There’s a myriad of reasons you’ll want to add Vancouver’s attractions to your list of must-do’s this summer. And a darn good time is only one of them. If we can support them now through this difficult time, we can ensure they can continue to do so much for us, whether that’s providing a positive outlet for youth in our city, conserving our incredible natural surroundings, or simply upholding the fabric of our unique culture. Continue reading:
Vancouver’s Mutual Attractions
Vancouver’s Mutual Attractions
3 Places to Experience the Thrill of Ziplines and Ropes Courses Around Vancouver
Mountain Ropes Adventure at Grouse Mountain. Photo: Tourism Vancouver / Justa Jeskova Photography
Fly through the air, balance on swinging obstacles far above the ground, and walk on suspension bridges through the forest canopy. Check out these three places to experience the thrill of ziplines and aerial ropes courses around Vancouver.
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3 Places to Experience the Thrill of Ziplines and Ropes Courses Around Vancouver
Oakridge x Pac Rim Patio Offers A Fresh Concept For Al Fresco Dining
Fairmont Pacific Rim has partnered with Oakridge and Westbank, to offer a unique outdoor pop-up patio experience this summer.
The hotel plaza reflects the design for the 10-acre park at Oakridge Park, inspired in equal parts by the rice terraces of Southeast Asia and the coastal temperate rainforests of British Columbia. The grassy patio is defined by distinct, carved hills creating topographic forms, with more than 50 seats, accented by individual fire pits, lounge areas, and umbrella topped tables. Continue reading:
Oakridge x Pac Rim Patio Offers A Fresh Concept For Al Fresco Dining
Things To Do in Vancouver This Weekend
Photo credit: Tourism Vancouver / Tanya Goehring
Well hello June! I hope you are feeling more positive and excited about the summer in light of the Province’s recent re-opening plan. I sure do miss having plans! If you haven’t made any for this weekend, here are some ideas. Celebrate Pride and join ‘The Really Gay History Tour’, stretch out your body with East Van Yoga and Container Brewing, get your wardrobe summer-ready with the Black Friday Summer Edition, grab your bike and head out for a ride to mark United Nations World Bicycle Day.
Tea in the Window Returns to Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Photo: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Notch8 Restaurant at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, downtown Vancouver’s “Castle in the City,” looks to relaunch its Afternoon Tea in the Window service starting Monday, June 7th, 2021. Continue reading:
Tea in the Window Returns to Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Adrenaline, Nature and Immersive Escapes: Stress-busting Experiences in Vancouver
Nature experiences can help to combat stress and restore calm (courtesy Albert Normandin).
With more people receiving their COVID-19 vaccines every day, there’s hope we can enjoy the type of summer we’re used to: spending time outdoors, visiting our favourite parts of Vancouver, and seeing our loved ones. Continue reading:
Adrenaline, Nature and Immersive Escapes: Stress-busting Experiences in Vancouver
June’s Vancouver Hike of the Month: Bowen Lookout
The view from Bowen Lookout at sunset. Photo: Taryn Eyton/ HappiestOutdoors.ca
This year Vancouver’s North Shore mountains have a heavy snowpack, which means we will have to wait a bit longer to hike some of the trails to the higher peaks. But why not warm-up for the summer hiking season with a hike to Bowen Lookout at Cypress Provincial Park? It’s a short hike to a beautiful viewpoint. In early June there will be just a few snow patches that should disappear by the end of the month.
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June’s Vancouver Hike of the Month: Bowen Lookout
