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John Lee | March 2, 2023

Eat Your Way Around the World in Richmond, BC

From ramen to hot pot, Richmond’s authentic Asian dining scene is a well-known lure for local and visiting foodies. But the city is also home to an under-the-radar menu of restaurants that showcase delicious dishes and culinary traditions from other parts of the world. Keen to dive into fresh-made Mexican tacos, velvet-soft Greek souvlaki, aromatic

John Lee | February 28, 2023

CARHA Hockey World Cup: The Insider’s Guide

Approximately 100 teams from Canada and around the world will be skating into Richmond this spring for the planet’s largest adult recreational hockey tournament. Running from March 19 to 26, the beloved Molson CARHA Hockey World Cup, presented by Lulu Island Winery, will be hosting around 1,800 participants and more than 200 games. CARHA is

John Lee | February 22, 2023

How to plan a Car Free Day Out in Richmond

You don’t need a car to have a great day out in Richmond. And even if you do have your own wheels, leaving them at home is an easy option here. With a little thought and planning, you can enjoy some brilliant excursions in and around the city via transit, bike-riding and even scootering. Read

John Lee | February 8, 2023

Valentine’s Day Ideas for Richmond Romantics

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, now is the perfect time to shower your sweetheart with love, attention and perhaps even a surprise proposal. Need a few suggestions for how to show your darling how much you care? Read on for our Cupid-approved rundown of unique Richmond activities and gift ideas. Romantic Dining Among

John Lee | January 26, 2023

Hop Aboard Steveston Tram’s New Exhibit

If one of your New Year resolutions is to check out more of the Lower Mainland’s great local attractions, now is the perfect time to visit the Steveston Tram. The free-entry Moncton Street pavilion––housing a beautifully restored century-old interurban tramcar––has just unveiled a new permanent exhibit. Using authentic artifacts, evocative photos and hands-on features, the

John Lee | January 16, 2023

Chinese New Year: The Insider’s Guide

With the Year of the Rabbit about to kick off around the world, Richmond is once again at the heart of Metro Vancouver’s Chinese New Year celebrations. There are some great events to dive into around the city––and many of them are family-friendly as well as low cost or admission-free. Also known as Lunar New

Festival of Trees at Gulf of Georgia Cannery

John Lee | December 7, 2022

‘Tis the Season for Holiday Activities in Richmond

The holidays have suddenly arrived! But don’t worry if you’re way behind with your preparations. We’ve taken the hard work out of planning your 2022 Christmas activities by rounding-up a sparkling array of options around the city. Take a few minutes to peruse our bauble-covered suggestions––then fill up your calendar with a full serving of

John Lee | December 6, 2022

10 Indoor Activities to Try in Wintertime Richmond

It’s that time of year when the weather seems to alternate between relentless rain and bone-chilling cold. And even though Richmond has one of the mildest winter climates of any B.C. city, it’s always a good idea to have a few indoor activities on your calendar for the chilly months ahead. Looking for inspiration? We’ve

wall climbing

John Lee | November 4, 2022

10 Fun Things to Do in Rainy Day Richmond

It’s that time of year when skies darken and ‘atmospheric rivers’ pop-up in our weather forecasts. But that doesn’t mean you have to stay home watching raindrops race down the windows. Richmond is brimming with brilliant indoor activities where downpours are never a factor. Need inspiration? Read on for some of our favourite local undercover

An Anna’s hummingbird at Terra Nova

John Lee | October 12, 2022

Fall for Birding in Richmond

With its plentiful parks and abundant shoreline, Richmond is an ideal destination for easy-access birding at any time of year. But unlike other regions, the city’s cooler months are actually the best time to enjoy some amazing viewing opportunities––whether you’re a veteran spotter or a curious newbie. The reason? Richmond is situated on the Pacific

John Lee | August 15, 2022

2022 Richmond Maritime Festival: the Insider’s Guide

Locals and visitors will be flocking to Steveston this month for the much-anticipated return of Metro Vancouver’s favourite nautical celebration. Anchored in and around the shoreline heritage buildings of Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, the family-friendly Richmond Maritime Festival promises a treasure chest of fun-loving activities and performances. Running from 11:00am to 6:00pm on both

Gikumi Boat

John Lee | August 9, 2022

Explore the Fraser River on a Unique Boat Cruise

Views of the mighty Fraser River are easy to find in shoreline Richmond. But there aren’t many opportunities to board an immaculate vintage boat for a slow travel meander along this hugely historic and superbly scenic waterway. That’s where this summer’s Voyage of the Gikumi comes in. On select days this August, the beautifully restored