Consumption of green beer goes up March 17th not only in Dublin, but in Toronto, Paris and even Shanghai, where revellers don green garb, hit the parade route or belly up to the bar to tip a pint. See how people around the globe celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

Keeping the party at home? Try these St. Patrick's Day drinks and recipes.

Lots of spring travel deals are popping up. From lodges and ski resorts to spas and city packages, this is a good time to bid farewell to winter blahs with a getaway.....and a more affordable one at that.

Here are some spring travel deals that looked like exceptional value. Keep checking, as it will be updated over the next few weeks and be sure to watch out for the "book by" date to avoid disappointment; many fill up quickly.

Related reading:

• Canada Spring Travel Deals 2010
• Canada in Spring

Canadians love a parade, especially one where the protocol is to go out afterward and drink tons of beer.

Larger cities, such as Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Calgary, to name just a few, will stage St. Patrick's Day Parades, and Irish Pubs across the country will be packed with revellers tipping back a pint of green brew.

Further Reading:
• Irish Pubs & Restaurants in Toronto
• Toronto St. Patrick's Day Parade 2010
• Montreal St. Patrick's Day Parade
• St. Patrick's Day in Vancouver

Photo courtesy Toronto St. Patrick's Day Parade

Toronto has an array of architecture that ranges from charming and historic to modern and fantastic.

In the last decade several modern buildings have been famously unveiled in the city, adding further texture and interest to the Toronto architectural scene.

Here are 10 Toronto architectural highlights all in the downtown and easily reached by public transport.

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• Top 10 Toronto Attractions
• Toronto Shopping Spots
• 10 Cheap or Free Things to Do in Toronto