One of my favourite experiences last winter was snowshoeing through the Ancient Forest in Prince George and while I have yet to do this activity closer to home, I always hear people rave about the opportunities on the North Shore. Cypress Mountain offers a variety of snowshoeing experiences including the 4-hour Snowshoe Fondue Tour. Lead [...]

When people describe what they like most about Vancouver you’ll be sure to hear the scenery top the list. Mountains, ocean, evergreens, park space and beaches are what make our region shine and there’s probably no better vantage point downtown than from the 360 degree deck at the Vancouver Lookout. Fun facts about the Vancouver [...]

Along with other bars, clubs, and family-friendly establishments, V Lounge in Yaletown is hosting an Epic New Year’s Eve party to round out and salute a big year in Vancouver. Photo credit: Toni Blay on Flickr Where V Lounge in Yaletown (1095 Mainland, upstairs) When December 31st, 2010 doors open at 8:30pm Tickets $75 available [...]

The folks at Flip, makers of the super user-friendly pocket HD video cameras, have just launched a series of NHL branded devices and our hometown Vancouver Canucks have been included in the line-up. Features include the ability to shoot up to 1 hour of HD video, 4GB memory built-in, image stabilization, 2 steps to film [...]

Liberty Wine Merchants starts up its fundraising gala series early in 2011 with Taste BC, benefitting the BC Children’s Hospital’s Oak Tree Clinic. Where Hyatt Regency Hotel When January 18th 2011 from 4:30pm – 7:30pm Tickets are available for $49.99 at Liberty Wine Merchant locations Guests will sip and experience BC’s finest wine, beer and [...]

I’ve been branching out with my Christmas shopping this year and enjoying retail experiences from downtown to Richmond. Another option for picking up gifts this week is Capilano Mall in North Vancouver. Anchored by Sears, Walmart, and Visions Electronics, it also has specialty stores, brand names, and a popular food court for shoppers and local [...]

South Granville is one of the top shopping destinations in the city with unique locally-operated boutiques to up-scale brand names from south of the border. Easy to get to by transit and peppered with some of the city’s best restaurants, it’s a retail hot spot this season. Photo credit: South Granville on Flickr The South [...]

Vancouver consistently ranks within the top cities in the world when it comes to walkability and physical activity. Through rain, rain, and well, more rain, Vancouverites stay fit on trails, tracks, and the Sea Wall throughout the year. To get geared up for that fun run, yoga session, or morning jog to work off holiday [...]