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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 32 now a park with an ice skating rink in winter, fountains and a wading pool in summer, and a remarkable piece of public art: a life-size sculpture of the “Famous Five,” the five Alberta women who fought for the rights granted to “persons” under Canadian law to be extended to women. The sculpture depicts the women—two seated, three standing—toasting their victory with a cup of tea; one holds up the October 1929 newspaper reporting the court’s ruling: “Women are persons.” History Buffs, Nature Lovers And Casino Enthusiasts Olympic Plaza borders Stephen Avenue Walk, a five-block thoroughfare that is limited to pedestrians during the day. Most of its buildings date to the turn of the last century and now house stores, restaurants and pubs. Enjoy it just for the history-infused stroll, or for the shopping and dining. Be sure to go to the top floor of TD Square, a retail and office complex along Stephen Avenue Walk, for the Devonian Gardens (www.calgary.ca/parks/devonian), which are free to the public. Fountains, statuary, colorful flowers, trellises, footbridges, waterfalls, koi ponds and more than 125 plant ABOVE: Calgary’s Devonian Gardens contains more than 125 different types of plantlife BELOW: Calgary’s old (left) and new (right) City Halls are near Olympic Plaza, which features a skating rink in the winter varieties fill the 2.5-acre botanic space, which also displays paintings and wood carvings. PHOTOS BY ADRIENNE ONOFRI From Stephen Avenue, it takes about 15 minutes to walk to Stampede Park, home of the world-famous Calgary Stampede (www. calgarystampede.com) every July. Scheduled this year for July 4-13, the Stampede features a carnival midway, chuckwagon races, extremesports demonstrations, concerts, native crafts and performances and plenty of rodeo action. The Stampede Casino (www.stampedecasino. com), on the Stampede grounds, and Elbow River Casino (www.elbowrivercasino.com), across the street, both offer table games, hundreds of slot machines, 24-hour poker, restaurants, bars and live entertainment year-round. The Stampede is one stop out of downtown on the C-Train, but if visitors walk, they can stop by Chocolaterie Bernard Callebaut (www. bernardcallebaut.com) en route for a factory tour and a little indulgence in the shop. To learn about more things to see and do in the Calgary area, go to www.tourismcalgary.com. The travel agent liaison at the tourism office is Barry Dane, manager of leisure sales (barryd@ tourismcalgary.com, 403-750-2391). I CONNECTING YOU For more information about Calgary and other sites in Canada, visit www.travelagentcentral.com/Canada April 28, 2008 TravelAgent | 35 http://www/calgary.ca/parks/devonians http://www.calgarystampede.com http://www.calgarystampede.com http://www.calgarystampede.com http://www.stampedecasino.com http://www.stampedecasino.com http://www.stampedecasino.com http://www.elbowrivercasino.com http://www.bernardcallebaut.com http://www.bernardcallebaut.com http://www.bernardcallebaut.com http://www.tourismcalgary.com http://www.travelagentcentral.com/Canada

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Travel Agent - April 28, 2008 Online Now Contents Contributors From the Editor Africa: Where to Stay in the Gateway to Southern Africa South Pacific/Australia: Luxury Lodges in Queensland and Tasmania Pacific/Asia: Shanghai, China’s Cosmopolitan Powerhouse, Sees New Hotel and Cruise Development Canada: Downtown Calgary is Easy to Get Around and Filled with Historic and Cultural Attractions California: Laguna Beach Blends Culture with Coastal Beauty Florida: Golf, History, Food and Fun Defined Our Stay at the Renaissance Resort in St. Augustine Las Vegas: Vegas Hotels Gamble on the Allure of Men’s Grooming Pacific Northwest: Washington Inns Emphasize Local Charm Mexico: Tulum Comes Into its Own as a Luxury Destination Europe: Cruising the Mosel and Rhine Rivers with Amadeus Waterways Rudi Schreiner, President of Amadeus Waterways, Talks about River Cruises Caribbean: Travel Agent Reports From the Dominican Annual Tourism Exchange The Slot Spot: Gaming at the Casino Dominicus Cruise: Suppliers and Businesses Use Ships as Springboards to Satisfy Enthusiasts’ Hobbies and Passions Key Legal Decisions Will Affect the Future of Alaska’s Cruise Industry Cover Story: Exclusive Beach Destinations Hotels: The Girlfriend Getaway is an Exploding Market Agent Profile: Sabine Harris’ Personal Touch Provides a Memorable Experience Virtual Tourism: New Websites Give a New View of Tourist Destinations Agenda: Fam Trips, Deals & Incentives, Calendar Anguilla’s Cap Juluca Sold Aloha Airlines is Grounded Exorbitant Hotel Rates Make Alternatives More Appealing Koepf takes Helm at NACTA, Plans to Expand Membership In the Spotlight Classified Marketplace Editorial Index Advertising Index Trendwatch

Travel Agent - April 28, 2008

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