Found this great site that not only has a fantastic interactive map of Vancouver and its surrounding areas, but it also shows points of interest throughtout the city such as accomodations, the sky train, music venues, restaurants, etc.
Check it out HERE
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Travel Photo Daily - has some great pictures from fantastic travel destinations…check it out and dream about your next great adventure!
Travel Product Guide – provides you with information on all the latest and greatest travel products and keeps you up-to date on all the improvements to your trusted old favorites that you just can’t travel without!
The Phoenix Traveler- the newest destination blog focusing on Phoenix and its surrounding area.
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Vancouver is a dog’s paradise!
I would venture to say that Vancouver is one of the best cities in North America to live if you have a dog. There are parks to play in, trails to run, creeks and rivers to run through and an ocean to swim in.
If you are traveling with your dog, you can’t pick a more pet friendly city then Vancouver to visit.
For those days though, we you need to find a good place for your dog to spend the day, while you and your family go sight-seeing, there are an abundant amount of dog daycare and …read more
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Sunset Paddle anyone? 19th June from 6pm – 9pm, come join us for a paddle of the Nicomekl River. The Nicomekl is an important fresh water artery that is tidal influenced. The area is the hunting ground for heron, loon, eagle, ospery, sandpipers and a number of migratory waterfowl.
Paddle along the banks of this sheltered water way to see why it is an important stopping ground for many bird species. Historic Stewart Farm House, Surrey. Experience Level required: novice. For more information call 604.535.7985 or send an email too nwcakayak@telus.net
Photo Credit: sxc.hu
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June 2nd, from 6pm – 9pm, The Little Campbell River, is full of history dating back to the early 1900’s. Running through the Semiahmoo First Nations Reserve provides a glimpse of the local area prior to urbanization.
The bans of the Little Campbell are a home of many shorebirds, kingfishers and eagles. This river is tidal influenced and the spawning grounds for a variety of species of salmon.
Experience Level required: Novice
For more information call 604.535.7985 or visit www.kayak.bc.ca
Photo Credit: sxc.hu
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Some information for those wishing to bring their pets with them when traveling into Canada:
There is no quarantine period for pets entering the country, however there is a $30.00 inspection fee.
A current health certificate, completed by a licensed veterinarian, in either English or French is required. It must be dated within 10 days prior to departure to Canada must accompany the pet.
The certificate must state that the veterinarian has examined the dog/cat and is satisfied that:
the pet is not less than eight (8) weeks of age at the time of examination
is free of any clinical evidence of disease
has been …read more
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Being that I am currently traveling, I think this post is way overdue. One thing that I have found so valuable, even trip savers, it is Internet Cafes. My entire trip has been researched, planned and executed pretty much through the internet. I have purchased all my plane tickets, booked hotels, guest houses, and hostels. As well, I have used Internet Cafes for job hunting and applying for the various Instructor positions I have had while away.
So, thinking of coming to Vancouver, be sure to check out and take this list of various …read more
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