Merry Christmas 2021
Before Omicron came along to deck our halls, the family and some friends had the chance to visit the Festival of Lights at Van Dusen Gardens. Continue reading Merry Christmas 2021
Month: December 2021
2021 10 11 – Cariboo Dam
Cariboo Dam is on the eastern end of Burnaby Lake and controls the water levels in the lake and flow of water into the Brunette River. It’s a popular spot to visit in the Fall when salmon return to spawn. No luck in October on this visit. November is the best time to go check out the salmon in the fishway. Watch this metro minute … Continue reading 2021 10 11 – Cariboo Dam
My Travel Must-Haves for International Trips
This post contains affiliate links to products. I may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. There are a few things you need to fly overseas. Here are the essentials that should already be on your list and that I don’t have to tell you about, but I am going to tell you anyway. THE ESSENTIALS Passport Your updated passport is essential. If … Continue reading My Travel Must-Haves for International Trips
Arriving in Frankfurt (2019)
This post contains affiliate links to products. I may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Time for a little throwback to pre-pandemic times. Let’s revisit my last big trip before the pandemic basically sidelined all my travel plans for the past couple of years. Also, because of my 5 year hiatus as a regular blogger, I’ve totally not covered some of my … Continue reading Arriving in Frankfurt (2019)
The free suspension bridge at Lynn Canyon Park
What’s the perfect Metro Vancouver day trip for waterfalls, a suspension bridge, a forest boardwalk, and lots of stairs
Look no further than North Vancouver’s Lynn Canyon. Many locals already know about this free alternative to the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Continue reading The free suspension bridge at Lynn Canyon Park
Looking for Holiday fun? – the Vancouver Christmas Market
Oh. It’s that time of year again. Christmas is quickly hurtling towards us before we know it. Then we are scrambling to get gifts for loved ones and arrange times to meet them. Or maybe you are just looking to get into the holiday spirit and feel festive. Continue reading Looking for Holiday fun? – the Vancouver Christmas Market
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