The sun’s dipping a little earlier, and there’s a soft golden glow in the air—it must be the tail end of summer in Vancouver. English Bay Beach is still buzzing with life: laughter from families building sandcastles, the gentle splash of paddleboarders cutting through calm water, and the echo of footsteps along the Seawall. It’s that sweet moment when everything seems to slow down just enough for you to breathe in the warmth.These are the days we’ve been waiting for all year:
- soaks in the salty air,
- sunsets that light up the sky with magenta and gold,
- spontaneous picnics (bonus points if they involve lemonade or something cool and fruity),
- and those last beach walks when the water tickles your toes, even if it’s a bit brisk.
English Bay has a way of reminding us how good summer is—how it’s not just about sunshine, but about moments. The salty breeze. The soft sand. The people-watching. The shared joy of not rushing anywhere.So, let’s pause. Let’s run barefoot one more time. Let’s soak up the fading warmth and promise ourselves we’ll chase this feeling well into autumn. Because summer may be winding down, but its magic lingers at English Bay—and in our hearts.
