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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.
Between work, your commute and trying to have a social life, it can be tough to fit in a regular workout into your routine. Sneaking fitness into your lunch hour might be just the trick you need. Each of these conveniently located gyms offer short classes that let you work up a sweat and still be back in time for that big meeting. [Photo courtesy of Tight Club Athletics]
Beauty may come from the inside, but a little help on the outside never hurt. From the latest lipstick to elegant eyelash extensions to perfectly manicured nails, sometimes treating yourself to a little beautification can make you look, and feel, extra special. Visit these Vancouver beauty salons and boutiques for professional treatments or to pick up your own products. [Image courtesy of Beauty Mark]
Whether it’s for a special occasion or to get that polished salon look between cuts, a blowout is a quick and affordable way to make any day a good hair day. These salons and dedicated blowout bars can give you the look you want without the price of a full salon cut and style.
Decorate your home in style – without breaking the bank. You can have gallery-quality artwork in your home for under $500, even as low as $100 in many cases. Check out the budget-friendly eclectic collections at these vibrant Vancouver shops and galleries to add a little artistic flair to your space. [Image courtesy of Lattimer Gallery]
Pregnancy is an exciting and busy time. Between choosing a name, prepping the nursery and getting started on early college applications, it’s easy to forget that you're caring for two – and that you're one of those two. Take some time for yourself at a pre-natal fitness class. From yoga to aquafit, these Vancouver studios are tailored for moms-to-be. [Photo credit: iStock.com/gilaxia]
No offence to your natural eyelashes, but even with curlers and mascara, there's only so far they can go. Eyelash extensions can take you further; from flirty half sets to dramatic Russian 3D lashes, you can opt for a little extra oomph, or a lot. Check out these Vancouver spots when you're ready to take your lashes to new lengths.
Squash and tennis are great sports for busy people. They're both fun, fast-paced and provide a surprising workout in a short amount of time. And all you really need is a racquet, a ball and a place to play. Here are some places in Vancouver where you can work on your serve and maybe meet some new competitors as well.
Contrary to our undeserved rep as "No Fun City", Vancouver is a great place to catch a comedy show. From amateur stand-up and headlining comics to energetic improv troupes, there’s plenty of funny to go around our light-hearted town. If laughter really is the best medicine, get your prescription filled at these Vancouver comedy clubs.
Get that sun-kissed look on the rainiest of Vancouver days with a quick and easy, non-toxic spray tan. Whether you use an automatic booth or the airbrush method, you'll enjoy the glow of faux sunshine without the risk of skin damage. Here’s where to go in Vancouver to get your spray on – or, get the tan to come to you.
Perhaps you were a little hasty in getting that Tasmanian devil tattooed on your bicep or your ex-boyfriend's name inked on your neck. But one mistake doesn’t have to mean a lifetime of embarrassment (or a wardrobe full of turtlenecks). Major advances in tattoo removal make it safer and more effective than ever. Eliminate that ink at one of these Vancouver clinics.
Flat-pack furniture and hand-me-down lamps were fine for your first apartment. But now that you're a (gulp) grown-up, you may prefer decor that reflects your style and maturity in ways that a futon just can't. If you're looking to elevate your style with some quality antiques, reclaimed furniture or quirky collectibles, it's time to pay a visit to these Vancouver antique stores.
Light up your home in style, and set the right mood, with the perfect lamp. Lamps are more than accent pieces – they can make a true design statement in your home. And you don’t have to be a trained interior designer to pick a stylish lamp. All you have to do is visit one of these Vancouver showrooms or home décor shops for design inspiration.