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Vancouverscape, a Vancouver based blog covering travel, tech, and lifestyle

  • CYCLING/LIFESTYLE

    KOO Sunglasses

    Italian-Crafted KOO Sunglasses Blend Tech Innovation and Style

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 28, 2020

    Italian eyewear makers KOO have recently gotten onto our radar. Their collection of premium performance all-weather sunglasses and snow goggles feature Zeiss® lenses, with a trademark “Z” laser-engraved onto the » Read More

  • LIFESTYLE/URBAN GEAR

    Herschel Supply Little America Mid-Volume

    BTS: Herschel Supply’s Spacious and Functional Little America Mid-Volume

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 27, 2020

    76 colour options. A tad smaller than the iconic Little America…it’s Herschel Supply’s Little America Mid-Volume. We’ve owned the larger version of this bag for years, back when they first » Read More

  • LODGING/VANCOUVER

    Westin Grand Vancouver

    Vancouver Staycation Idea: Westin Grand + Dining at Glowbal

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 26, 2020

    Entering Vancouver’s Westin Grand lobby, you’re now greeted with friendly employees wearing masks and standing behind a plexiglass barrier. Welcome to the new hotel stay! We checked in for a » Read More

  • GADGETS/TECH

    Apple Watch Series 5

    Apple Watch Series 5: GPS vs. Cellular, Bands, AirPods and More Watch Features

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 24, 2020

    After using the Apple Watch Series 5 for a month, I decided to compare features between the GPS and Cellular models. After all, there’s not only a difference in price » Read More

  • FASHION/LIFESTYLE

    Ryders Eyewear

    Ryders Eyewear: Stylish, Quality Glasses For Adventure Seekers

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 21, 2020

    Since 1986, North Shore-based Ryders Eyewear has been inspired by a drive for adventure and has gained a reputation for hard-working glasses and goggles, whether your sport of choice is » Read More

  • LIFESTYLE/SHOPPING

    Casper bed frames

    Casper Introduces Two New Bed Frames

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 19, 2020

    Even though we’re spending more time at home (and in bed), many of us are struggling to get quality sleep. Alongside a great mattress, your entire bedroom environment plays an » Read More

  • AUDIO/TECH

    Belkin SOUNDFORM True Wireless EarBuds

    Belkin’s SOUNDFORM True Wireless EarBuds Deliver Solid Sound

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 17, 2020

    We’re excited to see our friends at Belkin have entered the premium wireless earbud market with SOUNDFORM True Wireless Earbuds. These are beautifully designed and really deliver excellent sound quality! » Read More

  • MUSIC/VANCOUVER

    TD Uptown Live Goes Virtual

    TD Uptown Live Goes Virtual on August 22

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 14, 2020

    New Westminster’s popular summer music festival, TD Uptown Live, is coming to your living room later this month! The Uptown Business Association of New Westminster has announced that the 2020 » Read More

  • OUTDOORS/VANCOUVER

    BC Water Bikes

    Riding Into the Sunset With BC Water Bikes

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 12, 2020

    During this warm, sunny summer, we’ve been taking every opportunity to get outside with hikes, picnics, sailing lessons and bike rides. When we discovered a way to ride a bike » Read More

  • THEATER/VANCOUVER

    Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival

    Bard on the Beach News: 2020 Virtual Programming, New Logo

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 10, 2020

    Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival has pivoted its mission for the remainder of the summer to focus on creating new digitally delivered content and experiences, available to local Festival » Read More

  • EVENTS/TRAVEL

    Virtual Travel and Leisure Show on September 12

    Save the Date: Virtual Travel and Leisure Show on September 12

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 7, 2020

    Canada’s first ever, nationwide virtual travel and leisure show is set to take place on Thursday, September 12 (with September 10 earmarked as Travel Professionals Day). Sponsored by The Globe » Read More

  • FASHION/GIVEAWAYS

    Birks Canada

    Birks Launches Love is Essential Engagement Ring Contest

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 6, 2020

    During these challenging times, kindness and love keep us united. Love is essential. “First responders and essential workers have put other Canadians ahead of themselves each day and work tirelessly » Read More

  • CYCLING/URBAN GEAR

    Arkel ORCA 45 Waterproof Bike Panniers

    Fall Cycling Preview: Arkel ORCA 45 Waterproof Bike Panniers

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 5, 2020

    Canadian made and rugged, in time for bike trips and fall cycling, Arkel ORCA 45 roll-top bike panniers offer ample space for commuters (or travellers) to stow gear. We received » Read More

  • GADGETS/TECH

    TwelveSouth TimePorter

    TwelveSouth’s TimePorter: An All-Around Apple Watch Accessory

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    July 31, 2020

    What began as a search for a dust-free space to store my Apple Watch bands has turned into discovering a very handy, well-designed product by TwelveSouth: the TimePorter. We’ve been » Read More

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