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[Traum]

Originally Posted by underscore

Also on a side note I've been to Isami Sushi before but if there's an even better place for Japanese takeout within a block of Metrotown lmk.

Sushi Aji on Kingsway near 41st is my go-to nowadays since Sushi Garden at Metrotown closed down. You can order their takeouts online too. (But they also have dine in.)

https://sushiajivancouver.com/

[CivicBlues]

Originally Posted by bcrdukes

I have a prospective host organization who is based in Miami for my research project. If things materialize, I may need to do some site visits. My preference is NOT to go if I can avoid it because US CBP, ICE, CIA, FBI, Secret Service etc. absolutely dislike academic-related travel the most.

Here you go. Research credit please :
https://www.yelp.com/search?find_des...oc=Miami%2C+FL

[bcrdukes]

US CBP - "What is the reason for this visit?"
bcrdukes - "Here - look at this thread."
US CBP - "Go directly to jail."

[EvoFire]

Originally Posted by underscore

On a more local travel note, can anyone suggest a basic lunch restaurant at least somewhat between Metrotown and Science World that is decent for young kids (ie pasta, pizza, etc). Bonus points if you know if they have egg-free pasta. White Spot is no good, Boston Pizza is a maybe, Spaghetti Factory is a little further than I want to go.

I know chains suck but I'm going for convenience over quality here.

Also on a side note I've been to Isami Sushi before but if there's an even better place for Japanese takeout within a block of Metrotown lmk.

Is there some cuisine you are looking for in particular?

Green Leaf Sushi on Kingsway is pretty kid friendly.
Pur and Simple on Kingsway and Broadway or Station Square are decent

We live going to Maxims in Chinatown after a trip to Science World in the morning. Their restaurant is very old school HK cafe

We've hit up Canffle a few times on weekdays and they aren't busy. I have no idea about weekends
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mk2Q3NeKky6HT6U86

Also Hapag for Filipino food cause it's cheap and easy (saucy rice, meats)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/K8vUm9dsosZtNrV79

[EvoFire]

https://www.facebook.com/reel/718497841065194

This one is for Hobz

[supafamous]

Originally Posted by EvoFire

Pur and Simple on Kingsway and Broadway or Station Square are decent

+1 to Pur and Simple. It's not the best breakfast/lunch BUT the servings are big and the carbs are very kid friendly - chocolate chip pancakes type of things. The kids meal is enormous but we skip it as my wife and I just share with the kid.

Another option I forgot to mention is Dumpling King near the Safeway on Kingsway. The scallion oil noodle is delicious and kid friendly as are the dumplings. The waitress (owner?) is kid friendly especially if you speak Cantonese.

[winson604]

Who do you guys usually use for travel insurance? I think most of us never actually have to use it even if we buy it so perhaps most of us don't have any experience but just curious anyway need to get some for an upcoming trip. I think I usually just go through BCAA or Bluecross but heard World Nomads may be a good option too?

[Badhobz]

I got it though my credit card and work. If you get a high end credit card they often give you 30-60 days of medical travel insurance up to a few million bucks. Just don’t be over 65 cuz they stop coverage for geezers.

[pastarocket]

FYI:

https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/security-incident-yvr


A large police presence was spotted on the runway at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) this afternoon as a temporary ground stop was ordered due to a security incident.


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Apparent stolen aircraft from protestor doing un authorised circuits at YVR airport which caused the delays.


-dumbass protester stole a Cessna for a joy ride on the north side of a runway.

According to a YVR spokesperson, a security incident took place at the airport shortly after 1:30 p.m. this afternoon, involving a small private aircraft in the airspace near YVR.

This prompted a temporary ground stop for arriving aircraft, and RCMP responded.

The aircraft landed safely, and officers took the lone occupant into custody.

[bcrdukes]

Originally Posted by winson604

Who do you guys usually use for travel insurance? I think most of us never actually have to use it even if we buy it so perhaps most of us don't have any experience but just curious anyway need to get some for an upcoming trip. I think I usually just go through BCAA or Bluecross but heard World Nomads may be a good option too?

We recently cross shopped around and found TD Travel Insurance come out on top in terms of cost and overall coverage. I would encourage you to do your due diligence and find what works best for you.

[GLOW]

Originally Posted by winson604

Who do you guys usually use for travel insurance? I think most of us never actually have to use it even if we buy it so perhaps most of us don't have any experience but just curious anyway need to get some for an upcoming trip. I think I usually just go through BCAA or Bluecross but heard World Nomads may be a good option too?

doesn't your work have travel insurance as a benefit?
if you're buying in addition to, take care of overlapping coverages where both providers will refuse to pay and point to the other company.

i recall at my last job the insurance guy did a presentation on our work benefits and the agent warned us of this & make sure if we're buying to ensure it's lined up and not conflicting.

[mikemhg]

^Glow is right.

Check your coverage with your employer coverage, you likely have a minimum of 60 days out of country travel coverage with up to $1-2 million at least.

Buying more coverage is simply a waste of money.

[Hondaracer]

If you have sun life or Canada life extended typically they have good coverage

Premium credit cards as Hobz said (Amex reserve ftw) have very good coverage as well, however, in order for a spouse to have the same coverage you typically need that person to hold a companion card.

When we went to Europe for 4 months we purchased additional coverage through BCAA and for two people under 40 it was like $300 for 4 months, nothing for full bumper to bumper type coverage health wise

[Eff-1]

For swag, this may not be the most exciting, but you can never go wrong with a high end quality umbrella. People keep those forever and ever.

[roastpuff]

Originally Posted by winson604

Who do you guys usually use for travel insurance? I think most of us never actually have to use it even if we buy it so perhaps most of us don't have any experience but just curious anyway need to get some for an upcoming trip. I think I usually just go through BCAA or Bluecross but heard World Nomads may be a good option too?

Went with PBC because it basically stacked with what we get from work, and no fuss coordination of benefits.

[winson604]

Originally Posted by GLOW

doesn't your work have travel insurance as a benefit?
if you're buying in addition to, take care of overlapping coverages where both providers will refuse to pay and point to the other company.

i recall at my last job the insurance guy did a presentation on our work benefits and the agent warned us of this & make sure if we're buying to ensure it's lined up and not conflicting.

Yea the first payer clause i remember watching a news segment once where a couple got into a serious incident and it costed them hundreds of thousands of dollars. Their work benefit like many had something like a million lifetime which sounds like a ton and for the majority of it it's plenty. The couple already had health issues so they use thousands monthly via benefits on drugs and the incident basically wiped out their benefits.

[unit]

Originally Posted by Eff-1

For swag, this may not be the most exciting, but you can never go wrong with a high end quality umbrella. People keep those forever and ever.

bro do you even vancouver? we wear $800 goretex jackets here that were meant for mountaineering.

[bcrdukes]

He's North Van now.

[unit]

then doubly so on the goretex! the birthplace of arcteryx

[Badhobz]

Originally Posted by unit

bro do you even vancouver? we wear $800 goretex jackets here that were meant for mountaineering.

I wear mine to tnt. It’s good at keeping me dry from car to tnt entrance

[bcrdukes]

Originally Posted by Badhobz

I wear mine to tnt. It’s good at keeping me dry from car to tnt entrance

Not Costco/Kirkland? You whore!

[Badhobz]

Costco swag is too precious to wear to tnt. That place is trash.

[bcrdukes]

Reason Justified!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[yray]

lol was at the outlet last weekend on dollarton

mainland lady was decked out in arcteryx from head to toe in black in 30c heat

[bcrdukes]

Originally Posted by yray

lol was at the outlet last weekend on dollarton

mainland lady was decked out in arcteryx from head to toe in black in 30c heat