VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA IN 2014

Vancouver Skyline
View from Stanley Park
Granville Island Park
Capilano Bridge House

Caapilano Bridge Walk
Lion's Gate Bridge
Vancouver Water Front
Vancouver Sucliffe Park

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• Vancouver Aquarium. Visit Canada’s largest and most-loved aquarium. There’s no better way to explore life underwater with the whole family! Get the latest news and special offers. A very awesome way to know British Columbia’s ocean. Host your next meeting or event in a unique and unforgettable setting.

• Vancouver Lookout. Take a glass elevator up 168 meters (553 feet) to enjoy a 360° view that includes Stanley Park, historic Gastown, the Northshore mountains, and the vibrant downtown core. Vancouver Lookout has been an iconic element of the city’s skyline since 1977. Self-guided audio tours are available. Free Wi-Fi.

• VanDusen Botanical Garden. Public art, lectures, seasonal blooms, family adventures, and courses — there is always something happening at VanDusen. VanDusen Botanical Garden and Bloedel Conservatory offer a number of beautiful indoor and outdoor stunning facilities to choose from for your next memorable event.

• Grey Line. Explore Canada’s Westcoast. Victoria and Butchart Gardens Tour. Whistler and Sea To Sky Gondola Tour. Hop-on Hop-off. Harbour Air Seaplanes, and much more. We have been introducing the world to Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler for over 30 years, and we can’t wait to share these experiences with you!

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VANCOUVER – JUST ONE VISIT AND YOU WILL KNOW WHY!

Vancouver is a major city in western Canada, nestled between the Pacific Ocean and The Cascade Mountains, on the north bank of the Columbia River, Vancouver is as naturally beautiful as it is diverse. French is the First Official Language of 1.5% of the population in British Columbia and about 7% of the population can speak both English and French. The French religion was allowed to be retained through the Quebec Act together which their language. This was how peace was bought. Both the British and the French agreed with the Act and this is the reason why Quebec became a French-speaking province.

Winter in Vancouver, Canada is a special time of year. It's one of the best times for photographers to observe outdoor action, so if you are looking for the perfect shot. The beaches and mountains would be Jericho Beach. Or catch the seasonal shift at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, which is a hive of activity as the birds prepare to migrate. Or enjoy the beautiful views of Goose Mountain, the Skyride is pricey but well worth it to photograph the Grizzly bears in their reserve. Stanley Park has multiple views of the North Shore mountains that differ depending on the time of day. On a cold morning, you might even find frost on the ground or dustings of snow, giving the park a coveted winter wonderland. Sea to Sky Gondola offers sweeping views of the Howe Sound, snow-covered trails, and a suspension bridge. This gem is sure will keep your index finger busy on the shutter release button. Just a short walk from the parking lot, Brandywine Falls is another majestic view along the Sea to Sky Highway. Cypress Lookout is one of the best vantage points of the City of Vancouver. At the right time, it can be a photographer's dream to see the fog roll in in the shots. Another great vantage point can be found at Queen Elizabeth Park. The beautiful view of Vancouver with the North Shore mountains rising up behind it is stunning and surely will make for a nice addition to your feed.

Spring is a wonderful time to explore Vancouver. It offers some of the most scenic trails, lakes, and rivers to explore. Vancouver offers over 40,000 Japanese cherry trees blooming with pink and white blossoms. You'll be rewarded with beautiful photos just about everywhere you go across the city between early March and late April. Visit Kitsilano Beach or Kits Beach for panoramic views of the city, ocean, and mountains. Rent a bicycle at the corner of Denman and Georgia Street and head out onto the 5.4 miles of Seawall trail for the spectacular views. Another best photography spots include Queen Elizabeth Park where you can take amazing pictures of mountain views.

The 5 most interesting facts about Vancouver, BC. Vancouver is a seaport Canadian City that is located in the Mainland Province of British Columbia.

‹•› Vancouver was named after Captain George Vancouver who was the first European to venture into Canadian's Pacific Coast in 1792.

‹•› The city has a population of less than a million people and has been voted twice as the best city for quality of life.

‹•› Vancouver is home to the 4th largest cruise ship port in the world. The Port of Vancouver is the largest port in Canada.

‹•› Stanley Park, an urban oasis, is 10% larger than New York City’s Central Park. It is a staggering 1001 acres.

‹•› Vancouver has the highest real estate prices in Canada. In 2012, the average price of a detached home was as high as $1,3 million. Some say this is close to rivaling New York City and London.

Vancouver Island, located in British Columbia, Canada is the largest Pacific island north of Seattle, Washington. It's around 500km long and 100km wide. Many people would agree that Vancouver is a peaceful city. Though there are fewer attractions than in most other major cities. The weather is similar to San Francisco and the locals were considerably kind. From afar, the view of the city is unforgettable.

The food is good but not something you would come to Vancouver for. There were very few foreign restaurants and shops. Many Shops lay about Granville Island and the city selling things like artistic brooms to souvenirs for your trip to Vancouver.

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• Cafe Del Soul (415) 388-1852 on 247 Shoreline Highway, Mill Valley, CA 94941 is an easy stop off the 101 and is on the way to Muir Woods, Stinson Beach, and Alamere Falls. It's the perfect place to pick up gorgeous wraps for the half-day hiking trip. Eat. Drink, Relax. Everything is made to order and made with love.

• Shang Hai Kitchen. (415) 383-8888 on 247 Shoreline Highway, Mill Valley, CA 94941 is the perfect place to stop for Chinese food plus Japanese fares such as sushi and sashimi. Best Chinese food in Marin County serves Beef Chow Mein, Sweet and Sour Pork, Walnut Shrimp, Orange Chicken, Wonton Soup, and Dumplings.

• Stinson Beach Market on 101 Calle del Mar, Stinson Beach, CA 94970. Groceries - Wine - Liquor - Deli - Produce - Meats - Coffee. It’s the perfect place to stock up energy bars, energy drinks, candy, bottled water, and everything else you need for the hiking trip, or your escape to the ocean around Stinson Beach

• Parkside Cafe Stinson Beach (415) 868-1272 on 43 Arenal Ave, Stinson Beach, CA 94970. A charming mom and pop cafe serving American dishes, patio seating, a bake shop, and a snack bar. We serves breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. Chilled seafood sampler dungeness crab, shrimp cocktail. Hot sandwiches and take out pizza.

Chinatown of Vancouver was disappointing, for it was dirty, empty, and was as large as a few blocks. Many homeless people seek refuge here and gather together to help each other. But the forests and greenery around the city was astoundingly beautiful.

Although there was small amount of sights to visit, most was worth the money and time, as such would be the Capilano Suspension Bridge. The Bridge stretches 450 feet across, above the Capilano River, 230 feet in the sky.

Canadian coins and what they are commonly called. 5 cent is a Nickle, 10 cent is a Dime, 25 cent is a Quarter, $1 is a Loonie, $2 is a Toonie.