The recent announcement that Canada has received Approved Designation Status (ADS) from the People’s Republic of China is welcome news for heritage tourism in B.C.Previously, marketing organizations like the Canadian Tourism Commission were unable to promote directly to Chinese consumers.  Now with ADS, the CTC will implement a robust action plan to leverage the growing interest of Chinese travelers to Canada, many of whom are eager to...
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Heritage BC has been appointed to a provincial Steering Committee to oversee plans to celebrate the 100th anniversary of BC Parks.In 2011, BC Parks will reach a significant milestone in our history as we celebrate our 100 year anniversary.  BC Parks is planning a memorable celebration; we hope that community groups and other interested citizens will join us in honouring our past!  BC Parks will host a variety of events and activities, accompanied...
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NEW HERITAGE TOURISM WEBSITE LAUNCHED :It is now easier than ever to take a trip through time to British Columbia’s past with the help of a new website launched by the Heritage Tourism Alliance of BC. The site www.timetravelbc.com puts the province’s heritage experiences at traveler’s fingertips, so they can plan activities and itineraries with ease.“Heritage tourism is an important component of cultural tourism, one of the...
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Heritage BC is pleased to announce the launch of a new interactive website that explores the people, places and events at over 100 Stops of Interest throughout the province — www.heritagebc.com.The original ‘Stops of Interest’ plaques have a special place in the hearts of many travellers. It was developed for the provincial centennial in 1958 to mark sites of historic significance. Over the years, signs were added sporadically –...
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If you would like your community to get involved in the heritage tourism business in B.C., a good place to start is with the Principles To Guide The Heritage Tourism Industry developed by the ICOMOS International Scientific Committee on Cultural Tourism.  These are a few of its findings and recommendations:Since domestic and international tourism is among the foremost vehicles for cultural exchange, conservation should provide responsible and...
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