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April 2015

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Vancouver - a City of Superlatives

Vancouver, British Columbia is known as Canada's Emerald Jewel because of its lush rain forests and unparalleled natural beauty in an urban setting. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a cultural buff, visiting on business or strictly for pleasure, Vancouver has plenty to do year round. The city boasts the best and biggest attractions in many categories, making it a draw for business and vacation travelers.

Continue reading to find out what in places and activities in Vancouver are the largest, oldest and most outstanding.

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HOTEL SPOTLIGHT

Fairmont Pacific Rim

Located in the heart of the historic port and financial district, the Fairmont Pacific Rim has unobstructed views of the harbor and mountains.

On Fairmont Gold, the hotel within a hotel, enjoy private check-in, concierge and butler services, complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea, and canap�s during cocktail hour in the private lounge.

Hotel Services:

Five star services and amenities
Lobby Lounge featuring live entertainment
Pan-Asian bistro and Italian-inspired cafe and winebar
Willow Stream Spa, fitness center, meditation pods

Exclusive Virtuoso Amenities

Upgrade on arrival
Daily full breakfast
$100 CAD spa or food and beverage credit

9 Traits Learned From Travel That Will Impress Your Boss

I'm sure I'm not the first to tell you that travel is good for you. Mark Twain said it. J.P. Morgan said it. Even Dalai Lama said it. Travel makes you a more well-rounded and interesting person - which will certainly serve you well holding up your end of conversation at a cocktail party, but did you know it can help you at work, too?

Continue reading 9 Traits Learned from Travel that Will Impress Your Boss on our Travel Maestro blog.

News and Tips For Business, Meeting & Event Travelers

GBTA Joins Opposition to Proposed Airport Tax Hike GBTA

American Airlines and US Airways Merging Loyalty Programs American Airlines

Daily Cost of Business Travel in 200 Cities Business Travel News

5 Productivity Tips for Your Next Business Trip Hubspot

U.S. Gov to Stop Adding Extra Pages to U.S. Passports TDS

Important Visa & Documentation Changes

Egypt now requires all visas to be obtained before arrival. Visas are no longer issued at the airport.

Beijing, China offers a 72-hour visa-free transit for foreign visitors connecting through Beijing and holding a third country visa. Apply at the immigration inspection station upon arrival for a visa-free 72-hour stopover.

South Africa will require birth certificates of children under 18 and affidavits from parents granting permission to travel. Undocumented minors will be denied boarding effective June 1, 2015.

New Location. Same Great Service.

We are happy to announce the successful move of our Innsbrook Headquarters Office to our new and larger space:

4800 Cox Road, Suite 200

Glen Allen (Richmond), Virginia 23060

We look forward to welcoming you there Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

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Covington Travel

804-495-4850

Three Virginia locations: Charlottesville Glen Allen Richmond

www.covingtontravel.com [email protected]