Places Archives – Living Hollis Style

Slow Mornings, Cozy Pajamas & a Little Vancouver Magic

Some trips are packed with sightseeing, restaurant reservations, and busy schedules. Others invite you to slow down, breathe deeply, and enjoy life’s simple pleasures. My recent stay at the Wedgewood Hotel & Spa in Vancouver was e...

The Last Rally: A Farewell to the Courts at Uptown

by Jody Hollis | Events, Places

There are some spaces that become more than what they were built for. Over the past two years, the pickleball courts at Uptown became one of those places. What started as a place to rally quickly became something much bigger—a gathering p...

The White Dress That Made Me Slow Down

by Jody Hollis | Places, Style

There’s something timeless about a white dress. It doesn’t need to be loud or overly complicated to make an impression. A beautiful white dress carries a softness and elegance that always feels effortless. And sometimes, the simplest ou...

Botanist Vancouver Experience at Fairmont Pacific Rim

by Jody Hollis | Events, Places

There are birthdays… and then there are moments. The kind you wish you could press pause on, bottle up, and come back to whenever you need a reminder of how good life can feel. This year, mine looked like this: a round table, soft pink li...

Collecting Memories at Sid Dickens Gallery

by Jody Hollis | Events, Places

There are certain birthdays that become more than just a celebration. They become a memory you carry with you forever — and my 55th birthday was exactly that. This year, I chose to celebrate in a way that felt deeply personal and meaningf...