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50+ BEST Things to do in Vancouver, BC by a Local (2024 Guide!)

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lightweight suitcase :: Article Creator Hints From Heloise: A Good Use For Unwanted Luggage And An Interesting Indoor Idea For Kiddie Pools GIVE UNUSED LUGGAGE TO FOSTER KIDS Dear Heloise: You recently ran some ideas on what to do with old luggage, but you forgot one important use: Give old luggage to foster kids so that they don't have to move from place to place with plastic or garbage bags! Let them keep some dignity. -- Carol Evans, via email WADING POOL USES Dear Readers: Small children can sit in a small, empty plastic wading pool when they snack in front of the TV. This way, there are no spills or food on the carpet to clean up. A hard, plastic wading pool with a pad in the bottom can serve as a handy playpen (with adult supervision). It can be stowed away under a bed when a child isn't visiting. Also, since they are so easy to slide under a bed, an outgrown, rigid plastic wading pool can be used to store toy bin

12 Things to KNOW Before Driving the Sea to Sky Highway (2024!)

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qualicum beach activities :: Article Creator BRIONES: Birdwatching Offers Look Into Wonderful Vancouver Island World I recently had an opportunity to experience what birdwatching is all about. And it opened my eyes and educated me about the many species of birds that exist here in Parksville Qualicum Beach and area. I had no idea. BC Nature recently conducted a sea survey that involved a nice cruise around the nearby islands with the goal of recording the activities of Brant geese and other coastal birds out on the water that can't be observed from shore. We stopped around Ballenas Island, Schooner Reef, Mistaken Island, Yeo Islands, Northwest Bay and Nuttal Bay. The survey was led by birdwatching expert Liam Ragan, who is BC Nature's provincial co-ordinator for important bird areas. I was invited to join the trip that also included members of the Arrowsmith Naturalists, who conduct Brant counts and surveys in the Parskville Qualicum

36 Best Things to do in Vancouver, Canada In 2024

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vancouver most visited places :: Article Creator New Report Lists Hardest Spots To Pronounce In Metro Vancouver, And We Have Questions Metro Vancouver has its fair share of spots where people can debate the pronunciation – take Camosun Street, for example. But a new report was just released that lists the top ten hardest places to pronounce in the area, and it's bizarre, to say the least. The report was done by an online language platform called Preply. It collated the list based on factors such as undefined sounds in English, unusual stress patterns, discrepancies between spelling and pronunciation, and the frequency of common mispronunciations. Some of the answers took us by surprise and made us question the way we say some of these places. But, while the accuracy of this list may be up to the reader's discretion, it definitely has some answers that will be fun to debate with your friends on your next pub night. Here are the top ten

The 25 Best Road Trips in the World

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sanjana bus booking :: Article Creator Rolling Thunder Book Bus The Rolling Thunder Book Bus, presented by American Fidelity Assurance Company, is a state-wide outreach program that inspires children, grades kindergarten to 5th grade, to develop a love for reading. The Book Bus is a truck and custom-built trailer that carries over 2,000 fiction & non-fiction books. The exterior of the Book Bus is decked out with Thunder colors and built-in television that allows us to showcase videos. Inside, you'll find the shelves loaded with books, a locker with player autographs, jersey, player shoes and Thunder swag. 222,016 2,711 FAQS Where does the Book Bus travel? The Book Bus travels statewide, but during the school year we are limited to a 30-mile radius from the BOK Center in Tulsa and a 30-mile radius from Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. It visits schools, community centers, museums, parks, libraries, and othe

How to Find Cheap Flights in 2024

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southwest travel agent :: Article Creator Southwest Still On The Hook For 2022 Holiday Meltdown — And Will Now Provide New Vouchers For Delayed, Canceled Flights Southwest Airlines' settlement terms with the Department of Transportation (DOT) are kicking in — leading to future customers receiving compensation if they experience a significant flight delay. As part of the settlement sparked from the airline's 2022 holiday meltdown, Southwest has agreed to award $75 or more in transferrable vouchers to travelers who reach their destination at least three hours late due to an airline-caused disruption or cancellation, according to the DOT. The airline quietly launched the compensation program on April 16, and has already heard from a few thousand customers, Reuters reported. The effort is part of the airline's agreement to establish a $90 million reserve fund for future flight delays and cancellations. "After the 2022 holiday me

12 Things to KNOW Before Driving the Sea to Sky Highway (2024!)

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port coquitlam tourism :: Article Creator St. Kitts Cruise Port: Piers, Getting Around, What's Nearby St. Kitts, one of the two islands that make up the Caribbean nation of Saint Kitts and Nevis, is an enchanting destination that draws over one million tourists annually. With its natural island beauty, unique cultural heritage, and wide range of historical landmarks, it is no wonder that St. Kitts is one of the most popular ports of call for Eastern Caribbean itineraries.  We will provide cruise passengers with an in-depth breakdown of the St. Kitts Cruise Port, including its facilities, nearby attractions, and practical travel tips for getting the most out of their time on the island. St. Kitts Cruise Port Description and Location The main cruise port on the island of St. Kitts is strategically located in Basseterre, the nation's capital city. The St. Kitts Cruise Port is known by its formal name – Port Zante. The port and its termin