tazimdamji, Author at Celebrate Life's Adventures!

Outdoor Pools in Vancouver to Check out this Summer

May 17, 2019 by tazimdamji Leave a Comment

The weather is beautiful, we have great scenery to look at – I want to be outside in the water, how about you? It’s time to head to one of the many outdoor pools in Vancouver and area, don’t you think?

The outdoor pools in Vancouver include:

Second Beach Pool, Stanley Park. Closes after the Labour Day weekend.
Outdoor Pool, Hillcrest Aquatic Centre. Closes Sept. 3.
Kitsilano Pool, which will close on Sept. 15.
New Brighton Pool, which will close on Sept. 15.
Maple Grove Pool opens June 15 and will close Sept. 3.

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Terrified about Camping? Comforting Words of Advice to Ease into it.

April 7, 2019 by tazimdamji Leave a Comment

Maybe your partner or friend urges you to give camping a try. But you're terrified about camping. I hope you'll give it a try after you read this post.

Are you scared of the prospect of spending the night in “the great outdoors?” It can be a scary place full of unknown factors, moderate isolation, and just a thin tent between you and the world. The lack of electricity or immediate technology can seem hard to wrap one’s head around. And yet, maybe because your significant other or friend urges you to give it a try, you’re willing to. But, if you’re terrified of camping, I hope you’ll give it a try after you read this post.

How do you get over the Initial Fear of Camping?

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Bucket List Item: Squamish Eagle Viewing Float

January 4, 2019 by tazimdamji Leave a Comment

The Squamish Eagle Viewing Float is a fun experience to enjoy as a way to get away from the city for a day.

There’s a very scenic drive to get to Squamish on the Sea-to-Sky highway. Located about an hour’s drive north from the City of Vancouver, British Columbia, Squamish is a hub for those who love to get outside and be active year-round. While there are plenty of hiking trails nearby, I recently went to Squamish to go eagle watching.

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Sea to Sky Gondola – A Magical and Transformative Experience

November 29, 2018 by tazimdamji Leave a Comment

To say that experiencing the Sea to Sky Gondola was a transformative experience, would be an understatement.

It’s hard not to feel all the things I most love feeling: alive, free, adventurous, exploratory, and joyful, when I’m spending time in nature. Doing so in a whole new setting over 800 metres above sea level (even higher than the Stawamus Chief trail I’d hiked a few years ago, which is nearby and can be seen from the top of the gondola and a viewing platform) increases those feelings ten-fold.

I really had a great day enjoying the trails, views, and delicious food that the Sea to Sky Gondola offers.

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Insider’s Guide to Whistler’s 2018/19 Season

November 25, 2018 by tazimdamji Leave a Comment

Whistler is something of a gleaming jewel in the Canadian winter crown. Luring thousands of snow-worshippers each year from across the world, the famous winter season is upon us once again. Running from November 22nd through May 2019, skiers and snowboarders will pound the slopes, apres-ski in style, and embrace everything that’s great about British Columbia in winter.

Ahead of the winter 18/19 season, we check out what’s new and trending in Whistler this winter.

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Vancouver Winter Bucket List

October 23, 2018 by tazimdamji Leave a Comment

What is there to do in Vancouver during winter? With mild winters (compared to most of Canada), a large population of people who enjoy partaking in outdoor activities, and Whistler (the ski-bum capital of B.C.) so closeby, there are plenty of things to do outside during the winter months.

It may seem ironic that, despite having spent my teenage years in Calgary, Alberta—known for its crazy-cold winters—I haven’t really embraced winter sports or activities in the past.

As part of my goal to “embrace the season,” I’m going to really take full advantage of the winter season this year.

Vancouver Winter Bucket List - Tazim in Whistler [Read more…]

What to Do – Vancouver Fall Season

September 24, 2018 by tazimdamji Leave a Comment

Vancouver During Fall

Cooler temperatures and fewer crowds are just a few reasons why I think more visitors should come to Vancouver during the fall season. There are so many Vancouver fall season favourites listed in this post:

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What to wear – Vancouver Fall Season

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Where to go Berry Picking in Vancouver

August 15, 2018 by tazimdamji Leave a Comment

Few things get me more excited about the long, hot days of summer more than the arrival of summer fruits at my local grocery stores and farmer’s markets. While I love buying fresh fruits from farmer’s markets a lot more than from big grocery stores, because I feel like I’m tasting all the love that went into growing the produce, there’s nothing quite like picking my own fruits from a farm.

I first experienced the joy of a U-Pick berry farm in London, Ontario while visiting a friend’s family. Everyone, including all the young children went out to pick strawberries. It was so much fun choosing each berry and placing it into my bucket. It was even more fun eating the freshly picked strawberries soon afterward — cut up and eaten with vegan vanilla ice cream.

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Café du Presbytere in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean Region in Québec, Canada

June 14, 2018 by tazimdamji Leave a Comment

The Cafe du Presbytere in the borough of Chicoutimi, Québec was an unexpected delight!

Who knew you could get such delicious vegan/vegetarian friendly food in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region in Québec? I didn’t! Actually, I purchased quite a lot of snacks for this leg of my Québec trip before I left home, because I thought I’d be out of luck in terms of food options!

Not only did the Tourisme Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean team make sure there were vegan options for me (and vegetarian options for another blogger), they took the whole press tour group to some amazing places to eat. I feel like we really experienced this region’s cuisine.

One of the clear highlights of my trip through the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region was a lunchtime stop at the Cafe du Presbytere in the borough of Chicoutimi, Québec.

This café takes pride in serving its own version of well-known dishes made from local products and ingredients found by its chef in the woods of the Saguenay region. In a warm and friendly ambiance, you’ll enjoy delicious cuisine while encouraging your hosts’ mission of socio-professional integration. – Québec Original website

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The Best Vegan Food in Québec City, Canada

June 5, 2018 by tazimdamji Leave a Comment

Is it difficult to travel when you’re vegan? It doesn’t have to be! I’ve been vegan for over 17 years and have travelled throughout the world while maintaining a vegan diet. On a recent trip to Québec, I found numerous options for vegan food in Québec City. Actually, there were more places that I wanted to check out then the amount of time I had. Take a look at my recommendations and feel free to leave a comment to let me know if there are others I should check out the next time I’m in the city.

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Wondering Where to Find the Best Vegan Food in Old Québec City?

If you’re out sightseeing in Old Québec, there are several options within walking distance of all the main sights.

Bols et Poké

My first time having a poké bowl was at Bols et Poké. Clearly marked on the menu, the Mahalo bowl is a solid vegan option. There are other vegetarian options, too.

Types of cuisine / specialties: -Korean -noodle bowls -Vegetarian / vegan options -casual, quick meals Address: 545 rue Saint Jean, Québec City.