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Skytrain (Translink)

Skytrain (Translink), Vancouver

 26 Reviews  In my opinion, one of the best things to have come out of the 2010 Winter Olympics is the skytrain Canada Line that now connects Vancouver airport to the downtown area. Tickets cost $8.75, or $7.50 if... 

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Vancouver International Airport

Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver

 23 Reviews  This is the international arrivals and departures level of the Vancouver airport has been recently renovated with this first nations artwork as the centrepiece. There has been a $10 per ticket... 

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Bus (Translink)

Bus (Translink), Vancouver

 25 Reviews  It is incredibly easy to get around Vancouver using public transportation - most bus routes run along a street or avenue in a straight line, so all you need to do is figure out which intersection you... 

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BC Ferries

BC Ferries, Vancouver

 27 Reviews  You are correct it will be rushed, but I have no choice. I have a question on the ferry from Vancouver to Victoria. What does cost to take the car and 2 passengers across? How early do we have to get... 

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SeaBus (Translink)

SeaBus (Translink), Vancouver

 15 Reviews  A fun way to travel between North Van and downtown Vancouver is to take the SeaBus. This is a double ended catamaran passenger ferry that zips back and forth between Waterfront Station downtown and... 

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Translink (public transit)

Translink (public transit), Vancouver

 20 Reviews  Travelling around Vancouver is pretty easy with the bus and the buses are clearly marked. Ideally pick up a time table so you know which number bus to catch. The city buses all run on electric cable... 

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False Creek Ferries & Aquabus

False Creek Ferries & Aquabus, Vancouver

 20 Reviews  A fun way to get around the False Creek area is by ferry. These are not your typical car ferries. They are tiny little passenger only ferries that remind me of a floating bathtub. There are 2... 

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Driving

Driving, Vancouver

 24 Reviews  When we did it it took a good day and I regret not having the opportunity to be able to stop alon e way. Anyway you pay approx an additional $150ish fot a one way rental from Calgary to Vancouver but... 

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local maps

local maps, Vancouver

 6 Reviews  MAP OF BRITISH COLUMBIA: www.atlas.gc.ca/english/quick_maps/quick_maps/bc.jpg VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT: www.yvr.ca MAP OF SUBWAY OF VANCOUVER: www.metropla.net/am/vancouver-map.gif TOURISM... 

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Vancouver Trolley

Vancouver Trolley, Vancouver

 5 Reviews  For a tour around Vancouver why not take a trolley? City Attractions Tour: Join us for our popular City Attractions Loop Tour and see all that Vancouver has to offer at your own pace. Hop on and hop... 

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air travel

air travel, Vancouver

 17 Reviews  Here's a quick tip, as I was just here "passing thru". My October flight from NYC to Hong Kong stopped here on the way, and we were here for almost an hour while passengers either got on or off. I was... 

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private bus (coach)

private bus (coach), Vancouver

 5 Reviews  If you are pressed for time and want good value for money you can try a great Greyline Tour called the "Wonders of the West Coast Dinner". It is $85 CDN for an adult and you get a 10% discount if you... 

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Alaska cruise

Alaska cruise, Vancouver

 4 Reviews  It's quite amazing how many people visit Vancouver for the sole purpose of using it as a departure port city for their Alaskan cruise. Hopefully some of them stick around for a few days to explore... 

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Stanley Park Horse-Drawn Tours

Stanley Park Horse-Drawn Tours, Vancouver

 3 Reviews  If you don't feel like walking but still like to see Stanley Park, then take the trolley! It might cost you a little bit ($25.00) but hey, what the heck! The trolley is horse-driven. There are two... 

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Amtrak Casacades to Seattle/Portland

Amtrak Casacades to Seattle/Portland, Vancouver

 joiwatani Says:  Are you thinking of crossing the border and head to Seattle/Portland? Might as well since you are close anyway...Who knows when you come back to Vancouver? When... 

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Taking the train to Vancouver from Seattle

Taking the train to Vancouver from Seattle, Vancouver

 joiwatani Says:  Taking the Amtrak train to and from Seattle to Vancouver is very nice because you can relax. The fare for roundtrip ticket is about $35.00. Make sure to book... 

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Riding the bus from Seattle to Vancouver

Riding the bus from Seattle to Vancouver, Vancouver

 joiwatani Says:  My daughter and I tried riding the bus from Vancouver to Seattle and it was actually very pleasant. The drive was very smooth and the bus was very comfortable.... 

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Hiking at Grouse Mountain

Hiking at Grouse Mountain, Vancouver

 Ewingjr98 Says:  The Grouse Grind is supposed to be the most popular hike in Vancouver and I'd believe it. Dozens of hikers are constantly arriving to begin this 2,800 foot, 1.8... 

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Skyride to Grouse Mountain

Skyride to Grouse Mountain, Vancouver

 Ewingjr98 Says:  There are two ways to get to the top of Grouse Mountain: Skyride and hiking the Grouse Grind. The Grouse Grind is a difficult 1 to 2 hour hike that rises 2,800... 

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Trails of Stanley Park

Trails of Stanley Park, Vancouver

 Ewingjr98 Says:  Stanley Park is covered with some 35 kilometers of trails, with the primary routes being the 7.9 km Seawall route, the 2.3 km Bridle Trail, the 1 km Beaver Lake... 

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Schedule Helicopter flights from Vancouver

Schedule Helicopter flights from Vancouver, Vancouver

 PeterVancouver Says:  HelijetVancouver Harbour to Victoria Harbour Vancouver Airport southside to Victoria Harbour fare excursion approx $150 each wayVancouver Airport Southside to... 

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Rail Trip east of Vancouver

Rail Trip east of Vancouver, Vancouver

 PeterVancouver Says:  There are two special rail trips from Vanmcouver. the first is the VIA Rail " The Canadian" which is a 5 day 4460km journey from the West Coast port of... 

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by land or by sea or by the light of the moon

by land or by sea or by the light of the moon, Vancouver

 richiecdisc Says:  We came to Vancouver from Victoria via a BC Ferry and Tswassen. The ferry took 1.5 hours and cost $43. The drive from the port into Chinatown took a half hour.... 

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The Big Bus

The Big Bus, Vancouver

 YVR2010 Says:  If it's your first time in Vancouver and want to get a feel of your bearings, the Big Bus is a great way to tour around downtown with "flexibility" to hop on... 

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Rent-a-bike

Rent-a-bike, Vancouver

 Bunsch Says:  Vancouver boasts a plethora of bicycle shops which are happy to rent bikes (including tandems and some fairly sophisticated models) and helmets to those wishing... 

Top 3 Hotels in Vancouver

Opus Hotel

 5 Reviews and 649 Opinions  A contemporary hotel located in the very cosmopolitan Yaletown. Top-notch service from a very... 

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Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver

 5 Reviews and 552 Opinions  we were really looking forward to our stay in Vancouver - we do this every Christmas season. my... 

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Wedgewood Hotel & Spa

 3 Reviews and 348 Opinions  We spent several nights at the Wedgewood Hotel in downtown Vancouver. The rooms are very nice and... 

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 One option for traveling between Seattle and Vancouver, albeit slightly longer than driving unless it's a busy summer day, is to take the Amtrak train. Prices... 

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Q:  Does anyone have any experience of Key West Tours and Travel which operates out of Vancouver and conducts coach and rail tours to... 

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A: If you want to take the Rocky Mountain Rail tour you should go directly to the Rocky Mountain Rail tour web site or take a look a Brewster Grayline for coach tours and... 

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