Since leaving my cruise ship, I have been on a whirlwind sightseeing tour of this small corner of British Columbia. I joined a wonderful travel network for women before leaving home and it is thanks to my three fabulous hosts whom I met through this network, that I have been not only able to afford to travel to, and stay in this corner of the world, but come to know it very thoroughly. My three hosts have been amazingly generous with their time, resources and hospitality. I have been met at ships, ferries and buses, provided with accommodation and meals and taken on personalized tours by knowledgeable local hosts. Vancouver is a big city ... well, let's qualify that ... as you all know I am a small town girl, so all metropolitan spaces seem HUGE
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