Source The holiday season is a time to spend with loved ones. Family dinners, friends meeting and catching up over a drink or two at the pub, and a plethora of board games, games of charades, and more. Tis the season to put the smartphones down and talk face-to-face. But in today’s world, it’s never that easy, is it? Be it by trying to cheat … [Read more...]
Greyhound to consider refunds after Christmas Eve debacle
Greyhound says it will consider refunds, but not across-the-board refunds, following a Christmas Eve debacle that stranded dozens of passengers in Kamloops. They'd been trying to to get from Vancouver to Calgary for Christmas. The company says it will discuss potential refunds with passengers one by one. The passengers say they didn't get a clear … [Read more...]
Many Malahat crashes on Christmas Day
Eight people ended up in hospital for Christmas on Vancouver Island. That as a result of multiple car crashes on the Malahat Highway. Apart from those injured, many other cars lacking winter tires or chains ended up stranded on the side of the road. The highway was shut down for several hours as a result of the accidents. CKNW Vancouver News … [Read more...]
What it’s Like: Christmas in Naples
Christmas is magical in Naples, which starts from December 8th. Market vendors set up on Via San Gregorio Armeno, iconic nativity scenes are found all over town, and fairy lights line the narrow streets. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
What it’s Like: Christmas in Osaka
Despite not being a Christian nation, Japan has taken a liking to celebrating Christmas. They go big with lights, trees, German-inspired markets, and...traditional KFC-sponsored Christmas feasts. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
What it’s Like: Christmas in Rome
What does the holiday season bring to Rome? Understated celebration, with lights strung up on Via Condotti, a beautiful tree in St. Peter's Square, and the iconic Christmas fair in Piazza Navona. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
What it’s Like: Christmas in Paris
As the holidays approach, every city and town is getting in the spirit. With ice skating rinks, charming markets, and beautiful window displays, this is a local's take on what Paris is like at Christmastime. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
Christmas cards for crooks in Abbotsford
Even the bad guys are getting Christmas cards this year. At least, those who've dealt with Abbotsford Police. The holiday greetings are being sent to prolific offenders, property offenders and known gangsters in what's being called "Operation Resolution. " The cards include a message it's … [Read more...]
Union Gospel Christmas dinner gives sense of community
The Union Gospel Mission is serving up its 72nd annual Christmas dinner to Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Glenn Golding graduated from a UGM rehab program after struggling with addiction, and says events like these could help others in a tough spot. "It’s all about hope, right? When you have hope given back to you there's an … [Read more...]