While there are hundreds of cafés in Vancouver, there’s still a great assortment of independent coffee shops serving up more unique experiences.
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Photo Essay: Lynn Canyon Park – Don’t Look Down!
Delve into the tranquil beauty of one of the oldest and most favourite natural parks near Vancouver, Lynn Canyon Park in our new photo essay.
Last Chance to See Foncie’s Fotos
Only until the end of the first weekend of 2014 do you have the last opportunity to visit an exhibition of Foncie Pulice’s photos at the Museum.
10 Major Mortgage Mistakes to Avoid
Taking on a mortgage? Then you should check these 10 tips that will save you a lot of time and money which you can enjoy in your new home.
Photo Essay: Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge
Capilano Suspension Bridge presents the annual Canyon Lights festivities from November 30 until January, 2013 and I must say, the show is beyond spectacular. Not only you will have a chance to find yourself in a fairy tale thanks to thousands of twinkling lights but also you can return to your childhood and make a wish under the world’s tallest (46.4 m) living Christmas tree!
Vancouver Housing Market Trends: Balanced and Consistent in November 2013
For almost the whole of 2013, balanced conditions prevailed in the Vancouver housing market. Current home sales and listing activities were balanced, and market conditions were favourable both for buyers and sellers.
10 Places That Accept Bitcoins in Vancouver
In Vancouver, BC, there’s an ever-growing number of businesses willing to accept payment in Bitcoin. Is Vancouver a cryptocurrency capital?
Use the Phone! 3 Cell Phone Tips for a Smarter Life
Not long ago, our heads were all exploding over our new phones’ built-in cameras.But just because the phones have gotten smarter doesn’t mean that we have, so here are a few simple but effective tips to maximize your phone’s power.
Vancouver Weekends: Capilano Suspension Bridge
Vancouver residents are really lucky to have some great recreational spots just around the corner! For example, there’s Cypress Hill towering above the city (which is one of BC’s many superb ski resorts), the “Mother Nature’s Stairmaster” steep trail at Grouse Mountain (which can put your fitness to the test) and there are a lot of beautiful natural parks and nature reserves within reach for some serious weekend hiking. Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is named after the simple suspension bridge hanging over the Capilano River in the District of North Vancouver.
The Vancouver Housing Market Stays in Good Shape in October
Read the full article with our exclusive infographic for the most comprehensible Vancouver real estate housing market report for October 2013.
The Most Beautiful Beaches Near Vancouver: Get Inspired For Locations
There are so many beaches in and around Vancouver that you can visit whenever you feel like taking a short break and watching the waves gently roll. Beaches are a very popular topic in photography — with their dramatic skies during sunset, fleeting moments before a storm hits the shores, and experimenting with exposure while taking a photo of a bridge. You name it. We bring you the very best Vancouver locations to take your camera and tripod to get some beautiful shots! And the best thing is, most of these beaches are just minutes away from downtown.
Retiring? Should You Rent or Buy?
People approaching retirement who plan to move to a new home have to make a difficult decision — should they rent or buy? Many Canadian retirees are accustomed to owning a home and consider it the only solution. A 2012 study conducted by BMO informed that more than half of Canadian homeowners expect they’ll have a mortgage in retirement.
Stanley Park Gardens: Come Smell the Flowers of the Gorgeous Gardens
The gorgeously landscaped Stanley Park Gardens with abundance of blooming flowers make a beautiful place for walks. Stanley Park has one of the loveliest rose gardens you’ll ever visit. More than 3,500 rose plants and large floral display beds of perennials, annuals and bulbs will take your breath away with their beauty all year round.
Vancouver Housing Market Remains Strong in September
Home buyer and seller activity in the Greater Vancouver housing market continues to far outpace 2012, yet it’s in line with the region’s 10-year averages.
Mortgage Before Marriage in Canada – What Are Your Options?
An increasing number of young Canadian couples decide to invest in real estate before they get married. Young buyers — driven by low mortgage rates and high rents — want to build equity, and they usually prefer condominiums.