Travel Trade Brochure

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Welcome TO REGINA, SASKATCHEWAN, CANADA


UNIQUE

Home of the Mounties Regina is the home of the RCMP Academy “Depot” Division; Canada’s training ground for our bright new heroes of tomorrow since 1885. Visit the RCMP Heritage Centre and learn the history of the Force with a guided tour of the six galleries. Continue your visit with a “Depot” Heritage Precinct Tour. Be sure to

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take in the Sunset Retreat Ceremony - a Canadian Tourism Commission Signature Experience. PRICE: (based on 35 people) $57.00 per person $72.00 per person (lunch included)

Regal Regina Experience the Queen City like never before and fill your day with regal activities. Start off with breakfast or brunch at the Hotel Saskatchewan. This beautiful heritage property is where Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal family stay while visiting Regina. Next stop is the Saskatchewan Legislative Building – A National Credit: Jennifer Nelson

Historic Site of Canada. Continue your journey and step back in time with Government House, constructed in 1883. PRICE: (based on 35 people) $90.00 per person (breakfast included) $110.00 per person (breakfast and lunch included)

Wascana Park In the heart of the city you’ll discover one of North America’s largest urban parks – Wascana Centre, with over 2,300 acres (930 hectares) of green space. Wascana Park is home to some great attractions but is also an impressive marsh ecosystem. Visit the partners of the park, such as the Saskatchewan Legislative Building, Royal Saskatchewan Museum, Saskatchewan Science Centre and

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Kramer IMAX Theatre, Mackenzie Art Gallery and the Conexus Arts Centre. PRICE: (based on 35 people, IMAX ticket not included) $87.00 per person $102.00 per person (lunch included)

Rider Pride! Experience Rider Pride with or without game tickets. For Saskatchewan

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Roughrider Football Club home games - head to the practice field at Mosaic Stadium two hours prior to kick-off for a giant tailgate-like atmosphere. For away games – head to any brew pub or restaurant with a TV. For a truly unique experience, check out Casino Regina where you can watch the game on the Show Lounge big screen. Get geared up at one of our official Rider stores and read our guide on how to make your very own watermelon helmet (a Rider fan favorite).


AUTHENTIC

Home on the Range Visit the beautiful town of Lumsden, where you will experience the charm of a small town. Begin with a trip to Beaver Creek Ranch and Horse Centre. This working cattle ranch will fill your day with hearty experiences such as hay/sleigh rides, Cowboy Credit: GJ Photo Look Matters

Cookouts, team building exercises and the popular Team Tracker. This is an exciting outdoor fresh air adventure you don’t want to miss! After, it’s time to mosey on over to Over the Hill Orchards. If you’re visiting in the fall, take in Pumpkin Hollow! PRICE: (based on a minimum of 35 people) $110.00 per person

Athol Murray College of Notre Dame in Wilcox Visit the small community of Wilcox, home to one of Canada’s most reputable schools. Hidden away in the school’s museum is a room of ancient manuscripts, historical artifacts, and one of the largest rare book collections in North America. From the medieval books written on vellum (an ancient form of paper made of Credit: Terry McGarry

animal skin), to the theological writings of Thomas Aquinas; this room is a trove of history and magic. PRICE: (based on 35 people) $53.00 per person $73.00 per person (lunch included)

New Adventures Imagine flying on the wind as you enjoy the remarkable 180 degree vistas and horizons that only the prairies can provide. Regina supplies the two main ingredients to allow this adventure to take flight – wind and space, through all Credit: Explore Sports

four seasons. Explore Sports encourages us all to try Kiteboarding and Stand-Up Paddle Boarding. These soft adventure sports can be enjoyed in an urban or rural setting. The experience is up to you!

Moose Jaw Tunnels and Temple Gardens Mineral Spa Sixty kilometers west of Regina is the City of Moose Jaw. You will have a chance to experience and tour the ‘getaway tunnels’ that exist between many of the downtown buildings. The Tunnels of Moose Jaw demonstrate how the networks of underground passages were used to smuggle liquor during the prohibition Credit: Temple Gardens

era. To complete this wonderful day trip, soak in the mineral waters of the Temple Gardens Mineral Spa before returning to Regina. PRICE: (based on 35 people) $85.00 per person $120.00 per person (lunch at Temple Gardens Mineral Spa included)


EXPERIENCES

Food for Thought! Take a bite into the bread basket of Canada with a visit to the Regina Farmers’ Market, highlighting the local goodness. Indulge in a farm-to plate experience with a star local chef and receive a gourmet cooking class at the Willow on Wascana Restaurant, located aside the gorgeous Wascana Lake. Don’t forget to leave time for the “must see” Merv’s Pitchfork Fondue where you will learn how a pitchfork and iron cooker can turn your meal into an unforgettable experience! Credit: RHA

Through food and spirit, we will open your eyes to the true beauty of the prairies.

LaJord Hutterite Colony Hutterite people live in colonies and belong to the largest, oldest, and most successful communal society in the Western World. Learn about their way of life and find out why they’ve embraced technology for the good of their colonies. Eco Party Tours will escort you to an experience like no other, with visits to several areas on the colony and a chance to see their spirituality and love Credit: Lisa Mitchell

of the land. PRICE: (based on 35 people) $73.00 per person (lunch included)

Southern Prairie Railway in Ogema The Southern Prairie Railway excursion is similar to what pioneers from the 1920’s would have experienced. Stroll down the Town of Ogema’s historic Main Street and visit the British America Gas Station, one of the only remaining corner Credit: Southern Prairie Railway

stations in Western Canada, as well as the Fire Hall. This pioneer ‘village’ includes 30 historic buildings from Ogema and surrounding communities as well as thousands of operating pieces of antique machinery and artifacts. PRICE: (based on 35 people) $120.00 per person

Did You Know? There’s an average of 2,350 hours of sunlight in Regina every year. That makes Regina the sunshine capital!

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all prices subject to change


PREFERRED TRADE HOTELS Travel Trade Highlights include but are not limited to the following:

Best Western Seven Oaks • Net rates available • Complimentary parking • Baggage handling fees apply • Restaurant and banquet facility on site with group menu For more information visit: bestwesternsevenoaks.com

Comfort Inn Regina • Net rates available (based on double occupancy) • Baggage handling fees apply • Welcome Reception available to group upon arrival • Complimentary continental breakfast • Final rooming list required 3 days prior to arrival For more information visit: comfortinn.com/hotel-regina-canada-CN351

Country Inn and Suites by Carlson • Net rates available • Complimentary baggage handling • Complimentary rooms based on occupied rooms • Complimentary hot breakfast, Welcome Reception and parking • Several restaurants within walking distance For more information visit: countryinns.com/regina-hotel-sk-s4z1a4/skregina

Days Inn Regina Airport West • Net rates available • Complimentary parking, internet access, breakfast and bus driver rooms • Baggage handling fees apply • Restaurants within walking distance For more information visit: daysinnreginaairportwest.ca

Delta Regina • Net rates available • Baggage handling fees apply • Complimentary Welcome Reception • Driver room rates available • Restaurant on site that can accommodate large groups For more information visit: deltahotels.com/Hotels/Delta-Regina

Executive Royal Hotel Regina • Net rates and wholesale terms of trade are available • Complimentary parking • Baggage handling fees apply • Restaurant on site that can accomodate large groups • One complimentary room with every 15 paid and confirmed For more information visit: executivehotels.net/regina

Quality Hotel • Net rates and wholesale terms of trade are available • Complimentary parking • Complimentary room for driver and escort • Breakfast vouchers are available • Restaurant on site that can accomodate 120 people For more information visit: qualityinn.com/hotel-regina-canada-CN031


All tour packages with prices listed are booked through Eco Party Adventures. Eco Party Adventures is the primary theme-based tour operator in Regina and excels at providing unique experiences that will leave you with one of a kind memories. The packages outlined are just samples of their experiences choose from many other options that they offer on land or water, or work with them to create a unique adventure of your own. For a complete listing of tours offered by Eco Party Adventures, please visit: ecoparty.ca Packages without prices listed can be organized by contacting the attractions individually.

HOTEL BOOKING Hotel rooms must be booked separately from the tour packages by contacting one of the seven preferred Travel Trade hotels listed within this brochure. For additional accomodation options, visit: stayinregina.com

Tourism Regina 1925 Rose Street, Regina, SK Canada S4P 3P1 TF: 1-800-661-5099 FAX: 306-352-1630 Eco Party Adventures Brad Zakreski bradzakreski@stormat.ca TF: 1-877-578-6767 ext. 2 ecoparty.ca

Kerri Ward Tourism Coordinator Direct: 306-751-8773 kward@reginaroc.com tourismregina.com

Cover Photo Credits: GJ Photo Look Matters (Beaver Creek Ranch), Jennifer Nelson Courtesy of RROC (Mountie)

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