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Inside Background
Health & Safety 
Safe Vancouver? Greater Vancouver has a very large population.  The downtown...
Last edited: January 29, 2008
History 
 While most North American histories begin with European settlement, it is...
Last edited: August 02, 2006
Neighborhoods 
  The Village at Park Royal  The Village at Park Royal is situated in...
Last edited: March 17, 2008
Recommended Reading 
Vancouver, by David Cruise and Alison Griffith, is a big (800+ pages) novel...
Last edited: August 25, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
The official website for city of Vancouver tourism is www.tourismvancou... You...
Last edited: April 17, 2007
Weather & When to Go 
At any time of the year, Vancouver is sure to surprise and delight. Here's a...
Last edited: May 19, 2008
2010 Olympics 
From February 12 to February 28, 2010, Vancouver will host the Olympic Winter...
Last edited: July 07, 2008
Location 
Vancouver is located on the mainland of North America, in the south west corner...
Last edited: June 09, 2006
Photo Album 
This is a link to some photos of Vancouver. Vancouver Pictures  More Vancouver...
Last edited: April 05, 2007
Special Needs Travelers 
Vancouver enjoys a reputation as being one of the most accessible cities in the...
Last edited: June 09, 2006
Travel Tips 
Key Travel Information for ALL Visitors This is a link to useful information...
Last edited: January 29, 2007
What Affects the Weather 
There are two major aspects to the weather in Vancouver - the seasonality and...
Last edited: June 12, 2006
Why Vancouver? 
Vancouver was voted the "Best City in the Americas" for 2004 and 2005 by Condé...
Last edited: June 09, 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Commercial Airlines Vancouver International Airport (YVR), which is located in...
Last edited: January 09, 2008
Getting Around 
Some of the features that give Vancouver its natural beauty also create...
Last edited: January 27, 2007
Public Transportation 
Vancouver’s public transportation is managed by TransLink , the Greater...
Last edited: January 24, 2007
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Some locals warn against renting a car for touring in Vancouver, their...
Last edited: December 09, 2006
Getting from Vancouver to Victoria 
If you’re visiting Vancouver and have the time, a trip to Victoria, on...
Last edited: April 24, 2008
Getting to the Canadian Rockies 
Vancouver often is used as an entry and/or exit point for the Canadian...
Last edited: August 14, 2007
Maps 
Interactive maps of downtown Vancouver and the Greater Vancouver area are...
Last edited: January 24, 2007
Vancouver to Seattle Options 
One option is the Quick Shuttle from Vancouver to Seattle. You may not find it...
Last edited: May 29, 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
From the Polar Bear Swim on January 1 to the Festival of Lights in late...
Last edited: January 24, 2007
Family Travel 
Vancouver is a perfect town for family travel. There are plenty of parks, and...
Last edited: December 19, 2007
Off the Beaten Path 
Stanley Park, Granville Island, Chinatown, Gastown, and perhaps even Capilano...
Last edited: September 21, 2007
The Performing Arts 
Vancouver has a long history of supporting all areas of the Performing Arts...
Last edited: June 09, 2006
Shopping 
Vancouver is home to some world-class shopping opportunities. While a lot of...
Last edited: November 04, 2007
Sports & Activities 
Vancouver's mild climate allows for many outdoor activities.    The Stanley...
Last edited: June 18, 2008
Beaches 
If you’re visiting Vancouver in the summertime, a visit to one (or several...
Last edited: August 05, 2006
City of Summer Festivals 
An exciting lineup of summer festivals awaits Vancouver's culture seekers this...
Last edited: February 08, 2007
Day Trips by Car 
Sea to Sky Highway The Sea to Sky Highway (Hwy #99) is a gorgeous drive. It's...
Last edited: September 03, 2006
Gardens of Greater Vancouver 
There are many beautiful gardens in Greater Vancouver. (This article will need...
Last edited: June 18, 2008
Gay-friendly Vancouver 
GAY VANCOUVER  The largest gay population in Western Canada lives in this...
Last edited: June 01, 2008
Planes, Trains and Ships: Vancouver 
I've always thought it would be fun to travel with a son who was at that age...
Last edited: September 13, 2006
Rainy Day Activities in Vancouver 
Let's be honest - it is, after all, a coastal temperate rain forest. It doesn't...
Last edited: June 04, 2008
Suggested Itineraries for Vancouver 
Planning Because of Vancouver's geographical layout -- with Burrard Inlet...
Last edited: June 05, 2008
Architectural Institute of British Columbia Walking Tour 
The Architectural Institute of British Columbia offers six different...
Last edited: August 05, 2006
Stanley Park 
Stanley Park is operated by the city of Vancouver and is a jewel in the city...
Last edited: June 22, 2008
The Drive 
Commercial Drive is not only a unique neighbourhood in Vancouver, but it's...
Last edited: August 07, 2007
Vancouver Museum 
This is a great little museum to spend the afternoon in.  The Vancouver history...
Last edited: March 23, 2007
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
One thoroughly recommended restaurant is Diva at the Met (Metropolitan Hotel...
Last edited: May 13, 2007
Breakfast 
Feenies, the casual, hip restaurant opened by Chef Rob Feenie, has been known...
Last edited: June 16, 2008
Cheap Eats 
Downtown Core Indian : Beneath the Murray Hotel on Hornby street, just south of...
Last edited: August 12, 2007
2-for-1 and Other Discounts 
Multiple Discount Sources Entertainment Book: The 2008 book's list price is $45...
Last edited: June 26, 2008
Dining Reviews 
Web Sites The Straight Golden Plate Awards: 2008 Golden Plates.  Every year in...
Last edited: May 18, 2008
La Bucca 
Small, intimate Italian (not French!) restaurant, well off the beaten-track.
Last edited: June 01, 2008
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Inside Canada: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Coins/Notes  Canada has both paper money and coins.  There are currently six...
Last edited: June 26, 2008
Crossing the Border 
Crossing the border is usually quick and painless, but these days many...
Last edited: June 25, 2008
Emergencies 
 In case of all fire, police or medical emergencies, call 911 to contact help...
Last edited: May 27, 2006
Important Phrases 
French and English are the official languages of Canada and are most commonly...
Last edited: June 24, 2008
Telephones 
Telephones in Canada work exactly like telephones in the USA, and similarly to...
Last edited: August 08, 2007
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping Gratuities are seldom included in Canadian restaurants.  It is...
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Canadian Cuisine 
Canada is a country of immigrants. With the exception of the Aboriginal...
Last edited: May 29, 2007
DWI or DUI - Driving convictions 
Thinking about traveling to Canada? You'd better reconsider if you have been...
Last edited: June 21, 2008
Electricity 
Canada's electrical supply and electrical outlets (sockets, wall plugs) are the...
Last edited: August 25, 2006
Enter from USA by Land/Sea: No Passport 
Currently (October 9, 2007), if you are traveling to Canada from the United...
Last edited: December 02, 2007
Fuel Prices 
In Canada the price of gasoline (petrol) is expressed in Canadian dollars per...
Last edited: May 27, 2007
Holidays in Canada 
Canada's Statutory Holidays  While there are a number of holidays in Canada...
Last edited: January 27, 2008
Metric System 
Canada officially uses the metric system of measurement.  Online Conversion...
Last edited: March 28, 2008
Rental Cars 
The following car rental companies have locations at most major airports: Alamo...
Last edited: April 28, 2008
Taxes 
Goods and Services Tax (GST) This federal tax of 5% (lowered from 7% to 6% on...
Last edited: March 08, 2008
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