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Grouse Mountain Peak of Christmas 2012

Comments 182 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Grouse Mountain is the Peak of Christmas in Vancouver with mountain-top ice skating, skiing, Santa’s reindeer and other snowy adventures with sweeping views high above the city. Photo credit: mountainhiker on Flickr A fire crackling in the outdoor pit, the scraping of skate blades on the ice, fresh powder falling from the sky, and the […]

Holiday Tea at The Urban Tea Merchant

Comments 2 by Rebecca Bollwitt
Disclosure: Review — This is not a paid post, views are my own. The Urban Tea Merchant recently invited media in to try their Holiday Tea Service. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

Last May I was introduced to the family behind The Urban Tea Merchant along with their expertise on all things tea, their afternoon teas, and their wide selection of tea-related products. This shop and tea parlour located between Thurlow and Burrard, bordering Georgia and Alberni, is a fragrant and soothing oasis among the hustle and […]

GLOW Salt Spring Island Giveaway

Comments 434 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Today I’m heading over to Salt Spring Island (otherwise known as our ‘Happy Place’) to enjoy the second annual Glowtini competition. Bartenders and mixologist from the isle will compete to tantalize taste-buds with a custom cocktail created specifically for Salt Spring Islanders and guests this holiday season. I’ll be joined by Janice Mansfield and David […]

Christmas at Canada Place 2012: Activities and Events

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The 25th annual Christmas at Canada Place begins this weekend as one of Vancouver’s most iconic attractions celebrates the season. Once again as a proud media partner of this campaign, I am happy to share all the details for what’s in store from December 8th to December 30th. The Christmas Trail Visit Canada Place daily […]

Caya Gift Guide and Giveaway

Comments 190 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Caya is a sophisticated brand of boutiques powered by TELUS and they’re stocking the shelves with great gadget-y gift ideas this season. With stores on South Granville, in Gastown, on Davie, and in the West End, they’re offering stylish tech-savvy products that will not only be practical, but also look really cool. Gift Guide Fuji […]