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Lake Brienz, Switzerland

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01/01/2026 / 2000 x 2000 px

Views of Lake Brienz from our accommodation

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Vancouver turned on a crisp clear day for us on ou

Vancouver turned on a crisp clear day for us on our last day in Canada

We took the opportunity to see what have now become familiar spots along the waterfront, around Stanley Park and the city in this new light.

A lovely drive through the suburbs spotting the emerging cherry blossoms finished our day

We're checked in for our flight home with a resolve to return during summer months to explore this big a beautiful country of warm and hospitable people on a future road trip.

We hope you've enjoyed our commentary and photos over the last few weeks. More photos and details to come on our blog. Subscribe on our website to receive them straight to your inbox. The link is in the comments below👇👇👇

It's now time to go home and put the finishing touches in place for our roadtrip in Europe which is not far away. Stay tuned and follow us here to see where we end up.

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A relaxed day of wandering in Vancouver! We took

A relaxed day of wandering in Vancouver!

We took to the streets this morning to see where our feet led us.

We ended up in the city suburbs around Chinatown and the city side of Vancouver Harbour. On the way we found some rough sides of the city limits as there always are, but, it's always good to explore and experience the real parts of the cities and countries we visit.

We hope you enjoy a few shots from our day.

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The sun was out in Whistler this morning. Skiers

The sun was out in Whistler this morning.

Skiers were on the slopes early making the most of the good skiing conditions. We've noticed lots of international visitors here enjoying the spring ski season.

Our drive back to Vancouver provided varying weather conditions but visibility was much better allowing us to enjoy the scenery.

Frozen lakes and snowcapped fir trees gave way to the small islands in the Howe Sound.

Back in Vancouver now, we're staying @fairmontvan
for the next couple of nights. It's not far from where we were staying in the Gastown district but a completely different atmosphere.

Our room overlooks a familiar attraction, the Christ Church which we spent time in on Sunday

We're looking forward to spending the next couple of days exploring more of Vancouver. Check in tomorrow to see what we find.

#vancouver #vancouvertravel #canada ##travel traveltips

Spring in Whistler!

Spring in Whistler!

Steady rain was falling when we said goodbye to ou

Steady rain was falling when we said goodbye to our beautiful sky apartment this morning and headed out of Vancouver to drive to Whistler.

The rain accompanied us all the way Squamish, after which, snow began to fall! We were driving through a winter wonderland.

We're staying overnight in a lovely inn right in the heart of Whistler Village from where there's direct access to the ski slopes.

A big contrast to the Caribbean where we were exactly one week ago.

#whistler #whistlervillage #whistlercanada #travel #traveltips

We could barely see Canada Place from the windows

We could barely see Canada Place from the windows this morning!

The forecast was a "wintry mix". That meant a combination of snow and rain. Not much sightseeing was to be done.

So, instead of our customary morning walk which always includes exploring new places, we took the opportunity to go up for a workout in our apartment building's comprehensive gym.

The sun loungers at the pool and jacuzzi deck were covered in a dusting of snow as were the roadsides when we took a drive out to the outer suburbs later in the day.

As travellers it's easy to see the main sights and attractions around a city without experiencing how and where most of the locals live. We had the chance to catch glimpses through the car windows on our way to visit an acquaintance.

We're heading out of Vancouver again tomorrow so hopefully have more to share with you in tomorrow's post.

#vancouver #canada #travel #traveltips ##travelblog

A pleasant sojourn in Victoria, Vancouver Island.

A pleasant sojourn in Victoria, Vancouver Island.

We were up bright and early this morning to catch the car ferry to Vancouver Island.

The 90 minute ferry ride was pleasant gliding across the Strait of Georgia and past the Gulf Islands.

On the island we took in a few of the main sights and attractions in Britain Colombia's capital city, Victoria.

First up was a wander around the colourful streets of houseboats at Fisherman's Wharf and a drive up to Beacon Hill.

On the way back towards the city, we passed through James Bay, one of the city's oldest neighbourhoods to wander the streets looking at the beautiful Victorian houses.

A short distance away in town, we spent time marvelling at the majestic Parliament Building and visiting inside before crossing the road to look inside the beautiful Empress Hotel.

We finished with a walk around the city and the Inner Harbour.

The last stop of the day was at the renowned Butchart Gardens. While the trees were still bare, cherry blossoms bloomed and, daffodils, fresias and delphiniums provided colourful displays in the garden beds.

#vancouverisland #canada #butchartgardens
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A sunny Sunday in Vancouver. The sun was out and

A sunny Sunday in Vancouver.

The sun was out and the city looked completely different from yesterday.

We had clear views from our apartment building's rooftop to Canada Place, Stanley Park and the mountains beyond which have a hint of snow on their peaks.

We stopped by Christ Church on our morning walk. It's a pretty little church in downtown Vancouver, the oldest church building in Vancouver and these days, surrounded by high rises. Inside, the choral Eucharist was about to commence so we stayed for a while watching the pews slowly fill up. Listening to the choristers was a wonderful start to our day.

Continuing into Denman Street which is lined with cafes and restaurants, we ended up at the "laughing" sculptures at English Bay. It was cold and gusty but the walkway which takes you between the Bay's beaches was full of people eager to make the most of the sunny day.

Late afternoon found us across the harbour in North Vancouver at The Shipyards and Lonsdale Quay. The pier gives excellent views across to Vancouver. The precinct is full of bars and eateries and an ice skating rink.

A leisurely Sunday in Vancouver comes to an end as we prepare for a busier day of sightseeing tomorrow.

#vancouver #canada #travel #traveltips #travelblog

A day on solid ground. We flew into Vancouver la

A day on solid ground.

We flew into Vancouver late last night and quickly settled into our beautiful apartment in the vibrant Gastown district.

Our apartment's floor to ceiling windows and balcony provide expansive views over the city.

Keen to see the local area before the forecasted rain in the afternoon we laced up our walking shoes and headed out early.

Our walk took us along the seawall around Coal Harbour and into Stanley Park, a large greenspace in the city. Lots of Saturday walkers and joggers were in the park making the morning.

It was encouraging to see the city of heading into spring with the cherry blossoms and daffodils beginning to appear around the city.

Our long walk brought us back to our apartment through the streets of Gastown past the world’s first steam clock which was still blowing steam despite telling the wrong time.

#vancouver #canada #travel #traveltips #travelblog

Last night and this morning! A short post today.

Last night and this morning! A short post today.

We spent our last evening on the ship humming along to familiar and catchy tunes before a delicious meal at the Italian restaurant.

And, we were awake early this morning when the ship glided past Lady Liberty into the Hudson River.

We had decided that we would take the opportunity to wander in New Jersey before our flight later in the day to Vancouver. However, the day dawned bleak, grey and cold so instead we've settled for the comfort of airport lounge.

#newyork #newyorkcity #travel #traveltips #travelblog

When we travel independently, we always look out f

When we travel independently, we always look out for festivals, concerts or shows we can attend. It's always a good way to immerse ourselves into the city or country we're travelling in.

On this trip things have been different. With the shorter day stays it's not been possible to seek out local entertainment.

Our disappointment has been overcome with the variety of onboard entertainment. Dedicated cruisers often tell us how much they enjoy the evening shows when they're on a cruise.

We have to agree. Night after night, whether in the theatre or in the more intimate venues scattered around the ship, extremely talented singers, musicians, dancers and comedians have entertained us with shows that could rival any on land. From musicals to rock tributes and comedy to magic comedy there was something for everyone.

With filming not encouraged during the show, we hope you enjoy a few snaps.

We'll be back on land tomorrow and ready for the next part of our trip. Stay tuned.

@norwegiancruiseline
@norwegianbreakaway

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This post is for those of you who are wondering ab

This post is for those of you who are wondering about the meals onboard Norwegian Cruise Line's Breakaway.

But first ...

The sun is shining brightly but the temperature has dipped as we get closer to New York.

Many passengers who've come on the cruise to escape an unusually bitter winter in the USA and Canada are still trying to soak up the sun and swim despite the chillier conditions.

For those who prefer to spend time indoors, as with other cruise liners, NCL have plenty of organised activities to occupy the long days at sea.

While we prefer to use our time reading during the day, we're enjoying the dining experiences and evening entertainment (more on this in tomorrow's post).

Now, back to the food.

With so many eateries and much variety of food available on board, we've maintained our regime of light breakfasts and salad lunches in the Garden Cafe. Each night though, we've enjoyed exceptional fine wine and dining experiences in the restaurants coupled with wonderful service by the hard-working sommeliers and accommodating wait staff.

Scroll through the see a small selection of the delectables we've enjoyed.

An in-depth review on our @norwegiancruiseline
experience coming up on our blog (www.travellingsimply.com) after we return home.

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