The town of Jasper is in the heart of Jasper National Park. The park’s shimmering glaciers, abundant wildlife, crystal-clear lakes, thundering waterfalls, deep canyons and evergreen forest — all surrounded by towering mountains — are some of the reasons the park was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s one of only 15 such sites in Canada.

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Windstar’s small ships and personalized approach bring you closer to each destination and every port, so you can see the world from new perspectives. Share intimate moments away from the crowds, and immerse yourself in local, exotic cultures, all on a ship where surprise and delight are constant companions.

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What will hotel companies do in the wake of what has become the worst mass shooting in modern U.S. history? Forensic Security Expert, Fred Del Marva who specializes in the Hospitality Industry talks about what should be done.

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The Florida Keys have reopened to visitors after officials temporarily closed the island destination due to an unwelcome Sept. 10 visit from Hurricane Irma. While Key Largo and Key West were least impacted by the Category 4 storm, not all lodging, including RV resorts and other tourism facilities throughout the Keys, are operating on a normal basis. Potential visitors should call ahead to ensure hotels and their favorite attractions are open.

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The stylish and contemporary five-star Fitzwilliam Hotel is unlike any other hotel in Dublin. Located in the heart of the city center, offering a fitness center, beauty salon, and a small spa dedicated to a holistic approach exclusively for the guests. Travel Writer/Blogger Sally Pederson talks about her recent stay there and visit to Dublin. 

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After Hurricane Maria decimated Dominica and then ravaged Puerto Rico, Samaritan’s Purse has responded by sending a disaster assistance response team (DART) and emergency supplies to each island. You can help by donating.

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Travel writer Paula Worthington discusses her recent outdoor adventure in the Northwest Territories.

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The Avila Beach Hotel is a centrally located luxury beachfront resort in Willemstad on Curacao. It is the oldest operational hotel in Curacao and truly has an authentic soul.

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Not Just Tourists is the meeting point for travelers and donors. It’s where hospitals, clinics, and medical suppliers donate materials, and where those materials are packed into suitcases. Only after this are travelers able to take those suitcases and bring them to where they are most needed.

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The Napa Valley Wine Train offers a thirty-six mile round trip journey from Napa to St. Helena and back, lasting three hours, through beautiful Wine country and past famous and historic wineries.

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