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Debra Smith



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Debra Smith is a travel writer, photographer, cat lover and chocoholic from Calgary, Alberta. A true blue Canadian, her happy place in winter is a beach far away from her messy office. For travel stories, tips, hotel reviews and more, visit her website at WhereToLady.com and follow her on Instagram @where.to.lady

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A Toast to Getting Toasty – Fireside Dining in Banff and Lake Louise

Posted on: February 27, 2020

Fireside Dining in Banff and Lake Louise Mountain settings and fireplaces go together like hot chocolate and marshmallows. While it seems that every restaurant from Banff to Lake Louise has a stone fireplace, a cast iron stove, or a fire pit, some add an outstanding dining experience to that romantic
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Explore Florence by Foot

Posted on: November 28, 2019

There are so many things to love about Florence, especially its walkable historic centre. See how easy it is to visit all the major sites, plus some lesser-known gems using these behind the scenes tips to explore Florence. What to See Florence offers up such a bountiful bouquet of art
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California’s Screamin’ – Three Verrry Scarrry Theme Parks at Halloween

Posted on: October 14, 2019

When fall comes creeping into Cali, it takes its time. In the daytime, it’s all sunnies and shorts, but at night you’ll feel a chill in your bones. Hotels seem eerily empty, which makes shoulder season a great time to dig up a deal. If you love Hallowe’en, get a
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Star in Your Own (Vacation) Production, Hollywood Style!

Posted on: September 30, 2019

There’s so much to see and do in Los Angeles that you might feel like you need a personal assistant to get you around. Here are some DIY scenarios to get you from the beaches to the back lots in style. Location, Location If you’d like a family-friendly neighbourhood close
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A Star is Born – 1 Hotel West Hollywood

Posted on: August 12, 2019

True Green A lot of hotels say they’re environmentally responsible. Most of the time that consists of not changing the sheets or towels unless you ask them to. That’s not really being green in my book. I recently had the pleasure of staying at a genuinely environmentally conscious hotel –
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Solo et Duo Venice Photo Gallery

Posted on: August 8, 2019

The sun was setting over the lagoon in Venice as the gold-trimmed, black gondola I was riding in glided into a darkening canal, as gently as a leaf spinning on a pond. As the gondolier guided his craft alongside candlelit waterfront restaurants and under ancient bridges, I could see the
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Venice, The City of Love, Solo and Duo

Posted on: August 8, 2019

The sun was setting over the lagoon in Venice and the gold-trimmed black gondola I was riding in glided into a darkening canal as gently as a leaf spinning on a pond. As the gondolier guided his craft alongside candlelit waterfront restaurants and under ancient bridges, I could see the
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Mother and Daughter Time in Ka’anapali Maui

Posted on: May 9, 2019

Make the most of mother and daughter time in Maui with new attractions, fabulous resorts, fun shopping and fine dining in beautiful Ka’anapali. According to ancient legends, the god Maui created the Hawai’ian islands by dragging them up from the seabed with his magical fishhook. I felt like Maui hooked
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In and Out of The Loop in Chicago

Posted on: February 21, 2019

Have you heard of “The Loop”? Many of Chicago’s must-see sights are found in this eight by five block area in the heart of downtown – including the Theatre District. Enjoy everything from current Broadway hits to spirited revivals during 2019’s celebration of The Year of Chicago Theatre.  Venture outside The Loop
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Stars, Bars and Guitars in Nashville – America’s Music City

Posted on: December 6, 2018

“Roll into town, step off the bus / Shake off the ‘where you came from’ dust / Grab your guitar, walk down the street / Sign says Nashville, Tennessee.” – Jason Aldean “My friend’s brother has a recording studio and I can stay with her while I’m looking for gigs.”
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