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Sheila Hansen

@SentPackin

Editor and writer for print/digital media. Tweeting travel and lifestyle near and far. Travel Media Association of Canada (TMAC) member.

 Vancouver, British Columbia
Joined May 2012
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Yaaay, number 35! #mybackyard #eastvan #explorevancouver timeout.com/travel/coolest-n…
The 40 coolest neighbourhoods in the world in 2026

The 40 coolest neighbourhoods in the world in 2026

Time Out’s annual ranking has landed. Did your neighbourhood make the cut?

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Wine is the word in my latest piece for Destination BC – award-winning wines paired with memorable experiences. supernaturalbc.com/stories/9… #wine #bcwine #travelwriting #explorebc
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ICYMI: Nope, not gonna let winter get me down! Here's how to do the season right in Parksville Qualicum Beach – my latest for @bcliving: bcliving.ca/travel/bc/how-to… #travelwriter #wintergetaway @ParksvilleQBBC @Tigh_Na_Mara @BeachClubResort
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Nope, not gonna let winter get me down! Here's how to do the season right in Parksville Qualicum Beach – my latest for @bcliving: bcliving.ca/travel/bc/how-to… #travelwriter #wintergetaway @ParksvilleQBBC @Tigh_Na_Mara @BeachClubResort
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Signature cocktail at this week’s @supernaturalbc media event celebrated one of six newly launched destination brands. Rooftop views topped it all off! 🍹😎 #bctourism #destinationbc #theinfinitecoast
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Wildfire views near B.C.’s Allison Pass tonight. The Coquihalla Hwy. is closed so it’s the winding Crowsnest for now. #BCwildfire #BChwy #globalbc #weatherwindow
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Excited to share my first story with Life's Incredible Journey! It arrives just in time for Sun Peaks Resort's Endless Summer DJ festival this weekend, but is packed with ideas for the rest of the season too. lifesincrediblejourney.com/s… @SunPeaksResort #momsongetaway #travelwriting
6 Epic Reasons to Visit Sun Peaks Resort This Summer

6 Epic Reasons to Visit Sun Peaks Resort This Summer

Discover 6 summer experiences at Sun Peaks Resort, from alpine hikes and live concerts to jeep tours, festivals, and pet-friendly escapes.

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Replying to @fabulavancouver
Right, too bad. Good luck this weekend.🤞
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In and out in five minutes at the Croatian Cultural Centre this afternoon. 👍 #cdnpoli #eastvan
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Glimpse of voting lineup at @HillcrestCtr this aft – about 45 minutes, down from over two hours this morning! Who knew a by-election could stir up such a turnout? 🗳️ #lineupandvote #vancouvervotes #vanpoli #vanelxn #vaneln25 @CityHallWchVAN @CityofVancouver
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Whistler Cornucopia gets glitzy! My preview piece for @VacayCanada highlights what to see, where to be at the 28th edition of the annual food and drink celebration: vacay.ca/2024/10/puttin-on-t… #whistlercornucopia #travelwriting #OnlyInWhistler @GoWhistler
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NEW: #Whistler #Cornucopia runs from Nov. 7-17. Here's a preview from @SentPackin vacay.ca/2024/10/puttin-on-t…
Whistler Cornucopia is among Canada’s premier culinary events. Its 2024 edition runs from November 7-17. (Tourism Whistler photo)

ALT Whistler Cornucopia is among Canada’s premier culinary events. Its 2024 edition runs from November 7-17. (Tourism Whistler photo)

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My latest travel story strongly suggests winding down summer with a pint on a patio in pet-friendly Parksville! Find it in the @VancouverSun 👉 vancouversun.com/travel/pint… #petfriendlytravel #dogfriendly #parksville #qualicumbeach
Pints, patios and pampering in pet-friendly Parksville

Pints, patios and pampering in pet-friendly Parksville

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I love that my dentist has an official greeter.
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Replying to @sthomas10 @coast_reporter
Amazing news!👏 So happy for you, Sandra. All the best in your new role. (P.S. Can we come visit? 😁)
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Think #Scottsdale is all about spas, shopping and golf? Not when you have a teen in tow. My latest for @bcliving: bit.ly/42BS0tR #familytravel @ExpScottsdale
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This was really good tonight: @SeasonsInQEPark for @DineOutVanFest. Pics of menu and resto only…go taste for yourself! 😋🍽️
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Good morning, #Scottsdale! View from my balcony at the mid-century modern @HotelValleyHo. 🌞 #travelwriting @ExpScottsdale
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A sweet welcome at @HotelValleyHo today! @ExpScottsdale
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Christmas rolling in at @fairmontscotsdl tonight! @ExpScottsdale #choochoo
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French press coffee, cream and popcorn while I wait for my appointment at #CraftAcademySalon! 😋 💇‍♀️
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