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

  • BRITISH COLUMBIA/OUTDOORS

    Last Frontier Heliskiing

    Last Frontier Heliskiing Offers Fully Refundable Deposit If Borders Stay Closed

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    September 16, 2020

    Last Frontier Heliskiing’s once-in-a-lifetime offer allows Canadian ski enthusiasts to put a fully refundable $1,000 deposit down to secure booking in the event that international borders remain closed for the » Read More

  • LIFESTYLE/TECH

    Lexon Peashub USB Hu

    Our Current Faves in Tech, Home, Wellness & RFID Security

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    September 14, 2020

    Summer’s winding down, and with that, we’re starting to look at products that will keep us productive indoors (and in some cases, entertained on the road), from yoga mats to » Read More

  • LIFESTYLE/TECH

    Dyson V11 Outsize Cordless Vacuum

    Test-Drive: Dyson V11 Outsize Cordless Vacuum

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    September 11, 2020

    This is our first foray into the world of Dyson vacuum cleaners, so we’re producing this feature as first-time users, taking this beautiful new V11 Outsize for a test-drive around » Read More

  • GADGETS/TECH

    BTS: Twelve South’s HiRise Duet for iPhone and Apple Watch

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    September 9, 2020

    Twelve South’s HiRise Duet is an upgrade from the HiRise for iPhone/iPad; it now includes an integrated Apple Watch charging disk and its own power supply (versus USB connectivity). This » Read More

  • BRITISH COLUMBIA/SIGHTSEEING

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    An Afternoon at Sea with Prince of Whales Adventures

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    September 8, 2020

    Aiming for a change of scenery, particularly one that includes fresh, salty air and ocean breezes? Then we highly recommend a tour with local outfitters Prince of Whales. Now I » Read More

  • BRITISH COLUMBIA/OUTDOORS

    Kelp Reef Adventures Victoria

    Paddling Victoria’s Waterways with Kelp Reef Adventures

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    September 4, 2020

    If you’re looking to explore Victoria from a refreshing, engaging water perspective, get fitted into a kayak for a two-or three-hour tour of Juan de Fuca Strait (or the city’s » Read More

  • BRITISH COLUMBIA/LUXURY HOTELS

    Top travel blogger

    A Luxurious, Late Summer Getaway to Victoria’s Inn at Laurel Point

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    September 2, 2020

    One of my favourite spots in Victoria, BC has always been the little corner of the city near the Inn at Laurel Point. I regularly stay in this area because » Read More

  • THEATER/VANCOUVER

    She Sells Sea Shells

    United Players of Vancouver Announces 2020-21 Season

    By Ariane Colenbrander

    August 31, 2020

    FIVE female directors! FOUR female playwrights! THREE Canadian premières including TWO North American premières! Do you miss local theater? We sure do! Join the United Players of Vancouver for their » Read More

  • 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

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