139 – Visit Vancouver – Skiing Vacation and Winter Olympics
January 23, 2010 in Canada
With the 2010 Winter Olympics creeping up fast, Vancouver is coming under the spotlight as a winter vacation destination: especially for the powderheads looking to ski and snowboard. We know you’re out there!
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This week we interview world Ski Cross champion Ashleigh McIvor about the Winter Olympics in Vancouver, British Columbia, independent travel in BC, and her local’s advice for the ski resorts and restaurants.
The 2010 Games seem a perfect time to visit Vancouver, so Ashleigh also talks about how you can win exclusive access to one of thirteen of British Columbia’s ski resorts for you and nineteen friends. That’s five days of luxury living and lift access after the Vancouver Olympic Games end.
Ashleigh at the Cypress Games 2009
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Craig and Linda Martin have been living on the road since February 2006. Both born and raised in Auckland, New Zealand they are ... somewhere in the world! Craig and Linda host the Indie Travel Podcast - you can get in touch with them here.
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Sonya said on January 24, 2010
Great post! British Columbia in Canada is one of the most beautiful places. It’s wonderful one of your readers and their friends will have a chance to experience it.
David Brodie said on January 25, 2010
Great interview Craig – I hope you guys make it over to Vancouver sometime soon so I can show you around.
Cheers,
David
Craig and Linda said on January 25, 2010
Cheers, David. We look forward to it too!
Ariel said on July 1, 2010
I enjoy reading articles from your travels and meetings with interesting and genuine people. The Vancouver Olympics are going to be another fantastic event.
Mr Samui said on July 13, 2010
The photograph of Ashley is just gorgeous. It is inspiring and provides a joy that occurs with absolute elation and success.