Attorney General Shirley Bond confirms her office was caught off guard about the new RCMP compensation package as well – and was told what was likely supposed to be reassuring news. In a statement to CKNW, Bond says when she did learn of the wage hikes, she had her staff get in touch with Ottawa right away. And she says the federal government … [Read more...]
Know where to look for this colorful Costa Rican native
February 23, 2012 by
Costa Rica is known for its variety of wildlife, but you might need to seek out some of the shyer species. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
Know the best time to visit LA’s Olvera Street
November 12, 2011 by
To see LA's Olvera Street at its quietest, visit late on a weekday afternoon, when long shadows heighten the romantic feeling of the passageway. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
Know what to pack for Costa Rica’s Cerro de la Muerte
October 26, 2011 by
Night temperatures on the slopes of Cerro de la Muerte in Costa Rica can approach freezing. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
Christchurch Update: What You Need to Know
September 29, 2011 by
New Zealand's Christchurch has been hit by several earthquakes over the past year but most of the city—and the Canterbury region—is open for business. We've got the scoop on the state of local travel with a brief summary of dining, lodgings, and activities. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
Know the best spots in Paris to marvel at Notre-Dame
September 28, 2011 by
The most tranquil place to appreciate the architecture of Notre-Dame is from the lovely garden behind the cathedral, Square Jean-XXIII. By night, take a boat ride on the Seine for the best view—the lights at night are magnificent. See our Notre Dame review. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
Know where to look for unique wildlife when hiking in Costa Rica
September 20, 2011 by
The vibrantly colored red-eyed tree frog, like the white tent bat, sometimes rests on the underside of large jungle leaves; gently turn a few leaves over as you're hiking and take a peek. You might get lucky. Fodor's Travel Wire … [Read more...]
Anton wants to know where Olympic money went
September 18, 2011 by
The NPA's mayoral candidate is once again blasting Mayor Gregor Robertson over an alleged lack of accountability. Suzanne Anton claims she's been repeatedly denied access to reviewing the state of the city's Olympic Legacy Fund, a 20-million dollar fund that was set up to support Olympic-related costs and projects back in 2010. Anton says left-over … [Read more...]
Golfers. Now you know what “FORE” is for
September 15, 2011 by
It was just an errant golf ball. But it's caused alot of grief for two golfers, a golf course and the Alberta government. They've all ended up together in a BC Supreme Court lawsuit. David Bracko claims he suffered "severe injuries" when he was hit in the right eye by an "errant golf ball". In court documents he says Holly Pietrus hit a … [Read more...]
