SPEEDBOAT
CANADA
- seawells marina, 6409 bay st, west vancouver, bc v7w 3h5
- 1 604-921-3474
what is it?
- speed boat hire at howe sound. you’re the captain now.
why go?
- only boats reach howe sound’s secret coves and teeny isles.
- satisfy all master mariner cravings and take a picnic too.
- if you don’t see seals (and other wild critters) you’re not looking hard enough.
when is it?
- safety first, it’s summer only.
- weather-permitting, just as it should be.
who to go with?
- family, good friends, wannabe sailors.
- ISLANDS
- WILDLIFE
- THRILLING
WRECK BEACH
CANADA
- ubc, vancouver, bc v6t 1z4
what is it?
- chilled nude beach for lazy summer days.
why go?
- you can wear clothes if you want, but why bother?
- not policed, never crowded and body-positivity rules.
- catch the sunset drumming. take a picnic (beach vendors sell drinks). go skinny-dipping.
when is it?
- open year round. best when it’s sunny.
- winter in vancouver is no time to get naked.
who to go with?
- close friends and partners.
- ISLANDS
- WILDLIFE
- THRILLING
Kayak With Orca Whales At Telegraph Cove
CANADA
- 24 Boardwalk, Telegraph Cove, BC V0N 3J0
- +1 250-928-3114
what is it?
- guided kayak tour in search of elusive killer whales (and other wild critters)
why go?
- north island kayak are the whale whisperers of telegraph cove with a 90% sure sighting record orcas the star turn, but bald eagles, black bears, porpoise and seal sightings aren’t too shabby either northern vancouver island is other-world wondrous.
- guides are wise, witty, friendly and kind to novice kayakers
when is it?
- early june to mid-september enough kayaking, camping and wildlife spotting to fill five full days
who to go with?
- anyone who loves an adventure, wildlife and the water
- WILDLIFE
- SCENERY
- SPECTACULAR
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours
CANADA
- 207 W Hastings St #1412, Vancouver, BC V6B 1H7
what is it?
- No-holds-barred walking tour of Vancouvers LGBTQ history
why go?
- not just regular walking tours some are an immersive experience
- hear about the scintillating stories of vancouvers secret past
when is it?
- varies depending on which tour you choose
who to go with?
- anyone interested in something different
- FASCINATING
- REVEALING
- ENTERTAINING
Improv Centre
CANADA
- 1502 Duranleau St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3S4
- +1 604-738-7013
what is it?
- the best comedy in vancouver, you have to go down and check it out
why go?
- let loose and live a little, this place will leave you in stitches it is where the locals hang out for their comedy fix, so you know it will be good
when is it?
- every night, but check their website for their special days too
who to go with?
- Anyone and everyone needs a night like this in their life!
- UNUSUAL
- IMPROV
- COMEDY
Third Beach
CANADA
- Ferguson Point, Stanley Park
what is it?
- Stanley Park neighbourhood beach for bikes, beats and sunset drums.
why go?
- bike the boardwalk and snooze on the sand.
- lazy summer day feels with a side order of sunshine and swimming.
- hold out for sunset on tuesdays to hear drummers drumming – it’s a thing.
when is it?
- open all year.
- happiest in summer when the sun’s up.
who to go with?
- beach lovers aka everyone.
- CHILLED
- FUN
- SUNSETS
Fox Cabaret
CANADA
- 2321 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C9
what is it?
- Cabaret with attitude and party spirit.
why go?
- one time porn theatre scrubbed up as a whistle-clean cabaret venue.
- does it all from new stand-up to femme-powered rap to purple prince-parties.
- good for impulsive types, most gigs are ticket-at-the-door (or book online).
when is it?
- open eight until late (1 to 2am) on event nights.
- pick performance from the monthly online calendar.
who to go with?
- fun sorts over the age of 19.
- MUSIC
- COMEDY
- PERFORMANCE
Amtrak Cascades Scenic Train
CANADA
- 1150 Station Street Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7
- +1 800-872-7245
what is it?
- What they mean by ‘Great North American Train Journeys’
- Departing from Pacific Central Station
why go?
- Recline those wide seats and check out the Pacific Northwest Vancouver, Portland and Seattle are all up for urban exploring on-route Everyone needs an Amtrak experience at least once in their lives
when is it?
- Daily, all year round Just over 10 hours end-to-end – or as long as you like, with city breaks
who to go with?
- Good travelling companion
