Monthly Archives: January 2010

Kla-how-ya: Pan Pacific Kicks Off Aboriginal Village With 12 Meter Canoe

Posted on January 27, 2010

Yesterday afternoon the Pan Pacific Hotel welcomed the Aboriginal Tourism Association of British Columbia into its hotel with a stunning cultural display. The event was open to the media and special guests (which is how I was invited). From February … Continue reading →

Posted in 2010 Games, Events | Tagged 2010 Games, aboriginal, Events, First Nations, Free! | 1 Comment

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The Ultimate Guide to Free Vancouver 2010 Games Events

Posted on January 25, 2010

The 2010 Games are coming this February to Vancouver and much of the talk has surrounded the costs associated with the games. Whether it be increased cab rates and club entry fees, to scalpers selling hockey tickets at over $1,000 … Continue reading →

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Meet Natalia Mihai: Torch Bearer For The 2010 Games

Posted on January 22, 2010

Photo: jp1958 With the Olympic kickoff less than a month away, Vancouver remains busy (and buzzing) as it prepares for opening day of the 2010 Winter Games on February 12th. With organizing committees scrambling to make the deadline, there are … Continue reading →

Posted in 2010 Games, Uncategorized | Tagged 2010 Games, Events, Torch Relay, Vanoc | 2 Comments

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A New Beginning

Posted on January 19, 2010

Photo: Pan Pacific Welcome to the new blog Room With A View!  This is my first week at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Vancouver and I have been blessed with the fortunate position to capture some of the amazing events … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Day Polar Bear Swim

Posted on January 4, 2010

Photo: Margarita Banting Every January 1 in Vancouver, the Vancouver Polar Bear Swim Club leads a crowd of thousands into the chilly winter waters off English Bay Beach. Costumes encouraged! To take the plunge, register in front of the English … Continue reading →

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26,000 Toys Collected at 2009 Pan Pacific Christmas Wish Breakfast

Posted on January 2, 2010

Photo: oxan@ The Pan Pacific hotel lobby was a scene of festive chaos this morning as an estimated 7,000 people took part in the annual Pan Pacific Christmas Wish Breakfast. Now in its 22nd year, the event brought in 26,000 … Continue reading →

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