Where to Shop in Vancouver: Historic and Design-Forward Gastown

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Gastown, as a historic area of Vancouver, has much to offer along its iconic cobbled streets, including the popular Steam Clock, heritage architecture, top-notch restaurants and bars, and plenty of unique stylish boutiques.

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Where to Shop in Vancouver: Historic and Design-Forward Gastown

Where to Shop in Vancouver: Bustling and International Robson Street

Ready to stroll down Robson Street? (Destination Vancouver/Nelson Mouellic)

As Vancouver’s main thoroughfare, Robson Street has it all: cafes, restaurants, and plenty of shopping options.

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Where to Shop in Vancouver: Bustling and International Robson Street

Treat Yourself Itinerary

couple shopping for shoes

Everyone deserves to pamper themselves now and then, whether it’s indulging in a little retail therapy, letting your troubles melt away at the spa, or sipping on a cocktail by the sea. With all the advantages of a major urban centre fused with the laid-back atmosphere of the West Coast, Vancouver is the perfect destination if you want to give yourself the VIP treatment. Don’t forget your wallet at home, it’s time to treat yourself. Continue reading:
Treat Yourself Itinerary

McArthurGlen team up with local Musqueam artist Debra Sparrow for International Women’s Day

In celebration of International Women’s Day this coming March 8th,  McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport has teamed up with local Musqueam artist Debra Sparrow.

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McArthurGlen team up with local Musqueam artist Debra Sparrow for International Women’s Day

Take a Vancouver Staycation this Holiday Season

Hampton Inn Hotel staycation

Photo: Jana Josue-McLaren

It’s time to stay close to home, but that doesn’t mean we can’t take care of ourselves and play tourist in our town. What better way to play tourist than with a staycation in your favourite Downtown Vancouver neighbourhood? It’s time for some self-care as your re-explore our city’s wonder with festive and fresh eyes.

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Take a Vancouver Staycation this Holiday Season

5 unique places to buy holiday gifts in Vancouver

Got Craft | Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend

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If you’ve stepped into a store lately, you might be thinking that the holidays are just around the corner. Luckily, we’ve still got some time to go in order to make the most of the festive holiday shopping.

For those not interested in department stores, there are plenty of fun options around Vancouver for some unique holiday gift shopping. So whether you’re looking to support local artists, find something wacky for that weird uncle of yours, or you just want to treat yourself to something nice, here’s a starter list for some unique shopping ideas in Vancouver.

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5 unique places to buy holiday gifts in Vancouver

East Cordova: Gastown’s Best Kept Secret

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The following article was submitted by the Gastown BIA

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbour. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” -Mark Twain  Continue reading:
East Cordova: Gastown’s Best Kept Secret