Day 222 to 244 (Sept 8 - Sept 30) Vancouver ...eh?

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September 30th 2006

Published: October 16th 2006

blog by Dave OK so why isn't everybody staring at us ? This feels very strange indeed. Also it feels a little odd that we can understand everybody, and perhaps more perturbing, they can understand us. One of the other things that is confirming our exit from Asia is that its been 10 minutes since we landed and no one has badgered us for cash or tried to sell us anything random. After a somewhat ... Read Full Entry

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We’re a couple in our 30's who met working for the same company in Chelmsford, Essex in the UK. Bronia is a Canadian/British hippychick hailing from Vancouver who loves the outdoors. Dave grew up in Billericay, Essex and loves his sport, music and the odd ale with the requisite "doner kebab". In 2005 we decided we'd had enough of narrow-minded corporate nonsense and became determined to change our current view on the world by travelling to see it. We are taking this trip to enjoy life, open our minds, feed our souls and learn as much as we can. Join us on our journey..... ... full info

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English Bay beach where Kostia, Dave, B's mum & Bronia sit on driftwood logs and watch the sun set.

English Bay beach where Kostia, Dave, B's mum & Bronia sit on driftwood logs and watch the sun set.

English Bay beach where Kostia, Dave, B's mum & Bronia sit on driftwood logs and watch the sun set.

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Yaletown - old warehouses converted to funky loft apts and designer shops

Yaletown - old warehouses converted to funky loft apts and designer shops

Yaletown - old warehouses converted to funky loft apts and designer shops

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Gastown - where Vancouver started - & the famous Steam Clock

Gastown - where Vancouver started - & the famous Steam Clock

Gastown - where Vancouver started - & the famous Steam Clock

Vancouver, BC, Canada

At the Foeste family apt in Yaletown - L to R: Dave, Bronia, Lisa, Oliver & baby Marley

At the Foeste family apt in Yaletown - L to R: Dave, Bronia, Lisa, Oliver & baby Marley

At the Foeste family apt in Yaletown - L to R: Dave, Bronia, Lisa, Oliver & baby Marley

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Driving with Marta & Colin through the farms of the Fraser Valley on our way to the Okanagan & Naramata

Driving with Marta & Colin through the farms of the Fraser Valley on our way to the Okanagan & Naramata

Driving with Marta & Colin through the farms of the Fraser Valley on our way to the Okanagan & Naramata

Fraser Valley, BC, Canada

On the way to the Okanagan we stop at the famous Hope Slide - site of a rock avalanche triggered by a small earthquake in 1985

On the way to the Okanagan we stop at the famous Hope Slide - site of a rock avalanche triggered by a small earthquake in 1985

On the way to the Okanagan we stop at the famous Hope Slide - site of a rock avalanche triggered by a small earthquake in 1985

Fraser Valley, BC, Canada

We drive through high elevations where already winter snows have started - en route to the Okanagan

We drive through high elevations where already winter snows have started - en route to the Okanagan

We drive through high elevations where already winter snows have started - en route to the Okanagan

British Columbia, Canada

Out of the snowline we descend into the semi-arid area that marks the Okanagan region

Out of the snowline we descend into the semi-arid area that marks the Okanagan region

Out of the snowline we descend into the semi-arid area that marks the Okanagan region

British Columbia, Canada

Grapes in row upon row down to Okanagan Lake at Lang Vineyard

Grapes in row upon row down to Okanagan Lake at Lang Vineyard

Grapes in row upon row down to Okanagan Lake at Lang Vineyard

Okanagan Valley Region, British Columbia, Canada

Wine tasting at Red Rooster Vineyards - our 2nd, or was it 3rd? or 4th vineyard?

Wine tasting at Red Rooster Vineyards - our 2nd, or was it 3rd? or 4th vineyard?

Wine tasting at Red Rooster Vineyards - our 2nd, or was it 3rd? or 4th vineyard?

Okanagan Valley Region, British Columbia, Canada

Naramata beach, the jetty, Colins family sailboat and the amazing view across Okanagan lake

Naramata beach, the jetty, Colins family sailboat and the amazing view across Okanagan lake

Naramata beach, the jetty, Colins family sailboat and the amazing view across Okanagan lake

Naramata, Okanagan Valley Region, British Columbia, Canada

We hike along an old disused railway track & look out at the fruit growing hills, vineyards & the lake of Okanagan

We hike along an old disused railway track & look out at the fruit growing hills, vineyards & the lake of Okanagan

We hike along an old disused railway track & look out at the fruit growing hills, vineyards & the lake of Okanagan

Naramata, Okanagan Valley Region, British Columbia, Canada

Dave & Bronia perched on a rock high above Okanagan lake

Dave & Bronia perched on a rock high above Okanagan lake

Dave & Bronia perched on a rock high above Okanagan lake

Naramata, Okanagan Valley Region, British Columbia, Canada

Still walking on the disused railway track Dave & Marta go through a tunnel bored into the rockface

Still walking on the disused railway track Dave & Marta go through a tunnel bored into the rockface

Still walking on the disused railway track Dave & Marta go through a tunnel bored into the rockface

Naramata, Okanagan Valley Region, British Columbia, Canada

A cheeky white face in the long grasses between apple orchards

A cheeky white face in the long grasses between apple orchards

A cheeky white face in the long grasses between apple orchards

Naramata, Okanagan Valley Region, British Columbia, Canada

Ripe and perfect Gala apples from Colin's uncles orchard

Ripe and perfect Gala apples from Colin's uncles orchard

Ripe and perfect Gala apples from Colin's uncles orchard

Naramata, Okanagan Valley Region, British Columbia, Canada

Colin, Marta & Dave picking Gala apples off Colin

Colin, Marta & Dave picking Gala apples off Colin

Colin, Marta & Dave picking Gala apples off Colin

Naramata, Okanagan Valley Region, British Columbia, Canada

Dave, Colin & Marta on Okanagan lake cruising around on a perfect day

Dave, Colin & Marta on Okanagan lake cruising around on a perfect day

Dave, Colin & Marta on Okanagan lake cruising around on a perfect day

Naramata, Okanagan Valley Region, British Columbia, Canada

Unawares, Bronia snaps a pic of Colin & Dave caught in the act of watching a wedding take place on the beach further round the coast.

Unawares, Bronia snaps a pic of Colin & Dave caught in the act of watching a wedding take place on the beach further round the coast.

Unawares, Bronia snaps a pic of Colin & Dave caught in the act of watching a wedding take place on the beach further round the coast.

Naramata, Okanagan Valley Region, British Columbia, Canada

Trying to get a campfire going on our private beach with damp wood - it takes a while but eventually it starts.

Trying to get a campfire going on our private beach with damp wood - it takes a while but eventually it starts.

Trying to get a campfire going on our private beach with damp wood - it takes a while but eventually it starts.

Naramata, Okanagan Valley Region, British Columbia, Canada

Silhouettes of Dave & Kostia on a day with heavy grey skies at "Sasamat" Lake - where our female cat gets her name.

Silhouettes of Dave & Kostia on a day with heavy grey skies at "Sasamat" Lake - where our female cat gets her name.

Silhouettes of Dave & Kostia on a day with heavy grey skies at "Sasamat" Lake - where our female cat gets her name.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

17th October 2006

Nonie
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Hope you have a good visit!!
Hey B. sorry we didn't get to see each other. Would have loved to! Busy with my new business venture I am starting...will tell you about it soon. Hope you have a good visit and looking forward to more exciting adventures from you and Dave. Will write to you soon @ your home address. Love, nonie

19th October 2006

Merle in North Vancouver
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Vancouver as a tourist destination
Hi Bronia and Dave: It was great to see both of you and hear about your adventures in person. I also really enjoyed this blog, seen through your first-time eyes, Dave. It made me appreciate my city even more than I already do! Hope to see you both back here soon. But meanwhile, I look forward to hearing about Part 2 of your amazing travels! Love Merle

9th November 2006

Lynne
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I'm looking at doing Seattle in the spring of 2007.. I was wondering if you could get the names of those little local restaurants your friends took you to, in Seattle? would love some suggestions for the local flavor. Lynne ELMSoFL@aol.com

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