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January
2012
Written by:
Amélie Racine

Albergo diffuso: An alternative form of hospitality

Buildings located in historic areas are given a second life as they welcome visitors eager to learn about and experience local culture. This is the albergo diffuso, an Italian concept that combines the very old with the contemporary. Concept An albergo diffuso is a type of accommodation that offers the services of a traditional hotel [...]

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Capitalize on winter!

January 5, 2012 Written by: Claudine Barry

While some Quebeckers dream of beaches and a turquoise sea with the approach of winter, outdoor enthusiasts look forward to the first snowfall. However, sporting types are not the only people who can take advantage of cold-weather outdoor activities. Winter also means Christmas fairs, winter festivals, winter fruit picking or even sliding downhill in a [...]

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What’s new and different in spas

December 19, 2011 Written by: Maïthé Levasseur

A successful innovation combines something new and different with something that consumers need. All spas try to offer a memorable experience and, even more importantly, tangible results in terms of client health and well-being. In their push to innovate, spas are trying to differentiate themselves with luxurious decors, unique or green architecture, exclusive treatments and [...]

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Mountain destinations: Trends and best practices in tourism

October 29, 2011 Written by: Aude Lenoir

In the past few years, mountain resorts have been engaged in a mad scramble to become four-season tourist destinations. Gone are the days when mountain resorts relied solely on skiing to maximize the return on their investment. According to a 2011 survey conducted by Ski Area Management (SAM) magazine of 100 North American ski resorts, [...]

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Tourist Taxis

October 4, 2011 Written by: Amélie Racine

The following text is a translation of the French original, which can be found at: (Les taxis touristiques)   Taxi drivers interact with many tourists on a daily basis and sometimes even constitute the first human contact a visitor has on arriving at his or her destination. This realization of the importance of their role [...]

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The Power of Photography in the Digital Age

August 8, 2011 Written by: Claudine Barry

With digital cameras, online sharing, and tools for improving, transforming and distributing images, the photograph remains an indispensable means for capturing intangible memories like travel experiences. It can also be the deciding factor in arousing interest in a destination, attraction or hotel. Up to 78% of people say that pictures of hotels and hotel rooms [...]

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