Winnipeg Travel Forum

My husband and I are gong to Churchill in October. We live in Minnesota, so we're just planning to drive to Winnipeg and take the flight to Churchill from there. Can anyone suggest a good, cheap and safe place to leave our car? We will be staying a couple of nights in Winnipeg, so our hotel may be an option, but we're not sure where we'll be staying yet. The airport is also probably an option, but I'm guessing that's expensive. If there are any better ideas we'd love to hear them.

We're also looking for suggestions on the best way to spend a few hours on a Sunday morning. That's the only time we'll actually be free to do things in Winnipeg, but I imagine a lot of things will be closed...

Thanks!

Can anyone advise me whether it is safe to stay at the Malborough Hotel in downtown Winnipeg. We don't have a car as we are flying into Winnipeg. Is it a safe part of town? Most of the reviews say downtown Winnipeg is crime ridden. Which part of Winnipeg is safe? Please advise.

I've got a trip up there in a few weeks and wanted to know where a good area to stay is in? Also, can anyone recommend some good bars/lounges/clubs ect...that are a little nicer. Somewhere the young professionals go.
Thanks

Can you inform me as to the exact location of Crescent Pk. off Pembina Highway in Ft. Garry , MB ? Thanking you in advance ,
Len Penner
lenthehandyman@yahoo.ca

I am coming to Winnipeg, from North Dakota for a concert in July at the MTS Centre.
I know there are some safety concerns in downtown Winnipeg.

Where would be the best/safest parking spots for a concert at the MTS Centre to best avoid car theft, panhandlers, etc?

Thanks

I will be flying into Winnipeg this July and need to get to Winnipeg Beach. Does anyone know of any sort of transportation to get me from the airport to the beach? Unfortunately, I won't be quite old enough to rent a car.

Hello all,
I've posted a tentative vt meet for winnipeg in April 2008. Let me know if you're interested.
Cheers :)

I'm thinking of moving from Calgary to Winnipeg . Recently visited and had some concerns about the city, ie; employment, crime, etc... I can handle the cold, but what is the quality of life really like. Is there a lot of rational tension between the native and non-native population. Downtown did seem a bit bleak with a disenfranchised, drunks hanging around. Although Calgary has its share of the same problem (maybe less visible). As well, can anyone give me an idea of what Winnipeg is like for artists?

Is there any web-site which can tell me all the different locations, dates, times of Texas Hold'em tournaments in Winnipeg. And is there a amateur poker league in Manitoba?

We are going through Winnipeg in May and would like to tour the Royal Canadian Mint. We only have one day there, is there anything else we can fit in, or something more fun than the Mint? Thanks.

How much does it cost to rent or buy a paddle wheel boat???

We will be in Winnipeg with a 10 and 14 year old on New Years Eve. Any recommendations?

I am looking for a camping pass--anyone looking to sell one for some reason? Thank-you

We are travelling from Saskatoon to Nova Scotia. We would like ot make a pit stop in both Winnipeg and London. I hear the best way to do this would be to drive down through the states, hitting Chicago. Does anyone know how long this would take? Any helpful hints? Thanks.

I want more SNOW -- the kind of snow and the kind of long winters I remember as a child in the midwestern United States. I like cold and beautiful snows. Is Winnipeg a good choice?

I want to spend some time in Winnipeg around real and ordinary people in a common neighborhood. Where do I seek this setting. I've never been to Canada before. It's a fantacy of mine to eventually retire there.

I'am looking for the name of the Hamburger Franchise west of the U. of Winnipeg off Portage and west of that Printing Place, but I can't remember the name. I know someone who works there name Spiro. I'd like to send him something.

Thanks

What are some nice areas in winnipeg? Is there alot of place with cheap rent?

I am going in 2 weeks and I need to know if I will need coats and stuff. I am hoping you will all say no but I can take the truth.....
Thanks

VT member birchy99 (from Oregon) is coming to Winnipeg for a dog show to show his wife and his bearded collies.

We are planning a VT meeting - this would be the third VT meeting that has been
held in Winnipeg, usually whenever a VT member from afar comes to visit. So
far, meetings have included spouses or significant others if people wish.

VT members always seem to have something to chat about. It is always cool to
compare notes on each others trips. It will be fun!

The date will be August 4th (Thursday evening) at 7:30pm at The Keg, 1275
Pembina Hwy (south Winnipeg). Mark it on your calendars.

Visit our meeting page at: http://meetings.virtualtourist.com/meeting-1923-1-0-902705-Winnipeg---meeting.html and sign yourself up so we can ensure we have reserved enough places at the table. Email me if you require any further information.

See you there!

Is there any truth to the rumour that in the summer time a pack of large mosquitoes can work together to pick up a small dog?

This is what I've heard,

Robert

I am off to Winnipeg for a family wedding in August and was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for what I should egt up to during my week there. Hopefully family should have some ideas but often it is good to get out alone and meet people. Any ideas very welcome as to what might be on around the end of August as well as any irrelevent news!!!

Thanks!!!

I am taking a flight from Toronto to Vancouver in July, and will have to stay one night in Winnipeg for tranfer. I'll arrive at Winnipeg late (10pm) and leave the next morning (flight at 6:30am). All I need is a bed to sleep.
Are there some inexpensive motels around the airport? Thanks!

I am taking a flight from Toronto to Vancouver in July, and will have to stay one night in Winnipeg for tranfer. I'll arrive at Winnipeg late (10pm) and leave the next morning (flight at 6:30am). All I need is a bed to sleep.
Are there some inexpensive motels around the airport? Thanks!

I am taking a flight from Toronto to Vancouver in July, and will have to stay one night in Winnipeg for tranfer. I'll arrive at Winnipeg late (10pm) and leave the next morning (flight at 6:30am). All I need is a bed to sleep.
Are there some inexpensive motels around the airport? Thanks!

I'm coming to Winnipeg 6th-8th April during a 3 week train trip across Canada.

Been checking the weather and see that it's been -12 at night, which being from England where we don't get proper winters, I'm not used to! How cold is this?! Will I be alright in normal clothing, i.e jeans, shirt, warm jacket, hat & gloves?!

Also, any recommendations for a hotel fairly near to the train station, and ice hockey arena (off to watch Manotoba Moose 2&1/2 hours after arrival). One that's decent but not too expensive.

Thanks

Hello

Can anyone recommend a furnished apartment in Winnipeg downtown for about 8 weeks? We are moving to the area for dental school and are looking for something like this while our stuff is being shipped over.

Cheers

WG

Looking for accomodation in Winnipeg first half of April.

Cable TV, hi-speed internet, microwave would be an added bonus.

Any suggestions? Thanks.

im looking for a link to this park...
Relic

hi,,,,i'm visiting winnipeg again anytime from now, and how i to find western profile company bcos i'm only a tourist and i don't drive.