Looking for the best things to do on Granville Island? Start with the Public Market, but leave enough time to explore the local shops, street performers and waterfront surrounding it. I visited Granville Island during my time in Vancouver and arrived by Aquabus, which made the journey part of the experience. For most first-time visitors,…
Vancouver boat tours offer a completely different perspective of the city. From the water, you can take in the skyline, Stanley Park and the North Shore Mountains without navigating traffic or crowded streets. My personal favourite was sailing from Mosquito Creek Marina into English Bay. It was peaceful, social and one of the highlights of…
The Sea to Sky Gondola promises some of the most spectacular views between Vancouver and Whistler but with admission costing more than $80, is the Sea to Sky Gondola worth it? After visiting during my Sea to Sky Highway road trip, my answer is yes, especially on a clear day. I paid $83 plus tax…
Deciding where to stay in Vancouver can shape your entire trip. I spent one week near Coal Harbour and another two weeks in Kitsilano, experiencing both Vancouver’s sightseeing hub and its quieter neighbourhood life. My quick answer: If you only have two or three days, stay in Coal Harbour or Downtown Vancouver. Both are central,…
If you only have time for one mountain experience near Vancouver, should you choose Grouse Mountain or the Sea to Sky Gondola? I visited both while following my Canada road trip itinerary from Quebec to Vancouver and while they may look similar on paper, they offer two completely different experiences. My quick verdict: Choose Grouse…
If you only have 3 days in Vancouver, I’d spend one day exploring the city’s waterfront, one day experiencing the mountains of North Vancouver, and one day discovering more of Vancouver’s neighborhoods and coastline. That gives you the mix that made Vancouver stand out to me: city, ocean and mountains all woven together. I spent…
Grouse Mountain is one of Vancouver’s most popular attractions but it isn’t cheap. So, is Grouse Mountain worth it? After visiting Grouse Mountain during my cross-Canada road trip from Quebec to Vancouver, my answer is yes! Especially for first-time visitors who want an easy mountain experience without committing to a full-day trip outside the city….
As part of my cross-Canada road trip, I ended up settling into Vancouver for a few weeks rather than simply passing through. I spent one week near Coal Harbour, followed by two weeks in Kitsilano, which gave me time to experience the city at a much slower pace. I also added a full week exploring…
Driving across Canada in an electric vehicle sounds either wildly ambitious or slightly irresponsible, depending on who you ask. I completed the journey in my 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E AWD Extended Range, which gives me roughly 450 kilometres of range in summer conditions. In winter, that range can drop by around 40%, which is one…
Whenever I travel abroad, people often ask me what Canada is like. It is my home country, yet I realized there was still so much of it I had never experienced for myself. Driving across Canada had been on my travel wish list for years, but I did not want to rush from one major…