The Vancouver Traveler

The Old Spaghetti Factory in Gastown has been one of my favorite haunts for many years. While I served in the Navy, we would berth down near Gastown, and we would have to make one of our famous Old Spaghetti Factory stops.
A little history on the Factory goes as follows; “In March 1970 the Old Spaghetti Factory opened in the Gastown district of Vancouver. The concept was a very simple one; take and old warehouse in a historic part of town and fill it with antiques and artifacts, provide the finest pasta and superb service, to make an …read more

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The Ocean Island Backpackers Inn is located on Pandora Ave. in downtown Victoria, and is listed in the Best Places to Stay in BC list.
Dormitory beds start at nineteen dollars a night and private rooms at around twenty-six dollars a night.
You will not be disappointed, but instead, will be extremely surprised and amazed at the beauty.
The Ocean Island Backpackers Inn is located in a four-story beautiful old victorian home. It is not only stunningly beautiful but also exceptionally clean!
Definately not your average hostel!
There is food and drinks avaliable if you are hungry, and even a kitchen that is …read more

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Off the beaten downtown path, between Broadway and Venables street lies Commercial Drive, an area rich in cultural diversity.
The area is easily accessible by SkyTrain, which has a stop at the intersection of Broadway and Commercial street.
The Drive (as locals call it) is an area in which you can find cafes, ethnic and organic grocery stores and restaurants featuring Italian, East Indian, Spanish, Thai, Korean, Mexican, Vietnamese and vegan cuisine.
There is a large hippy population that frequents the numerous health- conscious cafes and alternative clothing stores along this popular strip that continues to maintain a certain scruffy charm.
It …read more

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Great Food Reasonable Prices 
If you are looking for a great family restaurant with a few fringe benefits, then Pack Ratt Louie’s in Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast is the place to go. Not only is their food top notch, the service is great and friendly.
The thing that makes Louie stand out is not only do they have an excellent menu but on Friday and Saturday nights they have live music from local jazz musicians on the coast to entertain you while you enjoy your dinner.

Since the new owners have taken the reins, there have been many improvements from interior design, menu, …read more

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