Advantages: Great city, great food, good value for money once you're there Disadvantages: Expensive to get to and long flight there
...Zoom!
'''ABOUT VANCOUVER'''
Vancouver is located on the Pacific Northwest coast of Canada, and it's proximity to Asia lends a massive influence from the east. Its metropolitan population of over 2 million makes this a big city, with all the skyscrapers associated with this kind of North American city.
Downtown is made up of several distinct areas such as Gastown and Chinatown, and venturing a little further will take you to places such as Richmond, ... ...Banff and Whistler. The beautiful Vancouver Island is also close by (sadly I didn't get to go there). It isn't so far over the border to the state of Oregon in the USA, and Seattle is a short plane or longer bus, train or car journey away.
'''DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER'''
Out trip began in Vancouver, the first time either of us had been to the west coast of North America. The long flight (about 10 hours) meant that we ended up at our downtown hotel at ...
larsbaby 30.08.2008
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: exceptional Review of Vancouver (Canada)
Advantages: Pretty much perfection Disadvantages: Rains alot!
...it’s very hard to beat Vancouver for sheer breathtaking beauty. Top that with numerous parks – including the huge forest-filled Stanley Park, superb shopping, varied nightlife, cultural and sporting offerings, as well as bright modern architecture and it's pretty hard to avoid the cliche ‘there’s no place quite like this’. GENERAL FACTS
Canada is vast, stretching from the Atlantic to the Pacific. It is further from Vancouver in the West to Toronto ... ...British Airways fly directly to Vancouver from London Heathrow. Having flown with both I would recommend British Airways, it’s a long flight – around 10 hours and I didn’t have a good experience with Air Canada either way but may be that can go in a separate review! A flight to Vancouver will set you back between £300 and £700 depending on the time of year – avoid ski seasons if you’re just going for a city break since Vancouver airport serves Whistler ...
flickpugh 17.02.2004 (21.09.2004)
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
Advantages: Good value, magnificent scenery everywhere Disadvantages: Long flight to get there. Not much else!
...could be. From London to Vancouver is an approximate nine hours, little more than the equivalent into Toronto or New York. We did'nt take the kids with us on this occasion, but if you are planning on doing so, I would recommend investing in a large number of sketch books, comics and even an MP3 or portable DVD player. It would be the best money you have ever spent! Regardless, moving about the cabin and stretching your legs is advisable. The service ... ...was'nt a direct flight into Vancouver available when we booked, so we had a short stop in Calgary where for some reason officials were walking about grinning happily under unfeasably large cowboy hats. The transfer was supposed to be half an hour, but there was no way in hell we could get our luggage in that sort of timeframe. As a result, we spent almost four hours in the airport waiting for a connecting flight into Vancouver. I would very much ...
dancomp 31.08.2006
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
...visited the West Coast of Vancouver Island in 1778, and twelve years later, George Vancouver was sent out by the British to settle a land dispute. Soon after Fur traders arrived. Getting There
-----------------
We flew direct with British Airways, from Heathrow. Because of all my international flying, I had accumulated about a gezillion or so air miles, and we were able to upgrade to business class. In fact we did not pay for our flights at all. ... ...You will arrive at Vancouver International Airport (Hopefully!), and we actually took a bus to downtown Vancouver. We were staying at the Pan Pacific Hotel, and the bus dropped us off right at the door. This was OK, but the cost of the bus for two of us was probably the same as a taxi anyway. If there are more than two of you, definitely take the taxi option.
We travelled independently, and booked all the segments of our journey separately, however ...
helencbradshaw 04.06.2002
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
Advantages: Vibrant, busy and buzzing city. Disadvantages: For me, nothing special of note in the city
I sent four days in Vancouver whilst on holiday in May / June 2007. We flew into Vancouver, sent a few nights in Seattle, then back to Vancouver before heading up to the Rockies for ten days.
I had no idea what to expect of this city. I’d had done quite a bit of reading up before arriving and knew that it was surrounded by spectacular scenery, but as we were staying over before going into the mountains I had no great wish to travel too far out. ... ...the sights and see what Vancouver had to offer. In terms of area, Vancouver is vast. We drove into the city from the south and seemed to be driving through out lying districts and suburbs forever. The city seems very low rise and clean, and most of the outlying areas seemed to have their own commercial and social centres with lots of shops and restaurants. Although the approach along Granville Street was long, it is in no way unpleasant as it is ...
cwestern 17.07.2007
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
Advantages: Clean air, Beautiful scenery, very helpful and friendly people Disadvantages: Not enough time to see and do everything
I visited Vancouver and Vancouver Island in June 2004, it was my first trip abroad and I did it alone.
I had got the idea of the trip from reading some British Columbia magazines that were given to me by someone in work.
After only one week of planning where I would go and the places I would visit, I booked my flight on the internet through Canadian Affair a comany I'd not heard of, but would certainly recommend.
They operate a no ticket style ... ...before in that time.
Vancouver Airport is a massive place and comprises two airports, one for internal and local flights and the other is the main International airport.
Having passed through the stern looking customs and immigration which look like cops, I set about looking for somewhere to stay.
At the information desk I was able to purchase a nights stay in a hostel in downtown Vancouver (I was going for the cheap option), called the Backpackers ...
Tonyc7 08.09.2005
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
Advantages: Beauty unmatched, shopping, outdoors, eating out Disadvantages: Rains
...experiences in one place? Vancouver is just the gateway to a thriving cosmopolitan atmosphere that combined with sheer natural beauty, offers a world of entertainment and experiences for travellers looking to escape the winter blues.
With a population of just over 500,000, there is plenty of space to enjoy the unparalled views that combine scores of sandy ocean beaches with white peaked mountains. The views are not only to look at. For the outdoor ... ...will take you away from Vancouver for 2-3 days, Whistler (the Number one skiing resort in North America) is only a two hour’s drive from Vancouver. Charter buses make the trek daily from different locations.
The climate is mild all year round with the weather generally matching the seasons. Vancouver is the exception to the cold Canadian winter reports. There is really no ‘best time of year’ to visit, as each season brings a different view and life ...
NoLogoGirl 23.08.2001 (23.10.2001)
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
...stronger is my love for Vancouver Island. I spent 2 weeks there at my friend in the Courtenay/Comox area in octobre 1995 and three more weeks in june 1996. During that time I saw a lot of this Island and its beauty, as well as the city of Vancouver itself.
Well I start with the Courtenay/Comox area. In this area you can find anything. An airport (Canadian Air Force and Civil flights), an harbour (ferry to the mainland), shopping opportunities, night ... ...Nanaimo and the connection to Vancouver by another ferry. It will take about 1.5 hours to do that trip. This city also has it all, from shopping Malls to night clubs, etc.
Another 1.5 hours by car to the south and you will get to see the beautiful city of Victoria. I love it and will write a different opinion about that, because it will take much longer to write just about Victoria.
Also a `must-do`is to visit the Coca-Cola Museum and Coca-Cola ...
Superfly25 18.12.2000
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
Advantages: Vancouver has it all Disadvantages: Its not cheaper to get to
...grab the ferry over to Vancouver Island and head north to Tofino. I still dream of watching the sun rise and set from Long Beach, overlooking the Pacific Ocean while camping out under the stars. If I was told to settle down tomorrow, it would be on Vancouver Island.
Vancouver has a plethora of restaurants, venues, pubs and clubs, and it's difficult to pick out the best. However, if you're on a budget try drinking in The Cambie and partying in The ... ...drive from Vancouver can take you into all sorts of places, from Pakistani dominated suburbia to upmarket commuterland. If you feel like venturing further away from Vancouver, try Penticton in the Summer months (particularly August for Peachfest), about 5 hours drive, and Squamish in the hills above south-western British Columbia. ...
Deiz 08.01.2001 (12.01.2001)
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
Advantages: tranquil, clean, friendly, good sites and more Disadvantages: have to pay for the plane cost
...going to canada go to vancouver and if you dont like it i will gladly pay fot he travel costs. but i am certain you will like it.
oh by the way i am not sure what GBP stands for so dont take any notice of the spending costs. it wouldn't really be more than about £50-100 a day if you were spending fair amounts. you could in theory soend any amount and on some days only about £10-20 say for some food. ...
tigger_the_greeb 13.12.2000
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
Advantages: Good location,reasonable price Disadvantages: nil
...hotel situated right opposite the Vancouver City Library and is very modern and only opened in April 1999, so it is fairly new.
It is situated on Robson Street (the equivalent of Oxford Street in London)So it is very central and handy for everywhere.
All the rooms in the hotel have a kitchette with sink, microwave oven and utensils and a dishwasher.
With the special rate, I was offered a one bedroom superior suite which can accomodate up to 4 ... ...is also a sauna, outdoor swimming pool and mini gym within the hotel. At the lobby level, there is a restaurant serving generous portion of breakfast , lunch & dinner. On ground level there is also a nightclub.
All in all this is throughly modern hotel with very reasonable price. ...
Erzulie 14.04.2001 (21.04.2001)
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
Advantages: Great fun Disadvantages: not so good if you have vertigo
...It is situated in North Vancouver and it is therefore neccessary for most tourists to cross the water to get there. This was done efficiently and cheaply by using the seabus from the waterfront and then a bus to Capilano. the crossing on the seabus is enjoyable in itself and gives wonderful views of the city.The buses and the drivers are helpful. Apart from the suspension bridge itself, a breath taking 450 feet across and 230 feet above the river, ...
carolinecook2000 05.09.2000
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
Advantages: Spectacular scenery and an unforgetable experience. Disadvantages: Weather can be a problem.
...as beautiful and spectacular as Vancouver and British Columbia.
An 8-10 hour flight brings you to this paradise in the mountains of British Columbia, and from the moment you begin your decent to land, your breath is taken away at the sight as you fly over the Howe Sound and the Islands.
Vancouver and British Columbia offers something for everyone. There are great shopping facilities in Downtown Vancouver, Robson Street, Park Royal, and Metrotown. ... ...ferries to the various Islands and the Sunshine Coast from Horseshoe Bay or hire a boat for a great time on the water.
If anywhere deserves to be called Heaven on Earth, then Vancouver does. The most amazing experience which will return you home relaxed, re-freshed and completely content. ...
insight2005 15.08.2005
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
Advantages: scenery, city life, sports, culture, heaven Disadvantages: none
...isn't what makes it special. Vancouver is special because of its location.
It is set on the sea across the water fron Vancouver Island. Within easy reach are high, spectacular mountains, water sports, bears, orcas, grey whales, porpoises and dolphins, sea lions, fantastic skiing and native american culture. The Rockies are a long day's drive away, with other breathtaking scenery in between. It rains a lot here but the people who complain about that ...
Saturn 08.07.2000
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
Advantages: Easy to get around Disadvantages: So much to do
We visited Vancouver last year. Our first stop was for 3 days after flying in, followed by 3 more nights before flying home. More about the in between bits in other reviews!
Vancouve is a great city and the downtown area is only a short taxi ride from the airport, and this includes specially adapted ones if needed.
It really isn't worth hiring a car for a city stay in Vancouver because everything is very close by and a good bus service, mostly ... ...We stayed at the Crowne Plaza which is about as central as it gets, if a little pricey, but well worth it.
A great day out byferry and bus is the Capillino suspension bride, and whilst not fully accessible when you get there, they do allow you in for free to make up for it!
Another fun day is on the city bus tour which includes Stanley Park.
Eating out is cheaper than the Uk and suggest Milestones chain for good value food. Whilst many places ...
saxonick 30.06.2004
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful Review of Vancouver (Canada)
NH Hotels, the hotel chain leader in Europe, with more than 300 hotels in 20 countries in Europe, Latin America and Africa. Enter into our web site and find the best available tariff at all times
|
