Raxana Sun

Featured in: Favicon

dailyhive.com

Articles

I tried parasailing at Cultus Lake and here's my honest review

Jul 2, 2024 | dailyhive.com | Raxana Sun

Suspended 500 meters above Cultus Lake, my feet dangled in mid-air as I held on for dear life while parasailing for the first time. Watching the rope from the boat grow longer and the distance between me and the captain widen, I was torn between anxiety and awe. Kicking off summer with a trip to Cultus Lake is my favourite tradition â€” soaking up the sun, jumping into the water off the pier, and this year, adding an exhilarating aerial twist to the mix: parasailing.
Red eyes after swimming at the pool? It's actually pee, not chlorine

Jun 28, 2024 | dailyhive.com | Raxana Sun

While chlorine has long been blamed for the discolouration in peopleâ€™s eyes after a swim, we asked an expert to tell us whatâ€™s really going on. According to Timothy Millard, Fraser Healthâ€™s manager of environmental health, the redness in your eyes after swimming is actually caused by everything else in the water that chlorine goes in to kill. Millard explained that the ammonia in urine and human sweat reacts with chlorine to form chloramine.
What's closed this Canada Day in Vancouver

Jun 28, 2024 | dailyhive.com | Raxana Sun

Canada Day in Vancouver is filled with plenty of fun activities to do with friends and family, but like every holiday, some things will be closed. If youâ€™re planning any events this long weekend, itâ€™s wise to stay current on whatâ€™s open and closed. Should you need some last-minute supplies, keep in mind these spots are closed on Monday, July 1.
How to charter a BC Ferries vessel and embrace the ocean vibes

Jun 24, 2024 | dailyhive.com | Raxana Sun

Did you know BC Ferries offers the opportunity to charter one of its vessels for you and your many, many friends? Reet Sidhu, senior communications advisor for BC Ferries, told Daily Hive that they offer easy requests for either a small or large vessel for hourly rentals, opening up a world of possibilities for unique events. According to BC Ferries, rentals are only available outside peak travel season and are subject to crew and vessel availability.
This spot near Vancouver could be the hottest place in BC today

Jun 20, 2024 | dailyhive.com | Raxana Sun

Summer is making a grand entrance in BC, and we are feeling the heat! The summer solstice officially arrives at 1:51 pm PT and the weather forecast shows the new season kicking off with a punch of heat. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), the hottest spot in BC as we close out the spring season Thursday is Cultus Lake Provincial Park, located southwest of Chilliwack.
Vancouver's underground music scene thrives in DIY spaces

Jun 15, 2024 | dailyhive.com | Raxana Sun

Underneath the bustling streets of Vancouver, thereâ€™s a hidden heartbeat to the city â€” an eclipsed rhythm that pulses through skateparks, laundromats, and tiny, dimly lit backrooms. On a recent Saturday night, a guitar riff drowned out the faint hum of cars passing as a local punk band turned a neighbourhood music studio into an impromptu concert hall. The crowd, a mosaic of electric faces, swayed and shouted along, crammed into the small DIY space.
New boozy pop-up concession opens at Kitsilano Beach

Jun 14, 2024 | dailyhive.com | Raxana Sun

FoodNewsBoozeSummerFood NewsCuratedOutdoorsSummer just got a little cooler at Kitsilano Beach thanks to Vancouver Park Board’s latest pop-up patio and alcohol service. There’s nothing quite like cracking open a cold one at the beach, and this new addition promises a laidback and fun experience at one of the city’s favourite beaches.
7 road trip destinations close to Vancouver this summer

Jun 14, 2024 | dailyhive.com | Raxana Sun

Taking a big vacation isn’t always the most financially feasible option, especially with our rising cost of living, and getting time off can be challenging. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the comforts of a holiday close to home. Living in a coastal city like Vancouver has some beautiful benefits that you should take advantage of. The city is fortunate to have easy access to stunning natural landscapes, diverse outdoor activities, and charming nearby destinations perfect for quick getaways.
Dog runs 6 km to get owner help after horrific crash

Jun 11, 2024 | dailyhive.com | Raxana Sun

Dogs aren’t just pets; sometimes, they’re heroes too. Take Blue, for example, the determined dog who became a hero after running six kilometres to save his owner, Brandon Garrett, who was stranded overnight following a serious car crash in Oregon on June 2. According to a statement from the Baker County Sheriff’s Office, Garrett had been travelling north on US Forest Service Road 39 with his four dogs when his vehicle plunged into a ravine.
These gorgeous BC national parks are free to newcomers

Jun 11, 2024 | dailyhive.com | Raxana Sun

British Columbia is home to some of the most stunning national parks, and newcomers to Canada get to enjoy them for free. Through Canoo, a mobile app, newcomers to Canada and new Canadian citizens can take advantage of free admission to all places administered by Parks Canada for one full year. Specifically, this benefit is available to permanent resident cardholders, citizenship certificate holders, and international students.