Free sample of Japanese green tea... it looked, smelt and tasted like powdered lawn clippings mixed with hot water!!
Migratory Byrds
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Celtic Village
As part of the St Patrick's Day celebrations in Vancouver, a "Celtic Village" was set up on Granville St this weekend. It was two blocks long and only took us half an hour or so to explore, but it was a fun photo opportunity...
Free sample of Japanese green tea... it looked, smelt and tasted like powdered lawn clippings mixed with hot water!!
Free sample of Japanese green tea... it looked, smelt and tasted like powdered lawn clippings mixed with hot water!!
Icicles
Three weeks ago, Ben took these photos of the front of our car...
Today, March 20th (a beautifully clear, sunny, 11°C day), is the official first day of spring in Canada. Bring it on!!
Today, March 20th (a beautifully clear, sunny, 11°C day), is the official first day of spring in Canada. Bring it on!!
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Top 5 reasons for Aussies to visit us
1. A return flight from Brisbane to Seattle is currently showing on Expedia for $1341 (all fees and taxes included; flying with V Australia and Alaska Airlines; 18 hours including transfer). This is at least a hundred dollars cheaper than we ever remember seeing it. Even flying directly into Vancouver is only $1493. The sample dates I used were 1 June to 31 August (i.e. our summer), which are both Wednesdays (it's nearly always cheaper to fly midweek).
2. The currency exchange rate is very favourable for Australians right now. Especially for visiting the USA. Each Aussie dollar will buy almost one Canadian dollar, and just over one American dollar. This compares to one Aussie dollar buying about 75 American cents a few years ago.
3. Vancouver frequently ranks highly on lists of the world's best cities. This year, Vancouver was voted #1 for the third year running on the The Economist's list of the world's most livable cities, which takes into consideration the following five factors: stability, health care, culture and environment, education, and infrastructure. It's a pretty awesome place to visit, too!
4. Aussies under 31 years old can apply for a working holiday visa before they arrive, thus being able to stay longer and not worry about running out of money. A 2-year visa costs only $150, and it's not too difficult to find a job. With your charming accent and friendly Aussie humour, you'll be a hit!
5. We haven't got our summer planned out yet. There's still time for you to be a part of it!
2. The currency exchange rate is very favourable for Australians right now. Especially for visiting the USA. Each Aussie dollar will buy almost one Canadian dollar, and just over one American dollar. This compares to one Aussie dollar buying about 75 American cents a few years ago.
3. Vancouver frequently ranks highly on lists of the world's best cities. This year, Vancouver was voted #1 for the third year running on the The Economist's list of the world's most livable cities, which takes into consideration the following five factors: stability, health care, culture and environment, education, and infrastructure. It's a pretty awesome place to visit, too!
4. Aussies under 31 years old can apply for a working holiday visa before they arrive, thus being able to stay longer and not worry about running out of money. A 2-year visa costs only $150, and it's not too difficult to find a job. With your charming accent and friendly Aussie humour, you'll be a hit!
5. We haven't got our summer planned out yet. There's still time for you to be a part of it!
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