There’s something incredibly charming about a neighbourhood toy store and since 1980, Kaboodles Toy Store has been the local toy experts in Metro Vancouver, carrying anything from “traditional toys to the downright zany!” Lee Richmond, who owns a chain of four neighborhood toy stores, Kaboodles, has been a Vancouver institution for over 30 years. A […]

The Robson Square ice rink in the heart of downtown Vancouver is your hub for holiday-themed events this season. Starting tonight, they’ll host live music and performances to add to your skating experience and I have a very special announcement for the New Year as well. Photo credit: BC Gov Photos – Submitted to the […]

The VanDusen Festival of Lights opened this week adding even more beauty to Vancouver’s stunning botanical gardens. Photo credit: TOTORORO.RORO on Flickr VanDusen Festival of Lights Until January 4, 2014 enjoy this magical experience with the whole family as you explore over a million twinkling lights between 4:30pm and 9:00pm daily (closed Christmas Day, December […]

Fort Langley is a lovely area to visit at any time of year — for antiques, festivals, and historic attractions — and this season is no exception. Visit the Fort Langley National Historic Site and spend some time in Fort Langley Village to enjoy activities and local shopping. Photo credit: AntonTeterine on Flickr Fort Langley […]

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 […]