Stop and smell the flowers at the Bloedel Conservatory

Bloedel Conservatory

Rain or shine, this flower-filled oasis at the Planetarium features a tropical climate, lush foliage and exotic free-flying birds, all set beneath an oversized glass dome. Red Winged Laughing … [Read more...]

Peruse great works of fine art at the Vancouver Art Gallery

Vancouver Art Gallery

©When the weather is cold and gray, add a much-needed dose of colour by exploring vibrant art exhibits and thought-provoking pieces in the Vancouver Art Gallery.  With more than 10,000 works of art in … [Read more...]

Polar Bear Swim

Braving the Brrrr!: The Polar Bear Swim is an icy, scream-inducing tradition that happens every New Year’s Day on the frigid beaches of English Bay. Its initial swim was in 1920 when a small number … [Read more...]

Romantic New Year’s Eve Dinner Suggestions in Kitsilano

Romantic New years eve dinner

Not everyone likes the big party on New Year’s Eve. Sometimes it’s better to do something smaller and more romantic after days of brunches and dinners with family and friends. Happily, the Kitsilano … [Read more...]

Alternative Holiday Celebrations in Vancouver

Vancouver Winter Solstace Lantern Festival

Vancouver is a multicultural city, and it never shows as much as during the holidays. With all the cultural groups celebrating their own holidays, it’s a moment that’s rich in learning potential. Here … [Read more...]