Archive of posts tagged "cars"

4 Scenic Vancouver Viewpoints

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When John and I have visitors arriving in Vancouver for the first time we try to accomplish two things: Get them out on the water, and get them up on the mountains. From both vantage points you can experience the wild nature of our region while looking out on our City of Glass. View this […]

The Getaway: Osoyoos with the Acura RDX

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I’ve partnered with Honda Canada to take their vehicles out for a spin and explore our beautiful region. Most recently, Michelle and I took the Acura RDX to Osoyoos to discover The Cottages on Osoyoos Lake and enjoy the warmth of the South Okanagan in spring. Departing from the West End, I took Highway 1 […]

Archive Photos of the Day: Vancouver Traffic

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According to TomTom’s Traffic Index, Vancouver was the most congested city in North America for the second quarter of 2013. Despite a great walk score, bike lanes, and transit options, traffic is a part of daily life in our city — and it has been for the last century. I dug through the Vancouver Archives […]

The Getaway: Squamish

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Disclosure: Review — This is not a paid post. Views are my own. Access to Honda vehicles is granted by Honda Canada for a media review period. We paid our own way at the Howe Sound Inn. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

I’ve partnered with Honda Canada to take their vehicles out for a spin and explore our beautiful region. Most recently John and I took an Odyssey out to Squamish, one of our favourite day trip destinations. Overnight in Squamish We love Vancouver but one of its best qualities is that it’s so easy to escape […]

Cheap Parking in Downtown Vancouver

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Today the CBC launched a very handy map, one that shows where the best (and worst) parking deals are located in Downtown Vancouver. Source: CBC Vancouver The Google Map shows meter parking as well as city-run EasyPark lots, where you might find a better deal parking in a lot than a nearby meter — or […]