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Our local YP team is always on the lookout for the best the city has to offer, serving up their recommendations for where to eat, drink, shop and play. Explore neighbourhoods from Hastings-Sunrise to Point Grey, armed with the insights of our crack team of experts. Who knows, you may find yourself sitting next to one of them at that new bar in Gastown or while browsing the racks of your favourite boutique in Kits.
If there was ever a time to call in the pros, planning your wedding or another milestone-marking event would be it. Trust these expert and experienced planners to take care of all the details leading up to and during your big day so you can focus on the task at hand: having the time of your life.
In case you haven’t heard, board games are no longer “bored” games with the recent resurrection of this analog form of entertainment. Spark your competitive nature with new modern classics like The Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Carcassonne and Alhambra, while also enjoying food and drink at these Vancouver board-game cafés, bars and restaurants.
When it comes to winter, Vancouver has it easy compared to the rest of Canada. But winter still happens here, and as the days shorten and the temperature cools, you need that perfect winter coat that covers all the bases: waterproof, windproof, durable and chic. Here’s where you’ll find a winter coat to bundle up in during the colder months. [Photo credit: iStock.com/danchooalex]
The only thing possibly more luxurious than a massage is a massage with your mate. Leave your stresses at the spa door and together enjoy an hour of complete relaxation. The resulting bliss is sure to have lasting results.
The independent spirit is alive and well on the West Coast, and Vancouver’s fashionistas embody this in their wardrobe choices. It’s easy to avoid the generic chain stores and shopping malls in favour of locally made and designed clothes, but you do have to dig below the surface. Here, just a handful of some of Vancouver’s top independent clothing boutiques.
A tight budget shouldn't get in the way of the little bit of pampering we all deserve now and then. We've sought out some Vancouver salons, spas and beauty schools that will have you looking and feeling your best, all with very little stress on your bank account.
It's a classic date-night pairing: enjoying a fine dinner while being entertained. And while it may seem like a bygone activity, the ritual is alive and well in Vancouver. Here are a few places to check out to ensure two dates in one.
You’ll find plenty of galleries in Vancouver with art exhibitions that rival the beauty of our mountain vistas and endless ocean views. The city hosts world-class exhibitions in equally stunning venues, and international artists show their work here regularly. Get caught up in the latest and greatest art movements and ideas at some of Vancouver’s art galleries.
We all have a few wardrobe pieces that are not meant to go anywhere near a washing machine, and it’s important to get them cleaned and freshened up every once in awhile. Let any one of these Vancouver dry cleaners take over and keep those favourite outfits crisp and cared for.
You don’t have to go abroad or into the wild to get up close and personal with animals. There are many places right here in Vancouver that will give you the opportunity to see, touch and in some cases even feed beautiful creatures from around here and all over the world.
If you don’t have the space for a dozen or two children at your place, it can be challenging to find original and fun party ideas for the birthday kid. Luckily, there are plenty of unique options out there to consider. Explore the best places in Vancouver to host your child’s birthday party.
The search for the perfect wedding dress can overwhelm the best of us. You want a gown that will make you feel radiant and reflect your personality, one that will fill you with ease, so you can relax and know you look your absolute best. Your dream wedding dress is waiting for you at one of these Vancouver boutiques. [Photo credit: KaeArt]