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Vacation

Normand Schafer

Welcome to Vacation, the podcast that helps you plan the perfect getaway! Whether you"re dreaming of a relaxing beach escape, a thrilling city adventure, or a scenic road trip, we bring you the best tips and ideas to make it happen. Discover top destinations, hidden gems, and must-do activities to suit every travel style. From budget-friendly travel hacks to luxury resort recommendations, our expert advice will help you craft the ultimate vacation. Tune in to explore new places and plan your next

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00:15:07

Haida Gwaii Episode 10: A Soulful Escape—Mystic...

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2025/08/24

In this episode we talk about a vacation unlike any other—where the landscape is sacred, the forests sing, and time bends around the cedar remains of Haida longhouses. Join Norman Shaffer and guest Gidinjad, a Watchman and guide, as they lead you through the Guaihanes region's most spiritual destinations. From the healing pools of Hot Springs Island to the haunting echoes of Skedans, this is not just sightseeing—it’s soul-seeing. Book your journey into Haida heritage at

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00:09:37

Start or End Your Fiji Vacation in Style at Fiji Orchid

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2025/08/21

In this episode we talk about why Fiji Orchid is the perfect first or final stop on your Fiji journey. Just 20 minutes from Nadi Airport, it offers travelers a calm place to reset or reflect before jumping into — or out of — their big adventure. Normand Schafer explores how this garden retreat offers spa treatments, great food, and quiet time when you need it most.

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00:11:01

Haida Gwaii Episode 9: Skedans – Where Culture Meets...

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2025/08/17

In this episode, we talk about the tranquil beauty of Skedans, a place where vacation meets cultural awakening. Host Norm explores this Haida village with Watchman Melanie, who shares how the peaceful setting masks a rich, vibrant history of ceremonies, art, and life. Book your journey into Haida heritage at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover how you can walk through living Haida stories at Far and Away Adventures.comPerfect for travelers looking for more than just scenery,

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00:16:13

Haida Gwaii Episode 8: A Peaceful Pause in Skung...

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2025/08/17

In this episode, we talk about unplugging from the modern world and stepping into an ancient village where everything—from the cedar trees to the sea breeze—tells a story. Skung Gwaii is no ordinary vacation spot. It’s a place of reverence, reflection, and cultural revelation. Norm travels to this UNESCO World Heritage Site and meets Teresa Russ, a Haida Watchman who grew up immersed in traditional knowledge and now dedicates her life to preserving it. Book your journey into Haida heritage at

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00:12:10

Air Canada Strike Resolved: How to Save Your Vacation...

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2025/08/16

In this episode we talk about the Air Canada flight attendant strike, which has officially ended but continues to create headaches for travelers trying to enjoy their vacations. With Air Canada warning that it could take five to seven days for schedules to return to normal, many travelers are still facing cancellations, delays, or last-minute changes to their plans. For those who want to make sure their future vacations are protected and supported when disruptions happen, Far and Away Adventures is

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00:15:32

Vacation Starts in the Air: How Fiji Airways Designs...

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2025/08/14

In this episode we talk about how flight experiences shape the tone of your entire vacation. Host Normand Schafer interviews Fiji Airways’ network chief John Checketts to learn how the airline creates seamless connections that reduce stress and increase holiday time. From smooth layovers to onboard service timing, learn how your vacation starts before you even land.

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00:16:35

Haida Gwaii Episode 6.2: A Vacation That Changed a...

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2025/08/10

In this episode we talk about how an elder’s memories and a nation’s courage turned Windy Bay from a logging zone into one of Haida Gwaii’s most iconic cultural sites. Through vivid recollections of protest, negotiation, and ceremony, we follow the journey from the 1985 blockade to the carving of the Guayanes Legacy Pole in 2013. Book your journey into Haida heritage at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover how you can walk through living Haida stories at Far and Away

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00:09:17

Haida Gwaii Episode 7: The Hot Springs Escape – A...

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2025/08/10

In this episode we talk about a vacation destination that offers more than just relaxation. At Gandll K’in Gwaay.yaay, also known as Hot Water Island, visitors experience rejuvenation through sacred Haida traditions and geothermal beauty. Watchman Dalen Moody shares what it’s like to live and work in this peaceful paradise, where every soak is steeped in history. Book your journey into Haida heritage at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover how you can walk through living

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00:07:38

Vacation Reimagined: Digital Tools for a Seamless...

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2025/08/07

In this episode we talk about how Far Sight Innovations Consultancy is redefining what a vacation in the Pacific Islands can look like. Host Normand Schafer explores how digital innovation is streamlining everything from lodging searches to cultural etiquette tutorials—ensuring that travelers spend less time researching and more time enjoying paradise. For travelers who want meaningful moments with zero stress, this episode delivers the blueprint.

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00:09:22

Haida Gwaii Episode 6: The Day the Forest Spoke –...

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2025/08/03

In this episode, we talk about how a peaceful protest turned a threatened forest into a protected symbol of unity and pride. Reg Max Wesley, who lived through the 1985 blockade at Windy Bay, shares the emotional and cultural significance of the movement. We explore how that legacy is captured in the raising of the Legacy Pole and the rich cultural practices that surround it. Book your journey into Haida heritage at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover how you can walk through

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00:11:31

Haida Gwaii Episode 5: Vacationing Where Culture,...

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2025/08/03

In this episode we talk about a vacation unlike any other—one rooted in culture, history, and deep community ties. Our guest, Douglas Moody, grew up in Watchmen camps at sacred sites like Tanu, and now spends his days boating across the archipelago to support these same places. Book your journey into Haida heritage at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover how you can walk through living Haida stories at Far and Away Adventures.comWe explore the dramatic landscapes of Haida

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00:12:20

Soulful, Slow, and Connected: A Retreat with Duvata...

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2025/07/31

In this episode we talk about how the Duvata Collective experience creates a different kind of vacation — one rooted in story, nature, and genuine hospitality. Normand Schafer reflects on how guests unwind while learning, relax while exploring, and leave with more than they came for. If your idea of a great vacation includes deep meaning, this is your invitation.

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00:14:45

Haida Gwaii Episode 3: Culture‑Infused Explorations...

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2025/07/27

In this episode we talk about a vacation reimagined: one surrounded by culture, meaning, and wilderness beauty. Shelly Sansom, founder of Ocean Edge Expeditions, describes how she built guest experiences that blend meals in Haida elder homes, guided forest hikes, paddleboarding adventures, and visits to artist studios. Book your journey into Haida heritage at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover how you can walk through living Haida stories at Far and Away Adventures.comWhat

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00:16:36

Haida Gwaii Episode 4: Cultural Discovery & Nature in...

Vacation ·

2025/07/27

In this episode we talk about a vacation defined by ancestral stories, standing totem poles, and intentionally guided culture. Linda Tallis, Haida guide from Skidans, shares how guests experience Haida heritage through visits to poles, village reconstructions, forest trails, and coastal wilderness. Book your journey into Haida heritage at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover how you can walk through living Haida stories at Far and Away Adventures.comLinda recounts her return to

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00:07:51

Fiji with Meaning: Culture, Connection & a Different...

Vacation ·

2025/07/24

In this episode we talk about how Culture Village Fiji adds something essential to any tropical getaway — meaning. Host Normand Schafer reflects on how dancing with warriors and learning ancient chants gave his vacation a soul. If you’re looking for more than palm trees and piña coladas, this is the episode for you.

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00:15:40

Haida Gwaii Episode 1: Where Luxury Meets Wilderness

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2025/07/20

In this episode we talk about a new kind of vacation—one that blends comfort, connection, and wild beauty.Jeff Reynolds, expedition leader for Maple Leaf Adventures, walks us through voyages aboard catamarans, tugboats, and schooners, each offering a refined yet raw experience of British Columbia’s coastal wonders. Book your journey into Haida heritage at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover how you can walk through living Haida stories at Far and Away Adventures.comHear how

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00:13:34

Haida Gwaii Episode 2: Whale Watching and Wildlife –...

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2025/07/20

In this episode we talk with Josh Green, a naturalist and conservation biologist with Maple Leaf Expeditions, about what makes Haida Gwaii a top-tier destination for nature lovers. From watching orcas and humpbacks glide through calm coastal waters to exploring bird-rich forests filled with chickadees and flycatchers, Josh describes the ideal vacation for those seeking wildlife and tranquility. Book your journey into Haida heritage at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover how

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00:08:05

Laid-Back Luxury: Discovering Crusoe’s Charm

Vacation ·

2025/07/17

In this episode we talk about Crusoe’s Retreat as a dream destination for travelers seeking peace, privacy, and meaningful connection. Host Normand Schafer and GM Amina highlight the resort’s serene setting, friendly service, and cultural experiences that turn a vacation into something more memorable.

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00:09:01

First Impressions Matter: Start (or End) Your Fiji...

Vacation ·

2025/07/10

In this episode we talk about why Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay is ideal for the beginning or end of your Fijian holiday. Host Normand Schafer chats with Shristi Mala about how guests can soak in ocean views, sip cocktails by the pool, or rejuvenate in the spa just minutes from the airport. If you’re looking for convenience without compromise, this is the resort for you.

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00:09:38

Laid Back Luxury: Your Dream Escape to Castaway Island

Vacation ·

2025/07/03

In this episode we talk about the perfect vacation destination: Castaway Island Fiji. Host Normand Schafer uncovers what makes this resort ideal for couples, families, and solo travelers alike. You’ll hear about daily life on the island—lazy breakfasts, sunset cocktails, beach bonfires—and why Castaway is the ultimate place to disconnect and recharge.

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