California agency Cruises Cruises Cruises is promoting a Vamps at Sea sailing to Alaska from Vancouver in June.
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On the seas: vampire cruise
Talk about a cruise that sucks: California agency Cruises Cruises Cruises is promoting a Vamps at Sea sailing from Vancouver to Alaska aboard Holland America's Zuiderdam next June. Don't worry about getting bitten in the dark. Midsummer northern daylight lasts nearly around the clock. Dacre Stoker, a great-grand-nephew of Dracula author Bram Stoker, will be aboard. Events will include a Vampire Ball, trivia contests and a Q&A with guests from the world of vampires. Details: vampsatsea.com.
In the wallet: money over green
The environment is not a priority for the majority of Canadians when they travel. According to a Green Travel Poll conducted by the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation, only 17 per cent have taken an eco-friendly trip. But six out of 10 people say they would consider one if the price was the same as a conventional vacation. To encourage green travel, TD FEF is offering a chance at winning three eco-friendly trips (value $12,000 to $15,000) to Canadians who sign up for its free e-newsletter. Details: www.tdfef.com.
At the theme park: Angry Birds rides?
Rumour has it that Disney is considering a film and attraction based on the popular video game app Angry Birds. But that hasn't stopped a Chinese theme park from opening its own version without the permission of Rovio, the Finnish-based creator. (A recent report, however, indicates Rovio may be considering a partnership with the park.) In the theme park, visitors use a slingshot catapult to shoot toy birds Angry Birds at pig balloons. An official of Changsha's Window on the World park says its real-life game could be extended beyond its planned Sept. 30 closing date. But Rovio's lawyers may have something to say about that.
Sources: TD FEF, Cruises Cruises Cruises, Huffpost Travel
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