Introduction:
Vancouver is a picturesque west coast seaport situated in the Canadian province of British Columbia. It is one of Canada’s most multicultural areas with the major languages spoken being French and English. Over time Vancouver has become a popular filming location as it’s surrounded by mountains which are snow capped in winter. This has sparked thriving art, theatre and music cultures around the city for everyone to enjoy.
Things to Do and Places to Visit:
Cycling: Everyone in this city seems to ride a bike to work or at least to the train station so become a local and pick up a bike at your nearest rental shop. Among the best places to cycle include Stanley Park and cycling around Vancouver Lake both of which have designated bike paths for you to explore and sight-see.
Ski Grouse Mountain: By just catching a 15 minute bus from downtown, Vancouver's premier attraction offers the perfect destination for a truly rewarding and memorable experience. The iconic Grouse Mountain Super Skyride gives visitors and locals alike the opportunity to see the majestic nature of British Columbia unravel in front of them during the 8 minute ride from the Valley Station to the summit.
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| Grouse Mountain Skiing at Night |
Hiking: Once you see the sparkling waterways, lush rainforests and towering mountains surrounding Vancouver, visible even from downtown, you’re going to be busting to get a closer look at these natural wonders. Hiking is one of the easiest ways to do so, and within a short distance of downtown are plenty of easily accessible hikes to do such as the stroll around Vancouver’s Seawall the Grouse Grind or the Stawamus Chief all of which present viewers with unforgettable experiences.
Place To Eat and What to Try:
Revolving Restaurant at the Top of Vancouver:
This fine continental dining is only a few hundred feet in the air so all can enjoy an unobstructed view of Vancouver, the coastal mountains, and the ocean. The windows are specifically angled for maximum viewing of the city below as the restaurant twirls in the city. A stunning combination of great food and a magical panoramic view what more could you want?
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| Revolving Restaurant |
Edible Canada:
Another iconic Vancouver must offering new Canadian cuisine. This friendly, welcoming restaurant helps you celebrate the best food, wine, beer and spirits from across Canada. The restaurant also features a private dining space, expansive patio and take out window for tasty bites and Salt Spring Coffee to go for those with tight schedules. There is definitely something for all of us at this humble diner.
Fish: Being so close to the sea, Vancouver has fish unparalleled even from the finest of fisheries. Try get your hands on the local specialities like salmon and prepare yourself for seconds as it will be all gone in no time. The perfect fish will depend on the season but if you are feeling adventurous try out the Halibut and Sablefish if you manage to visit during the right season.
Bike Riders: With everyone busy to get to work or just going for a casual ride and not overly large paths that are shared by both biker riders and walkers it is easy to collide or have near misses if one is not paying attention.
The Granville Island Hotel is where to stay as it displays beautiful boutique rooms located on the water's edge of Vancouver's artisian district: Granville Island. With views of the city and rooms from $309 per night why would you not stay here?
Direct flights to Vancouver International Airport from Sydney International are upwards of $2200AUD and rise even further if travelling during peak times of the year.
A beautiful location of the world, with many fun and exciting experiences to be had this place should definitely be on your list of places to travel to. Exceptional food and culture make this place one to remember and a worthy visit however the expensive travel costs make it hard for some. Overall Vancouver is a nice 3/5 stars and is perfect for a quick stay or those with an active lifestyle.
Food to Try:
Fish: Being so close to the sea, Vancouver has fish unparalleled even from the finest of fisheries. Try get your hands on the local specialities like salmon and prepare yourself for seconds as it will be all gone in no time. The perfect fish will depend on the season but if you are feeling adventurous try out the Halibut and Sablefish if you manage to visit during the right season.
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| Sablefish |
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| Halibut |
Things to Look out For:
Bike Riders: With everyone busy to get to work or just going for a casual ride and not overly large paths that are shared by both biker riders and walkers it is easy to collide or have near misses if one is not paying attention.
The Place to Stay:
The Granville Island Hotel is where to stay as it displays beautiful boutique rooms located on the water's edge of Vancouver's artisian district: Granville Island. With views of the city and rooms from $309 per night why would you not stay here?
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| Granville Island Hotel |
Airfare:
Direct flights to Vancouver International Airport from Sydney International are upwards of $2200AUD and rise even further if travelling during peak times of the year.
Overall Opinion:
A beautiful location of the world, with many fun and exciting experiences to be had this place should definitely be on your list of places to travel to. Exceptional food and culture make this place one to remember and a worthy visit however the expensive travel costs make it hard for some. Overall Vancouver is a nice 3/5 stars and is perfect for a quick stay or those with an active lifestyle.
All information sourced from www.tourismvancouver.com/
-Emerson Brown
-Emerson Brown
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