by Wendy Underwood | Jun 2, 2020
As British Columbia cautiously opens up to non-essential travel, we’re looking forward to welcoming you to The Burrard. The experience at the hotel will be a little different from before, as we’ve put in place new procedures and protocols to limit the spread of...
by Wendy Underwood | Oct 19, 2020
For some, Halloween is a frightfully fun season. It’s a chance to delve into the mysterious and bizarre, the haunted and ghoulish. It’s a spirited time of year with plenty of activities to fill the days and nights. Some may be surprised to learn of Vancouver’s dark...
by Wendy Underwood | Oct 13, 2020
The annual Eastside Culture Crawl is a real community event, inviting the art-loving general public into the East Vancouver studios and workshops of hundreds of the city’s artists and creative types. We’re thrilled to hear that the event will happen in 2020, albeit in...
by Wendy Underwood | Oct 6, 2020
With dozens of unique craft breweries throughout the city, there are a lot of great places to raise a pint. While we couldn’t possibly pick a favourite brewery, we’ve picked a “top 3” from our two favourite brewery districts in the city – both within an...
by Wendy Underwood | Sep 29, 2020
October is a lovely time to visit Vancouver: rug up, grab a warm beverage and stroll the waterfront or the parks and enjoy the leaves turning colour. But don’t miss out on the city’s cultural activities while you’re here! There are some ground-breaking art...
by Wendy Underwood | Sep 22, 2020
Leaves turning red, orange, and yellow signal that fall is in full swing and summer is over for another year. But this doesn’t mean Vancouverites or visitors have to stay indoors. Even though the days may be cloudy and the weather cooler, there are a lot of ways to...
by Wendy Underwood | Sep 15, 2020
Sure, we all need a little getaway right now, but maybe your pup could also benefit from a change of scenery. Or perhaps you just don’t have the option of leaving Fido with someone when you’re heading to Vancouver. Either way, The Burrard is a pet-friendly hotel, and...
by Wendy Underwood | Sep 8, 2020
We’ve long been fans of the Vancouver International Film Festival — one of the biggest in North America, and unlike some, actually accessible to us little people. Sure, during a normal year, there are a few galas and the odd celebrity sighting, but this is a festival...
by Wendy Underwood | Sep 1, 2020
September traditionally marks the start of the arts and culture season, and this year is no different. Except, of course, it’s very different! The city’s festivals have adjusted to the current situation to keep us safe and healthy, while still providing us with the...
by Wendy Underwood | Aug 25, 2020
You might already know this, but if you’re looking for the best deal for your Vancouver stay, you’ll always find it on The Burrard’s own website. Whether you’re just making a room reservation, or booking a vacation package, we work hard to make sure that you’ll get...
by Wendy Underwood | Aug 18, 2020
With a bit of a hippy reputation in its past, everyone used to laugh at Vancouver’s wide selection of vegetarian restaurants. But now that all the cool kids are eating a plant-based diet, they’re not laughing at us anymore! In fact, whether you’re committed to eating...
