Travel Tuesday - Watermark Beach Resort, Osoyoos, BC

I love being a tourist in my own city or province and so does Vancity Girlfriend Carolyn.  Perhaps the fact that her family lives in British Columbia gives her an excuse to stop and explore some new towns in BC.  This summer Carolyn and her family stopped by Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos, BC on her summer holiday.  

Now I know that Watermark Beach Resort is not Iberostar in Mexico, but let's take a look at the Vancity Girlfriends Watermark Beach Resort vlog to see the spacious one bedroom suite, lakeview and resort pool.  The resort room had a balcony and it looks like Toby gives it a two thumbs up.  

They only stayed one night but the in-suite laundry and full kitchen makes it comfortable for a longer stay for sure.  

Find out more about the resort here:  https://www.watermarkbeachresort.com/

We had another friend who ended up at the Watermark Beach Resort for her Yoga and Wine Holidays and that's now on my wish list.  It's a two in one where you can stay the at the resort and have it all packaged up with yoga.   

Vancouver Park - Vancouver River District

Walking and exploring new parks in Vancouver is a beautiful way to enjoy new scenery and spend time with friends.  The River District is in South Vancouver and along the Fraser River.  It is quiet and peaceful and lovely to stroll through.  There was a pier that we walked along so I could take these scenic photos below.  I love being a tourist in my own town in Vancouver and seeing what the Vancouver Parks have to offer including bird watching.  Take a look to see what the River District has to offer.    

Travel Tuesday - Melia Peninsula Varadero in Cuba

Vancity Girlfriend Carolyn went to Cuba with her family and I thought it would be great to interview her about her international travel experience.  I've never been to Cuba, only Mexico, so it is nice to hear about Cuba to see if it is a place I would want to explore.  She stayed at Melia Peninsula Resort in Varadero Cuba.  

What was the best part about Cuba?

It was our first official family vacation.  The weather, beaches and original Cuban culture. 

What is the Cuban culture like?

It is like going back in time to 1950s.  There is no technology, no debit machines, no brand names.  They have old cars.  There is a Cuban artwork and street performers as a part of the culture.  

Was the Melia Peninsula Resort kid-friendly?

My son Toby liked the kids pool.  It was a resort pool dedicated to children with a waterslide, water castle and more.  They also have a Kids Club where they have babysitting service and a BBQ food in the kids area.  

Do you have any tips for people traveling to Cuba?

With your money bring Canadian money to exchange to Cuban dollars when you arrive, but don't forget to exchange the Cuban dollars back to Canadian before you leave Cuba.  In Canada the money exchanges do not take Cuban dollars.

Which do you prefer, Cuba or Mexico, and why?

Mexico for sure.  It has friendlier and better customer service.

Check out the video on our channel of the Melia Peninsula Resort in Cuba.  




For those who are curious about Mexico, you can read more on our previous post where I interviewed her about her Mexican vacation:  Iberostar Playa Mita