On the hunt for something a little different, and because of Instagram ads that read my mind, I came across Pender Island. It's one of the Southern Gulf Islands, and only a stone's throw away from Vancouver by ferry. The island itself actually comprises of two islands joined by a bridge, North and South Pender, …
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Amble around Ambleside Park
If you're looking for something different, because you've exhausted English Bay Beach or Sunset Beach, this is the spot for you! Ambleside Park is relatively close to Downtown Vancouver, has lovely sandy beaches, and even has a designated swimming area in the summer months. It also doesn't get the crowds that can been seen at …
Let’s go to Lighthouse Park
If you're looking for a morning or afternoon activity, relatively close to Downtown Vancouver, Lighthouse Park should be on your list. As a designated historical site, it's very popular with tourists, but the trails and views throughout make for an enjoyable wander. The park itself is on the land and unceded territories of the Sḵwxwú7mesh …