City of Vancouver

Vancouver, on Canada’s West Coast, is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and has continually ranked among the world’s best places to live. It was recently ranked North America’s best city for sports and also boost friendly residents and a vibrant mutlicultural heritage. With its mild climate and great location, between the stunning North Shore Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Vancouver offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, year-round outdoor activities and urban excitement. You can relax at one of Vancouver’s many beaches, wander through historic Gastown or bustling Chinatown, explore Stanley Park by bike, ski, snowboard or hike the trails of Grouse Mountain, shop at one of our downtown malls... in Vancouver you can do it all, anytime of the year!

• Over 2 million inhabitants (Greater Vancouver)
• 3 hour drive to Seattle, Washington
• 1.5 – 2 hour drive to Whistler Resort (2010 Winter Olympic alpine event venue)
• Ski & Snowboard just 30 minutes from the city at three different Mountain resorts.
• City navigation by skytain (metro), bus, seabus (boat) and train
  

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