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An Introduction…

Posted September 2nd, 2010 | 8:00 am | By Jennifer Haskett | 5 Comments

My fiancé Dave and I on our engagement day.

Allow me to introduce myself: I’m Jenn, Art Director and Contributing Editor for Weddingbells. I’m also a bride-to-be! With just under three months left until my wedding day (November 23^rdat the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn, California), and a strapless dress on order, I wanted to kick-start my workout to look California-girl-gorgeous! So when I was presented with an opportunity to participate in a bootcamp, I jumped at the chance to team up with the crew at Best Body Bootcamp.

WEEK ONE

Apparently bootcamp happens in the AM. Really early. Before work, before coffee, before sunshine. But it’s Day 1, and I’m up! Although I’m nervous (and hating my workout wardrobe), I am also excited to, well, have my butt-kicked. I arrive at the park (my bootcamp is outside) and meet my trainer Roger who’s also the owner of Best Body Bootcamp. I have tons of questions for him—I’m pretty sure he’s wondering what he has signed himself up for. When he reviews the routine with me which includes “scorpions,” “suicides,” and “sumo squats,” I’m wondering what I signed myself up for. Read the rest of this entry »

planning » rosie's ideas

Spook-tacular Hotels

Posted October 23rd, 2009 | 8:30 am | By Roseanne Dela Rosa | 2 Comments

Find out why room 202 at the Fort Garry in Winnipeg is "spooky".

I was going to save this post for Halloween, BUT, I was too impatient, so I’m sharing it with you today. Besides, it’s only like what, a week away until Halloween, right? So, to get all of you in the “spooky spirit”, I thought I’d share this interesting article that I read on 13 of the Spookiest Hotels in Canada reported by TripAtlas.com. Read the rest of this entry »

blogger search » luxury

Rocky Mountain “I Dos”

Posted September 16th, 2009 | 6:00 am | By Stephanie Gray | 29 Comments

My name is Amy Higdon and I am marrying my best friend Ryan Mullens on September 18, 2010. I know most people say they marry their best friend, but I believe Ryan and I have a very unique friendship and love.

Ryan and I met back in 2002 at Mount Royal College. We were in “Introduction to Computers,” a really boring class we had to take as a part of our Criminology degree. Ryan passed me a modem in class and at that moment he became my best friend. We did everything together. We were in the same classes; went on trips; learned guitar; attended family functions and we graduated from college together. We even went into the child and youth care field together, and worked together. Ryan and I both have dedicated our lives since college to counseling youth who are faced with abuse, prostitution, drugs, homelessness and many other issues. It is a real gift to be able to share your passion with the person you love. Read the rest of this entry »

fun » starry-eyed

Montreal Love-In

Posted July 3rd, 2009 | 1:00 pm | By Stephanie Gray | No Comments

Fairmont Queen Elizabeth in Montreal

John and Yoko had their famous “Bed-in for Peace” in 1969 at this downtown Montreal hotel and while I definitely think it’s worth your time to cozy up in one of the suites (maybe the legendary #1742), you must also take time to explore this chic and romantic city. I’m off to Montreal this weekend and while I won’t be spending it recording hippie anthems at the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth, à la John and Yoko, instead I’ll be checking out the Jazz Fest and possibly some other celeb-worthy spots I recently discovered. Read the rest of this entry »

planning » eco-chic ideas

Fairmont

Posted November 2nd, 2007 | 6:00 am | By Weddingbells | No Comments

Fairmont Hotels and Resorts offer a variety of eco-chic options for your green wedding. A pioneer in responsible tourism practices, for years Fairmont has incorporated energy efficient lighting, water-conserving shower heads and toilet aerators in all of their hotels.

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