-Month Guide
When Montreal's big summer festivals happen, from Francos and the Jazz Festival to the fireworks, comedy and Osheaga, plus how to enjoy the free shows and get around.
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Toronto Holiday Markets and Winter Events: A Practical Guide
How to plan Toronto's holiday season around the Distillery Winter Village, the City Hall tree lighting and rink, St. Lawrence Market and getting around by TTC.
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Nova Scotia's Lighthouse Route in Summer: Peggy's Cove to Yarmouth
A practical summer plan for driving Nova Scotia's Lighthouse Route along the South Shore, from Peggy's Cove and Lunenburg to Liverpool, Shelburne and Yarmouth.
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Seeing the Northern Lights in Whitehorse, Yukon
When and how to see the aurora borealis around Whitehorse, from the August to April season and late-night timing to forecasts, cold-weather gear and tours.
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Victoria, BC in Spring: Gardens, Cherry Blossoms and Where to Go
Where to see spring flowers in Victoria, British Columbia, from Butchart Gardens and Beacon Hill Park to Abkhazi Garden and the city's cherry-lined streets, with timing tips.
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Ottawa Fall Colours: Where to See Autumn Foliage in the Capital
Where and when to see fall colours in and around Ottawa, from Gatineau Park's lookouts to the Rideau Canal pathways, with timing, shuttle and crowd tips.
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