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Whistler, BC, Canada in late September. Photo by Robyn Hanson
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How to plan your trip to Canada from the UK (without the overwhelm)

Every week, UK travellers post on Reddit or TripAdvisor asking the same thing: “We’re planning our first trip to Canada and we want to see as much as we can, but we’re overwhelmed with the planning! Help us!” It makes …

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Strolling Chesterman Beach in Tofino | June 2025
British Columbia

What Do You Do in Tofino? Hint: Not Much

Tofino has gone from a quiet coastal fishing village to a must-see destination on the Canadian travel map. And with that attention comes the familiar question: What are you supposed to do in Tofino? The answer? Not much. The truth …

updated on June 26, 2025June 24, 20250 Comment on What Do You Do in Tofino? Hint: Not Much
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Burrowing Owl Winery in Oliver, BC
British Columbia

A Love Letter to the Okanagan Valley: Sunshine, Wine, and Contemporary Cool Vibes

What’s not to love about the Okanagan Valley? It’s a complete change of scenery from Vancouver and the BC coast. It’s only a five-hour drive inland but it feels like a world away. It could be Tuscany, South Africa, California, …

updated on June 17, 2025June 17, 20250 Comment on A Love Letter to the Okanagan Valley: Sunshine, Wine, and Contemporary Cool Vibes
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Lake Louise in Banff National Park
Alberta

Tips for Last-Minute Camping in Banff, Jasper, and Yoho

So, you’re dreaming of camping in the Canadian Rockies this summer. Banff, Jasper, and Yoho National Parks are calling your name. You’ve got a camper van (or a tent), a spirit of adventure, and… no reservation. Let’s be honest: it’s …

updated on July 7, 2025June 12, 20250 Comment on Tips for Last-Minute Camping in Banff, Jasper, and Yoho
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Burrard Inlet in downtown Vancouver
Vancouver

Downtown Vancouver vs. Richmond by the Airport: Where Should You Stay?

Spend more money to stay Downtown Vancouver where you can walk and take public transit everywhere, or spend less money and commute daily into Vancouver from Richmond? That’s the dilemma visitors face when determining where to stay during their upcoming …

updated on May 21, 2025May 20, 20250 Comment on Downtown Vancouver vs. Richmond by the Airport: Where Should You Stay?
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The new Super Grocer location in Steveston
British Columbia

Super Grocer is (still) open!

Despite a sign back in May suggesting they were being forced to close due to city bylaw issues, Super Grocer is still very much open. Though they’re in a much smaller location than before, they show no signs of slowing …

updated on January 14, 2025January 13, 20250 Comment on Super Grocer is (still) open!
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Water Street in Gastown
Vancouver

Gastown and Chinatown: Tips & Warnings

Here’s a public service announcement for all the Alaska cruise ship tourists visiting Vancouver this summer. Your cruise is promoting Gastown and Chinatown as must sees, but they’re not setting you up with the right expectations. So I will. Gastown …

updated on June 12, 2025January 6, 20250 Comment on Gastown and Chinatown: Tips & Warnings
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Robyn Hanson

Storyteller, nature nerd, food lover, and former tourism professional living south of Vancouver at the mouth of the Fraser River in xʷməθkʷəy̓əm territory.

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  • Whistler, BC, Canada in late September. Photo by Robyn Hanson
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    How to plan your trip to Canada from the UK (without the overwhelm)

    June 28, 2025
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    What Do You Do in Tofino? Hint: Not Much

    June 24, 2025
  • Burrowing Owl Winery in Oliver, BC
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    A Love Letter to the Okanagan Valley: Sunshine, Wine, and Contemporary Cool Vibes

    June 17, 2025
  • Lake Louise in Banff National Park
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    Tips for Last-Minute Camping in Banff, Jasper, and Yoho

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  • Burrard Inlet in downtown Vancouver
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  • The new Super Grocer location in Steveston
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    Super Grocer is (still) open!

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  • Water Street in Gastown
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