Sloquet Hot Springs: Fraser Valley

Overview:
Sloquet Hot Springs is a wonderfully wild set of shallow, man-made pools fed by a small, all natural, and very hot, waterfall.  The pools stretch from the waterfall to the large and crashing Sloquet River. The large, spread out campsite for the hot springs lies a short 5 minute walk from the springs.

Thoughts:

A great spot for relaxing and very scenic. It was very busy on the summer weekend and the campground was quite full.

A bit of a drive in as it is about 3hrs from Pemberton on gravel roads or 3hrs from Harrison on a gravel road that requires 4 wheel drive in sections.

The springs are in a natural setting broken up into multiple pools each getting gradually cooler towards the Sloquet river.

About 20 sites for camping and most can hold multiple tents and even a small trailer if you want to tow one in on the gravel roads. There is a $15 fee to camp and a $5 day use fee if the attendant is there to collect (apparently mainly on weekends and during the summer months).

Aside from the long drive in it is a great spot to go and I would definitely head back that way. I probably would not come up from Harrison though but rather just spend the extra time to drive down from Pemberton.

Pros:
Very nice setting and very clean.

Cons:
A pretty long drive down a bumpy gravel road, day use and overnight fees

Contact Information:
Cultus Lake Park
4165 Columbia Valley Highway
Cultus Lake Park, BC V2R 5B5

Website: http://whistlerhiatus.com/driving/sloquet-hot-springs-126k.html

Skaha Lake Park: Penticton

Overview:
This beautiful park offers outdoor fun for everyone! Located at the south end of Penticton, this 21 acre park offers a variety of year round recreational opportunities. Skaha Lake Park includes one of BC's most beautiful sandy beaches; the red sand beach is great for sunbathing & wading in the warm waters of Skaha Lake.

Thoughts:
A nice lake in the summer with plenty to do. A spray park for the kids, small concession and of course a sandy beach. Boat rentals and a slide offer some water fun as well. The lake is nice and warm in the summer because of the size and can get quite busy.

There is a very large parking lot and plenty of space on the beach or grass for everyone.

Pros:
Warm waters and plenty of things to do to keep you busy for the day.

Cons:
Swimming area can be quite crowded as it can be a bit short in areas because of a drop off.

Contact Information:
Phone: 250-490-2426

Website: http://www.penticton.ca/EN/main/community/parks-trails-beaches/parks/skaha-lake-park.html

Bentei Sushi: Burnaby

Thoughts:

Super friendly service and very quick. The prices are also on the lower end which is good for the quality of the food. The rolls were decent size and the rice and roll contents were very good but the seaweed wrap was a bit chewy.

The restaurant was a little unsettling from the outside and the inside looks like an old diner but very clean.

Pros:

Other than the seaweed the food was good and the prices were even better.

Cons:

Chewy seaweed on the wraps and looks a little rough. 

Contact Info:

#5-5901 E. Broadway St.,
Burnaby, BC
V5B 2Y1

Phone: 604.291.0080

Website: http://www.benteisushiburnaby.com/

Gaya Sushi: Burnaby

Thoughts:

Small place with limited parking but quite a few seats.  Very busy at lunch and had to wait a fair bit of time to even be seated.

Nice decor and very clean looking.

Pros:

Lots of seating and better location is decent for people in the area. 

Cons:

Small parking lot and food was just ok 

Contact Info:

105 - 2900 Bainbridge Ave
Burnaby,  B.C.
V5A 2S8

Phone: 604.368.0086

Chettinad Dosa Palace: Burnaby

Overview:

Exquisite Menu and Ambience is a matter of pride. They serve both South and North Indian cuisine and have more than 25 varities of dosa to choose from.

Thoughts:
Very busy and small area. Quite a bit of group seating though. The outside does not look like much and doesn't get too much better. The service was quick but it took a bit to get the food after ordering. Probably because of the number of patrons.

The prices were not cheap and not too expensive.  More like high mid range.

Pros:

Good food and welcoming atmosphere. 

Cons:

Terrible parking lot and small interior.

Contact Info:

5081 Canada Way
Burnaby, BC
V5E 3N1

Phone: 604-544-1561

Website: http://chettinaddosapalace.ca/

Sushi Garden: Burnaby

Overview:
With lineups during lunch and dinner most days, Sushi Garden on Lougheed Highway next to Staples is a very busy restaurant. They serve delicious sushi with a good selection of rolls, nigiri, and sashimi.

Thoughts: 

Nice open space and very modern decor. Great food at a very good price. Friendly staff and a good menu selection. It gets very busy there though so try to avoid standard lunch and dinner times in order to eat within a reasonable time frame.

Pros:

Great food and good prices.

Cons:

Usually very busy and could take some time to get a table and your food.

Contact Info:

4269 Lougheed Hwy,
Burnaby, BC
V5C 3Y6

Phone: 604.294.0104