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We invite you to visit with Professional Safari Guide Timothy Jackson during Vancouver’s upcoming International Ornithological Congress; Timothy will be available for consultation at the Vancouver Convention Centre, August 22 - 25, 2018, within the Artists for Conservation Foundation exhibit. Information on wildlife and birding safaris which Timothy will be hosting along with two Kenyan top birding guides in February 2019 will be available, as well as safaris hosted by Renowned Artist & Conservationist Guy Combe, in July & August 2019. Custom safaris created by Jackson’s African Safaris can all be discussed.
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2018 • ISSUE 5 • VOLUME 10 • TABLE OF CONTENTS
Features 3. Let Your Passion Be Your Guide 4. The Reinvention of Reno 6. Saxon Switzerland 10. Artists for Conservation 12. Shasta Cascade 14. Travel Trends in 2019 16. Talk Time Travel 17. Royal BC Museum 18. China Beyond the Terracotta Warriors 21. Beijing Capital Airlines 22. Myanmar Asia’s Hottest New Destination 24. Italy - Culture, Art, Culinary, Adventure & Fun 26. West Edmonton Mall 27. Burnaby Village Museum 28. What’s Cooking in Germany 29. Red or White - talk wine
LET YOUR PASSION BE YOUR GUIDE on your next trip to Reno/Tahoe, Nevada. Where it takes you, well, the options are endless. Whether you’re into breathtaking scenery, inspiring locales or a glimpse into their colorful history, they have an unforgettable excursion waiting for you. Reno’s top downtown resorts – Circus Circus, Eldorado, Harrah’s and Silver Legacy invite you Downtown for thrilling casino action, five-star dining, the best nightlife, luxurious accommodations and an unparalleled, top-name concert lineup including performances by Blake Shelton, Kelly Clarkson and The Eagles. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, Reno/Tahoe is the perfect place to embrace your passion for the outdoors. Looking for the ultimate view? Pack a summit picnic and climb to the top of 10,776foot Mount Rose. Rent a mountain bike and take
on The Flume Trail, arguably the most stunning bike ride on the planet. Experience the thrill of the catch, fishing the Truckee for browns, brookies, rainbows and cutthroat. Or grab your golf clubs and take advantage of the thin mountain air for what may be the longest drives and best game of your life. With championship courses to suit every budget and a wide range of terrain – from high desert beauty to storybook forests – you’re just a chip shot away from an unforgettable day on the links. And did we mention that Reno/Tahoe also boasts the largest concentration of ski resorts in all of North America, plus an après-ski tradition as legendary as the slopes themselves? However you want to tackle the snow – by ski, board, snowshoe, snowmobile, sleigh or tube – Reno/Tahoe has it all within a 30-minute drive makes Downtown Reno your gateway to adventure!
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THE REINVENTION OF RENO: THE ‘WORLD’S Reno, a town known for gambling, divorce and long-dead silver mines, is turning its luck around. Cocktail bars and farmto-table restaurants are breaking with the city’s seedy past, art galleries are tapping into newfound creative energy. Reno has always lived under the shadow of its bigger-but-younger sibling down south. For the past few decades, the Biggest Little City’s status as a gambling and divorce destination has waned as Las Vegas sold the package deal of dice, glamour and showgirls, and divorces became easier to attain across the US. For a while, Reno’s future seemed destined to become another of the ghost towns that dot the Nevada desert. But these days there’s more going on. Reno’s emerging artists - Reno’s art scene has never been better. With an ambitious art program at the local university and 23 major galleries in Reno, there’s no lack of local talent and venues to display their work. Food and drink from the source - Where Vegas seeks international ingredients and chefs, Reno finds locally. New restaurants are popping up all over town, with chefs who source ingredients from area farms and ranches. Nowhere is Reno’s craft food and drink movement better seen than on East 4th St. This block of once-blighted warehouses and empty brick shells is turning into
a source of the city’s best tipples and treats. Housed in the former train station, The Depot Craft Brewery and Distillery features a menu of pub food with a creative twist (try the fish and chips with malt aioli), plus a lengthy list of house-made beers and spirits. Just down the street, Under the Rose Brewing Company brews European-style beers, like its earthy and spicy French-style farmhouse saison. This district is the place to be for craft beer drinkers. Gateway to the great outdoors Reno’s access to the great outdoors makes it the perfect gateway for nature lovers, but there’s adventure to be had right in the middle of downtown. BaseCamp, the Whitney Peak Hotel’s new rock climbing gym, is luring climbers to its 7000 sq ft indoor climbing space. Beginners and pros are welcome to test their grip strength at the indoor bouldering park, or try their hands at the 164ft climbing wall outside – the largest in the world. Also downtown, the Truckee River Whitewater Park provides kayakers with a half-mile, heart-pounding waterway containing class II and III rapids.
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In summer, cruise into the lake’s crystal-clear waters aboard a kayak or paddleboard. If that’s a little too pedestrian, clip into the bike ride of a lifetime on the Flume Trail, a vertigo-inducing mountain bike trail that hugs the side of Lake Tahoe’s steepest peaks.
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Nearby Lake Tahoe has enough year-round adventure to soothe even the gnarliest of adrenaline junkies. Perhaps Tahoe is best known for its excellent skiing, but area resorts and businesses have been tapping into summer activities like obstacle courses and stand-up paddleboarding, turning it into a year-round destination.
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XSON SWITZERLAND The name Saxon Switzerland began as a nickname for an area in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains previously known as the Meissen Highlands. In 1766 two artists from the Swiss Jura region who had been appointed to the Dresden Academy of Art found the area East of Dresden to have similar terrain to their homeland. In their letters home they described the flat-topped sandstone mountains as Saxon Switzerland and the name stuck. Today it is the official name of the region. 7
Saxon Switzerland is an area in the German state of Saxony, east of Dresden where the German, Polish and Czech borders meet. It covers a bit more than 700 square kilometers of cultivated land, small towns and villages, forest and the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. The area features a number of historic castles but the most visited attraction is Saxon Switzerland National Park.
Czech side of the border. It was first declared a nature reserve in 1938 and established as a National Park in 1990. German National Parks enjoy a high level of natural protection ensuring that the unique beauty of the area will be available for future generations to see. More than 100 years ago Germans were already promoting conservation and today sustainable tourism is a priority.
The park is split into 2 separate sections and adjoins a park in Bohemian Switzerland on the
Within the park the most visited and photographed attraction has long been the Bastei Bridge.
The Bastei, a spectacular rock formation, towers high above the Elbe River. It has been a tourist attraction since it was first mentioned in travel literature in 1798. The first Bastei Bridge, a wooden structure built in 1824 was replaced in 1851 with the stone bridge that still stands today. The 7 sandstone arches span a deep ravine to take visitors across to the remains of the Neurathen Rock Castle.
Neurathen was once the largest rock castle in the region. It was built sometime between 1100 and 1200. Very little remains of the castle, only a few rooms carved out of the rocks, a cistern, some passageways and saddles chiseled into the rock that once held timbers to support a wooden structure. There is also evidence of steps that led to the top of one of the rock formations that once held catapults and sling shots used to hurl boulders at ships on the Elbe 200 meters below. Several lookout points provide spectacular views of the river below, the flat-topped sandstone mountains in the distance and the surrounding forest. Not only the bridge, but also the views from the
lookouts have provided inspiration to many artists and are the subject matter of millions of photos.
The hike can be shortened by beginning or ending at any of the overnight spots.
Like at most other attractions in the world, you’ll find a hotel, restaurant and gift shop. Entrance to the park, the bridge and the lookout points is free of charge.
Not far from Bastei is another of Saxon Switzerland’s well known
Not only the Bastei but the entire park is a climbers’ paradise with more than 1100 peaks, about 750 or which are available for climbing, featuring 21,000 climbing routes. The park also has 400 km of hiking trails and 50 km of bike paths. Currently about 40% of the park is protected from human contact with the objective to increase that to as high as 75% in future. One of the more popular hiking trails is known as Malerweg (Painter’s Way). The 112 km hike is considered one of the most picturesque in Germany and is usually divided into 8 days with anywhere from 4 to 7 hours hiking each day. It starts and ends in the town of Pirna and loops through the park. Lodging is available at the end of each day and certain hotels and inns will even transfer your luggage to your next stop.
landmarks, Konigstein Fortress. Perched atop a table mountain above a small town, both also called Konigstein, it is one of the largest hilltop forts in Europe. Its 1.8 km long outer wall, in some places more than 40 meters high, is set on sheer rock cliffs. It was never taken by force, not even during World War II. The fortress was first mentioned in writing in 1233 but it is thought that a stone castle has existed there since the 12th century. The oldest of the roughly 50 buildings remaining today dates back to the turn of the 13th century. Many of the buildings were constructed during the late 1500s with more added during expansions during the 17th and early 18th centuries. Water was always a problem in ancient fortresses. Without a secure supply of water, a fort
could be besieged. In 1563 a 152.5 meter well was begun. The project took 6 years to complete and is the second deepest well in Europe. Had there been a water shortage, there seems to have been a backup plan. From 1725 until 1818 Konigstein was home to the world’s largest wine barrel. It held the equivalent of 330,000 modern bottles of wine. During times of war Saxony’s royal treasure was stored at Konigstein and it was a safe haven for the Saxon Dukes and Prince-Electors. For much of its existence it was also a prison. Records show its use as a prison as early as 1574 and until 1922 it was Saxony’s state prison. It was used as a prisoner of war camp during both world wars and after World War II it served as a communist re-
education camp for young people. Since 1955 Konigstein has been an open-air military history museum. In the late 1960s money was invested to add the first of 2 large elevators, making access easier. Following the reunification of Germany, a substantial sum was spent to upgrade and renovate the entire fortress. In addition to restoring historic buildings, tourist facilities were added, including excellent food service facilities. Today it is one of Saxony’s most visited tourist attractions with more than 700,000 visitors annually. Since 1955 more than 30 million people have visited Konigstein. For more information on travelling in Germany go to
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International Ornithologica
Vancouver is proud to have been chosen to host the 27th International Ornithological Congress from August 19th to 26, 2018. The Congress will bring together bird scientists and conservationists from around the world.
The objective of the VIBF is to partner with community groups to create a celebration of birds and nature, culminating in a Bird Festival and Expo to engage the public in a love of nature through birds.
The public will also be taking part through the first Vancouver International Bird Festival. The Vancouver International Bird Festival (VIBF) celebrates the world of birds with many exciting events, speakers and activities lined up for all ages. VIBF was created to build on the success of Vancouver Bird Week which has been enjoyed in the city since 2013.
The Expo will showcase organizations, speakers, suppliers of optical and other birdwatching equipment and tour companies among others who are engaging the public in the love of nature. For a full list of events go to www.vanbirdfest.com. A key partner for the event is Artists for Conservation. Internationally acclaimed
Kenyan artist, Guy Combes will be recognized for his conservation leadership and artistic achievement with Artists for Conservation’s (AFC’s) top honor: the Simon Combes Conservation Artist Award. The award is especially significant in that it was established in memory of Guy’s father who was a worldrenowned wildlife artist and prominent conservationist. AFC bestows the award annually to individuals for exemplifying the achievements and dedication of the award’s namesake. Guy Combes is US Development Director for Soysambu Conservancy and sits on the board of Friends of Soysambu 10
He has raised funds for Action for Cheetahs in Kenya, Amboseli Trust for Elephants, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, The David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation, and many more causes. These are all grass-roots organizations with whom the artist has a personal connection, so he has been able to see the real results of his contributions on the ground and in action. Guy has also pioneered an effective way of fundraising on social media with live auction painting sessions, creating the perfect nexus of artist, audience, and conservation philanthropy. Working from his studio in California and dividing his time between the US, England, and Kenya, Guy Combes will continue to use his visibility as an international artist to draw attention to the plight of the wild things and wild places that have been so instrumental in his own development as an artist and as a human being.
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al Congress Conservancy, a US based non-profit fundraising organization. He has raised tens of thousands of dollars for a project to build mobile cattle enclosures to mitigate human-wildlife conflict and ensure that lions can continue to roam free on 48,000 acres of ideal habitat in Kenya’s central Rift Valley. This is especially crucial now that lions have been declared “vulnerable” due to an alarmingly decreasing population. Combes has also been involved in activism to stop environmentally insensitive development in the Serengeti and the destructive trade in ivory and rhino horn worldwide. 11
In July and August 2019, Combes and Jackson’s African Safaris are offering an opportunity for people to experience the inspiration that makes up Combes’ work, and the conservation projects he is passionately involved with. These safaris are fundraisers hosted by Combes himself. They will provide a spectacular experience of Kenya through the eyes of an artist, and offer an opportunity to observe and get involved in conservation projects making a real difference to endangered wildlife.
The Overland Comfort Adventure runs from July 13-24, 2019 and the Upmarket Luxury Adventure from August 10-22, 2019 These are once in a lifetime fundraiser safaris for AFC which will include a visit to Soysambu itself, where you will have a chance to observe and participate in the conservation projects Combes is involved with and see first hand where the money raised is spent. The two safaris will also include many other destinations in Kenya including; Samburu National Park, Lewa Conservancy, Nakuru National Park and the famed Maasai Mara Game Reserve. If you sign up for the upmarket tour, you will be guided by BBC Big Cat Live Series presenter Jackson Looseyia in the Maasai Mara. Guy will accompany the group as tour host, with the perspective of an artist who has been celebrating the wildlife of East Africa his whole life. These safaris provide a significant contribution to conservation.
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Guy Combes is US Development Director for Soysambu Conservancy and sits on the board of Friends of Soysambu Conservancy, a US based nonprofit fundraising organization. He has raised tens of thousands of dollars for a project to build mobile cattle enclosures to mitigate human-wildlife conflict and ensure that lions can continue to roam free on 48,000 acres of ideal habitat in Kenya’s central Rift Valley.
Shasta Pop quiz, where was California’s first suspension bridge built? It was constructed in Butte County in 1856. Where can you see one of the world’s largest Sundials? In Shasta County, and it is not only a working Sundial but also a pedestrian bridge. Or did you know that Shasta Lake holds the title “houseboat capital of the world” because it has the most houseboats on any single body of water? These are just some of the fun facts that await you in UpState CA. In UpState California lies the Shasta Cascade Region, a wonderland of outdoor recreation. This region, covering 25 percent of California’s land mass with only 3 percent of the population, offers unique experiences to include glistening lakes and world-class rivers to scenic drives and backcountry roads. Come and enjoy the uncrowded, unspoiled wide-open spaces where you will experience the great outdoors during the day without being completely isolated. Your evenings can still include the comforts found when attending the theater, discovering local art, music and dining or wine tasting at quaint wineries just waiting for you to discover and enjoy. The Shasta Cascade area of Northern California is unique to
the state and to America resting under the shadows of Mt. Shasta and Lassen Volcanic National Park. In between, scenic byways connect the very fabric of nature on timeless routes through dramatic natural phenomenon. The Shasta Cascade Region is comprised of eight counties in far northeastern California: Butte, Lassen, Modoc, Plumas, Shasta, Siskiyou, Tehama and Trinity.
Cave lovers are in for a treat when they visit the Lava Beds National Monument in Modoc County. In Shasta County, a trip to the Lake Shasta Caverns National Natural Landmark is three adventures in one including a scenic catamaran cruise across Shasta Lake. For nature and wildlife viewing there is a sprawling 300-acre Turtle Bay Exploration Park, featuring the region and its people through a museum and art gallery, wildlife exhibits, forest camp, 12
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This Body is a Wonderland a year-round aviary, amphitheater, and an arboretum & gardens. Also, the Klamath Basin National Wildlife Refuge in Siskiyou and Modoc County is internationally known for its abundance and diversity of wildlife and are hosts to the largest winter population of bald eagles in the continental U.S. In addition, there are a huge array of mammals including mule, deer, beaver, muskrat, badger, bobcat, and more. As well you will find 24 reptile and amphibian species in the Upper Klamath Basin, including Long-toed Salamander, Rough-skinned Newt and Great Basin Spadefoot. You can see why this area is a photographer’s paradise. Other outdoor recreational activi-
ties include boating and water sports, fishing and hunting, golf, hiking and biking trails, and along with winter sports of every kind. Families come out every year to enjoy the crisp, fresh snow of the Shasta Cascade Region for downhill skiing or snowboarding. Siskiyou County’s Mt. Shasta Ski Park offers 425 acres of various trails groomed for the beginners to the more advanced skiers or snowboarders with terrain parks, half pipes and chair lifts. After a day of hitting the slopes head into the town of Mount Shasta for a relaxing meal, browse unique book & gift stores and coffee shops, while enjoying a picturesque view of the mountain.
For something a little more off the beaten path and less crowded, Coppervale Ski Hill, offers groomed trails for various skill levels. Snowshoeing is a great way to enjoy the winter landscape where one can explore hundreds of miles of trails. Some snowshoeing areas are within the Lassen Volcanic National Park, and Lassen National Forest, where they offer guided snowshoe walks throughout the winter season. Mixing in some indoor activities with your outdoor adventures provides a great balance to truly maximize your experience in UpState CA. Win-River Resort and Casino and Rolling Hills Casino provides nonstop fun and delicious dining. Or you can savor exquisite dishes accompanied with breathtaking views of the might Mt. Shasta and the surrounding landscape at the Highland House at Mount Shasta Resort. To find out more about Shasta Cascade, and its year-round activity calendar visit http://www.shastacascade.com/ and meet them in person at the Vancouver International Travel Expo Sept. 29, 2018 at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
Bits & Pieces Important travel trends in 2019 Too early to talk about 2019 travel, you say? Absolutely not! This is actually the perfect time to start planning your big outing, and what better way to start planning than by knowing what the top travel trends are predicted to be in 2019? From snowy Poconos resorts to Southern Charm-filled foodie tours, 2019 is shaping up to be a great year in the world of travel!
Winter Resorts It’s looking to be a real winter wonderland in the world of travel for 2019, with more and more requests coming up for winterthemed escapes, such as skiing, snowboarding, mountain climbing, and cozying up in resorts near snowy slopes in general. Green Travel Green Travel refers to both ‘ecotourism’ and ‘Sustainable Travel’, more and more travellers getting behind
the ‘go green’ initiative in every facet of their life, including travel. There is an increasing amount of requests for trips to wildlife refuges, national parks, and other natural areas outside of big cities, and they include an increasing amount of requests to get there in a sustainable manner. This simply means that if there are more cost-effective and carbonreducing ways to get around, they will book it. Travellers are opting to travel by boat, train, or car when possible. Smaller decisions like booking rooms in LEED-certified hotels help conserve energy. Habits like reusing a hotel towel do the same.
now peaked by the unknown and unseen, probably due to the overtourism of our typically popular cities and destinations.
Small Town Travel
Travelling with your nearest and dearest is great, but there is nothing like the freedom of having your own schedule and the satisfaction gained from adventuring alone. With each passing year, more and more people are choosing to travel solo. This inclination to go it alone has been one
While booming metropolises such as New York City and Chicago won’t be dying down in popularity any time soon, there has been quite a shift in most requested locations, particularly in the interest in small, off the beaten path towns. Travellers’ interests are
Canadian Travel Canada’s tourism scene certainly is not slowing down in 2018 and is only looking to gain more momentum in 2019. An incredible fusion of cultures, an even more incredible fusion of culinary delights, and some of the most breathtaking natural scenery in the entire world will greet you as you explore areas of Canada you have never visited. You will not be disappointed!
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Bits & Pieces of the biggest travel trends of 2017 and 2018 – and as industry insiders predict, it’s set to continue into next year and long after too. Travelling solo can be the best education, especially when learning independence and real-world survival skills keeping in mind that safety is key for this travel trend.
The Smokies Yes, we know, saying that ‘the Smokies’ is a specific travel trend may not be technically correct, but it is certainly looking to be one of the top destinations in 2019. More and more travellers are more interested in staying in the Smoky Mountains, and in national park resorts around the world in general. Booking cabins in the hills will continue to be one of the most popular lodging choices for 2019, and with the views they offer, how can you be surprised.
Foodie Tours In 2018 culinary travel rules the trends, and keeping along with that
theme brings 2019’s big food-related travel trend: foodie tours. Almost every big city provides at least one Foodie Tour and it’s easy to see why! With the rise of chef-lebrities, food travel shows like Anthony Bourdain’s Part’s Unknown, and a movement for both farm-to-table dining options and more authenticity in experience, culinary tourism is an easy one for resorts, hotels, tour operators, and of course restaurants to tap into.
Historic Travel While it may not come to your mind first as a major up and coming travel trend, history-themed travel is on the rise across Canada and the US. Battles where your relatives fought, civil war sites, civil rights sites, but the options are endless with these trips!
Theatre Travel From trips to New York purely for Broadway shows to student performance groups taking theatre workshops in cities throughout
North America, theatre travel is another ‘on the rise’ travel trend for 2019. Many tourists are even more dedicated to seeing a musical or a play when they travel, securing tickets before they make airline and hotel reservations or travelling with a group that builds a trip around theatre. It’s a growing trend, partly because the Internet makes it easier to buy tickets, partly because theatre and travel organizations are encouraging it and partly because of a phenomenon that, according to Chris Heywood, a spokesman for NYC & Company, New York City’s marketing organization, is known as “the Hamilton effect.” That one hit show about America’s founding fathers, now playing internationally, has stimulated interest in other musicals and broadened the audience base. “It’s bringing people to the city,” Heywood says. “We want to encourage people to build a trip around Broadway.”
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If you have ever watched an episode of Golden Girls, you will recall Estelle Getty’s unforgettable character Sophia begin her stories with the now iconic phrase “Picture it, Sicily, 1922”. Talk Time Travel, over the next few issues, will take you on a journey of cities and hotels that represent a different era. Locations that seem untouched by time. Cities that will make you forget that you are in the today, and whisk you away to a time of either yesterday, or tomorrow. In the hopes that you are inspired to not just read, but someday… visit. Our first journey is Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany. Rothenburg is described as Germany’s best-preserved walled town. Don’t be mistaken however as there are numerous “Rothenburgs” in Germany. Make sure you plan for Rothenburg ob der Tauber which is a town in the district of Ansbach of Mittelfranken (Middle Franconia), the Franconia region of Bavaria, Germany. It is part of the popular Romantic
Country: Germany City: Rothenburg ob der Tauber Period: Medieval
Road through southern Germany. The Middle Ages is alive today as the country’s most exciting Medieval town has retained its historic look despite having 2.5 million tourists traverse over its cobbled streets year after year. Many take the Night Watchman’s Tour as he gleefully takes tourists on tales of medieval melodrama. Rothenburg’s Medieval Crime and Punishment Museum contains macabre tools of punishment and torture, sure to bring out gasps of horror in some, and admiration from others. Not to be missed is St. Jakob’s Church which contains the magnificent 500-year-old altarpiece by Tilman Riemenschneider, a master of woodcarvers. And for the traveller with a bit of romance on their mind, there is Romantic Road, where you will find the world-famous Neuschwanstein Castle. Further along you encounter the Romans in Augsburg and a completely
preserved city wall from the 14th century in Nördlingen. Of the 2.5 million yearly visitors, only a fifth stay in a hotel as many up for day visits and walking tours, however you can find accommodation at more than a hundred hotels and guesthouses, private rooms and apartments. The Franconian inn is quite popular, and its rustic charm has been preserved in Rothenburg until today. Last but certainly not least is the wine culture. The history is that in 1631, the challenge was put out to empty a pitcher of three-quarters of a gallon of Frankenwein in one go. If successful, General Graf von Tilly would spare the city. Old Mayor Nusch volunteered, emptied the tankard and wine drinking history was made. So, once you can, travel back in time to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, and experience a bit of the medieval era, in the modern times. No DeLorean required. 16
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China Beyond the Terracotta Warrior While seeing China’s terracotta warriors should be on everyone’s travel bucket list, China has an array of other sites too. Here are our recommendations for sites near Xi’an and the warriors, plus some in a nearby province that you might find familiar.
By Johanna Read, TraveEater.net China’s terracotta army is perhaps China’s most famous tourist attraction, and deservedly so. Seeing the thousands of clay soldiers with your own eyes should be on everyone’s travel bucket list. But China has much more to offer those on a trip to see the tombs that the country’s first emperor created to protect him in his afterlife. The province you didn’t know you knew: Shandong You can fly directly from Vancouver to Qingdao in Shandong province via Capital Airlines, and then on to Xi’an, Shaanxi. Capital Airlines flies to several locations
from Vancouver including Beijing, Guangzhou and Shanghai. China’s Shandong province, the closest to South Korea, sits on the coast of the Yellow Sea. You saw Shandong’s largest city, Qingdao, during the 2008 Olympic Games, as the sailing competitions took place there. Qingdao is a very young city, established only in 1891. Its name means green island, evoked by the 38 hills and two mountains within and around the city. Even if you’re not a beer drinker, you’ll know Qingdao’s most famous product -- Tsingtao beer. Tsingtao was the old spelling of Qingdao, and in Qingdao you can go on a tour of the factory to see how the beer is made, using Canadian
hops and barley no less. Don’t go too early, as included in the tour are several samples of Tsingtao, including in raw form made fresh that day. And now you can impress bartenders everywhere by pronouncing the beer the proper way, the same way you pronounce the city: “ching-dow”. Need even more beer? Qingdao hosts a two-week long beer festival every August. Qingdao is a pretty coastal city ideal for people who like to explore by foot. A 40-kilometre promenade hugs the Yellow Sea and the city’s ten beaches are very popular with Chinese tourists in summer. You might recognize Qingdao’s pier, built in 1892, depicted on the label of the city’s namesake beer. It’s also easy to walk through
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Qingdao’s historical centre admiring the red roofs of the traditional German-style buildings. Also in Qingdao is a shell museum where you can learn about nature’s wonders, including see how a conch shell can screw into another shell like they were designed by a computer. Shell fans will also want to visit a factory shop where you can see artisans turning shells into three-dimensional works of art and jewelry. To go further afield, hop onto Qingdao’s efficient and inexpensive transit system. Anyone interested in engineering marvels will want to drive through Qingdao’s 7.8-km-long tunnel which takes cars 82 metres under the sea. Cross back to downtown via the 36.48-kmlong freeway bridge, the second longest sea-crossing bridge in the world. Just outside Qingdao is a beautiful 1133-metre high mountain, Mount Lao, a cradle for Taoism. Wander gardens to admire trees that are 1000 to 2000 years old and see working Tao temples (please don’t take
photographs of the worshippers though). Laoshan is known for its tea and for the excellent quality of its water, which makes its way into the highest quality Tsingtao beer, marked with #1, #2 or #5 on the cap. If you’d like to experience one of China’s famous bullet trains, know that half the country’s high speed trains are built in Qingdao. Take a day trip on the train from Qingdao to Zibo (pronounced “tzee-bwa”) where you can see glass ornaments being made at the Shandong Lingchang Glass Design Firm. You won’t believe the intricate leaves, animals and vases that the master artisans create. Stock up on glass here, as prices are much higher when the ornaments are exported to the U.S. and France. 20
Or take a trip to Qufu, in Shandong’s southwest near the capital, Jinan. Qufu is the hometown of Confucius, and you can explore the UNESCO World Heritage site’s temples and palaces. The temple area is immense, second only in size to the Forbidden City in Beijing. Nearby is a parklike cemetary filled with pale violet flowers in spring which has tombs memorializing Confucius and his descendents. Other sites near Shaanxi province’s terracotta warriors
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While your key stop in Shaanxi will be the terracotta warriors, outside the city of Xi’an, be sure to leave time to explore the city and the surrounding area. Visit Dangjia, an ancient town where you can admire courtyards of old and a six-storey pagoda tower. You may see actors performing re-enactments of ancient customs like a wedding march with the bride-to-be carried in a sedan chair. Nearby is an impressive museum, opened just in January 2018. It holds thousands of artefacts -- some 3000 years old -- found in the area’s tombs. In Xi’an be sure to walk or bike the city’s 12-metre high walls, the most complete in China and first built over 600 years ago. See the important Buddhist site of the Giant and Small Wild Goose Pagodas and maybe make a wish while you’re there. On your way back to the airport, stop at the Yangling Mausoleum where you can go underground to see objects that Emperor Liu Qi was buried with when he died in 141 BCE, including 50,000 doll-size terracotta figurines. They’re not as detailed as the Terracotta warriors, but just as fascinating.
Since Beijing Capital Airlines’ launch of the route from Vancouver to Qingdao and Hangzhou on December 30, 2016, it has safely transported more than 70,000 passengers between the cities. In the 2018 Canada-China year of tourism, Beijing Capital Airlines, in collaboration with Lion Travel, Nexus Holidays, Tian Bao Travel, and ChinaPac International are offering special discounts to cities throughout China via the beautiful and romantic coastal city--Qingdao. During the period of July 25th to September 25th, Beijing Capital Airlines will offer discounted travel products to domestic cities such as Xi’an via Qingdao. Passengers who purchase tickets during this period of time can also receive additional customized souvenirs from Beijing Capital Airlines.
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ASIA’S HOTTEST NEW DESTINATION After decades of a military junta rule, the south-east Asian country of Myanmar is opening up, and the government is working hard to welcome plane loads of visitors from around the world. Myanmar’s turnaround from pariah state to becoming this year’s must-see destination has been remarkable. Much of the country is untouched and rich in both historic and architectural heritage. There is plenty to discover for the tourist who wants to go off the beaten track. Myanmar is one of the world’s most devout Buddhist nations – the majority of Burmese are Buddhists and the 100-meter-tall Shwedagon is their most sacred temple. Legend says it enshrines eight of Buddha’s hairs, that were given to two merchant brothers by Buddha himself. At times the pagoda has also served as a rallying point and a source of strength against the former military regime, or as in the 1920s and 1930s resistance to British Colonial rule. The architectural heritage of Yangon is rich and evidence of the former British Empire is almost at every corner. Buildings from the colonial era stretch out across the city, telling stories of a time long gone. 23
Yangon has one of the highest number of colonial period buildings in all of south-east Asia, built during the British rule in Burma, which lasted from 1824 to 1948. Buildings like the City Hall, the former High Court and Stand Hotel attract many visitors.
Bagan, ancient city in the Mandalay region – A journey through Myanmar inspires silence. And there is one journey in particular that in the 19th century inspired young poet Rudyard Kipling to write his poem “On the Road to Mandalay”. Traveling along the lifeblood of the country – the river Irrawaddy – feels like being on a trek back in time. Along the river there are fishing villages where life hasn’t changed for decades. The cruise along the river gets you to places not so easily reached by car or rail. But there is one destination that leaves every visitor breathless – Bagan. Began is an ancient city situated in central Myanmar, in the region of Mandalay. Considered one of the world’s most spectacular and significant archaeological sites, it consists of more than 2000 pagodas and temples built by the kinds of Bagan between the 11th and 13th centuries.
Myanmar’s bizarre capital – The purpose-built city of Naypyidaw – unveiled a little over a decade ago – boasts 20lane highways, golf courses, a safari park, a zoo complete with air-conditioned penguin habitat, fast Wi-Fi and reliable electricity. The only thing it doesn’t seem to have is people. The vast highways are completely empty and there is a stillness to the air. Nothing moves. Officially, the city’s population is 1 million, but many doubt this is anywhere close to the true figure. On a bright Sunday afternoon, the streets are silent, restaurants and hotel lobbies empty. Welcome to one of the worlds most peculiar capital cities. Built from scratch in the middle of rice paddies and sugar-cane fields, Naypyidaw (often translated as “Seat of the King”) was unveiled as Burma’s new capital in November 2005, by the then military regime. Myanmar is one of south-east Asia’s largest nations, with a population of more than 52 million. With 135 different ethnic groups calling Myanmar home, it is also one of the world’s most diverse countries and a country of contrasts. Well worth a visit.
Italy – Culture, Art, Culinary,
Italy is so much more than a bucket list country. Not only does it consistently top just about every list of most desirable travel destinations, but people return again and again. And it’s really not surprising. Italy offers visitors such an extensive variety of experiences that you probably don’t even know half of them exist.
Ask an Italian where in the world they would most like to live, and the odds are they will say “right here”. Indeed, most people – not just Italians – have raved about Italy since tourism began, and to be honest the country really does have it all; one of the most diverse and beautiful landscapes in Europe, the world’s greatest hoard of art treasures (many on display in fittingly spectacular cities and buildings); a climate that is on the whole benign; and, most important of all for many, a delicious and authentic national cuisine. The old cliches still ring true; once you’ve visited, you may never want to travel anywhere else.
region than to the nation as a whole – something manifest in its different cuisines, dialects, landscapes and often varying standards of living. However, if there is a single national Italian characteristic, it’s to embrace life to the full – in the hundreds of local festivals taking place across the country on any given day to celebrate a saint or the local harvest; in the importance placed on good food; in the obsession with clothes and image, and in the daily ritual of the collective evening stroll or passeggiata – a sociable affair celebrated by young and old alike in every town and village across the country.
Italy might be the world’s most celebrated tourst destination,but it only became a unified state in 1861, and as a result Italians often feel more loyalty to their
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able remnants of the Roman Empire all over the country, notably in Rome itself, and every region retains its own relics of an artistic tradition generally acknowledged to be among the world’s richest. We’ve yet to meet anyone who has traveled Italy and been disappointed. Steeped in history from the days of Troy to the present, this is a country diverse in its natural beauty from the highest corner of the Alps down to the Mediterranean coast. Spend your day’s people watching in the famed piazzas or wandering the churches, which are filled with Renaissance masterpieces. At night book a table at a slow food restaurant, but just make sure you save room for gelato. Few countries offer the variety and diversity of Italy: mountains, sparkling coastlines, ancient history and
sumptuous cuisine. Whether you’re strolling through the great art cities of Tuscany and Umbria, or admiring the rolling hills and ancient forests of Venetia with their amazing array of beautiful wild flowers, a holiday in Italy will give you a taste of a seductive way of life that will leave you wanting more. Italy is a country that defines beauty, history and culture. Enjoy a relaxing gondola ride through the canals of Venice or visit the ruins of Pompei. Take in the breathtaking elegance and style of Milan to the romantic and ancient Rome, and the stunning beach towns that sparkle along the Amalfi Coast there’s something for every visitor to indulge in.
and culture. Lose yourself in the green rolling hills of Tuscany, bathed in the orange glow of the setting sun, and sip a succulent limoncello while taking in the sapphire surf of the sea. Marvel at the fantastical cream-colored figures of the Trevi Fountain, and relax at a neighborhood trattoria with a ruby-red glass of the country’s best Chianti. This isn’t a place where you go to vacation – this is a place where you go to live.
Italy is a country that’s as varied as the palettes of its great Renaissance artists, awash with color
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West Edmonton Mall
Welcome to West Edmonton Mall, North America’s largest shopping and entertainment centre, with more than 800 stores and services. It’s also one of Alberta’s top tourist destinations with over 30 million visitors a year. Covering some 48 city blocks (the size of 115 football fields) West Edmonton Mall is, in itself, a tourist destination where the weather’s perfect 365 days a year and there is something for everyone!.
This amazing place features Galaxyland, the world’s largest indoor amusement park with more than 24 spectacular rides. Experience “the most intense ride in Canada” the world’s largest indoor tripleloop rollercoaster, the Mindbender. The world’s largest indoor wave pool, World Waterpark, features more than 17 unique waterslides and play features. Tsunami is now open at World Waterpark which is a simulated surfing attraction that allows you to surf an endless wave in a controlled environment. World Waterpark’s newest attraction Hurricane is also open. It’s an inflatable ball within a ball that contains water and rotates – you enter the inner ball and run or slide in the water as
the ball spins. It’s one of only 15 in the world and the 1st in Canada!
Explore marine life at Sea Life Caverns — an underground aquarium that is home to more than 100 species of fish, sharks, sea turtles, penguins, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates — and at Sea Lions’ Rock, home to four California sea lions that perform daily. Galaxy Quest, 7D Experience provides the thrill of a roller coaster and the excitement of an interactive shooting gallery – all without leaving your seat in the state-of-the-art digital theatre with surround sound, 3D effects and the newest in laser technology. Compete to achieve the highest score in the theatre as everyone tries to eliminate the bad robot cowboys, or survive the zombie apocalypse. The sharpshooter with the best aim will have their picture displayed on the big screen. The Ice Palace provides everything from recreational skating to figure skating to hockey and special non-ice events, the action is always exciting under the glittering glass dome on the National Hockey League-sized Ice Palace.
Climb aboard the Santa Maria, an exact replica of Christopher Columbus’ flagship for his first voyage across the Atlantic Ocean in 1492, for a photo opportunity or to host an event. The Santa Maria is the perfect setting for themed birthday parties, as well as for intimate wedding receptions and corporate events. Full catering services are available from Fantasyland Hotel. Looking for entertainment? Try your luck at the incredible Las Vegas-style Palace Casino. You can watch today’s best blockbusters on one of 13 big screens or enjoy an amazing IMAX 3D movie. Pamper yourself in one of the mall’s spas, or visit Jubilations Live Dinner Theatre. Dance the night away in a club, or take a stroll down Bourbon Street, where every day is Mardi Gras. Make your visit complete with a couple nights in a theme room at Fantasyland Hotel, or choose comfort and convenience for your family at the West Edmonton Mall Inn. Whatever the season, West Edmonton Mall is a must-see destination, a vacation experience of a lifetime. 26
Burnaby Village Museum Summer Season Visitors are welcome into the businesses and homes of our 1920s village, take in demonstrations, explore on their own or join a guided tour. All ages are welcome to take a whirl on the vintage carousel. Our 1912 Interurban tram is elegant and worth visiting. Amenities include a Carousel Gift Shop, picnic tables and an Ice-Cream Parlour which offers light menu options and sweet treats. There are lots of activities for visitors to take part in throughout the whole summer. New opportunities include: • explore the refreshed Then and Now display in the Stride Studios which, through photographs, looks at changes in our community over the past century • visit the recently relaunched Drug Store display and discover that, in the 1920s, the cure was often worse than the disease • stop and chat, with our Gardener-in-Residence, about the NEW Demonstration Chinese Ca-
nadian Market Garden
Guests are encouraged to enhance their visit by participating in one, or more, of the Passports to Exploring options:
Made to Measure Use your feet to estimate distance, practice fractions using a wheel of cheese, and have fun learning about measurement. Pick up a “Made to Measure” activity, at our entrances, to explore the Village and try out oldfashioned measuring devices.
The Adventure Guide: Our Village The booklet will lead Adventurers through hands-on activities, crafts and puzzles all around the Village. Plus enjoy a carousel ride! Available at the gates for $6/guide (includes taxes). Recommended for ages 8yrs and older or 5yrs with an adult.
NEW! The Village Adventure Pack In the canvas back pack is an Adventure Guide, two carousel rides, and a voucher for a large ice cream cone. The carousel magnet, water bottle, the back pack and your completed Guide will make wonderful mementos. Available at the gates for $19.50/pack (includes taxes).
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are young herring preserved in a piquant brine of vinegar, sugar and spices. This recipe features herring brined for two days. Easy to make and surprisingly delicate, it’s more reminiscent of sashimi than commercially pickled herring. Here, it’s served alongside vivid green accents of apple, celeryand tarragon that reflect Vancouver’s treasure trove of produce.
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons lemon oil (or additional extra-virgin olive oil) Juice of ½ lemon Salt and pepper, to taste Sugar, to taste 2 slices pumpernickel, cut into Ÿ-inch dice
Directions for Matjes: Serves 4 • Whisk olive and lemon oils with lemon juice. Add salt, pepper and sugar, to taste. Set aside. • Heat oven to 350˚F. Toss pumpernickel cubes with canola oil to coat. Bake for 5 minutes, or until crispy. • Toss frisee with vinaigrette. Divide among four plates. Arrange apples, celery and chives on plates. Top with pumpernickel cubes, matjes and tarragon emulsion.
2 teaspoons canola oil 1 head frisÊe, separated into bite-sized pieces 1 green apple, sliced š/ -inch thick 3 stalks celery, sliced diagonally š/ -inch thick 1 bunch chives
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Ingredients for Matjes:
Ingredients for Matjes:
1¾ pounds raw herring or sardine fillets
2 cups olive oil
1 cup white wine vinegar
2 egg yolks, preferably organic
¾ cup white wine
1 heaping teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ cup sugar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
Juice of ½ lemon
1 teaspoon peppercorns
Salt, to taste
3 bay leaves
½ teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 large white onion, thinly sliced
Directions for Tarragon Emulsion:
Directions for Matjes: • Remove any bones from fish, using tweezers, if necessary. In medium saucepan, combine all ingredients except onion. Boil for 5 minutes. Remove brine from heat, cool and chill in refrigerator. • In ceramic or glass container, stack alternating layers of herring and onion slices. Pour chilled brine over each layer. Allow herring to cure in refrigerator for 2 days before serving.
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• In bowl, whisk egg yolks with mustard. Add half of olive oil in slow, steady stream while whisking constantly, until emulsified. Add vinegar to loosen mixture. Continue to whisk, and slowly add remaining oil. Whisk in lemon juice and add salt, to taste. Finish with tarragon.
Pair It Kruger-Rumpf 2015 Pittersberg Grosses Gewächs Riesling (Nahe). Daniel Klintworth, general manager of Bauhaus, suggests this medium-bodied, dry Riesling. With hints of apricots and a bone-dry finish, it can stand up to the bold flavors of cured herring without overpowering its delicate nuances.
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Yes, Germany Does Make Good Red Wine On your next or first trip to Germany take a brief respite from the many liters of beer you will probably be consuming to order a glass of German wine as a nightcap. You maybe shocked when the glass that arrives is not white, but red. “They make red wine in Germany?” you ask, puzzled. “Is it any good?” It’s true. German winemakers do produce red wine, and yes, it’s quite good. The quality is actually rising with each vintage. Red grapes now account for over a third of vineyard plantings in Germany, which might surprise those who automatically associate the country with its signature Riesling grape. That doesn’t mean that red wine is new to Germany, however. Some red grapes were documented in the country as far back as the 14th century. But whereas red German wine was historically a sweet wine, and more recently thought to be pale, thin, and acidic, today German reds can be complex, long-aging, and downright intense. While most of Germany’s regions have classically cool climates, rising world temperatures and careful, sun-drenched site selection now allow red grapes to fully ripen. Enthusiastic young winemakers and increased interest in varietal German reds like Spätburgunder, Dornfelder, and Portugieser are making these once-rare wines increasingly available outside Germany. There’s no doubt that it is physically possible to produce high-quality red wine in Germany, as the Germans themselves well know. But when red grapes need to compete for top vineyard sites with prized grapes like Riesling, they have to put up a tough fight. As praise and demand for German reds grow internationally, however, we’re betting on seeing more of Germany’s top red varietals in your local wine shops.
Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir) Germany’s most heralded red grape is one of the most popular worldwide: Pinot Noir, or Spätburgunder, as it’s known locally. In fact, Germany is the globe’s third-largest producer of Pinot Noir after France and the United States. While Spätburgunder is found in several of Germany’s regions, it is most closely associated with the warm, southerly Baden area, located just across the border from Alsace in France. Dornfelder Unlike some offbeat varieties, it’s simple to trace the origin of the Dornfelder, Germany’s second-most-popular red grape. Dornfelder was purposefully created in 1955 by a German grape breeder to add color to the country’s classically pale red wines. Perhaps because it was designed to be a blending grape, varietal Dornfelder wines are still uncommon, though producers feel the grape has great potential. Everyday Dornfelder wines from areas like the Pfalz and the Rheinhessen tend to be fresh and fruity, with a slightly floral quality, while top versions can gain complexity, richness, and spice from barrel aging. 30
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