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7 of the Best Halloween Parties and Celebrations Around the WorldThese seven Halloween celebrations serve up bone-chilling frights, spooky spectacle, and costumed festivities galore Read more

Claire Bullen5 min read

Things to Do in Ottawa This FallIn Ottawa, the arrival of fall brings with it a picturesque palette of autumnal foliage and cool, crisp conditions that make being outdoors a delight. Here are just a few ways to make the most out a fall trip to Canada’s capital.Read more

Mandy Hegarty2 min read

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Overlooking the Ottawa River, Canada’s capital has its fair share of government buildings and history museums, but it''s more than that. Music festivals light up the city, and its diverse residents add to the vibrant atmosphere. The large city contains many distinct neighborhoods, each with their own particular atmosphere and lots of space to unwind. The city sits on the traditional lands of the Anishinaabe Algonquin Nation.

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