On Saturday, September 6, 2014, thousands of bike enthusiasts will journey through British Columbia via bicycle. Why? Well why not. GranFondo (“the big ride”) gives cyclists – beginner and advanced – the chance to ride fully supported from Vancouver to Whistler on the Sea to Sky Highway in a dedicated lane, enjoying the gorgeous views…
The Opus Hotel in downtown Vancouver has personality in spades—from the hot pink lounge décor in the lobby to all the male staff wearing shoes by local designer John Fluevog to the ultra hip (and wonderful) Cento Notti restaurant. But the recently renovated rooms literally have personalities. There are five fictional characters in total, and…
Surround by the breathtaking Coast Mountains of British Columbia and a mere two hours north of Vancouver, Whistler is the perfect year-round destination for a Canadian vacation. Consistently ranked the number one mountain resort in North America, Whistler features a variety of adventurous activities, perfect for any thrill seeker.From snowboarding to zip lining to rock…
A stone’s throw from Vancouver, BC’s Sunshine Coast is a 110-mile stretch of beach-dotted, mountain-backed, fjord-cut shoreline along British Columbia’s southwest coast. A decidedly laid-back locale – so named because it attracts more solar action than many other parts of the lower mainland – the Sunshine Coast is a haven for artists, and the festivals…
I’m a big fan of the current 90’s fashion revival that’s going on—when it’s done right that is. Forget the unkempt and androgynous grunge look of flannels, Doc Martins and cords—Think: mini-skirts in feminine floral patterns, shrunken bleach-wash denim jackets, buffalo plaid shirts. (Word to the wise, do not try the reimagined Hammer Pants à…