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Sun Dek Motel in Medicine Hat, Alberta
On July 2, 1966 a woman named Maude wrote a postcard to a couple in New York state. More than fifty-five years later it found its way into the hands of DanOCan and started him unraveling a mystery that spans … Continue reading
A Brief History of the Bluebird Motel in Claresholm, Alberta
If you travel Highway 2 between Calgary and Lethbridge, you undoubtedly have seen the Bluebird Motel. It is on the north end of Claresholm on the west side of the highway. The sign proudly proclaims “Old Fashioned Hospitality since 1947”. … Continue reading
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Montana Motels and Mermaids
When it comes to traveler accommodations, there are two main trends we see today. The first is blandness. The market is dominated by large chains run by faceless corporations which strive to provide the same experience no matter where you … Continue reading