The Grouse Grind is a famous hike in Vancouver, known for its tough stairs and intense workout. It’s a hike I’ve always wanted to tackle – but it’s definitely not for the faint of heart! The hike is exhausting, and…
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The hike up to the peak of Black Mountain is a short and beautiful one. The trail head is at the Cypress Bowl parking lot, a 15km drive up Cypress Mountain off the Sea-to-Sky Highway. At the end of the…
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The hike up to Whyte Lake in West Vancouver is a short one ending at a lovely little lake which is perfect for a warm, refreshing dip after your climb. We hiked to Whyte Lake in the middle of an…
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When the opportunity came to cross the border for the 4 July long weekend to go and celebrate with the Americans, we couldn't say no! Being Canadians, it's fun to join in the fun south of the border to ring…
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For Father's Day this year, mum and I took dad on a visit to the Greater Vancouver Zoo because he, more than anyone, appreciates time spent doing something exciting with family in comparison to a physical gift. The Greater Vancouver Zoo…
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On a warm sunny downtown evening, Ellis and I walked the entire loop of the famous Vancouver Seawall that wraps around the incredible Stanley Park. Did you know, Stanley Park is ranked as the world's number one park! The loop…
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I woke up to an email that I have been waiting too long to receive: "Dear Jana, Yes! We are delighted to offer you your requested change of program at the University of British Columbia." Some background info: I graduated…
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Three years ago, the day before my 16th birthday, I attended a Ballet Cuba master class downtown Vancouver. I had tickets to watch them perform Don Quixote two days later. It was probably the most intense and incredible master class I…
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The wonderful hike to Norvan Falls winds through well-maintained trails and stunning lush forests ending up at a stunning waterfall cascading into a sweet little green pool. We hiked this one afternoon after a day of rain and the waterfall…
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Bowen Island is one of the gorgeous islands along BC's Sunshine Coast. Bowen is dotted with beautiful cafes, stunning hikes and beaches and island cottages galore. The moment our final exams were over, Nelli and I took the ferry across…
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The gorgeous trails surrounding Cleveland Dam provide for a wonderful rainy escape. The area of Capilano River which feeds the dam is beautiful, rain or shine. If you're searching for some peaceful isolation and some stunning viewpoints, this is the…
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Calling all outdoor adventure enthusiasts! Vancouver Island is bursting at the seams with all sorts of enchanting outdoorsy fun, and university reading week is the perfect time to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and see what beauty…
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