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The Best of Both Worlds in Vancouver, British Columbia |
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Friday, 19 August 2005 |
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Are you torn between taking a luxurious, pampered holiday versus an
outdoor, sporty vacation? If you and your holiday partner can't agree
(or even if you're not sure yourself) there's no need to compromise
when you visit the city of Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada.
An Urban Oasis - Stanley Park
Vancouver
is one of the few cities (including New York with the famous Central
Park) that can boast a sizable park as one of its features. Stanley
Park is 1000 acres and is one of the largest urban parks in North
America.
Vancouver is a coastal city with plenty of walking
and biking trails. There's something for everyone, whether you enjoy an
easy pace viewing the waters of the Burrard Inlet along the paved sea
wall or take on the wooded trails of Stanley Park where you'll find
impressive untouched forest as well as beautifully manicured gardens on
your hiking or biking adventure.
Art Galleries, Shopping and More...
Looking
to enjoy some shopping? Vancouver has plenty of interesting areas to
shop. For the dedicated shopper a visit to Robson Street will provide
designer boutiques as well as trendy coffee shops and restaurants, all
with great people watching spots to take a break.
For those
who are looking for something a little different than the usual step
into Vancouver's Chinatown. You'll find beautiful imported items along
with delicious Chinese cuisine along the streets with the red
streetlamps and brightly colored signs.
Granville Island,
which is also the home to the Emily Carr Institute of Art, is a busy
market along the water. Find fresh fruit, flowers and a wide variety of
ethnic foods to enjoy. Browse the art and small specialty shops where
you're sure to find that special something to bring home for yourself
or as a gift.
The Vancouver Art Gallery in the heart of the
city also has something for the art enthusiast to enjoy, including
presentations of the famous works of Vancouver's Emily Carr.
Science World, Vancouver Aquarium - big draws for Young or Old.
Bringing
the kids? The mirrored dome with lights will surely catch their
attention but what's inside this fascinating structure will impress
them (and you) even more! Interactive and astounding you'll be
entertained and educated in this attraction originally built for Expo
86.
For a slower pace try the Vancouver Aquarium. Watch the Beluga show or visit the tropics for a memorable visit.
World Class Resorts, Hotels and Golf Courses
Not
far from Vancouver is the world renowned Whistler Village Resort. Ideal
for a luxury skiing vacation, it is also a popular summer destination
with biking trails, golfing, white water rafting, ziplining and more
for the truly adventurous.
Camping and RV parks are never far away or you can choose to stay in one of the highly rated hotels for a real pampered treat!
Vancouver
is a culturally diverse city with many languages and ethnic
attractions. Although well known for rain, Vancouver's mild climate is
ideal for the many gardens and parks that make up the city. Full of
complimentary opposites, Vancouver is a harmonious blend for enjoying
the outdoors and city life in one place.
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