November 19, 2019
VANCOUVER’S AURORA WINTER FESTIVAL AT THE PNE: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
With mystical worlds, brilliant light displays, and thrilling rides waiting to be explored, you’ll discover the Aurora Winter Festival is a place where “holiday magic comes to life.”
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November 14, 2019
Family ski guide: Whistler, BC
Every ski day should be a bluebird day. For the team at Whistler, this means not only beseeching the snow gods for overnight flurries and daytime sunshine, but going out of their way to maximize fun and ease for kids and parents.
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November 12, 2019
Metro Vancouver's favourite FREE night market is having a holiday event
New West’s weekly summer night market Fridays on Front wrapped up in August, but the much-loved event is returning for a one-night holiday version this winter.
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November 07, 2019
Why the fall season is Whistler’s best-kept secret
OFTEN DWARFED BY snowy winters and glorious summers, fall is arguably Whistler’s most underrated season. With the long thaw complete at the highest peaks and the first snow of winter yet to arrive, fall is the best time to explore this lovely mountain town.
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November 05, 2019
Skiing in Canada
Millions of people each year come to ski in Canada. Canada's ski resorts are picturesque, not to mention state-of-the-art, well maintained, and easy to get to.
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October 24, 2019
SECLUDED AND BEAUTIFUL, PITT RIVER HOT SPRINGS IS BC’S BEST KEPT SECRET
Pitt River Hot Springs is a magical place.
The hidden gem in British Columbia should be near the very top of your must-visit hot springs list.
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October 22, 2019
7 COZY AND BEAUTIFUL HOT SPRINGS TO VISIT IN BRITISH COLUMBIA
Warm up this Winter by travelling across beautiful British Columbia to the most wondrous and magical hot springs.
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October 17, 2019
OCTOBER ISN’T OCTOBER WITHOUT THESE METRO VANCOUVER OKTOBERFEST EVENTS
The Oktoberfest frenzy is here! There are still many events happening in and around Metro Vancouver to celebrate the German festival, so don’t put those lederhosen away just yet.
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October 15, 2019
These are the most breathtaking spots to see fall foliage in Vancouver
With the weather forecast predicting bright, sunny weather this week, there’s never been a better time to hunt for fall foliage in the Lower Mainland.
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October 10, 2019
A PERFECT DAY OF FALL SIGHTSEEING IN THE MOUNTAINS
The leaves are starting to fall and the green mountainsides are slowly being populated with hues of red, yellow and orange. It’s no secret that fall is upon us.
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October 08, 2019
The Best Places to See Fall Colors in Canada
Canada is the second biggest country in the world, spanning from the Atlantic to the Pacific and north into the Arctic Ocean. So while predicting exact fall foliage timing in huge Canada may be tricky, you can get a leg up on your fall vacation by visiting prime viewing locations.
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October 03, 2019
5 Vancouver Hikes You Can Get to on Public Transit
In Vancouver, nature is all around us, so you don’t have to travel far to go for a hike.
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October 01, 2019
6 Places to Try Stand-Up Paddleboarding in Vancouver
In the last few years, stand-up paddleboarding (also known as “SUP”) has become really popular.
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September 26, 2019
Five Events to Check Out During the 10th Annual BC Culture Days
With BC Culture Days just around the corner, there are tons of exciting events and activities to take part in across the Lower Mainland.
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September 24, 2019
8 Places to See the Salmon Run Near Vancouver
The salmon is the lifeblood of British Columbia for wildlife, First Nations, anglers, and foodies. Every fall they return from the ocean by the millions to spawn and die in our creeks and rivers. They swim against the current, heading upstream and jumping up waterfalls to return to the gravel...
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September 17, 2019
4 Beginner-Friendly Ways to Try Rock Climbing in Vancouver
If you want to try a new sport and you’re looking for a full-body workout, give rock climbing a try. The Vancouver area is the perfect place to do it.
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