Stargazers rejoice! Vancouver’s H.R. MacMillan Space Centre is home to a planetarium, astronomical exhibits, and even a fully functioning observatory. This makes it a perfect spot to kill a rainy afternoon for buddying astronomers of all ages. I’ve devised a complete Planetarium guide to this popular attraction so that you don’t have to depart on this...
The last decade has seen the Vancouver craft beer scene absolutely explode in popularity. The city is now home to dozens of locally owned breweries that are keen to experiment with hops, flavour, and style in a way that is sure to shatter people’s preconceived notions of what beer can be. To guide you through this labyrinth of lager, I’ve come up with a...
It’s known around these parts as ‘Raincouver’ and yet us locals still complain about Vancouver weather. With this Vancouver weather guide you’ll find out the best time to visit whether you’re skiing, beaching, or just want to find that holiday sweet spot. January February March April May June July August September October November...
Foodie, shopper, or art lover on the hunt for a hotel near Granville Island? I’ll warn you that there aren’t that many to choose from, but in this guide, I’ll be doing my best to deliver only the best Granville Island hotels of the bunch. Let’s take a deeper look. Vancouver Hotels Near Granville Island The Granville Island Hotel – The...
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 culture (Lululemon) were born here yet somehow neither manages to define the area...
The Best Parks in Vancouver are able to seamlessly blend urban sophistication with the region’s unparalleled natural beauty. Vancouver’s residents are an outdoorsy bunch, regardless of season. So it’s only natural tone of the world’s most livable cities evolved with the parks to match. So, let’s delve deep into some of my favourite...