Vancouver
Vancouver
Vancouver is one of the largest cities in Canada, with such a vibrant culture that there is no shortage of things to do in this urban paradise. Vancouver has the lucky position of being in one of the most beautiful and diverse locations in Canada, if not the world.
Recently, best known as the host city for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, Vancouver unquestionably put on an impressive display of sporting competition, international unity and friendly hospitality, not to mention a kick-up-your-heels party like no other. Incredible sporting achievements, celebrations, concerts and unforgettable people provided 17 days of excitement and fun!
Whistler Mountain is best known as having the greatest vertical-rise skiing in North America, and the resort at Whistler/Blackcomb was made doubly famous during the Olympic games as many of the skiing, snowboarding and luge/bobsleigh events were held in this picturesque mountain village.
Kids of all ages find discoveries at attractions such as Science World and CN IMAX Theatre, meandering walks on the beaches bordering English Bay or along the seawall to the world-famous Stanley Park. The Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre offers a journey to witness creatures of the deep. Or explore dizzying heights at one of the country's highest suspension bridges across a scenic river valley at Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park. To top it all off, the gondola at Grouse Mountain provides a spectacular view of this stunning city.
Vancouver has one of the best transit systems in Canada, as well as thoughtfully planned cycling paths throughout most of the city, so renting or borrowing a bike is a fun and effective way to see the sights. However, walking in Vancouver is probably one of the most pleasurable ways to get around, as there are so many things to see all within walking distance of one another from the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden to the Vancouver Art Gallery, and from heritage sites in Gastown and Chinatown to the Granville Island Public Market and Canada Place. A lively city filled with world-class restaurants, vibrant nightlife, the Vancouver Symphony and Ballet BC, plus shopping indulgence in the 470 stores at Metrotown or in exclusive boutiques.
Vancouver offers a diverse choice of public and private golf courses throughout the Lower Mainland. There's a course for every skill level and for every price range. Lush greens and meandering fairwarys set against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean, unspoiled sandy beaches, rugged West Coast Mountains, wide open spaces or majestic rainforest sometimes all on one course!
Recently, best known as the host city for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, Vancouver unquestionably put on an impressive display of sporting competition, international unity and friendly hospitality, not to mention a kick-up-your-heels party like no other. Incredible sporting achievements, celebrations, concerts and unforgettable people provided 17 days of excitement and fun!
Whistler Mountain is best known as having the greatest vertical-rise skiing in North America, and the resort at Whistler/Blackcomb was made doubly famous during the Olympic games as many of the skiing, snowboarding and luge/bobsleigh events were held in this picturesque mountain village.
Kids of all ages find discoveries at attractions such as Science World and CN IMAX Theatre, meandering walks on the beaches bordering English Bay or along the seawall to the world-famous Stanley Park. The Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre offers a journey to witness creatures of the deep. Or explore dizzying heights at one of the country's highest suspension bridges across a scenic river valley at Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park. To top it all off, the gondola at Grouse Mountain provides a spectacular view of this stunning city.
Vancouver has one of the best transit systems in Canada, as well as thoughtfully planned cycling paths throughout most of the city, so renting or borrowing a bike is a fun and effective way to see the sights. However, walking in Vancouver is probably one of the most pleasurable ways to get around, as there are so many things to see all within walking distance of one another from the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden to the Vancouver Art Gallery, and from heritage sites in Gastown and Chinatown to the Granville Island Public Market and Canada Place. A lively city filled with world-class restaurants, vibrant nightlife, the Vancouver Symphony and Ballet BC, plus shopping indulgence in the 470 stores at Metrotown or in exclusive boutiques.
Vancouver offers a diverse choice of public and private golf courses throughout the Lower Mainland. There's a course for every skill level and for every price range. Lush greens and meandering fairwarys set against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean, unspoiled sandy beaches, rugged West Coast Mountains, wide open spaces or majestic rainforest sometimes all on one course!
Photo credit: Dave O.
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