http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com News from Sunshine Coast Bed and Breakfast, Cottage Owners Association en Copyright (c) 1999-2010 Sunshine Coast Bed and Breakfast, Cottage Owners Association web@bbsunshinecoast.com PawPrint XDe News Tue, 20 Jul 2010 13:27:29 -0700 120 http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=354 http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=354 Now that the 2010 Winter Olympic Games are over it seems like life has returned to normal in our province. But, as expected, it is still on the minds of everyone at the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and the Arts. A recent article from Tourism 2010, the branch of the Ministry directly involved with 2010 Games, reports that BC "score[ed] top marks by all indicators for its coordinated marketing approach to maximize the benefits of hosting an Olympic Games." By all accounts visitors to our province ... http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=353 http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=353 Have you been to the Sunshine Coast of BC? It's absolutely spectacular! From it's beautiful coastline to fine dining, adventure and culture. The Sunshine Coast really has it all...Want to know more? http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=352 http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=352 Gibsons Sailing School would like to invite SCBBCOA Members to "A Sailing Afternoon"...a chance to introduce you to the joys of sailing. There are 2 boats, the 36ft "Sailing Still" and the 28ft "Django". Greg & Gillie are offering sailing tours in Howe Sound and would love for you to be able to recommend the experience to your guests. Please RSVP: president@bbsunshinecoast.com as space is limited. http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=351 http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=351 July 2010 Newsletter http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=350 http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=350 There will be a Public Information Meeting on the "Hotel/Conference Centre Attraction" and "What Can Local Governments do?". The following are the details: http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=349 http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=349 You are invited to attended the Best Coast Initiatives (BCI) Annual General Meeting: http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=348 http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=348 Tourism British Columbia may have already contacted you to enroll for the 2011 Approved Accommodation component of the HelloBC(r) Listings Program. We wish to ensure you are aware of this program and its benefits to you and our community. The Approved Accommodation Program includes a listing on HelloBC.com and in the full colour 2011 Approved Accommodation Guide, delivered in early 2011 and available to visitors at the Visitor Centre. Why Enroll? Say hello to over 8 million consumers. Enrol... http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=347 http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=347 FOR MEMBERS OF TOURISM BC Do you have a special promotional offer that you want to share with over 5.5 million consumers in the planning stages of their trip to British Columbia? If so, you can now list your offer on www.hellobc.com for FREE! In response to the tourism industry's requests to post special offers and promotions on our consumer website, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture & the Arts (Tourism British Columbia) has launched their "Special Offers" program. Consumers will see a summ... http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=346 http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=346 On June 11, Honeysuckle Rose Cottage received a call from a call centre based outfit in the eastern USA offering off season bookings from police departments who arrange all their gravel through this outfit - called The Force Group Network http://www.vacationrentalscommunity.com/forums/t/2025.aspx they had noted that HRC's property was gay friendly, she said. As the script rolled on it became clear that this was a scam - plus Francis typed the name of the outfit into google and got a site with ... http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=344 http://www.bbsunshinecoast.com/news/index.php?action=view&nid=344 June 2010 Newsletter