Traveling with Trena

There’s no better way to get a true feel for a city than by exploring its neighborhoods, landmarks, and hidden gems all in one day. On my recent trip to Vancouver, I joined a Landsea Tours Ltd   city tour ( Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Vancouver Lookout) led by the outstanding Tim Main , and it gave me the perfect introduction to this vibrant, diverse city. Neighborhood Drive We began with a comfortable drive through Vancouver’s main neighborhoods: Downtown Vancouver , Chinatown , Gastown , and Yaletown . Each had its own distinct personality. Gastown charmed me with its historic cobblestone feel, Yaletown was chic and modern, Chinatown was bustling with cultural energy, and Downtown tied it all together as the heartbeat of the city. ✨ Travel Tip: If you have free time, head back to Gastown in the evening—the steam clock and twinkling lights make it especially magical. Stanley Park Our first stop was Stanley Park , Vancouver’s crown jewel. I...

  This summer, I had the opportunity to take my first solo tour —and what an unforgettable day it turned out to be! I joined the Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver , and from start to finish, it was a seamless and inspiring experience. A Smooth Start The day began with an early morning pickup right from my downtown Vancouver hotel. The tour company, Landsea Tours , handled everything beautifully, making it stress-free from the start. Be prepared—this is a full-day adventure (about 13 hours) . I was on the bus before 8:00 AM and returned close to 10:00 PM that night. Crossing the Water One of the highlights was the roll-on/roll-off ferry ride to Vancouver Island. Watching our tour bus (and several others!) drive right onto the massive ferry was fascinating. On board, there was plenty of seating, restrooms ( washrooms), an eatery, and even a small gift shop—making the journey comfortable and enjoyable. The Gardens in Full Bloom Our first stop was the wor...