We visited The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden on a rainy winter day. This beautiful botanical garden is located right in the center of Vancouver’s Chinatown. As soon as we entered through the gates, we were transported to a tranquil garden that felt as if it were miles away from the city. In this…
Vancouver BC is a stunning coastal city filled with numerous Instagrammable viewpoints and attractions. Whether you’re a tourist or a professional photographer, you’ll want to know exactly where to go to see some of Vancouver’s best backdrops. We created this post to share 34 of Vancouver’s most Instagrammable spots. Pack your camera, make sure your…
Vancouver BC is a foodie’s paradise. As a coastal city, Vancouver BC has fresh seafood, strong coffee, and an international presence. One of the things we really appreciate about eating in Vancouver is that there is an emphasis on using sustainable food practices. During our many trips to Vancouver, we’ve noticed three culinary areas that…
Vancouver BC is famous for a lot of things, including its architecture, parks, culinary scene, and of course, its rain! Vancouver receives approximately 146 centimeters of rain annually. (North Vancouver, which is closer to the mountains, receives an estimated 252 centimeters!) Vancouver receives even more rain than Seattle (also famous for its rain), which receives…
Planning a weekend trip to Vancouver BC? Vancouver is one of our favorite cities in the world! The food, culture, and natural beauty surrounding the city are unparalleled. Vancouver is known by many names, such as the City of Glass (due to its numerous glass buildings), Rain City (because it rains so much there), and…
The Vancouver Aquarium has been a primary attraction in Vancouver BC since 1956. It was Canada’s first public aquarium. Each year, over one million people visit the Vancouver Aquarium. The Vancouver Aquarium has over 30 exhibits and 65,000 animals, so there is a lot to see! We have visited the Vancouver Aquarium on several occasions,…
In my opinion, one of the best things to do in Vancouver is to visit Granville Island Public Market. The market has about 50 different vendors that sell all sorts of things, including artisan chocolates, soaps, jewelry, donuts, salmon jerky, coffee, and more. (The donuts are my favorite!) In this post, I’m sharing the best…
One of the best things to see while you’re in Vancouver BC is the Capilano Suspension Bridge. The bridge is 450 feet long and is suspended across the Capilano River. The bridge hangs 230 foot drop down to the river below. In addition to the world-famous suspension bridge, the park also has a number of…
