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Magnolia Hotel & Spa: Explore Victoria’s Inner Harbour & Stay in Style

Throw a stone from the Inner Harbour in Victoria, BC, and it will skip to the door of the Magnolia Hotel & Spa on the corner of Courtney and Gordon Streets. Amongst the historic buildings on the block, the brick and stone facade of the hotel is slightly anonymous, which plays well for those seeking...

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Fairmont Banff Springs: Over a Century of Class & Culture ☆ Folio.YVR Issue 14

Standing tall and elegant amongst the lush forest of spruce and pine, the Fairmont Banff Springs is the heart of Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With majestic mountains and flowing rivers visible from almost every angle, the property reaches the Bow River, is flanked by Mount Rundle and is home to one...

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Resorts World Las Vegas: Las Vegas’ Most Inclusive Vacation Location

Resorts World Las Vegas (RWLV), the Strip’s newest integrated resort to open in over a decade, offers travellers a world-class high-tech ’resort within a resort’ experience that welcomes cash, credit cards and cryptocurrency and takes wagers with a mobile wallet. Situated at the north end of the Strip where the iconic Stardust once ruled, it...

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Paradox Hotel Vancouver: Playground for the Affluent Trendsetters

Centrally located on the edge of the city’s West End, Paradox Hotel Vancouver is no ordinary building, as it was designed by a world-renowned Canadian architect and celebrated local luminary, Arthur Erickson. The 69-story tower is Vancouver’s second-tallest building and a landmark on the city’s skyline. The iconic twisting tower is stunning not only on...

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Folio.YVR Issue #7: Kwitonda Lodge – Luxury & Conservation Coexistence

The Singita Kwitonda Lodge calls one of the most incredible landscapes on earth home, and it is quickly gaining worldwide notoriety for its ecological treasures and world-class accommodations. This corner of northern Rwanda bordering Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo is exceptionally breathtaking, especially for a country that has earned the nickname The...

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SPHERE: Las Vegas Launches the Newest Wonder of the World

This past September, as our incredible Resorts World LV experience ended, the drive to the airport was interrupted by an astonishing site. A large black sphere dome appeared in front of us. Our driver quickly explained that this was ‘The Sphere’ where mega-band U2 had been practicing for a week in preparation for the official launch....

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Are You Ready to ‘Stay in Style’ with Fairmont Pacific Rim x Dior?

Fairmont Pacific Rim invites you to step into the wondrous wintery world. One where enchantment meets extravagance as it partners with Dior to deliver the most splendid seasonal gift of all, the ‘Stay in Style’ package for two. Crafted for a duo of dreamers, this two-night experience begins on the exclusive Fairmont Gold floor, a hotel within a...

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Into the Lavender Haze: Fairmont Empress Debuts a Collection of Lavender-Infused Experiences

Fairmont Empress is introducing ‘Into the Lavender Haze,’ a collection of limited-edition experiences designed to set the stage for an enchanting and romantic retreat. The exclusive offering comes to fruition following Empress 1908 Indigo Gin’s viral social media trend, making it the hit elixir for fans celebrating one of history’s most famous sold-out tours. Fairmont Empress, Canada’s Castle on...

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Fairmont Pacific Rim Launches ‘The Nordic Spa’ Wellness Retreat with Thermal Spa

The Fairmont Pacific Rim has announced the launch of Vancouver’s newest wellness retreat, The Nordic Spa. The outdoor thermal spa is a transformative healing experience immersed in nature, offering unparalleled full-body rejuvenation and restoration. Located on the hotel’s sixth-floor pool deck and surrounded by harbour and mountain views, The Nordic Spa invites guests to journey...

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Celebrating 20 Years! Enjoy a Staycation at OPUS Boutique Hotel in Yaletown

Within 50 feet of the Yaletown Skytrain station is one of Vancouver’s hidden hotel gems. Visitors to our beautiful city can find the OPUS Vancouver tucked above a (soon to launch) French chocolate shop and Capo & Spritz, a highly-reviewed inspired Italian restaurant. Get distracted by the hustle and bustle, and you may miss it!...

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Magnolia Hotel & Spa: Explore Victoria’s Inner Harbour & Stay in Style

Fairmont Banff Springs: Over a Century of Class & Culture ☆ Folio.YVR Issue 14

Resorts World Las Vegas: Las Vegas’ Most Inclusive Vacation Location

Paradox Hotel Vancouver: Playground for the Affluent Trendsetters

Folio.YVR Issue #7: Kwitonda Lodge – Luxury & Conservation Coexistence

SPHERE: Las Vegas Launches the Newest Wonder of the World

Are You Ready to ‘Stay in Style’ with Fairmont Pacific Rim x Dior?

Into the Lavender Haze: Fairmont Empress Debuts a Collection of Lavender-Infused Experiences

Fairmont Pacific Rim Launches ‘The Nordic Spa’ Wellness Retreat with Thermal Spa

Celebrating 20 Years! Enjoy a Staycation at OPUS Boutique Hotel in Yaletown

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