Spa and Wellness Experiences in Vancouver Inspired by the Outdoors

Photo: Fairmont Pacific Rim (William Stream Spa)

Vancouver is known around the world for its gorgeous natural surroundings and striking cityscape. Spas and other wellness establishments are inspired by this beauty when curating relaxing experiences that are quintessentially West Coast. Many of them take place outdoors where you can soak up everything Vancouver has to offer.

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Spa and Wellness Experiences in Vancouver Inspired by the Outdoors

Wellness by the Water Itinerary

Yoga on the beach

Health and wellness are an integral part of West Coast culture–combine this with the refreshing ocean breeze and calming waves that surround Vancouver and you get the perfect environment to rejuvenate and refresh your mind and body. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in restorative activities surrounded by expansive ocean views. Dive into a weekend of Wellness by the Water. Continue reading:
Wellness by the Water Itinerary

Two Local Indigenous Wellness Brands Promote Self-Care, Education, and Sustainability

Lynn-Marie Angus of Sisters Sage; Photo credit: Iulia Agnew

Sisters Sage is the inspiring story of two sisters, Lynn-Marie and Melissa-Rae Angus, who empowered themselves by launching their own company devoted to wellness products in 2018. The two took a thoughtful look at their lives and came to a decision. “We knew we had to do better for ourselves. We knew it had to be Indigenous. We knew we wanted to be our own bosses. We wanted to promote our health and wellbeing in many different facets of our life, financially for one, culturally, spiritually, socially – all aspects we weren’t getting at that time of our lives,” says Lynn-Marie Angus.

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Two Local Indigenous Wellness Brands Promote Self-Care, Education, and Sustainability

Boost Your Self-Care with a Vancouver Wellness Weekend

Wellness weekend Vancouver legs up the wall stretch

Photo: Jana Josue-McLaren

Self-care is a big part of our wellness and mental health. A staycation weekend can work wonders for cabin fever, and a wellness-themed staycation will soothe your soul. Here are some suggestions for boosting your wellness and relaxation during a weekend in the city.

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Boost Your Self-Care with a Vancouver Wellness Weekend

Metabolism-boosting activities to enjoy in Vancouver

Metabolism=boosting activities

We tend to (over)indulge over the holiday season, and there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that. But our bodies feel it — and there’s no time like the present to reincorporate some healthy habits. Here are some easy and fun metabolism-boosting activities to enjoy in Vancouver.

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Metabolism-boosting activities to enjoy in Vancouver

Vancouver Winter Inspiration: The Ultimate Guide


Winter may be the coldest season, but that gives us an excuse to layer-up! Whether those layers include outdoor gear for snow adventures or chic knits and cosy hoodies for downtown escapades, here’s some winter inspiration to help you enjoy the best of winter in Vancouver. Continue reading:
Vancouver Winter Inspiration: The Ultimate Guide

Granville Island Turkey Trot Returns as a Virtual Race

Granville Island Turkey Trot

RUNVAN® returns with its popular Granville Island Turkey Trot as a virtual race this October (1-15). The local races raise money for local Food Banks and BC Children’s Hospital and are loaded with race extras for all runners.

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Granville Island Turkey Trot Returns as a Virtual Race