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Winnipeg, Manitoba

Manitoba, one of Canada's prairie provinces, means “great spirit” in the native language. Largely flat, the province is blessed with over 110,000 lakes and the clearest skies in the country. Winnipeg, capital of the province, is the eighth largest city in Canada and home to over 60 percent of Manitoba's residents.

Winnipeg is a vibrant city offering visitors and residents a variety of entertainment and sophisticated restaurants and shopping. With two Best Western Hotels in the city, pick the most convenient for your itinerary and enjoy your visit to Winnipeg. Home of the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, the Royal Canadian Mint, various museums, galleries and theatre, there are events for every interest.

Winnipeg has been crowned the Slurpee Capital of the World for a record tenth year in a row, perhaps Winnipeggers are so used to the cold they don't suffer ice freeze headaches. Seriously, the CBC Winnipeg Comedy Festival runs April 6th through April 11th. Comedy performers are hosted at threatre venues across Winnipeg. The theme “2010 A Comedy Odyssey” brings a longer and larger festival, to cure the winter's cabin fever.

The Winnipeg International Children's Festival, held early June, makes a good family outing. Held at the forks, the festival goal is to enrich children's lives through the arts. Featuring a schedule full of positive entertainment and education, this is a perfect environment and event for the whole family. Visitors are treated to clowns, circus acts, acrobatic along with arts, music and theatre all gear for children – Don't let your kids miss this.

The Royal Winnipeg Ballet celebrates in 70th anniversary in 2010 with a gala on Saturday April 10th. A memorable evening with a reception, dinner, dancing and silent auction, emceed by the school's founding director David Moroni. Classic fairy tales is performed with 1950's twist and has received excellent reviews across Canada – take in the ballet for a wonderful night out.

The Winnipeg Jewish Theatre presents another outstanding cultural event April 29th through May 9th. The world premier of the comedy Some Things You Keep by Alix Sobler with be performed at the Berney Theatre. This is the culmination of the 2007 commission by the WJT – come support Manitoba's talented theatre professionals in this new comedy set in Winnipeg.

The Best Western Pembina Inn and Suites and the Best Western Charter House Hotel are conveniently located in downtown Winnipeg and have ideal accommodations for a visit to the city. Whether it's a night out on the town, a week end away or a family vacation, affordable rates make Best Western Hotels an excellent choice. Enjoy Winnipeg with Best Western.