If you know of a scrapbooking event or "scrapbook friendly" facility that should be included in our list, please contact us.
Are you looking at combining your scrapbooking leisure time with a special vacation? Or perhaps you're looking for a place to get away and create your own scrapbooking retreat with friends or family? Check out the upcoming events or the "scrapbook friendly" destinations we currently have listed.
Not only do these special trips offer the chance to scrap in some beautiful surroundings, but they're also what future scrapping projects are made from!
Younique Country Retreat (Guelph, Ontario)
Location: 7799 Wellington Country Road 22, RR 5, Guelph, ON (Highway 6 north between Guelph & Fergus)
Looking for an opportunity to get away with a few friends for some scrapbooking time? Younique is a "unique" opportunity for individuals to relax and enjoy some "me" time. No cooking, cleaning or worrying about the family - just time for you.
Weekend retreats can accommodate up to 8 individuals, and include accommodation from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon. All meals, drinks, snacks and use of studio and equipment is included. Day-time events can accommodate 10-12 people and include continental breakfast, lunch, snacks and beverages.
For additional information, visit the Younique Country Retreat web-site.
Bloomin' Inn Ranch (Pincher Creek, Alberta)
Location: Pincher Creek, Alberta (approx. 2 hours south of Calgary; 25 minutes north of Waterton National Park)
Your delightful destination for creative scrapbooking! Plan your next scrapbooking retreat with friends in the relaxed atmosphere of this award-winning centennial ranch that features unique guest rooms and cottages, fabulous meals and country decor.
The scrapbook workshop features a wide variety of scrapbook tools, lots of space and good lighting, plus has the added convenience of a fridge, microwave and many other on-site amenities. And, in case you need some extra supplies, their on-site store is fully stocked with the latest paper and embellishments.
Weekend getaways are offered every month of the year. For additional information, visit the Bloomin' Inn Ranch web-site.
That Country Place (Hanna, Alberta)
Location: 5 miles north of Hanna on Hwy 36N, Alberta
A great country retreat for a small scrapbooking group. That Country Place BnB is a separate building from Darrell and Dawna's home offering lots of privacy and comfort. The sunny breakfast room can be set up so scrapbookers have room to work on projects. All inclusive rate includes cozy accommodation, snacks and meals. Spa packages can also be arranged if you need to "take a break", enjoy a refreshing walk down the country roads, take in the prairie landscape and create more memories.
For additional information, call 403-854-2572 or visit That Country Place web-site.
Anderson House B & B (Oshawa, Ontario)
Location: 120 Columbus Road West, Oshawa, Ontario
This Country Victorian Bed & Breakfast has a private 600 square foot loft above the carriage house that is available for scrapbooking retreats. A warm, welcoming country Victorian home in a quaint village setting provides a great spot to relax and create!
For additional information, call 905-655-5264 or 905-440-5856. You can also review the amenities of the Anderson House B & B on the BBCanada.com web-site.
Scrapbook Lynne's (near Cremona, Alberta)
Location: Approx. 100 km north of Calgary on a four acre parcel just off of Range Road 5.0 and Big Prairie Road (about 1 km north of Cremona, AB)
Less than an hour's drive from the north edge of Calgary, Lynne's Scrapbook Retreat is nestled in the trees of four acres of beautiful countryside. This rocky mountain venue caters to small groups from two to six people and provides a quiet country setting for walks, hot tub soaks and meditative time - a true weekend getaway experience.
Single-day retreats, one night retreats and weekend retreats are available, and include all meals, water, pop & snacks; large, well-lit crafting spaces that can be customized to fit all your scrapbooking needs; access to a large selection of high-quality scrapbooking tools, punches & supplies; use of the computer, printer, scanner and photo printer.
For additional information and rates, visit Scrapbook Lynne's web-site.
November 14 - 21, 2010
Crop and Cruise Scrapbooking Cruise for Canadians (Western Caribbean)
Join Allison Orthner and friends for another ultimate scrapbooking cruise with an emphasis on photography!
The cruise ship is the Carnival Conquest, filled with entertainment, food and more fun that you can imagine for the whole family! Sailing out of Galveston, Texas you will enjoy three fun days at sea along with visits to three beautiful ports of call (Montego Bay, Grand Cayman and Cozumel).
Pricing varies depending on occupancy and cabin selection. Your cost includes accommodations on board the Carnival Conquest Cruise Ship; all taxes and port charges; meals; on-board entertainment; private cocktail parties; give-aways and more exclusive benefits for the Crop and Cruise group of scrapbookers and non-scrapbookers alike! A deposit of $500 per person is required to hold your spot and is fully refundable up to August 15, 2010.
For additional information, visit the Crop and Cruise web-site.
Cozy Lands - A Scrapbooking Retreat (Cambridge, Ontario)
Location: 12 Lands Court, Cambridge, Ontario
Cozy Lands is now open for business! Cozy Lands is not a huge place, but a cozy place, and can accommodate 4 - 6 people for weekends of fun, good food and lots of scrapping time. They can also accommodate 2 daytime croppers.
Your weekend retreat will include: a light dinner on Friday; a full breakfast on Saturday; lunch on Saturday; a 4 course dinner on Saturday; buffet style brunch on Sunday morning with homemade goodies; unlimited coffee; large selection of tea, hot chocolate, pop & bottled water; nightly treats and snacks. The cost is $195 per person for the weekend. The retreat runs from Friday at 6:00pm until Sunday at 2:00pm.
For additional information, visit the Cozy Lands web-site.
November 14 - 19, 2010
Crop-a-licious (Western Caribbean)
Finally ... a crop cruise for Ontario scrappers! Set sail aboard the Norwegian Dawn for a 5-day round-trip cruise from Miami. Take scrapbooking workshops on your days at sea and enjoy your days in port at some great destinations! It's a perfect blend of scrapbooking and a cruise vacation!
Prices range from$679 CDN to $919 CDN per person depending on state room chosen (based on double occupancy) and includes: government taxes, fees & port charges; accommodations; meals & snacks in many of the ship's dining venues; on-board entertainment; exclusive cocktail party; scrapbooking workshops; plenty of crop time; plenty of free time to enjoy the ship's amenities; and other scrapbooking group surprises to be revealed!
For additional information, visit the Crop-A-Licious web-site, or contact Ursula Umbrico-Braun (Scrapbooking Events Coordinator) at 1-888-969-9333, ext. 204 or send her an email.
September 10 - 17, 2010
Sailing with Scissors - A Cardmaker's Cruise (Alaska)
Sail to Alaska aboard Royal Caribbean's Rhapsody of the Seas! Cardmaking classes taught by some fanstastic instructors, along with other fun events such as swaps and contests will be held on sea days, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Alaska during your stops in Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan.
For additional information, visit the Sailing with Scissors - A Cardmaker's Cruise web-site, or send them an email.
September 25 -October 3, 2010
Scrap and Sail Cruise (Alaska)
Witness the world's most rugged landscape, incredible wildlife and enjoy unforgettable scrapbooking on this unique adventure! Cruise aboard NCL's America on their Sawyer Glacier Alaskan itinerary. Hosted by Shelley Wright, Creative Memories Consultant, your special vacation will include 3 all-day workshops!
For additional information, contact your travel counsellor, Alex Yates, at 250-590-9562 or send her an email.
Rustic Ridge Ranch & Lodge (Evansburg, Alberta)
Location: One hour north of Edmonton on the Cowboy Trail (Hwy 22)
Nestled on the Cowboy Trail, miles away from everyday hustle and bustle, you will find old-fashioned country hospitality at The Rustic Ridge Ranch & Lodge. The lodge offers an ideal place for retreats and workshops, with 2 meeting rooms available in addition to 800 square feet of retreat and workshop area. The dining room is separate from the workshop area so your hard work can be left out while you enjoy home-cooked meals.
For additional information, visit the Rustic Ridge & Lodge web-site.
Reimers Vineyard Cottage (Niagara-on-the Lake, Ontario)
Get away with a group of your scrapping friends in the beautiful Niagara-on-the Lake region! The cottage accommodates 6-8 people and features three bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, bathrooms, living room, laundry facility, linens, and a rear deck overlooking vineyards and the escarpment.
For additional details about the cottage, visit the Vacation Rentals web-site (listing #55717). Please indicate 'SCRAPBOOKER'S SPECIAL' in your request in order to obtain special pricing.
Wyldflower B & B (Qualicum Beach, British Columbia)
Location: Qualicum Beach, BC (east coast of Vancouver Island, a 2-hour ferry ride from Vancouver)
A wonderful weekend away in a beautiful and quaint setting to allow all creativity to reach new heights. What a better excuse to put aside our never-ending "to do lists", and focus on the passion of design. A place to escape for a little "me time" or simply to enjoy some memorable laughs and the hobby of scrapping with some of your closest friends. We welcome you to an undisturbed weekend complete with delicious home cooked meals, door prizes, and new people to meet who share your love of scrapbooking.
Simply bring your pjs, toothbrush and creativity and leave the rest up to us!! Don't forget comfortable casual clothing.
For additional information, visit the Wyldflower B & B web-site.
