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Attend Virtual Museum Exhibits for Fun and Education

November 17, 2020 by tazimdamji Leave a Comment

One of my favourite things to do when I travel is to check out the local museums and art galleries. When I’m unable to travel, I have a feeling like I’m missing out on something. Spending time on weekends or evenings to attend virtual museum exhibits makes me feel like I’m exploring a new place, I’m back in university studying art history (with no exams!) and like I’ve gotten a new outlook on the world and different cultures.

Why Spend The Time to Attend Virtual Museum Exhibits?

I, for one, hope the trend of having virtual collections and exhibits available for the public will continue. Even when it is easier to be able to visit institutions in person, there will be many reasons why people may choose to view exhibits online:

  • Accessibility – perhaps the museum or collection isn’t set-up for wheelchairs, hearing impairment, etc.
  • Illness or need to remain at home or in a care facility
  • Physical distance – with exhibits available online, people can view things from across the country and around the world
  • Cost – museums and galleries, when not free or by donation, can be too costly for people to visit as often as they’d like to.
  • Time – online exhibits and resources allow people to “visit” anytime of day or night.

Virtual exhibits or digitized collections aren’t something new. VirtualMuseum.ca, founded in 2001, is The largest digital source of stories and experiences shared by Canada’s museums and heritage organizations. You can find exhibits here from both large and small museums across the country. What I like even more than virtually touring the museums, through a 360 degree virtual tour or otherwise, is attending seminars or lectures that allow me to learn and get more from the experience as a whole.

Learning Opportunities

As one might take a guided tour through a museum or gallery in person, so too can you take a virtual tour. Many institutions offer seminars/lectures, guided virtual tours, and art history lessons online for free or for a small fee.

I’ve taken a few free (with donation option) virtual tours/lectures offered by the Washington D.C. History and Culture non-profit. Typically, they used to offer in-person tours to bring people together to experience the history and culture of Washington D.C. Since the beginning of the pandemic and into the future, they provide virtual versions of these tours. The added bonus is that they cover major museums and galleries in other cities, too.

You can take a look at Eventbrite for free or paid events. Use the filters to select a date, price, category, format, language. . .

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Outdoor Pools in Vancouver to Check out this Summer

May 17, 2019 by tazimdamji Leave a Comment

Outdoor Pools in Vancouver to Check out this Summer

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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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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5 Outdoor Date Ideas in Vancouver: Winter Edition

December 1, 2018 by tazimdamji Leave a Comment

Feeling adventurous? Don’t let the weather keep you and your date from exploring winter on the West Coast.

Vancouver Outdoor Winter Date Ideas

Snowshoe for Two: Lace up at Sea to Sky Gondola and choose any one of five trails to explore on snowshoes. Take advantage of après in the Summit Lodge afterwards with a festive beverage.

5 Dates that Don’t Involve the Indoors: Winter Edition

Mountaintop Ice Skating: Take in the views of downtown Vancouver from the top of Grouse Mountain, while gliding across an outdoor rink. Warm up in the Peak Chalet or catch a Christmas classic in the Theatre in the Sky.

5 Dates that Don’t Involve the Indoors: Winter Edition

Christmas Light Maze: Explore Enchant, the world’s largest Christmas Light Maze with over 55,000 square feet of illuminated sculptures. After completing the maze, check out the Christmas market that’s complete with food trucks and a licensed area with holiday drinks.

VanDusen Festival of Lights: VanDusen Garden will once again transform into a winter wonderland. Cozy up on the newly built carousel or take a selfie under the dazzling lights of the “Eiffel Tower” while snacking on roasted chestnuts.

Stanley Park Train Ride: A long-time classic is back for yet another year. Hop on the Bright Nights Train and prepare to be dazzled by three million lights and live performers along the way.

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20+ Cute date ideas and romantic things to do in Vancouver, BC

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.

Read on to see why a trip to the Sea to Sky Gondola is a magical/transformative experience any time of the year. [Read more…]

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Tazim is the editor/creator behind BeingTazim.com (an 8 years+ lifestyle blog) and is head adventurer at Celebrating Life's Adventures!

Celebrate Life's Adventures is for environmentally and socially conscious travellers who enjoy diverse cultural experiences, being one with nature, and a slower pace of life.

Tazim has created a life full of adventures big and small. Having travelled to 14 countries and lived in four, she knows a thing or two about different cultures, food, and ways to experience and appreciate the world.

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