Before visiting Vancouver there’s a few things us locals would like you to know. Taking these few things into consideration will help you understand the pleasure – and pain – of living in one of the most beautiful (and maddening) cities in the world. As much as we want...
Planning a Vancouver itinerary doesn’t have to be hard. The awesome attractions and nifty nature packaged here on Canada’s West Coast can be done in a way that makes it easy on the odometer – and soft on the savings account. I was born and raised here and if I were a...
I’ve been looking for things to do in Vancouver since 1986. As a kid I was happy with forest trails, a dig for clams at the beach, or a trip to feed the squirrels in Stanley Park: then I grew up and wanted culture, cuisine, and cocktails. Today I’m comfortably in between and...
Every Vancouverite (myself included) has thought about moving to Kitsilano at least once. The snug seaside neighbourhood named after local medicine man Jack Khatsalano has epic beaches, riveting restaurants, and even Ryan Reynolds. Hippy counterculture (Greenpeace) and yuppie consumer...
If you’ve ever wanted to walk on a stunning, albeit wobbly bridge that floats through a forest then you can’t miss Capilano Suspension Bridge Park in North Vancouver. Sure, when we think of a suspension bridge we often think about the traffic of cities or some San Francisco...
Looking to visit one museum that truly embodies Vancouver? Head to the Museum of Anthropology. MOA is home to the world’s premier collection of Northwest Coast Indigenous sculptures, totem poles, and antiquities – and that’s just the start. It’s also one stop...
Grouse Mountain is Vancouver’s number one tourist attraction. This true four-season, five-star destination just 20 minutes from downtown is an alpine playground of outdoor activities, panoramic views, and elite dining options. You may even briefly forget Vancouver even exists...
If you don’t know where to stay in Vancouver you’re not alone. I was born and raised in the city and I still don’t know which area I love best. Whether you need nightlife, food, precious views, lowkey business spots, or even to be in the middle of a forest you’ll be spoiled for top...
Among the top things to do in Stanley Park my favourite is just soaking up the unspoiled coastal rain forest vibe, something you can’t do in other urban parks like Central Park. Of course, if you’re worried that half a million trees can get a little boring I totally understand...
You can call me biased but Vancouver beaches are the most spectacular urban variety on planet earth. They won’t make headlines like Miami or Rio de Janeiro, but what we lack in weather we make up for with unspoiled nature and epic mountain views! Let’s pick out the best...
The more I travel the more I understand my city and its strengths and weaknesses.
One of the weaknesses? The lack of an authentic Vancouver travel blog written by locals to help YOU have an GENUINE vacation.
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