I was recently in Nanaimo, BC, a small town on Vancouver Island. Or so I thought. This small city is actually thriving with hot clothing stores and high-end restaurants. I was pleasantly surprised by the accessories I picked up and…
Author Archive for Lori Henry
Lori Henry is a dancer and author based in Vancouver, Canada. Her latest book is Dancing Through History: In Search of the Stories that Define Canada.
Baffin Island Travel, Nunavut
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In September, I went on an incredible expedition cruise with Adventure Canada to Baffin Island, Nunavut (Canada). You can read my posts about the trip starting here. I was on assignment for Suite101.com and have finally completed the three-article series…
Shopping in Toronto, ON
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I spent five days in Toronto, Canada, on a holiday shopping press trip. It was a good way to get into the Christmas spirit early. Restaurants had holiday menus and stores were just launching their holiday decorations and displays. Holt…
Macy Gray and Patti LaBelle at Holt Renfew, Toronto
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On Wednesday night, a mild Toronto evening, I was so enthused about Holt Renfrew’s holiday window unveiling. I had spent the day at Holt learning about their fabulous personal shopping services, and was told that Macy Gray and Patti LaBelle…
Vancouver Canucks Game
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It’s a crazy night for Vancouver Canucks fans. I’m listening to the game against Anaheim Ducks on the Team 1040 radio station. It’s insane. Completely insane. Right now it’s 6-5 for the Canucks, after both teams scored seven goals combined…
Salmonella Poisoning in Mexico
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My time in Tulum, Mexico was a pretty neat experience, all considering. The souvenir I was hoping not to bring back, though, was salmonella poisoning. I got confirmation from the Doctor’s office yesterday that I did, indeed, bring some salmonella…