June 29th to July 02nd, 2012
Tourism Vancouver Visitors' Guide: There's an App for That
The City of Vancouver is a vibrant, international city on the West Coast of Canada that will not disappoint any traveler that chooses to visit this wonderful city.
Having the fourth largest population density on North America, and consistently ranked among the top three most livable cities of the world, its culturally diverse citizens show how wonderful the Canadian people really are. The largest gay population in Western Canada lives in this ocean-wrapped and snow-capped city. Its gay community is centred around two distinctly different neighbourhoods - the
West End and Commercial Drive, both of which enjoy a wide variety of restaurants, coffee shops, pubs
and boutiques catering to gays and lesbians.
Known as ”Hollywood North”, it boasts a vibrant social and entertaining atmosphere that will offer something for any traveler, no matter which part of the globe they originate from. No stranger to celebrities and entertainers, Vancouver provides a venue for a wide range of entertainment activities, whether it is music concerts or theater.
As one of Canada’s largest port cities, it is the entrance and exit point for global citizens to explore what Canada has to offer. People from all corners of the globe are welcomed here with open arms to experience the lively atmosphere of this Canadian gem. As a global city, Vancouver offers two major universities to build upon its rich educational heritage, but it also contains a diverse cultural background as well as an arts and music venue that cultivate talent from across North America as well as the globe.
Predominantly known for its outdoor activities and natural scenic beauty, Vancouver also offers urban cultural entertainment as well. The outdoors activities are bountiful, from hiking to kayaking, rock climbing to fishing, the surrounding area of Vancouver is an outdoorsman”s delight. Home to one of the largest natural parks in North America, it is certainly easy to experience wildlife indigenous to that part of North America. Whether your interests include a tour of one of the local vineyards, or a whale watching excursion, Vancouver certainly has something to offer for everyone. And do not forget to experience the local Native American heritage, witnessing the lineage of
Vancouver”s original inhabitants.
Vancouver’s climate provides for summer and winter sporting activities. With world class, music venues, and a nightlife that attracts people from around the world, anybody can find their niche in this wonderful city in British Columbia. An eclectic city that offers regional fare from across the globe, it offers cuisine and culture distinctive to the Canadian west coast as well as to those around the world, thus earning its international reputation. Vancouver certainly does Canada proud by maintaining a global footprint and serving as a beacon for those travelers that wish to visit and experience Canadian hospitality first hand.