When Kerrisdale’s Cyclone Taylor Arena opened its doors 75 years ago, nobody suspected it would play host to some of the biggest names in rock ‘n’ roll. Even today, it seems hard to imagine that the ...

Vancouver’s trio of Fairmont hotels proves you can never have too much of a good thing. The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, affectionately called the Castle in the City, delivers old-school glamour with its ...

Chinatown and Strathcona are vibrant hubs for last-minute holiday shopping, offering a unique mix of traditional charm and ...

Dealing with dry skin can be challenging and unpleasant, particularly in the colder seasons. Moisturizers can offer some relief, but occasionally your skin requires an additional hydration boost ...

Sounds Good is a monthly roundtable where we ask Straight staff what their ears are plugged into. We’ve got a pretty diverse set of tastes, so there’s absolutely no cohesion here: just good vibes. And ...

The Labyrinth of Light continues this tradition, creating a serene and contemplative space using over 600 pure beeswax ...

Going through pregnancy is an incredible experience, but it can also pose certain challenges. Skin care management can become a hurdle during this time due to hormonal fluctuations that lead to ...

The Wedgewood Hotel & Spa turned big 4-0 this year, meaning it’s officially old enough to regale us with tales of its glamorous past. The boutique luxury property—which became part of the ...

Portugal seems to be the popular travel choice as of late, but there’s good reason for it. Start in Lisbon, head to Porto, ...

Get the best of Vancouver in your inbox, every Tuesday and Thursday. Sign up for our free newsletter. It’s the last weekend before Christmas (AKA: your final chance to snag those perfect holiday gifts ...

Foundation is returning for its thirteenth edition, called Open Radius, over the 2025 May long weekend. Taking over the PNE Centre Grounds, the electronic music festival is being headlined by John ...

Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Train will not, in fact, be jingling all the way. Yes, despite Taylor Swift-level competition to get tickets for the tiny train, most people are going to be unable to ...