April 20, 2024

Commando Santa Claus card not going over well with some

The Santa Claus card from Abbotsford police featuring the jolly old elf in SWAT gear and holding weapons is not going over well with some. Abbotsford Mayor Bruce Banman says he has recieved a complaint from someone who didn't like Saint Nicholas to be carting around a machine gun. Banman says Abbotsford police chief Bob Rich, who posed in the Santa … [Read more...]

Thousands gather in Downtown Vancouver for annual Santa Claus Parade

Thousands lined the streets of Vancouver to take in the Santa Claus parade. Marching bands, floats and blaring festive music. It all came together to create a party atmosphere in the downtown core. As for the kids? They were all waiting on one man. "Santa! Santa. Santa. Santa." In the end, Santa made the kids wait until nearly 3:00 before showing … [Read more...]

Santa making a stop in Vancouver for 9th annual parade

Sunday is the ninth annual Santa Claus parade.  This means getting around in the downtown core could also be a little tricky, if you don't have a sleigh. Santa Claus is coming to Vancouver, rain or shine at 1pm. Translink is warning people to plan ahead of time and come early if they want to catch a glimpse of Kris Kringle . The parade route … [Read more...]

Exclusive Deal at the Shore Hotel, Santa Monica

Need an excuse to hit the beach in Santa Monica? This exclusive deal should do the trick. The brand spanking new Shore Hotel is offering up the beach and its spoils for less, just to Fodors.com. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]

What to Wear: Surfer Style in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz has got a lot going for it, what with laidback bohemian vibes, world-class swells, and a Michelin-starred eatery. Take it all in without making a fashion misstep with these top tips. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]

Style Tips for a Perfect Weekend in Santa Fe

With desert landscapes, stunning vistas, and unforgettable pink-orange sunsets, Santa Fe is the perfect weekend escape. Here's what to pack for a stylish Southwest getaway. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]

Casting News: Romeo, Writers, Frank, Santa

Romeo and Juliet Paul Giamatti has joined the cast of Carlo Carlei's adaptation of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" in the role of the mentor-like Friar Lawrence. "Downton Abbey" creator Julian Fellowes penned the script. Hailee Steinfeld and Douglas Booth have already been cast to play the ill-fated lovers in the project. Ed Westwick and Kodi … [Read more...]

Santa Claus Parade

Kris Kringle was the biggest hit in downtown Vancouver Sunday.The man in the big red suit wowed thousands of children who sprang to their feet in excitement at his arrival. "Santa's really cool, Santa's the best person in the world." Santa spread Christmas cheer to almost 300,000 people who lined the streets of Georgia and Burrard. CKNW Vancouver … [Read more...]

Occupying Santa

Apparently there’s no room for carolling and reindeer at Occupy Vancouver. The organizers of the Rogers Santa Claus Parade announced yesterday that the annual event on Dec. 4 will be rerouted away from the Vancouver Art Gallery because the grounds are “not available this year.” On Tuesday, Vancouver city council decided it wouldn’t force the … [Read more...]

Occupy Vancouver disrupts Santa!

  It appears Santa Claus is having to re-route because of "Occupy Vancouver." The lawn of the art gallery is typically a family entertainment area during the Santa Claus parade. It also serves as a drop-off location for donations to the food bank. While the annual event isn't until December 4th, the city has told organizer the art gallery site … [Read more...]