Over 600,000 passengers made their way through the Port of Vancouver in 2011 on 199 sailings. That number is likely to go up in 2013 when Disney Cruise Line once again uses Vancouver’s port as their starting point for their Alaskan trips. For many years they docked in Vancouver, until recently when they decided to move down to Seattle. After customer feedback, they decided to bring their ships back to Vancouver in May of 2013. This is great news for... Read More
Vancouver’s YVR airport has all the amenities that you look for in an international airport for an enjoyable experience. It’s got shopping, restaurants, lounges, mini-spas, book stores, free Wi-Fi and more importantly, some very beautiful art work and aquariums. In Vancouver, there’s an entire gallery that’s dedicated to Bill Reid’s artwork. Bill Reid is a well-known Aboriginal artist that has produced some monumental pieces... Read More
St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner and it’s never too early to start planning your route around Vancouver to grab a pint and get in the spirit of the Irish. The Irish Heather brings an element of well thought interior design to the rich wood and traditional bar that are the centerpiece when you walk into this lovely pub. It’s long, narrow and boasts a private room, complete with an over-sized picnic table that’s perfect for... Read More