New Westminster, BC - one-time capital of British Columbia, has dramatically changed well beyond the (still pretty impressive) bridal district and the (not-as-impressive) dollar stores and short-term loan outlets for which it had become known in recent decades past. New West has in fact undergone a profound transformation in the last five years into one of the most vibrant … [Read more...]
Victoria, BC – a Father And Daughter Trip
Victoria, British Columbia is the capital city of our home province. It's a city full of character and personality, and packed with hidden gems. Victoria presents travellers with a walkable and bikeable downtown core that makes for one of the most accessible urban centres for the car-less (once you get there, that is) our nation of Canada offers. So, this year on our annual … [Read more...]
Deer Lake Park: An Awesome Outdoor Music Venue & Burnaby, BC Local Treasure
Among many other benefits of traveling anywhere and making connections while you do it is gaining a sense of perspective that helps you to more concisely appreciate your home. But sometimes, you don't have to travel very far to accomplish this. I'm talking about local treasures. These are the places, the events, the venues that make our home special to us, and where we make … [Read more...]
Booze and Travel: Three Drinks For Three Trips
For every place I've been, I've got a clear memory of a magical glass, flagon, vessel, grail, tankard, whatever, that is specific to that place. I suppose that's not really surprising, since enjoying a leisurely bevvie or two (or more!) is par for the traveler's course. With that in mind, I'd like to talk about three trips I've taken, and the wonderful beverages that marked … [Read more...]
