August 24, 2008 | Tips from Travellers >
Pemberton, Biking
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Sample locally-grown produce and West Coast scenery by bicycle
Slow Food Cycle Sunday is a free one-day tour
organized by the community of Pemberton (north of Whistler, Canada) to
increase awareness and appreciation of their growers and suppliers.
This year three friends and I joined more than 2100 cyclists to on the 50 kilometers of country
roadway that linked 12 participating farms. The ride is non-competitive, family-friendly and delicious!
From the official Slow Food Cycle Sunday web site:
“The World Watch Institute reports that the average food item
eaten in North America has traveled 2500-4000 km from farm table. The
distance between good food and your table is as short as a 26km bike
ride.
Sea to Sky’s signature agritourism event, Slow Food Cycle Sunday
Pemberton blows the fast-food drive-through away. A pedal-powered trip
through the natural buffet that is Pemberton Meadows farmland, to meet
local growers and sample produce fresh from the field.
Next year’s event is scheduled for August 16, 2009
August 24, 2008 | Tips from Us >
Vancouver, Cruises & Boat Tours
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You get a refreshingly different view of Vancouver from the water. Here are some of the highlights from the tour I took on a recent Sunday afternoon.
August 21, 2008 | Field Reports >
North Vancouver, Ziplining & Bungee Jumping
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After checking out Granville Island, I ran into a couple girls and asked what I should do with the rest of my day. They said that I definitely have to see the views from the top of Grouse Mountain and rip down the Zipline!
August 21, 2008 | Field Reports >
Vancouver, Farms & Markets
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Cruising all around Vancouver for the day I was starting to build up an appetite. So I asked people on the street where they recommend I go for some scenery and a bite. Next thing I know I'm off to find the best fish & chips on Granville Island!
August 21, 2008 | Tips from Us >
Vancouver, Biking
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My recommended rollerblading afternoon around part of the Seawall in Vancouver. I have to admit I cheated a bit, the woman in the video is my wife...
August 19, 2008 | Tips from Travellers >
Fort Langley, Guest Ranches & Horseback Riding
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Last Sunday, I made a trip out to Thunderbird Show Park to watch the Gand Prix sponsored by the Canadian Cancer Society. My family and I purchased tickets to sit under the marquww tent where we had a spectacular view of the course and horses. We were also served a fantastic lunch and enjoyed the Warsteiner emporium where beer and wine was being served. There was also a large viewing area where some of my friends parked their vehicles and tail gated for free to enjoy the fascinating event.
If you have the chance there is another Grand Prix being held this Sunday (August 24th) be the Keg Steakhouse and it should be jest as, if not more entertaining then last Sunday.
There is more information on the horse show's website:
www.thunderbirdshowpark.com
August 15, 2008 | Tips from Us >
Victoria, Dining
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What a way to mix my two favourite things (eating and sightseeing) – grab a seat at one of Victoria’s many waterfront eateries and take it all in. I watched Harbour Ferries, kayaks and whale watching boats come and go, listened to street performers and took some great shots of the Parliament Buildings. This pic of the Fairmont Empress Hotel was taken from where I was sitting.
For dessert we waddled across the street to the new Roger’s Chocolates Soda Shoppe for their signature Capital City Banana Split. Every seat in the shop looks out over the Inner Harbour. Diet starts Monday.
August 11, 2008 | Tips from Travellers >
Vancouver, Car / Truck / Motorcycle
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Vancouver is one of the world’s most spectacular and British Columbia’s largest city. Vancouver is one of the only places in the world where it is possible to ski, snowboard, hike and golf all on the same day. The city will also host to the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games at Cypress Mountain. There are plenty of things to do and see in Vancouver and with so much on offer it’s helpful to have some inspiration. Vancouver’s top ten attractions including Stanley Park, Granville Island, Grouse Mountain, Robson Street, UBC Museum of Anthropology, Capilano Suspension Bridge, Gastown, Chinatown and Chinatown Night Market, Vancouver Art Gallery and Vancouver Aquarium is the perfect starting point. Vancouver has a lively calendar of events and festivals all year round including Polar Bear Swim, New Year's Day, Chinese New Year, Victoria Day, Vancouver International Jazz Festival, Canada Day Celebrations, Vancouver Folk Music Festival, Vancouver Chamber Music Festival, Vancouver International Comedy Festival, Canada Day, Pacific National Exhibition, Gay Pride Day, BC Day, Civic Holiday, Vancouver Fringe Festival, Vancouver International Film Festival, Vancouver International Writers and Readers Festival, Thanksgiving, Remembrance Day and Christmas Carolship Parade.
August 07, 2008 | Tips from Us >
Queen Charlotte City, Festivals & Events
The Edge of the World Music Festival is this weekend!! Friday night, Saturday and Sunday. (8th, 9th and 10th) Come and check it out! FYI the Misty Meadows Campground is full, but there is still some free camping by the old Dress for Less. Weekend Pass's are $50. Headliners include The Higgins, Tambura Rasa, Summer and the Sinners and Mamaguroove.
Hope to see you there!
August 07, 2008 | Tips from Travellers >
Prince Rupert, Ferry
Just back from a family wedding up in Prince Rupert and had to share with folks how great the trip up via BC Ferries was (Port Hardy/Prince Rupert onbaord Northern Adventure). We saw a lot of whales; probably 20 orcas and a five or so grey. The scenery is impressive and I have lived on the Coast most of my life- including the northern end of Vancouver Island so I honestly thought I'd be a bit bored by it all. We travelled as large group- ten or so family members and we were all impressed. They do a casual bbq on one of the decks- it was very impressive, very west coast and relaxed! There was a 2 year old, 8, and 15 year old with us and they were all equally entertained. I would strongly recommend booking a cabin- we did and it was great especially for the kids and a mid day nap- its an EARLY start!
Prince Rupert has some nice parts- great museum, loved "Cow Bay Cafe"- amazing fresh food, Cowpuccion's Cafe is great too- we were there every morning for coffees and bagels. The sunken gardens were pretty. The surrounding area is very scenic- lots of great hiking/camping. We spent a sunny day at Diana Lake- water was chilly for me but the kids loved it.
There is so much to see and do in this province, I love exploring it it always makes me so happy that this is home!