June 06, 2019
These kid-friendly hikes near Vancouver offer the most spectacular views
British Columbia is home to a vast number of breathtaking places to hike. However, not all hiking locations are suitable for children.
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June 04, 2019
TAKE A DIP IN THIS REMARKABLE WATERFALL JUST TWO HOURS FROM VANCOUVER
Go chase waterfalls at this stunning spot in the Fraser Valley. Bosumarne Falls is nestled just off Chilliwack Lake Road and offers spectacular views.
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May 30, 2019
EXPLORE THESE SCENIC HIKES LEADING TO SERENE SWIMMING SPOTS NEAR VANCOUVER
Summer is on its way and that means hiking season has officially arrived. Beat the heat after a scenic hike by taking on one of these trails that lead to amazing swimming spots near Vancouver.
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May 23, 2019
5 easy spring hikes for lazy people in Vancouver
We’ve all heard the excuses before. You don’t have the right shoes, you can’t drive to the trailhead, you won’t get out of bed for less than $1,000…
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May 09, 2019
Vancouver’s Best Parks and Nature
Where are Vancouver’s best parks and places for nature? The region has dozens of city, regional and provincial parks and beaches to choose from.
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May 07, 2019
Mother’s Day in Vancouver 2019
Mother’s Day takes place on the second Sunday in May each year, so on May 12th in 2019. It’s a day to celebrate mothers everywhere, including in Vancouver.
It’s a day to treat mothers (and grandmothers) special and to thank them for all they’ve done over the years.
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April 18, 2019
Easter Roundup: Egg-citing events this weekend across Metro Vancouver
From a massive bunny run to a bunny agility course, an Easter dino egg hunt to an Easter train, there are many ways to celebrate Easter in Vancouver.
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April 16, 2019
Honda Celebration of Light 2019 participating countries announced
The sky over Vancouver’s English Bay will once again be lit up with fireworks for three nights this summer, as the Honda Celebration of Light fireworks competition returns to the city.
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April 04, 2019
9 ESSENTIAL VANCOUVER SPRING HIKES EVEN YOUR LAZY FRIENDS WILL LOVE
Spring has sprung! And that means it’s time to get out of our Winter cocoons and into the great outdoors. Lucky for us, there’s lots of scenic spring hikes in Vancouver that aren’t too strenuous.
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April 02, 2019
Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival announces spring 2019 lineup
The Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival returns to the city this spring with a litany of exciting events that showcase the beauty of the blossoms.
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March 28, 2019
Put some spring in your step – April 2019 Vancouver Wellness Events
Can you feel it? Spring is in the air my friends! The temperatures are warming up, the sun is staying out longer, and Vancouver’s cherry blossom trees are starting to bud and bloom in all their sakura pink glory. I’m sure you’re just as relieved as I am to see...
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March 12, 2019
NBA star Jimmy Butler hilariously documents his struggle to make it through this BC hike
If you’ve had a hard time making it through one of BC’s many hikes, you can take comfort in knowing that an NBA star did too.
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March 07, 2019
Free and cheap family friendly events this weekend March 8-10, 2019
Hey, it’s March and it’s snowing (sob). Despite the wacky weather, there is still lots to do this weekend. Sit under the Blossom installation at Metropolis at Metrotown if you just can’t wait for the real thing. Check out a free performance with Bobs & Lolo at the local firehall...
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March 05, 2019
Spring Break 2019: 25 outings & activities for families and kids
News flash. It’s Spring Break a week. If you’d like to spend some time exploring, there are lots of great family and kid activities and events around Vancouver. Some are free, many are cheap and all are worth the price of admission. Think wild rides, beaching, learning, swimming, crafting, hiking, live...
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February 19, 2019
Industry expert: Author Stephen Hui keeps finding new hiking trails
Born and raised in Vancouver, local hiking guru Stephen Hui was exposed to the breathtaking beauty of B.C.’s great outdoors at an early age. The author and photographer of the best-selling guidebook 105 Hikes In and Around Southwestern British Columbia and former Straight staffer doesn’t think he’ll ever get tired of the hikes in...
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February 14, 2019
Vancouver’s Aquatica Submarines discovers what lies at the bottom of Belize’s mysterious Blue Hole
After spending almost three weeks exploring the enigmatic Blue Hole of Belize, Vancouver-based submarine company Aquatica Submarines has created the first 3D sonar map of the 124-meter deep sinkhole—a natural crater widely regarded as one of the greatest scuba diving sites in the world.
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