Here are all the reasons why you should take a working holiday and move abroad at least once in your lifetime. This week marks three years since I left Australia with my Canadian working holiday visa acceptance papers in one hand and a one-way ticket to Vancouver in the other. It’s not news around here that the experience profoundly changed my life. So much so I am already dreaming about my return next year. But I know the paradox of emotions you will inevitably feel before taking that first step. Am I doing the right thing? Will I find...
10 Reasons Why Working Abroad Will Be The Best Thing You Ever Did
September 12, 2023 in Canada, North America, Vancouver, Working Abroad
Here are all the reasons why you should take a working holiday and move abroad at least once in your lifetime. This week marks three years since I left Australia with my Canadian working holiday visa acceptance papers in one hand and a one-way ticket to Vancouver in the other. It’s not news around here that the experience profoundly changed my life. So much so I am already dreaming about my return next year. But I know the paradox of emotions you will inevitably feel before taking that first step. Am I doing the right thing? Will I find...
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20+ Things To Do in North Vancouver
August 18, 2023 in Canada, North America, VancouverHere are my top recommendations for the best things to do in North Vancouver. When I lived in Vancouver, I ventured over to North Vancouver often. It was easy to see why so many people preferred to live over there, with its stunning natural...
Where to Stay – Vancouver Accommodation For Every Budget
October 15, 2018 in Accommodation, Canada, VancouverAlthough I’m a pro when it comes to cheap Vancouver accommodation, I thought I’d do a round-up of the best Vancouver accommodation to suit every budget. Oh here we are, back in Vancouver again (I’m not mad about it). Today’s post is all about...
14 Things To Do in Vancouver At Night
July 6, 2018 in Canada, North America, VancouverIf you’re looking for the best things to do in Vancouver at night, I have you covered. From free activities to solo adventures, you will never be bored at night in Vancouver with this post as your guide. With summer currently in full swing...
19 Free (and Cheap) Things To Do in Vancouver
April 6, 2018 in Canada, North America, VancouverI’m back on the Vancouver content train, with today’s guide to the best free things to do in Vancouver. I also include some very cheap options as well and I guarantee you will find something fun on this list. From hikes to free festivals...
Where To Photograph The Vancouver Skyline
February 2, 2018 in Canada, North America, Photography, VancouverLooking for the best views in Vancouver? Well, here are my favourite places to take photos of the Vancouver skyline. Believe me, I’ve taken A LOT of pretty Vancouver photos. I have so much more content to share about Vancouver. It was my home...
5 Reasons Why I Love Going To The Fair At The PNE
September 1, 2017 in Canada, North America, VancouverIt’s been a while since I did a Vancouver-specific post. I seem to just stick to talking about the city in my weekly Hayley Lately posts. But with my departure date looming, I think it’s about time I shared some more about Vancouver. Every...
Arriving at Vancouver Airport in Style
April 20, 2017 in Canada, VancouverAs a budget traveller, I am always about pinching pennies and taking public transport whenever I can. But sometimes, it feels so good to just forget about money and have some fun, you know? Fortunately, I got to do exactly this recently, thanks to...
15 Reasons To Move To Vancouver
January 13, 2017 in Canada, North America, Vancouver, Working AbroadGet ready! Here are 15 reasons why I think you should definitely, absolutely, totally live in Vancouver and move to Vancouver. I have written previously about why I love Vancouver and why it will always be home, no matter what the future has in store for...
10 Things To Do With Only One Day in Vancouver, Canada
January 6, 2017 in Canada, North America, VancouverTrying to decide how to spend just one day in Vancouver? Here’s a sample itinerary for 24 hours in Vancouver, which includes top things to do, accommodation options and most importantly, foodie recommendations. In November, I was fortunate to have my aunt and uncle...
My Walk Through Vancouver As A Winter Wonderland
December 9, 2016 in Canada, Christmas, North America, Photography, VancouverI was going to publish a different post this week. However, after my walk on Tuesday through my neighbourhood and taking about 150 photos of the snow and Vancouver looking like a winter wonderland, I wanted to share these snaps instead. It was one...
How To Do A Whistler Day Trip From Vancouver
November 16, 2016 in Canada, North America, VancouverKeep reading to discover how to have a great and effortless Whistler day trip from Vancouver. Who am I? Oh, I’m just the girl that has done two day trips from Vancouver to Whistler this fall. But in my defence, both visits were completely...
All You Need To Know About Moving To Vancouver, Canada
October 20, 2016 in Canada, North America, Vancouver, Working AbroadI’ve listed everything you need to know about moving to Vancouver from Australia in 2020. As an Aussie who has moved to Vancouver alone twice, I have covered all bases below. Well, somehow it has been two months today since I landed in Vancouver...