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Salsa Summer Cruise! Ole!

Monday July 6, 2009

If you are looking for an exciting event to attend this summer, then make sure you book your tickets to dance the night away!

The Salsa Summer Cruise is being held in July, August and September, so make sure you check out the event details and book your tickets. Cruise on the MV Britannia across the beautiful Vancouver coastline and listen to tropical rhythms throughout the night! Have fun!

Vancouver's Annual Jazz Fest

Thursday July 2, 2009
This week we reach the middle of the 24th annual Vancouver International Jazz Festival, a ten day celebration of music, arts and community that attracts passionate fans from near and far.

Now the festivities move from Gastown, across Granville Island and into Yaletown, Vancouver’s hippest neighbourhood and the city’s centre of dining. Read more...

Happy Canada Day!

Wednesday July 1, 2009
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Happy Canada Day! July 1st is a day to celebrate in this beautiful country, so enjoy and have some fun!

The Edge Social Grille and Lounge

Tuesday June 30, 2009
The Edge Social Grille and Lounge is the newest spot to dine in the City of Vancouver, British Columbia. This new restaurant on Granville Street features global fusion and modern Canadian cusine.

As the neighbourhood of the Granville Street Entertainment District evolves and becomes a whole new area, this restaurant is sure to take off and make the street even more impressive. Read more...

Canada Day Fireworks!

Monday June 29, 2009
Don't miss out on the Canada Day fireworks on July 1st at 10:30pm! They will be held at the Burrard Inlet and the fireworks from last years celebration can be seen HERE.

Bearfoot Bistro and Champagne Lounge

Friday June 26, 2009
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The Bearfoot Bistro and Champagne Lounge is a gem in Whistler Blackcomb Village. The restaurant is all about fine dining, amazing service, and has a friendly, and funny staff.

They also have a great owner, Andre Saint Jacques, who can show you the champagne sabering ropes, and a fabulous Chef, Melissa Craig that creates creative fresh dishes that are taste bud tingling and unique. Read more...

Vancouver's Largest LGBT Parade

Wednesday June 24, 2009
Western Canada’s largest LGBT Pride celebrations begin in Vancouver Saturday, June 27th with Eastside Pride at Grandview Park. Vancouver Pride comes to the East Side to kick off its 31st annual Pride celebrations for a full day of entertainment, artisans and culinary delights from The Reef.

Bring your friends, family and all significant others to celebrate the cultural diversity and eclectic soul of East Vancouver. The relaxed atmosphere of East Side Pride is unique amongst Vancouver Pride events and for many people it’s the highlight of their Pride season. Read more...

Canada Cup of Beer Festival

Tuesday June 23, 2009
Vancouver's Largest Beer Festival - The 2009 Nando's Canada Cup of Beer is only 10 days away! July 4th will culminate the two weeks of satellite events. The fourth annual event will be bigger and better with more entertainment, more food and more fun under the sun.

This year's festival also features several satellite events; the aforementioned Pub Crawl, a Beer & BBQ pairing event on June 26th at Granville Island Brewery, a Beer & Food Pairing event at Jake's Steakhouse on June 29th, Beer & A Movie on July 2nd and the After Party on July 4th at The Cellar. Read more...

Tracks: A Train Travel Blog Carnival

Monday June 22, 2009
Visit Susan's, Honeymoon blog and read about some of the best escapes by 'train.' Life seems to slow down on a train, where the only imperatives are to take a seat and gaze at the passing scenery. A “great railway bazaar,” this collective effort by About.com's Travel Guides conducts you to distant stations where the journey is as revealing as the destination. So hop aboard.... Read more...

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