Whitney's Travel & Food

If you're planning to settle in Vancouver, in addition to public transit and Uber/Lyft, you can consider using a car-sharing service - Evo Car Share. Based in Vancouver, Evo Car Share primarily offers Toyota hybrid vehicles. All cars are equipped with four doors, five seats, spacious cargo capacity, and foldable roof ...

The Old Spaghetti Factory is a chain of Italian restaurants known for its vintage decor and affordable meals. This time, we met up with friends at the New Westminster location. Since it was dinner time, we had about a 10 minute wait before being seated. The interior is filled with ...

San Francisco to Seattle by train primarily aboard the Amtrak Coast Starlight, is a stunning adventure. This iconic train route begins in Los Angeles and heads north, passing through the San Francisco Bay Area and Oregon before reaching its final destination in Seattle, Washington. It’s a route filled with charm, ...

After trying Banter Ice Cream in Abbotsford, the staff there recommended that if we were in Vancouver, we should check out Earnest Ice Cream. A quick online search revealed that Earnest has several locations, so we decided to visit the North Vancouver branch. As we approached, even before spotting the ...

San Francisco is located in California, it is one of the most popular tourist spots in the USA. Known for its thriving tech startups and corporate headquarters, the city is also a major financial hub with numerous global companies. For this trip, we planned to fly into San Francisco, then ...

During a day trip to Abbotsford, we were hoping for a big outlet shopping spree, only to find a Costco return outlet! Although a bit disappointed at first, the day took a delightful turn when we stumbled upon Banter Ice Cream, a fantastic ice cream shop nestled in Jubilee Park. The shop’s stylish ...

We took a road trip to the charming town of Canmore, Alberta, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and filled with hidden culinary treasures. Lucky for us, a friend who’s working in Canmore knew exactly where to go. She guided us straight to a local favorite spot, Rocky Mountain Bagel Company, for a ...

If you’re visiting Vancouver Island, a day trip to Victoria is a must! The capital of BC, this vibrant city offers stunning coastlines, historic Chinatown, and a lively downtown where you can experience the blend of history and modern culture. One food spot you simply can't miss is the popular ...

Back in the 1980s, a wave of immigrants from Hong Kong brought their culture to Vancouver, and along with it, dim sum in Vancouver and Hong Kong-style cuisine began to thrive. Located in downtown Vancouver, Seaport City Restaurant captures the essence of a classic cha chaan teng, or Hong Kong-style ...

Looking for some good fish and chips in Burnaby? Cockney Kings Fish & Chips is a must-try chain with 3 locations in Vancouver, including a popular spot in North Burnaby’s Kensington Plaza. Conveniently situated with lots of parking, this restaurant is perfect for those looking for an authentic British fish ...