For those of us in Commonwealth countries, today is Boxing Day but for many other countries this day have other names like St Stephen’s Day is the feast day for Saint Stephen the first Christian martyr. The feast day is mentioned in the traditional Christmas carol “Good King Wenceslas”, when the good king braved the…
12 Days Of Christmas – Infographic
Happy Christmas! If you’ve opened your gift, what did your true love give to you? While it’s a romantic notion, it’s highly impractical and highly over budget (for most of us) to be given all the gifts in the 12 Days of Christmas. On a positive note, this year’s index only rose a small 1%…
Picks of the Week – December 24, 2014
It’s the eve of Christmas if you’re looking for something to do after the presents and turkey there’s plenty to do in the picks of the week. Carols – if you need a change from the malls and madness tonight most of the city’s churches and cathedrals offer a Christmas Eve carol services and masses. Film…
Christmas with The Irish Tenors
The Irish Tenors – River Rock Show Theatre – December 19, 2014 The River Rock Resort was bustling with anticipation as the audience gathered for The Irish Tenors to take the stage on Friday night. The River Rock Show Theatre was a great venue for the trio and their 24 piece backing orchestra, great sound and…
Christmas Shopping Ideas 2014 Recap
If you’re one for last-minute Christmas Shopping, you’ve left it down to the wire. Santa is coming in just three more sleeps. It’s too late for ordering online but you might find some ideas in my Christmas Shopping Lists over the last couple weeks. Here are my gift ideas if you are looking for a:…
Christmas Shopping for the Staycationer
In the depths of winter, people’s heads turn to getaways, but not everyone can afford the time or money for a vacation. As much as we’d like it to be, a trip probably isn’t on your Christmas Shopping list. However, with more people opting for a staycation, you have the opportunity to help make their home stay…
Christmas Shopping done Local
While Vancouverites get excited excited every time a new, well known US or International brand’s shop opens here we are blessed with an amazing selection of great local shops & boutiques. Filled with carefully curated local and international goods and gear. Vancouver and its visitors have come to cherish the option to be able to purchase…