Vancouver, British Columbia
Available Vancouver, British Columbia Vacation Package
Vancouver, British Columbia is a fantastic place to visit year round with welcoming and friendly people, lots of exciting activities both indoors and outdoors, spectacular festivals, great shopping and dining, a diverse and accepting community, mild weather and much more. From lush rain forests and shimmering seas to majestic snow capped mountain ranges, Vancouver is a beautiful city that offers something for everyone.
If you like to ski, you can take an unforgettable 3-hour train ride to the Whistler Ski Resort. Along the way, see cascading waterfalls and breathtaking canyons from the comfort of your seat. For a thrilling adventure and an amazing view, take a walk across the Capilano Suspension Bridge, stretching 450 feet across and 230 feet above the Capilano River. Then, breathe in the crisp fresh air as you cross from one Douglas Fir Tree to another in a series of seven bridges suspended high above the forest floor.
There's also an abundance of water sports, including harbor cruises, marine sightseeing, whale watching expeditions and much more. The wilderness of Vancouver is splashed with color in every season, from fragrant blossoms in spring and fiery foliage in the fall to hellebores, witchhazels and viburnums at the VanDusen Botanical Garden in the winter. A great place to visit in rain or shine is the Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Garden, with beautiful vistas visible from sheltered walkways.
Those looking for indoor activities can explore the city's rich history at the Vancouver Museum, browse the exhibits at the Vancouver Art Museum, laugh at the hilarious and slightly cheeky comedy at the Giggle Dam Dinner Theatre, or shop at the gigantic Metropolis at Metrotown with over 450 stores and restaurants. The Vancouver Aquarium is another great place to visit, with over 70,000 animals that you can see up close, including sea lions, dolphins, whales, seals and many more.
Vancouver is home to the largest gay population in Western Canada, the community being centered around two distinctly different neighborhoods - West End and Commercial Drive. West End is a residential neighborhood in downtown with a mix of retirees, immigrants, urban youth and gay residents. Davie Street, known as Davie Village, features casual eateries, pubs, cafés, nightclubs and shops offering sleek house wares and designer clothing. The English Bay and its beautiful beaches are but one of the popular attractions located in West End. Commercial Drive is a popular neighborhood for Vancouver's lesbian community and is packed with cafés, shops, services and restaurants.