Things to do in Penticton this Summer Are you considering a family road trip to the South Okanagan this summer? If so, you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we share the best things to do in Penticton this summer. I’m not sure why it took us so long to visit Penticton. We’ve […]
These are the Best Ski Resorts near Vancouver, British Columbia
Best Ski Resorts Near Vancouver One of Vancouver’s best features is it’s close proximity to the Coast Mountains, the gateway to endless outdoor adventure. In the winter months, there are multiple ski resorts near Vancouver that can be reached within a few hours drive. If you’re planning to go snowboarding or skiing during your time […]
25 FREE Things to do in Vancouver
We’ve lived in Vancouver for over 20 years now. During this time, we’ve hosted many first time visitors to the city. We’re often asked the same question; “What are the most popular things to do in Vancouver?” Our response varies depending on the time of year. However, there are a few places in Vancouver that […]
The Best Road Trip from Vancouver for first time visitors
Vancouver Road Trip itinerary As residents of Vancouver, we’re often asked about the best things to do in Vancouver. The next most common question is – what is the best road trip from Vancouver for first time visitors? It’s a great question. You have plenty of options in British Columbia. Do you go east to […]
15 Things to do in Squamish this Summer
Fun things to do in Squamish, British Columbia Over the past 20 years, we’ve driven up and down the Sea to Sky Highway countless times. Most often, we drive this famous Canadian highway while enroute to Whistler, one of British Columbia’s most popular tourist destinations. Squamish is the natural half-way point between Vancouver and Whistler. […]
Hubbard Glacier or Glacier Bay – What Alaska Cruise is Better?
Hubbard Glacier or Glacier Bay National Park? When planning your Alaska Cruise itinerary, you will likely need to make a decision between visiting the Hubbard Glacier or Glacier Bay National Park. After visiting both of these impressive natural treasures, we have some thoughts that we’d like to share. First of all, it must be noted […]
Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska – is it worth visiting?
Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska The Mendenhall Glacier is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Juneau, Alaska. Approximately 700,000+ people visit this glacier and recreation area each year, with daily visits reaching as high as 25,000 people during the busy cruise season in the summer. Unlike many other glaciers in Alaska that require […]
Is the Sea to Sky Gondola in Squamish worth visiting?
Sea to Sky Gondola in Squamish When I first learned about the plan to build the Sea to Sky Gondola in Squamish, I was skeptical. As residents of North Vancouver, we often drive the Sea to Sky Highway enroute to Whistler. Back then, I viewed Squamish as the half-way point to Whistler. Not a stand […]
