Vancouver; what I really miss

They say that you never appreciate the moment until it’s gone. You don’t.. there’s always something not quite right, something uncomfortable.
When I moved to Vancouver in Jan 2017 I was full of its optimism. I left hating the place and feeling tired.

I have  had some real time since this lockdown started to think about the latest segment of my life, specifically my year in Canada. I ended up coming home a year earlier than I had originally intended and yeah… facepalm.

I was meant to be going a to heap of places this summer, but I am most sad about not returning to Vancouver.
Whilst I was in Canada I wrote a list – 50 things I miss about the UK and now I intend to do the same. Perhaps not with 50 things though. Read more

Thanksgiving in Tofino, BC

I visited Tofino in October 2017. .. and just to clarify I am talking about CANADIAN Thanksgiving… pretty much the same… just in a different month. In brief, Thanksgiving  traditionally celebrates the harvest, although nowadays is more about being thankful in general. Thanksgiving is commonly on the 3rd Monday in October. Read more

5 MUST EATS IN VANCOUVER

[As first published for  Transfer Travel ]
[ For the original copy of this post click here! ]
Living in a city certainly has its advantages if you’re always on the hungry side. If restaurants and cafes aren’t open 24/7 then you’ll most likely be able to grab a bite even coming up to 11pm. Downtown Vancouver is no different to the above described and potentially even better. Turning every corner with a fantastic range of food from here and there with prices and dining styles to suit everyone. So lets talk about the best meal of the day. Brunch. (Not only to be enjoyed at weekends!)
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