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Edmonton, Canada
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West End is a part of Edmonton. It is probably most known for West Edmonton Mall, which is the largest mall in North America. It is a largely suburban area built mostly in the 1970s, with the exclusion of the west central, inner suburbs like Crestwood and Glenora.
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Laurier Park
It's on the river valley and is a nice park to sit and enjoy.
350 animals on 110 acres, including (according to its critics) "the northernmost captive elephant in the world". A nice small mix of animals and a quiet experience.
For three weeks in December, 8 blocks of residential get transformed into a big Christmas light display. Houses bring out their best lights and decorations. Many people drive the street, but you can also walk as an alternative way to enjoy an Edmonton tradition. It is best to view after dark (Sunset is around 5PM in December) so everything can be seen in action. Visitors are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food donation to place in boxes set up along the lane for the Edmonton Food Bank, a charity that helps families in need.
(Public: 6220 yards, par 72) This course is embedded in the Lewis Estates housing development, and most of the fairways snake between rows of homes. Some "wild" fairways cut through the natural forest that still exists in the middle of the first nine holes, and they are a welcome respite from the fences, yards, and all-too-vulnerable windows of the remaining holes.
Well kept theatre, at busy times expect to wait in lines (especially concession). The picture of the screen is very good. Shows the standard of regular Blockbuster movies.
Open in the Summer and Fall.
Good American food, with a modern atmosphere. Accessible directly from the WEM parking lot.
A steakhouse and seafood place.
Casual cafe that serves Indian food. Leader in innovation accepting Bitcoin (Lightning) as payment for many years.
Italian restaurant.
Typical Western cuisine done in a moderately upscale fashion.
Popular with truckers or people just staying the night. Good quality, and good highway access and awesome prices.
Luxurious suites and friendly staff-definitely a good deal.
Separate from the mall but part of the mall property. An excellent alternative if the Fantasyland Hotel is too much for your budget.
The hotel features 4 restaurants, an on-site casino, 2 NHL-sized hockey rinks, indoor pool, and state-of-the-art fitness centre.
Perhaps one of the most unusual hotels in Canada, featuring exotically themed rooms such as Hollywood, African Safari, Polynesian, Trucks, Trains, and so on. It is convenient if you plan to spend several days inside the enormous shopping center.
formerly Mayfield Inn
Quality rooms, consistent with the best of this brand. A few surrounding eateries. No practical public transport or shuttles, but a large, free parking lot. Attached to a theatre, with a bar and restaurant in the foyer.
WEM
Largest mall in North America with an indoor amusement park, waterpark, ice-rink, minigolf, and bowling. "Bourbon St" is an indoor eat-street and food court. It's a very much a mix of locals and tourists here - everything from luxury brands to value shopping can be found inside.
Power centre, suburban shopping.
Power centres, suburban shopping. The two power centres are separated by 99 Ave.
Power centre, suburban shopping.
By bus
Using bus in the area is relatively simple. Only recent developments do not have bus connections. Bus waits are usually between 7 (peak)-45 (night)minutes. Check ETS for times and routes.
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