We’re just getting used to the sun again after an unusually wet winter and spring. Hiking Hikers and backpackers will not like the outlook for mountain weather this summer. This winter we had double the normal snow pack in the mountains and June was very cool (There was snow on July 1st at one of [...]
Most people I’ve met in my travels around the globe have had some knowledge of Vancouver. I will assume you, dear reader, are the same. I will not even attempt to describe all the things to see and do in Vancouver for the sheer variety is staggering. I will, somewhat selfishly, tell you what my [...]
Spectacular Music Those who gather at the historic Roundhouse Community Centre in Vancouver, B.C. on July 28 will be admitted at no charge to Open House at the Roundhouse, the opening event in Festival Vancouver, one of the most spectacular and varied celebrations of music to be held in North America in the year 2000. [...]
Last month I predicted that September would begin to suck, weatherize. Fortunately, I was totally wrong. It was a bit nippy, but the sun shone most of the time so I’m not complaining. October to November puts Vancouver in limbo for a while. The rains begin, but it’s still too early to head up to [...]
West Coast Playground Vancouver, BC Vancouver at night Imagine a city sprawled in a valley lapped by ocean waves with snowcapped mountains hung against the sky. Nearby a coastal virgin rainforest beckons. Amidst these beauties of nature are mirror-fronted skyscrapers, a bustling harbour, world class restaurants and hotels, and shopping to satisfy the most ardent [...]
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The bridge swayed as I took my first step. There were at least two dozen people ahead of us and I wondered how this fragile looking structure could withstand the hoards of tourists who cross it each year. But I had make my start and was determined to make it across. After watching other ‘dare [...]
The Best of Vancouver Vancouver, Canada Well, my three and a bit months here are up. I’ve scraped together enough money to buy half a truck (GMC Jimmy, to be precise) and Bec and I are hitting the road. First stop: Alaska! Yippee! But before that happens I thought I’d share a few things I [...]
Myth: Vancouver, the rain city In August, Vancouver is one of the best cities in North America for a vacation and traveling. With gorgeous sunshine and mild climate, it is so hard to resist this beauty. Other than the popular skiing in winter, summer is the season when most people cram into this wonderful city, [...]
It is very true that people in Vancouver spent top dollars dinning out, more than people in Toronto and Los Angels. Not because food in Vancouver is more expensive, but because there are so many choices and great cuisine. Ah…irresistible. You can find any type of food in Vancouver. Greek, Portuguese, Thai, Malaysian, Caribbean, Mediterranean, [...]
We’re just getting used to the sun again after an unusually wet winter and spring. Hiking Hikers and backpackers will not like the outlook for mountain weather this summer. This winter we had double the normal snow pack in the mountains and June was very cool (There was snow on July 1st at one of [...] 
West Coast Playground Vancouver, BC Vancouver at night Imagine a city sprawled in a valley lapped by ocean waves with snowcapped mountains hung against the sky. Nearby a coastal virgin rainforest beckons. Amidst these beauties of nature are mirror-fronted skyscrapers, a bustling harbour, world class restaurants and hotels, and shopping to satisfy the most ardent [...] 