The Vancouver Traveler

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 friendly and knowledgeable, and willing to provide you with all the information that you may need about your antique purchases. They have an amazing selection of antiques for you to look through, with an inventory that is constantly being replenished.
They stock good quality furnishings at …read more

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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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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 into the beach area around 10:30 am, and we took our time getting ready, since it had been a few months since I suited up for cold water diving. I forgot how heavy 10kg on a weight belt actually felt like. My buddy …read more

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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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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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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 – the Family Pack is reduced for this special expedition to only $200.00 (a family pack consists of 2 adults and 2 children), boat tour with entrance fee & GST included in the price. Tours leave mission at 10:00am. For more information visit …read more

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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 George Vancouver, who spent only a single day on the site in 1792.
In 1887, the Canadian Pacific Railway’s first train steamed into the city, the first ship docked from China, and Vancouver began its boom as one of the major trading ports and cities in …read more

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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 incredible views of False Creek, the Vancouver skyline and the Coastal Mountains, can you image all of this surrounding you while you enjoy your dinner.
If you do not belive me, be sure to visit the Dockside’s website and take their virtual tour. Or visit their …read more

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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 surrounding landscaped gardens feature pathways to view the sculptures and bonsai trees, with benches to relax and enjoy the peaceful scenery.
You don’t have to be a Buddhist to visit, the monks are extremely welcoming to all those who wish to visit!
The International Buddhist Temple …read more

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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 the rosemary- chicken and the salmon & lobster, but no matter what combination of toppings you decide to choose for your pizza, you will be delighted with the outcome.
They also has a variety of pastas and salads available, all served by their extremely friendly staff.
Rocky …read more

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