Victoria is one of those places that has a special place in my heart. Every time I have visited has been special, full of wonderful memories, and enjoyable in its own right. It's true, lots of tourists visit Victoria—and why shouldn't they? Victoria is an awesome place to visit whether you're looking for 5-star accommodation and a high tea, carriage ride at dusk kind of experience, or a laid-back hippy or hipster casual vibe. Or even if you're someone who's into surfing and hiking, looking to ...
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A Different Kind of Budget Travel – Thrifty Travel
Some general thoughts about the art of travelling on "shoestring" budgets, destinations & expectations, and budget travel. A few years ago, Tazim and I were living on the prairies in Cow-town— daydreaming about a different life, or at least of seeing the world beyond the rockies. We'd both been around North America a bit, in the company of our parents or family, and in fact, Tazim had already been overseas to London for a summer after high-school graduation, but neither of us had done ...
Insider’s Guide to Vancouver
Heading to Vancouver or thinking about it? Fall is a great time to check out the city because the crowds have died down, the weather is still mostly pleasant and there are a variety of events and fairs to attend. Take a look at our Insider's Guide to Vancouver over at www.cheapflights.ca/flights-to-Vancouver/. We share our suggestions for the top fall activities in the city, best ethnic restaurants that only locals know about and so much more. Need some information on how to get here on a ...
Texas Top 10
Texas is such a huge state with so much to see and do that one might feel overwhelmed with the amount of choices! A few years ago, my best friend Greg and I went on a two-week road trip through West and Central Texas to visit my dad in Midland and to enjoy the many things we love spending our time doing. Among our favourite places in West Texas are: Marfa, Ft. Davis, Austin, Fredericksburg, and the museums and galleries in Dallas/Ft. Worth. As vegans, we were pleasantly surprised by the food ...
Vancouver Island Friendship Celebration Getaway
Two adventuresome friends excited to explore the world together—clearly celebrating one year of an amazing friendship couldn't be done with just a trip to a coffee shop or an evening spent at a restaurant. Adventure was calling. And when Adventure calls—I always pick up with a smile on my face. Getting to spend three whole days together with Alex exploring was enough to make me happy. But, going to Vancouver Island–where we'd wanted to go all year–was like next-level happiness. ...
Britannia Mine Museum: Vancouver Excursions
I'd driven past it many times before, not sure exactly what the giant structure jutting out from the side of the mountain was. Upon closer inspection, I realized that it was a mine - no longer operational - turned into a museum. Most people who drive the Sea-to-Sky Highway north from Vancouver are heading to Whistler. My best friend and I took a trip up to the Britannia Mine Museum on a lovely, sunny afternoon. We spent a good 2 hours exploring the museum and went to Squamish for lunch at our ...
Top 5 Spring Break Adventures Built for Kids
When I was a kid, one of my favourite things to do was experience places related to nature or history—museums, galleries, nature parks. Luckily, my mom really liked taking my brother and I (plus our cousins) to educational and cultural institutions during spring break and summer break. From exploring the great outdoors and getting up close to wildlife, to tapping into your creative side or solving science mysteries, below are five adventures that will keep your kids entertained this Spring ...
Sea to Sky Gondola Squamish Adventure – Vancouver Excursions
To say that experiencing the Sea to Sky Gondola was a transformative experience, would be an understatement. It's hard not to feel all the things I most love feeling: alive, free, adventurous, exploratory, and joyful, when I'm spending time in nature. Doing so in a whole new setting over 800 metres above sea level (even higher than the Stawamus Chief trail I'd hiked a few years ago, which is nearby and can be seen from the top of the gondola and a viewing platform) increases those feelings ...
Four Ways Vancouverites Can Give Back this Holiday Season
Giving back to those less fortunate is top of mind throughout the holiday season. Whether you’re in search of Santa, a tree-lit beach walk or a mountain-top view of Howe Sound, these activities boost Christmas spirit while offering an opportunity to give back. Here is a quick round-up of four ways Vancouverites can give back this holiday season. Do you know of others? I'd love to hear from you! Stanley Park’s Bright Nights: Find your seat on the Christmas Train and experience three million ...
Visit Fort Langley National Historic Site – Vancouver Area Travel
When I think about the types of places I most like to visit, one that comes to mind is a small village. I’m sure you can picture, it now—one main street with little cafés, restaurants, coffee shops, gift shops, maybe a hardware store, too. The façades are a little older and time-worn, benches line sidewalks, people stroll along—there’s no hustling here. The word idyllic comes to mind. That is exactly how one would describe the village of Fort Langley. After spending time wandering the main ...