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Archive for March 2008

March 27th, 2008

Second Time Around Antiques

Second Time Around Antiques is situated in an area of Vancouver called Antique Row, on Main Street between 28th and 29th street. Second Time Around Antiques is located at 4428 Main Street, and is by far the best antique store in the area, and in my opinion the best one in Vancouver!
The staff are extremely […]

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March 26th, 2008

The Beachcombers

The Beachcombers 35th Anniversary Events are planned for Gibsons, British Columbia. The Beachcombers was one of the longest running Canadian TV show. I remember watching Sunday evenings as a young boy. Here is proof that Molly’s is still standing!
For more information concerning the Anniversary, visit the Beachcombers website
Photo Credit: Private Stock

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March 24th, 2008

Tuwanek Abyss: Sunshine Coast

Two days back in BC from my travels in Southeast Asia, and I was out on the zodiac. Needless to say the 5 degree weather was certainly not the 38 degrees I had become use to.
So, off to the Abyss, this beautiful beach, wall dive area about 10 minutes up the Sechelt Inlet.
We rolled […]

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March 23rd, 2008

The Lions

The Lions are the twin peaks that are seen from downtown Vancouver and one of the many spectacular mountain views that Vancouver-ites enjoy on a daily basis.
They are also referred to as the Twin Sisters and have an elevation of 1525 m (5000 ft)
Photo Credit: SXC.HU

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March 22nd, 2008

Fraser River Safari

On March 23 - 24 you will finally have your chance to go on an exploration of the Mighty Fraser River towards the Harrison/Fraser Confluence. You will get the opportunity to search out the wildlife on the river and then play with farm animals during your stop over.
This will be great Family Fun - […]

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March 21st, 2008

A Little Vancouver History

In 1867, a town sprung up around a bar owned by “Gassy” Jack Deighton, so named for his tendency for continuously talking. The small settlement became known as Gastown, and the waterfront area still retains the name today.
After being linked by rail to eastern Canada, the town took its name from the British explorer Captain […]

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March 21st, 2008

Adventures in Dining

The Dockside Restaurant in the Granville Island Hotel is an amazing place to unwind with friends, take that special someone out for an amazing dinner, or even enjoy a couple of drinks after work.
The Dockside is split up into the restaurant, then a lovely patio, restaurant bar, lounge, and the brewery. The patio has […]

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March 20th, 2008

International Buddhist Temple

Reflecting the classical architecture of Beijing’s Forbidden City, this beautiful two-tiered temple has the most magnificent Gracious Hall, complete with deep red exterior walls and an orange porcelain roof with the dramatic flairs that make these structures simply amazing to look at.
There is a 100m Buddha mural as well as a multi-armed Bodhisattva to see.
The […]

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March 20th, 2008

Rocky Mountain Flatbread Co.

If you have ever wondered what gourmet pizza tastes like, Rocky Mountain Flatbread Co. is the place to go to find out.
This family friendly restaurant serves pizzas created with mostly organic ingredients and no additives, and pizzas are cooked in their wood fired ovens. The taste is simply delicious!
Some of the more popular varieties are […]

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March 19th, 2008

BC Parliament Buildings

The BC Parliament Buildings were opened in 1897, during the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria.
The city insisted on having a architecturally splendid building, costing approximately $923,000, so that it would not lose its place as the provincial capital of British Columbia. On top of the building there is a large copper dome with […]

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