Before the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, British Columbia, Whistler was a much quieter place. Since the event, Whistler has become THE place to go for locals, tourists, skiers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Its picturesque setting, eco-friendly and sustainable culture, as well as its walkable, ski town ambiance make it an attractive destination for almost everyone. My family and I visited in the summer of 2019 and LOVED it. Since there are so many fantastic things to do here, I’m going to cover the highlights of this amazing city and dish out my list of top 5…
The Whistler Train Wreck Hike Location: Just south of Function Junction, off Whistler Quarry Road (near the Olympic Village)Whistler, British Columbia, Canada Difficulty: EasyTime: Approximately an hour round trip, plus time to visit the siteElevation Gain: 100 feetMileage: 1.25 miles, round trip Overall impression: This was an easy family hike (I recommend this hike for kids 6 or older) that brought us out of the town and into the forest during our Whistler visit. There is a lot of beauty in this area of Canada! If you’re looking for something completely different to see and do…
Granville Island & Public Market Granville Island, Vancouver, B.C., Canada GRADINGOverall Score: ARecommended? Yes! Although parking is limited on weekends, this is a great place for tourists to spend the day shopping, eating, and taking in local culture. Kids will enjoy the Kids Market, indoor playground at Adventure Zone, and the Granville Island water park. Whether you’re looking for exotic flowers, artisan breads, fresh seafood, local theater, great dining, or Vancouver brews, you can find what you need on Granville Island. While the island has restaurants, shops, theaters, a marina and hotel, most traffic on the…
Stanley Park – Vancouver, Canada GRADINGOverall Score: ARecommended?: Absolutely! As long as you enjoy the outdoors, you’ll find Stanley Park to be a great place to visit. Stanley Park, one of Vancouver’s top tourist destinations, is the first and largest park in all of Vancouver. Located at the tip of the downtown district, it also serves as the connection between downtown and Northern Vancouver. Just slightly larger than New York City’s Central Park, Stanley Park evolved over the years as a forested retreat, not imagined and created by a park architect…
