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

  • EVENTS/VANCOUVER

    Lumiere Vancouver

    Save the Date! Lumière Returns to Vancouver From November 5 to 30

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    October 23, 2020

    Lumière Vancouver returns next month for its seventh edition, extended this year to 3 1/2 weeks, in two locations: Jim Deva Plaza and English Bay (at Beach Avenue and Davie » Read More

  • CULINARY/GADGETS

    Classic Wusthof Knives

    Elegant and Sturdy, Classic Wusthof Knives Are Ideal for Holiday Food Prep

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    October 21, 2020

    Wüsthof’s heritage, tradition of craftsmanship and wealth of experience spans two centuries (they’re one of the oldest and most respected knife makers in the world). From utility to carving needs, » Read More

  • BOOKS/TRAVEL

    All Over the Map by Tanya Zaufi

    A Tale of True Love at Sea: All Over the Map by Tanya Zaufi

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    October 19, 2020

    Raise your hand if you’ve ever had a travel romance. And how many of you watched that spark blossom into a long-distance relationship? I can attest to meeting my true » Read More

  • HAWAII/SHOPPING

    Hawaii Farm Stand

    Hawaii Farm Stand Lets You Buy Direct From Hawaiian Farmers

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    October 15, 2020

    There are many things to love about Hawaii (aka The Big Island), but one of the most memorable discoveries for us had to have been the large variety of fresh, » Read More

  • CANADA/SHOPPING

    Parks Canada merchandise

    Parks Canada Merchandise Supports Conservation Projects

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    October 13, 2020

    Perhaps you were amongst fellow Canadians who enjoyed our country’s national parks, historic sights and waterways this past summer. You can continue to support Parks Canada through shopping their extensive » Read More

  • BRITISH COLUMBIA/LODGING

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    Campbell River Oceanfront Cabin Life at Dolphin’s Resort

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    October 9, 2020

    We decided to wind down our North Vancouver Island adventures with a stay at Dolphin’s Resort in Campbell River, where a group of 1940’s rustic cabins command a view of » Read More

  • BRITISH COLUMBIA/LODGING

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    Alert Bay’s Historic Nimpkish Hotel Turns 100

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    October 7, 2020

    A 35-minute ferry ride brings us to Cormorant Island, known to the locals as Alert Bay. Three minutes by car and we’ve already arrived for an overnight stay at the » Read More

  • BRITISH COLUMBIA/SIGHTSEEING

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    On an Adventure with Campbell River Whale Watching

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    October 5, 2020

    As North Vancouver Island is a well known spot for migrating whales, we decided on a half-day expedition with local tour operators Campbell River Whale Watching while in town. Campbell » Read More

  • AUTOMOTIVE/BRITISH COLUMBIA

    Volvo's V60 T5 Cross Country

    Vancouver Island Getaway with Volvo’s V60 T5 Cross Country

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    September 30, 2020

    It’s a cloudy September morning as we board the BC Ferries Queen of Cowichan from Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay. We’re taking the opportunity to explore Northern Vancouver Island, a » Read More

  • CYCLING/URBAN GEAR

    Vancouverscape x Nutcase Helmets

    Cycle and Skateboard in Style This Fall With a Nutcase Street Helmet

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    September 28, 2020

    Portland, Oregon is an uber cycle-friendly city that hosts bike traditions such as the month-long Pedalpalooza each June. And Portland-based Nutcase aims to make helmets cool to look at and » Read More

  • DINING/VANCOUVER

    Pacific Yacht Charters

    Pacific Yacht Charters Launches Off-The-Boat Holiday Catering Service

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    September 25, 2020

    We’ve enjoyed buffets and drinks on board Vancouver’s Pacific Yacht Charters for years, however 2020 has obviously meant a different kind of dining experience to us all. In case you’re » Read More

  • OPERA/VANCOUVER

    Vancouver Opera Announces 2020-2021 Digital Season

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    September 23, 2020

    Vancouver Opera is excited to announce a reimagined 2020–2021 season that will embrace digital content with a diverse, high-quality series of programming marking the company’s first-ever digital season. “Vancouver Opera » Read More

  • FITNESS/TECH

    Apple Fitness+

    Apple Fitness+ Personalized Fitness Experience to Arrive Later This Year

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    September 21, 2020

    Apple just unveiled Fitness+, the first fitness experience built for Apple Watch, arriving later this year. Apple Fitness+ will intelligently incorporate metrics from Apple Watch right to your iPhone, iPad, » Read More

  • HEALTH/TECH

    UBC James Dyson Award Attentiv

    UBC Engineering Team Wins 2020 National James Dyson Award

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    September 18, 2020

    The James Dyson Award (JDA) is an international design award that celebrates, encourages and inspires the next generation of engineering students to solve a real-world problem. Winning solutions are selected » Read More

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