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About Ariane Colenbrander

http://www.vancouverscape.com

Ariane Colenbrander is an avid traveler and photographer with a background in graphic design. She’s lived in three countries and has explored numerous others. Ariane recently completed a second degree in copy editing from Vancouver’s Simon Fraser University. Her photography and words have been featured in BC Living, Luxury Travel Australia, en Route Magazine, Modern Luxury Aspen, Fodors Travel, and Canadian Traveller. You can find her travel, tech, and lifestyle blog at Vancouverscape.com.

Celebrating Dutch Heritage Aboard Holland America Line

July 5, 2024 by Ariane ColenbranderLeave a Comment

Cruises are often a great way to indulge in a variety of cuisines from around the globe, and this year, Holland America Line has dedicated a day aboard each of its cruise ship sailings to honor the Dutch culinary scene: Dutch Day. Holland America celebrated a landmark 150th birthday last year and recently created special menu items and collaborations with iconic brands, including Daelmans Stroopwafels and Lindt & Sprüngli … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: America, Bakeries, Chocolate, Cruising, Dessert, Food and Wine, History, Ice Cream, Music, Sailing

What to see and do in Boise, Idaho

July 10, 2018 by Ariane ColenbranderLeave a Comment

Currently the fastest-growing city in the US, downtown Boise also happens to be easily walkable, laid out in a grid with Grove Plaza at its heart and Julia Davis Park at its southern edge. Within the space of a short week, I got to explore some of the best the city has to offer. Street Art Head straight to Freak Alley (between 8th and 9th Streets closest to Bannock Street). Colorful styles of graffiti abound everywhere you look and the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Africa, Airport, Art, Beer, Bicycle, California, Culture, Drinking, Festival, Food and Wine, Garden, History, Holiday Season, Idaho, Museum, Music, Oregon, Restaurants, Rocky Mountains, Seafood

Exploring Russia on a Viking River Cruise

October 24, 2017 by Ariane ColenbranderLeave a Comment

This was my first river cruise with Viking Cruises, a trip I'd dreamt about for weeks! Russia, the world's largest country, takes up an eighth of the world's surface, borders 14 different countries, 12 oceans and seas and spans 11 time zones. Getting Ready to Cruise Through Russia Including start and end points St. Petersburg and Moscow, our cruise includes seven stops with optional offshore excursions, some included in the fare, others … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Architecture, Art, Beer, Bus Travel, Canals, Cruising, Culture, Drinking, Europe, Fashion, Food and Wine, Frankfurt, Japan, Journey, Moscow, Museum, Music, National Park, Paris

Montreal: City of Festivals and Food

July 21, 2015 by Ariane Colenbrander2 Comments

Summer in Montreal is filled with a variety of festivals and events to fill up your days with a wide range of music, food and fun. Last week, I was invited to experience the vibrant port city, taking in a market food walking tour, craft beer tour as well as Jazz Festival and Complètement Cirque. Bonus? Discovering Montreal’s first quay-side Poutine Festival during my stay! Sleep My homes away from home were Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Beach, Beer, Canada, Casino, Dessert, Festival, Fireworks, Florida, Food and Wine, Journey, Montreal, Music, Olives, Pizza, Restaurants, Seafood, Walking tour

Arizona’s Queen Creek Olive Mill and The Farm at Agritopia

May 27, 2015 by Ariane Colenbrander1 Comment

It may be hard to imagine an olive mill in the middle of the desert, yet it exists at Queen Creek Olive Mill. For over a decade, Perry Rea and family have owned and operated Arizona’s only working olive mill and farm, pressing their olives for high quality extra virgin olive oil and olive oil-based products. Located just east of Mesa, this area is known for sunny days, cool nights, and fertile soil, producing ideal conditions for growing a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Arizona, Belgium, Chocolate, Coffee, Desert, Drinking, Food and Wine, Harvest, New York City, Olives, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Village

Halifax’s Historic Halliburton House Inn

April 7, 2015 by Ariane ColenbranderLeave a Comment

Halliburton House Inn signage, Halifax

From my ground-floor queen bedroom, I can hear the early evening final calls of the birds outside in the trees. Such a blissful moment, particularly after a late afternoon spring shower. We’re checked in at The Halliburton House Inn for a night, and I’m happy with everything in this room, from the cozy bed to the period furniture and fireplace. A coffee maker sits on the desk in a corner. A wing-back chair will serve as the perfect spot to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Bridges, Chocolate, Coffee, Dessert, England, Garden, History, Internet, Museum, Restaurants, Vineyards, Wine Tasting

Halifax Excursions: Horseback Riding, City and Peggy’s Cove Tour, and Ferry Ride to Dartmouth

April 4, 2015 by Ariane ColenbranderLeave a Comment

Winter in Halifax normally means chilly Atlantic winters with varying amounts of snow. This winter however was exceptional, snowfall the likes of which the city hasn’t seen in 30 years! This didn’t stop me from having some fun though while here on my second Nova Scotia trip. I haven't yet been horseback riding in the snow, but there’s a first time for everything. Hatfield Farm, located in Hammonds Plains, a quick half-hour jaunt from … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Beach, Bus Travel, Drinking, Garden, River Rafting, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Urban Travel, Wine Tasting

Pampered Luxury at Hastings House, Salt Spring Island

March 1, 2015 by Ariane Colenbrander1 Comment

Afternoon tea at Hastings House

I was recently pampered with a two-night stay at luxurious Hastings House Country House Hotel on Salt Spring Island. While I've been to Salt Spring several times, I had yet to enjoy this corner of the island, close enough to downtown Ganges yet far enough away to appreciate the solitude and nature that helps define this Relais & Chateaux property. The welcoming hotel grounds are filled with fragrant flowers and colourful birds, all with a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Art, Britain, Canada, Coffee, England, Farming, Flowers, Food and Wine, Garden, History, Massage, Mountain Climbing, Resort, Spa, Studio Tours, Vancouver, Walking tour, Wildlife

Riviera Cancun: Secrets Silversands Resort

February 23, 2015 by Ariane Colenbrander5 Comments

Secrets Silversands Resort

Looking at numerous websites, Trip Advisor reviews, and tips from friends, we’re spoiled for choice when it comes to picking a travel destination and resort. My husband and I wanted to visit the Riviera Maya this month, in a location away from the thumping of Cancun or Playa del Carmen. What we found was Puerto Morelos, a smaller town smack in between the two, yet close enough to get to the Mayan ruins while enjoying the warm, tropical breezes of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Beach, Caribbean, Culinary travel, Drinking, Food and Wine, Garden, Mediterranean, Music, Resort, Restaurants, Riviera, Seafood, Secrets Resort, Spa, Spain, Walking tour, Wildlife

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