This weekend a new holiday tradition will begin at the Shangri-La Hotel in Vancouver, pairing up with Urban Fare to present two Christmas Markets at the Hotel. Sunday December 2nd, on the patio of Market by Jean-Georges from 9am to 2pm experience a Christmas Market featuring vendors with one-of-a-kind crafts, original jewelry and edible delicacies. At 1pm,…
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Ten tips for a successful Cyber Monday
After U.S. Thanksgiving, the Holiday shopping season kicks off with Black Friday. The day has become renowned for it’s massive shopping bargains south of the border. While more Canadian retailers are offering ‘Black Friday Sales’, ,many still head south for deals. Today has become known as Cyber Monday as people head back to work and…
Candytown comes to Yaletown
Just in time to kick off the holiday season, Concord Pacific presents Candytown, a new Yaletown Holiday Festival. The fun, free and family friendly festival takes over Mainland Street through the heart of Yaletown tomorrow and Saturday. Interactive activities include an Ice Rink, Horse-drawn carriage rides, visits with Santa and reindeer plus a Christmas Street…
Christmas Markets & Holiday Fairs 2012
It’s that time of year, when our thoughts turn to the Holidays and gift shopping begins. More and more people are looking for unique and special gifts for their loved ones, Vancouver is blessed to have an abundance of great artisans and crafters who turn out to a growing number of annual Christmas & Winter…
Top 10 Holiday Movies
As the year-end draws near it’s the time to reminisce and read countless top ten lists so I may as well add to the list of lists. Many people will be gathering together and watching a holiday movie over this weekend so I took a look for people’s favourite Christmas themed movies. There’s no way…
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge
Capilano Suspension Bridge – Canyon Lights A holiday tradition on the North Shore, Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge are a festive wonder and an adrenaline thrill all at the same time. Thousands of lights adorn the forested trails around the world famous suspension bridge. The bridge itself glows with light as it streaks through…
What On Weekend – year end 2011
With Christmas upon us, most people will be spending time with family and friends. However next weekend is the weekend we should be planning now…if you haven’t already. Let’s take a look at what’s happening around town for the festive party season! Ongoing Festive Festivities: – ongoing, through the Holidays are a number of festive…