Canadian World Traveller
Now in our 17th year of publishing, Canadian World Traveller explores the culture and history of worldwide destinations, sharing the adventure of discovery with our readers and motivating them to make their travel dreams a reality. Published quarterly, CWT helps sophisticated, independent Canadian travellers choose their next destination by offering a lively blend of intelligent, informative articles and tantalizing photographic images from our World’s best destinations, cruises, accommodations and activities to suit every traveller's taste.
Now in our 17th year of publishing, Canadian World Traveller explores the culture and history of worldwide destinations, sharing the adventure of discovery with our readers and motivating them to make their travel dreams a reality. Published quarterly, CWT helps sophisticated, independent Canadian travellers choose their next destination by offering a lively blend of intelligent, informative articles and tantalizing photographic images from our World’s best destinations, cruises, accommodations and activities to suit every traveller's taste.
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Sweet Dreams Around the <strong>World</strong><br />
Stay & Play Section<br />
SilverStar Resort<br />
Staying and Playing in an Enchanted Mountain Village<br />
Jennifer Merrick<br />
“I’m in the pages of a fairy tale,” I thought when I first set eyes on SilverStar Resort<br />
in Okanagan, British Columbia.<br />
Soft powdered snow fell softly; its pure white hue contrasting against the colourful<br />
blue, purple and gold buildings of the compact village. Evergreens of all sizes were<br />
so covered with cotton-ball-like snow that the trees looked liked ghosts. Young families,<br />
cool snowboarders and retired folks all mingled. Some carried their skis and<br />
others their coffees. but nobody was in a hurry. Best of all, as the resort was located<br />
half-way up the mountain, we were right in the middle of a peaked landscape<br />
with view after enchanting view of the Monashee mountain range.<br />
Magical. But one can only gawk for so long. Now it was time to start playing in this<br />
snowy fairy land.<br />
Ski<br />
The sheer size of the ski terrain with four distinct mountain faces and 132 runs<br />
meant that slopes and the lifts are never crowded. Nordic skiing is top-notch with<br />
joint trail networks of Sovereign Lake Nordic Club and SilverStar Mountain resort<br />
offering over 105km of daily groomed trails. For thrill seekers, the back side of the<br />
mountain provides 1,900 acres of steep, black and double-black runs. What every<br />
skier appreciates is the champagne powder snow that the resort is famous for (a<br />
whopping 23 feet falls annually).<br />
Stay<br />
Hotels, lodges condos and holiday homes are some of the numerous accommodation<br />
options available at SilverStar. We stayed at the Snowbird Lodge, a deluxe<br />
condo unit with full kitchen, fireplace and my fave feature -- a private hot tub.<br />
Amenities also included a 24-seat theatre, gymnasium, kid’s playground and a skiin<br />
ski-out location in which you can step out of the door directly unto the slopes.<br />
Celebrate<br />
“We are so excited to host our second annual SEISMIC Spring Mountain Festival<br />
next March,” said Chantelle Deacon, SilverStar’s communication manager. The<br />
festival brings together sports, art, culture and community into one seismic 10-day<br />
event. 2020 will be bigger and better with competitive action on the slopes, as well<br />
as art, live music and tasting and dinner events throughout the village. A happily<br />
ever after ending to the 2020 season to be sure.<br />
The Burrard Hotel<br />
by Jessica Percy Campbell<br />
Photos: Martin Tessler<br />
With a SkyTrain stop never more than a few<br />
blocks away, Vancouver is an eco-conscious<br />
and pedestrian-friendly destination<br />
for both business and leisure travelers<br />
alike. Situated in the city’s exciting West<br />
End, The Burrard is ideally located for<br />
exploring the city on foot. Fitness buffs will<br />
also rejoice at the complimentary Steve<br />
Nash gym passes and cruiser bikes supplied<br />
by the hotel.<br />
Once a 1950’s motor inn, the overall<br />
design stays true to its roots with retro neon<br />
signage and courtyard palm trees reminiscent<br />
of old Hollywood movies. The atmosphere<br />
is casual-cool, where guests can<br />
unwind in their delightful patio garden.<br />
Striking a balance between classic and<br />
contemporary, newly-renovated rooms are<br />
stylized with hipster chic décor and modern<br />
amenities.<br />
Looking for nightlife? Granville’s classic<br />
theaters and Yaletown’s local pubs are<br />
steps away, and animal lovers will appreciate<br />
that this fun and funky hotel is petfriendly,<br />
too.<br />
www.theburrard.com<br />
www.skisilverstar.com<br />
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