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Zip-Trekking

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:30:42 +0000

If you are looking for something invigorating, exciting and unforgettable, then look no further then the outdoor phenomenon called zip-trekking.
Ziptrek Ecotours offers this amazing experience at Whistler/Blackcomb, combining both an exhilarating experience and environmental education.
They offer 10 zip-lines on two different 5 line tours plus a Tree Trek Canopy Walk.
For more information visit their website at www.ziptrek.com

photo credit – Ziptrek Ecotours

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Cheap Plane Tickets

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:45:27 +0000

After all the information you have read about Vancouver, you finally have decided to buy your Summer tickets to come visit us, enjoy fresh air, play in the mountains, or of course enjoy some world class cold water diving. Here are some plane ticket prices courtesy of Flight Network Dot Com

New York – Vancouver $452.59
Boston – Vancouver $374
Miami – Vancouver $471.59
London United Kingdom – Vancouver $1186
Paris France – Vancouver $1367
Bangkok – Vancouver $1280

All tickets were based on short notice (14 Jul – 28 Jul) round trip bookings. So what are you waiting for….hope to see you here soon!!

Photo Credit: sxc.hu

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Vancouver’s Great Places to Visit

Tue, 13 May 2008 18:32:38 +0000

Here is a list of my Top 10 Places to Visit in Vancouver.
There is so much to see and do in Vancouver, I would love to hear some of your favorites!

1. Vancouver Aquarium – Much more to see and do then look at exotic fish
2. Science World – A definite must-see; an interactive museum for the whole family
3. Museum of Anthropology – West Coast Canadian history and Aboriginal art
4. Vancouver Art Gallery - Features displays and traveling exhibits from a wide range of Canadian and international artists
5. H.R. Macmillan Space Center – Explore your sense of wonder about the universe, our planet and space exploration
6. Vancouver Maritime Museum – History of Canada’s Pacific port with artifacts, models, paintings and photographs
7. Stanley Park – 1000 acres of beaches, trails and forest; one of Vancouver’s true historic landmarks
8. Capilano Suspension Bridge – One of Vancouver’s most popular fixtures in a beautiful setting
9. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Chinese Garden – An amazing, must-see garden patterned after a Ming-Dynasty Scholar
10. Granville Island – A wonderful waterfront public market with lots of family fun, entertainment, food and urban culture

photo credit - sxc.hu

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Vancouver International Children’s Festival

Wed, 07 May 2008 23:03:54 +0000

The Vancouver International Children’s Festival is an annual event, that is a major tourist attraction in Vancouver!
This year the festival will be running from May 12 to 19th at Vancouver’s Vanier Park.
The fair is jam-packed with music, theater, dance, storytelling, puppetry, circus arts, and a whole lot more fun for the entire family.
The Vancouver International Children’s Festival celebrates the spirit and curiosity of children all around the world!

Some of the featured international performers this year include:

author Kenneth Oppel
Red Thunder:The Next Generation
Big Nazo Intergalactic Creature Show
Connie Kaldor
Hansel and Gretel (Matthias Kutchta)
The Little Old Man ( Theatre Bagger)
and lots more that the children are sure to enjoy (and mom & dad too)

Tickets for this amazing event are on sale now!
For more information and to purchase tickets; check out their website at
The Vancouver International Children’s Festival

photo credit:
image – sxc.hu

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Grouse Mountain Skyride

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 14:40:11 +0000

The Grouse Mountain Skyride is one of Vancouver’s major tourists attractions and is North Americas largest aerial tramway system.
The Skyride starts at the base of Grouse Mountain and every 15 minutes starts its climb from 300 m (1000 ft) to 1100 m (3700 ft). The ride takes about 12 minutes and during that time you are able to see all of Vancouver and the surrounding areas, a spectacular site!
When you reach the top of Grouse Mountain you will find plenty of stuff to do all year round.
Your admission ticket to Grouse Mountain includes the Skyride and a multitude of activities that happen year round.
During the winter months you can enjoy the Theater in the Sky which shows two scenic and informative shows every hour; Born to Fly and The Discovery Channel’s Animal Tracks. There is also snowshoeing, ice-skating, sleigh rides and the Refuge for Endangered Wildlife, where two resident grizzly bears, and four timber wolves roam around in their natural habitat.
Summer activities included in your admission ticket include lumberjack shows, falconry demonstrations, guided eco-walks, hiking and of course unlimited photo opportunities. As well, the Theater in the Sky and the Refuge for Endangered Wildlife are open year-round.

General Admission:

Adult – $32.95
Senior – $30.95 (65+ years)
Youth – $18.95 (13-18 years)
Child – $11.95 (5-12 years)
Under 5 – Free

Grouse Mountain is located at the top of Capilano Road in North Vancouver, for more information visit their website at www.grousemountain.com

Photo Credit – Image 1 - sxc.hu
Photo Credit – Image 2 – sxc.hu

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Lonsdale Quay

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 14:34:57 +0000

The Quay is one of Vancouver’s most popular destinations…and personally my favorite! Located on the shore of North Vancouver, which of course boosts a fabulous view of Vancouver’s Skyline and harbour. This is a multi-level complex which is home to more then 90 shops and services.

Lonsdale Quay Market has an amazing fresh Market, beautiful boutique shops, and international cuisine to eat-in or take-out. There is something for all ages, even a play area for the kids and specialty kid’s only shops.

Hours of Operation:
Market Level:
Open Daily 09:30 am to 06:30 pm
Retail Level:
Open Daily 10:00 am to 08:00 pm
Restaurants open later.

Be sure to stop in and enjoy the fun!!

Photo Credits: (C) www.lonsdalequay.com

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The Spirit Bear of B.C.

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 06:17:56 +0000

The Kermod bear, also know as the Spirit Bear, is a rare variant of the North American black bear and makes its home on the central coast of B.C.
These magnificent creatures main residence is on Princess Royal Island, Swindle Island and part of the adjacent B.C. mainland.

The Spirit bear’s unique white coat is due to a rare genetic trait, the bear is not albino, and has a brown nose and eyes.
The Spirit Bear was recently chosen as the official mammal of B.C., which many are hoping will help to preserve the bear’s habitat.
Despite the B.C. government protecting 2/3 of the Spirit bear’s habitat, the remaining third, the Green Watershed, has been open for development, casting a shadow over the future of this rare mammal.

Several tour operators offer trips into the Great Bear Rain-forest, where you can view these majestic bears in a safe, non-invasive way.
When booking your trip please insure the tour company belongs to the B.C. Tourism Association.

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Steamworks 2K8 New Year’s Eve Gala

Sun, 09 Dec 2007 16:00:29 +0000

Come celebrate 2008 with gorgeous water views as Steamworks Waterfront is transformed into an upscale New Year’s Eve Gala Event.

The stylish lounge at Steamworks and adjacent Atrium will leave you breathless with amazing views of the water, Canada Place and the mountains. It will be beautiful alternative to spending the evening in a night club!

The New Year’s Eve Gala is quickly selling out….so if you want to attend I recommend you purchase your tickets soon.

Tickets are $100 and include:

midnight bubbly toast & party favors
balloon drop & confetti canon
hot and cold canapes
DJ with world class sound set and lighting
6 premium bars
breath taking views

Doors open at 9pm and the party will be going until 3am

Streamworks Brewing Co. is located at 375 Water street, Vancouver

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The Aquarium at Stanley Park

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 18:02:30 +0000

The Vancouver Aquarium is located in world-famous Stanley Park. It is the largest of its kind in North America with amazing exhibits and inter-active areas that will keep the whole family busy all day long!

The Pacific Northwest: See playful sea otters, an octopus gliding silently from crack to crevasse and scuba divers feeding hungry halibut.

Arctic Canada: Watch beautiful beluga whales interact with each other and lear about our fragile northen environment with fascinating interactive exhibits.

The Amazon Rainforest: Search for the snoozing sloths, and enjoy one of the hourly rainstorms that is created.

Sea Lions: The boisterous steller sea lions at the Vancouver Aquarium are part of an international research project designed to uncover the answer to this disappearing marine mammal.

The Indonesian Reef Exhibit: Indonesia’s Bunaken National Park is re-created behind a floor-to-ceiling panoramic window.

Tropical Pacific Gallery: See what scuba divers love diving in the brilland waters off of Australia or Hawaii

Giant Fishes on the Amazon: Discover the impressive giant fish the flooded forest in the Amazon .

These are only a few wonderful, exhibits you will find waiting for you!

Be sure to catch the daily Beluga Whale, Dolphin and Sea Otter shows, as well make sure you check out the daily feeding schedule at the front entrance.

Winter Hours:
9:30 am – 5:00 pm

Summer Hours:
9:30 am – 7:00

General Admission Rates

Adults: $19.95
Seniors/Youths (13 – 18)/Studen: $14.95
Children (4 1- 12): $11.95
Children 3 years & under: Free

Photo Credits: Corelands, Gwu, and Sea Otters

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