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Vancouver winter family fun awaits on the three North Shore Mountains that form the backdrop to the city's ever-changing skyline. (via thetravellingmom.ca)

How to Enjoy Vancouver Winter Fun on the North Shore Mountains

The North Shore Mountains that form the backdrop to Vancouver’s ever-changing skyline are a big reason why this west coast city is considered one of the most beautiful and livable urban areas in the world. The three local north shore mountains – Mount Seymour, Cypress and Grouse Mountains – are only 40 minutes away from Vancouver. These local ski resorts offer similar …

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Vancouver's grey and rainy skies shouldn't prevent your family fun. Here are some of our favorite indoor places for rainy day activities for kids. (via thetravellingmom.ca)

5 Great Places for Rainy Day Activities for Kids in Vancouver

It seems to rain in Vancouver as many days as the sun shines in a year. Even though Vancouverites are an outdoorsy bunch most of the time, the rain can get a little much. Fortunately for residents and visitors, there are numerous spaces around town to shelter from the elements and have fun indoors. Here are some of our favorite …

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Looking for a winter playground that won't break the family vacation budget? Manning Park is one of British Columbia's most affordable and popular resorts. (via thetravellingmom.ca)

BC’s Rustic Playground – Manning Park

Looking for a winter playground that won’t break the family vacation piggy bank? Located east of Hope, three hours from Vancouver, is Manning Provincial Park, one of British Columbia’s most affordable and popular outdoor recreational playgrounds. We’ve been visiting here since 1992, in both winter and summer; pre-kids and as a family. It’s become an annual …

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The Beaty Biodiversity Museum has opened at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. It includes not only a whale, but a whale of a tale. (via thetravellingmom.ca)

The Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC

On a rainy Vancouver day (and there are a few), pack up and take the kids on a scientific adventure at the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC. This is one of the best family-friendly museums in the city, and it includes not only a whale, but a whale of a tale. The Beaty Biodiversity Museum …

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Take an exciting walk in the trees with your family at UBC's Greenheart Canopy Walkway, at UBC Botanical Garden. (via thetravellingmom.ca)

Walk on the Super Natural Side at UBC Greenheart TreeWalk

Walking? Sixty-five feet up in the air? When we were invited to tour the Greenheart TreeWalk at the UBC Botanical Garden, I was a bit nervous. I have a fear of heights, and the thought of being that high up, walking on very bouncy, see-through metal bridges attached to large Douglas Firs didn’t thrill me at first. But, I …

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The new Public Observation Area at the Vancouver International Airport offers an interesting and historical view of YVR and its operations. (via thetravellingmom.ca)

The New View at YVR: Vancouver International Airport

Thirty years is a long time to wait to see an airplane up close. Today I had the opportunity to attend the opening of the new Public Observation Area at the Vancouver International Airport (YVR), the first public viewing area at YVR in 30 years. The Observation Area offers the public a magnificent view ‘from the …

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There's nothing like overcoming your fear of heights by booking a Ziptrek Whistler ziplining tour. Take the kids for an amazing family travel adventure. (via thetravellingmom.ca)

Ziptrek Whistler – Ziplining with Kids

There’s nothing like overcoming your fear of heights by suspending yourself from a metal clamp attached to what seems like a thin metal cable, 200 feet over rushing Fitzsimmons Creek in Whistler, British Columbia. But how about subjecting your beloved offspring to such an experience on a Ziptrek Whistler ziplining tour? Now that we’ve done …

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The Southern Gulf Islands of British Columbia sit like jewels in the Salish Sea. Five reasons why Galiano Island is a perfect summer getaway for families. (via thetravellingmom.ca)

Summer Getaway to Galiano Island

The Southern Gulf Islands of British Columbia sit like jewels in the Salish Sea, also known as Georgia Straight, between Vancouver’s Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. Galiano Island, one of these unique islands, has been our most-visited gulf island destination during our time in the province. A recent visit confirmed our love for Galiano, and here are five …

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Lighthouse Park is one of Metro Vancouver's most popular family destinations for hiking, and picnics and exploring west coast tide pools. (via thetravellingmom.ca)

A Day Trip to Lighthouse Park, West Vancouver

This Mother’s Day, my family has decided to forgo the fancy brunch and lunch plans. This decision was made easier by the fact that every restaurant my poor husband called (last night) was of course full to bursting with reservations previously booked a week or more ago in honour of mom’s’ one day (morning?) break …

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How to Enjoy Vancouver Winter Fun on the North Shore Mountains

5 Great Places for Rainy Day Activities for Kids in Vancouver

BC’s Rustic Playground – Manning Park

The Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC

Walk on the Super Natural Side at UBC Greenheart TreeWalk

The New View at YVR: Vancouver International Airport

Ziptrek Whistler – Ziplining with Kids

Summer Getaway to Galiano Island

A Day Trip to Lighthouse Park, West Vancouver

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