I’m in an airport (YVR, ORD, DEN, MSP, LAX…) checked into my flight and through security and I set out on the ever-predictable hunt to find a Hudson News to stock up on flight essentials. A bottle of water, chewing gum, perhaps tissues, and something to eat… something to snack on that won’t make me bloat up at 30,000 ft or leave me feeling gross and groggy the rest of the day.
Just past the potato chips and candy, like a beacon, I can always find the KIND bars. It’s funny because at an event last week with the KIND Snacks team in Vancouver, one of the representatives said that heathy airport snacking was one of the goals for Daniel Lubetzky, founder of KIND.
KIND products are made from nutritionally-dense ingredients like whole nuts, fruits and whole grains – no secret ingredients and no artificial flavors, preservatives or sweeteners. They also taste amazing – hello Dark Chocolate, Sea Salt & Nuts. PRESSED by KIND also takes “fruit leather” to another level with simple and minimal ingredients like Mango, Apple, Chia or Pineapple, Banana, Kale, Spinach.
Now, armed with a box full of KIND Snacks including KIND Healthy Grains, KIND Breakfast, and PRESSED by KIND fruit bars, I’m ready to share the KINDness with you!
A KIND Contest
I have a KIND swag bag to give away that includes a selection of KIND bars, granola, and snacks, as well as a KIND shirt, water bottle, hat, AND 4 Vancouver Canadians ticket vouchers*. Did you know you can grab a KIND bar at Nat Bailey this year? Enjoy a healthy snack on the go, at home, or at the ballpark!
Here’s how you can enter to win my KIND contest:
- Leave a comment on this post (1 entry)
- Click below to get another entry by posting on Twitter:
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I will draw one winner at random from all entries on Friday, June 29 at 5:00pm. *Vouchers are for reserved grandstand seating for your choice of upcoming 2018 Vancouver Canadians game and must be exchanged for actual tickets to the game you would like to attend at least 7 days in advance. Space may be limited this season so swap them as soon as you can at the box office or by phone.
Update The winner is Jodie!
I have traveled many places in BC and this year I was fortunate enough to return to Horsefly. Now, when I tell people I went to Horsefly they either ask where that is or, they know – and I know – and we both feel like we know this amazing secret.
This community in the Cariboo Mountain foothills in the heart of the Gold Rush Trail (which begins in New Westminster), great camping, fishing, and an annual event, Arts on the Fly.
Take a musical ride down the Gold Rush Trail with me »
5 Reasons to Visit Arts on the Fly
Where: 5772 Horsefly Rd, Cariboo, BC
When: July 13 & 14, 2018
Ticket Info: $35-$60 for a whole weekend of fun! Tickets available online now
5) Stay in Town: Horsefly is 1 hour north east of Williams Lake but when you come for Arts on the Fly, bring your RV or tent and stay a while. Make it your home base for exploring some new-to-you parts of the historic and ruggedly beautiful Cariboo. Festival camping is available on-site, on the edge of the Horsefly River. Choose from dedicated quiet or non-quiet camping spaces. Camping passes are $15 per tent, or $20 per RV. Continue reading this post ⟩⟩
Discover the stories of an LGBTQ2+ community that fought back! Local walking tour company Forbidden Vancouver has launched a brand new walking tour in partnership with the Vancouver PRIDE Society. The Really Gay History Tour takes guests from downtown to the historic Davie Street Village to discover the stories, landmarks, and icons of Vancouver’s LGBTQ2+ community.
The Really Gay History Tour
- When: Sundays at 2:00pm, July to November
During Vancouver PRIDE the walking tour runs every day between July 22 and August 4.
- Tickets: Buy online or call (604) 227-7570. Suitable for ages 14+.
- Where: Meet outside the entrance to Vancouver City Centre SkyTrain station on W Georgia. The tour ends at Jim Deva Plaza on Davie Street, near a multitude of bars and restaurants to choose from for a post walking tour cocktail.
2018 marks the 40th Anniversary of Pride in Vancouver
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The Five Acre Shaker actually takes place over 37 acres, in a National Historic Site, surrounded by forests, mountains, and heritage in Port Alberni. FestivalSeekers sent me out to McLean Mill Historic Park to get a preview of the ‘fest and I was treated to a set from Vancouver Island rockers Quadra Sound under the water tower lights.
Five Acre Shaker in Port Alberni
Where: McLean Mill Historic Park (5633 Smith Rd, Port Alberni)
When: August 10-12, 2018
Tickets: Available online now
What sets the Five Acre apart is its commitment to cultivating Vancouver Island bands through the Zattzoo Project’s Battle of the Bands, where the winner each year gets to play the festival. That grassroots, homegrown support for local music PLUS the stunning setting, and world-class artists (like Swollen Members, WiL, JP Maurice, Deep Sea Gypsies, Sam Klassik, SirReal and more – including Quadra Sound) makes it a top-notch destination festival that should definitely be circled on your calendar this year!
Read more about the history of the Shaker in my FestivalSeekers story here »
The venue has a forest walk trail, creekside hiking paths (dog friendly), a cafe, gift shop, cabins to explore, the giant old sawmill, the Alberni Valley Railway (with a train running in from the city several times a week), and mountain views.
Camp at the festival and you can live at this location AND enjoy the sweet sounds of all 30+ performances. General camping passes are $50 for the weekend, and full weekend festival passes are $100 – get access to the Shady Acres After Party with your camping passes too. Full pass and ticket details are here »
Additional food vendors will be on site, where you can also enjoy comedy acts, wellness workshops (yoga, guided meditation, reiki shares), and more at this fully licensed 19+ event — with family-friendly fun planned for Sunday.
This is also the same weekend as Thunder in the Valley drag racing so start planning your trip to Port Alberni.
If You Go
Uncover more about what the Port Alberni region offers for adventure. Check out ZenSeeker’s #ExplorePortAlberni Expedition page to see how you can have an adventure like this.
The Summer Salsa Cruise series in Vancouver is kicking off its 18th season in style on Saturday, June 30th with Fiesta Blanca, as the official launch of Latin Week in Vancouver, in partnership with LatinCouver.
The fun continues for four more nights as the MV Britannia hosts 3 levels of salsa fun with 3 Djs, a complimentary salsa lesson and a dance show taught by some of Vancouver’s top instructors.
Tickets are $31 in advance online or in person at Los Guererros, Afro Hair Salon, HighLife Records and Patron Tacos Cantina. Group discounts are available. Food is available for purchase on board.
Summer Salsa Cruise
Dates: June 30th, July 14th, August 11th, August 25th, September 8th
Where: Departing from Coal Harbour Marina on the MV Britannia
Boarding Time: 8:30pm, departing 9:30pm, returning to the marina at 12:30am
I have a pair of tickets to give away to a Summer Salsa Cruise on Saturday, July 14th. Here’s how you can enter to win:
- Leave a comment on this post (1 entry)
- Click below to get another entry by posting on Twitter:
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I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 10:00pm on Tuesday, July 3, 2018.
Update The winner is Carolyn!
