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Getting cannabis legalized in your state is not necessarily the end of the journey. Many communities still have to overcome the fears, inhibitions and assumptions of town fathers. Here’s how one skeptical town in Massachusetts not only got over their cannabis phobia – but came to love the business. http://www.wbur.org/bostonomix/2019/10/21/uxbridge-marijuana-pot-weed-shops

Another day, another week, another big-name celebrity announces an entry into the burgeoning North American cannabis industry. This time it’s Aubrey Drake Graham, the hip-hop artist known as Drake, who’s partnering with Canadian cannabis giant Canopy Growth to launch the More Life Growth Company cannabis producer in Graham’s hometown of Toronto. He joins a surging …

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I’ve posted before about the growing phenomenon of cannabis weddings. As weed gets more assimilated in the culture, more and more couples want to include this important element of their lifestyle into their nuptials. Well, it’s getting easier to do this. Especially if you are in the Miami-Dade area. Want to incorporate marijuana into your …

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Think of the small emanating from a single person smoking a joint nearby. Or perhaps, even a few doors away. Now imagine what it must be like to live in a cannabis farm community. Residents in certain California growing areas have been up in arms about this – to the extent of threatening lawsuits. But, …

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The cannabis gold rush is now coming to the hotel industry. Multiple cannabis hotel projects are underway throughout the U.S. – including a wellness-focused Coachill Inn Resort in Desert Hot Springs slated to bow in December 2020 and The Grape House luxe smoking lounge-dispensary-boutique hotel in Palm Springs set to open in 2021. http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/two-cannabis-hotels-are-coming-coachella-valley-1251951

Look away for a minute and there’s another big name celebrity announcing a cannabis venture of some sort. Now it’s Chelsea Handler’s turn. The comedian, author, and talk show host is gearing up to launch a cannabis line ear;y next year featuring a variety of pre-rolls as well as edible chocolates and gummies in multiple …

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I’ve posted before about the growing phenomenon of cannabis weddings. From bud bouquets and bud bars to marijuana food pairings, there are plenty of ways to incorporate cannabis in your nuptials. But, is this legal? Are there rules that apply? Are there wedding planners who specialize in this area? Here’s some information on the subject; …

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The cannabis-infused beverage market is on a steady rise. Global food and drink firm Zenith Global predicts it to reach $1.4 billion by 2024. The market is still a long way from creating iconic brands but here are a few CBD and THC drinks that should be in your fridge.

I am constantly being surprised by the weird partnerships emerging in the cannabis space. The latest? Rapper Snoop Dogg is partnering with Seedo, an Israeli company that manufactures a small refrigerator-like machine that cultivates plants with the help of artificial intelligence. Snoop will serve as a brand ambassador for the device, which he says allows …

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Our neighbor to the south may soon become the third country, after Uruguay and Canada, to legalize recreational marijuana – giving a whole new meaning to a Mexican vacation. Here are eight things you should know about Mexico’s groundbreaking cannabis bill, which seems to be very close to becoming law.

Brand management company Cannabiniers has introduced Brewbudz, a line of cannabis-infused coffee, tea, and cocoa that can be brewed in a Keurig machine. Each K-Cup comes in both sativa and indica varieties with a precise dosage of THC . But you may have to wait a while to get your hands on these products because …

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Interested in cannabis-infused drinks but don’t want to get high? The industry seems to be moving in your direction. Makers of cannabis-infused beer are developing brews free of booze — as well as bud — to sell alongside stalwarts such as O’Doul’s and newcomers such as Heineken 0.0 and Pabst Blue Ribbon Non-Alc.

Emerald Farm Tours’ crazy Taste, Sip and Smoke Tour is shaping up to be the ultimate cannabis weekend adventure in Mendocino, California – America’s most famous ganja-growing region. It’s a dive into the gastronomy, viniculture and cannabis culture of a region that is home to many of the world’s best cannabis cultivators and manufacture. http://www.laweekly.com/californias-craziest-pot-tour-gets-ready-to-take-off/

Everybody seems to be familiar with edibles. But, what about drinkables? Weed-infused drinks is a sprawling category that includes tinctures to mix with cocktails; non-alcoholic alternatives to wine, beer, or champagne; wellness beverages that can lull you to sleep or take the place of aspirin or ibuprofen after a strenuous game of hoops or tennis; …

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You don’t want to miss the very affordable ganja vacation deals we are offering through our crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo. Great packages and great prices. Plus, we are waiving our service fees. Looking forward to seeing you soon at one of our partner resorts in Jamaica. http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/book-an-exciting-cannabis-vacation-in-jamaica/x/21863140#/

Guess what happened at EXACTLY 4:20pm today? Sen. Bernie Sanders released a comprehensive plan to legalize marijuana, begin a process to expunge old pot-related convictions and take steps to shape the emerging legal sales industry. The times are a-changing. http://www.cnn.com/2019/10/24/politics/bernie-sanders-marijuana-justice-plan/index.html

Thas been a tremendous amount of press surrounding the opening of Lowell Farms, a cannabis cafe in West Hollywood, California. Among other things, diners are served cannabis by a flower host can consume it indoors. As the first legal consumption lounge this is a very big deal and a major win for the legalization and …

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Are you aware that Canada is now one of the best and most convenient places for a cannabis vacation? It’s totally legal across the country and within easy reach of a large part of the American population. However, it may not be easy to know what you can do where since all 13 provinces and …

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Planning a trip to California? Wouldn’t it be nice to be able order weed and have it delivered to your hotel room? You’ll soon be able to courtesy of the Eaze Hospitality cannabis concierge service. http://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/19/10/14598223/eaze-launches-hospitality-business-to-provide-cannabis-to-hotel-guests-in-california

California City is a long haul (110 miles) from Los Angeles but the trip may soon be worth your while – to visit big Mike Tyson’s 40-acre cannabis ranch. Clear;y, this is a heavyweight who intends to throw his weight around in the industry. Source: The Washington Post

Jamaica has liberalized its cannabis laws in recent years with the hope of creating a robust local industry. The export of medical grade cannabis is a major plank of the government’s grand ganja plan but, in this regard, the U.S. banking laws are a big, insurmountable obstacle. So now, they want to talk to Donald …

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Cannabis is legal in many U.S. states but the contradictions between state and federal law may be intensifying.

As more states legalize recreational cannabis, the number of people trying it for the first time continues to grow. Here are a few suggestions for first-time cannabis tourists travelling to a state where recreational weed is legal.

Martha Stewart, the food and lifestyles guru, is working with Canopy Growth to develop a range of CBD consumer products which they expect to be in the market by mid 2020. How much more mainstream can CBD get?

How about a cheeseburger loaded with 300 milligrams of THC? A lively cannabis cuisine scene is popping up out west and may soon be coming to where you live. http://mgretailer.com/business/health-wellness/cannabis-cuisine/

Researchers hoping to study marijuana for scientific and medical purposes are one step closer to expanding their limited supply of the plant.

Las Vegas obviously knows a good thing when it sees it

Stumbled into this article from a few months ago which, of course, affirms the basic premise of what we are doing here at GanjaVacations. Hope you agree and will be coming along with us for the ride.

It’s not shocking to encounter weed in places you previously reserved for alcohol: weddings, work retreats, cocktail parties, vacations, and even at children’s playdates (for the parents, of course). Are there etiquette guidelines for cannabis usage? Believe it or not,there are. http://fortune.com/longform/cannabis-etiquette-dos-and-donts/

Green Stripe Naturals, through its partnership with a local Jamaican company, is one of only a handful of companies on the island that has conditional approvals for all five commercial cannabis licenses: cultivation, processing, research and development, transportation and dispensary. http://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/19/10/14506798/a-unique-jamaican-ganja-experience-chatting-with-green-stripe-naturals-ceo-wayne-isaacs