United767 From United States of America, joined Aug 2006, 356 posts, RR: 5 Posted (6 years 9 months 1 week 1 day 7 hours ago) and read 1413 times:
Hey everybody, I have a few days off from work coming up and am planning on flying out to YVR. I am just curious as to what there is to do out there? what is the temp. this time of year? Is it really worth the 5 hour flight from out east? Any info is much appreciated. Thanks.
I wish UA flew mainline to MYR, that way you wouldn't be stuck in a smelly Saturn for 12 hours.
United767 From United States of America, joined Aug 2006, 356 posts, RR: 5 Reply 2, posted (6 years 9 months 1 week 1 day 7 hours ago) and read 1402 times:
Thanks for the info Boeing 744! I am really looking forward to my trip, first week in September now.
I wish UA flew mainline to MYR, that way you wouldn't be stuck in a smelly Saturn for 12 hours.
Jayce From Canada, joined Nov 1999, 520 posts, RR: 0 Reply 3, posted (6 years 9 months 1 week 1 day 4 hours ago) and read 1387 times:
Something to remember: Vancouver has turned out more Playboy playmates than any other city.
Temperature is nice around the beginning of September. Everything that Boeing744 said, plus the restaurants in the city are amazing. I can recommend a few depending on what you like.
A good idea would be to rent a bicycle or some rollerblades and do the seawall or Kits and Jericho beaches.
Storyeum in Gastown is pretty cool, too. But I would definitely check out Victoria and Whistler and if you have time, Saltspring Island is a good day trip from Victoria.
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CFCUQ From Canada, joined Sep 2005, 708 posts, RR: 0 Reply 5, posted (6 years 9 months 1 week 18 hours ago) and read 1369 times:
Another must see is the Skyride to the top of Grouse Mtn. Spectacular view of the whole lower mainland on a clear day. Do not plan on eating at the restaurant on top though, muchos expensive.
AC773 From Canada, joined Nov 2005, 1730 posts, RR: 3 Reply 7, posted (6 years 9 months 1 week 17 hours ago) and read 1359 times:
Quoting CFCUQ (Reply 5): Another must see is the Skyride to the top of Grouse Mtn. Spectacular view of the whole lower mainland on a clear day.
I also might suggest taking the last (or one of the last) Skyrides of the day. You can then sit up on Grouse Mountain and have a magnificent view of the lights of Vancouver at night, as well as the surrounding area. I've done it, and I'm still kicking myself for not bringing a camera.
Have fun in Vancouver, it's a great place. Also if you're interested in spotting, YVR is one of the best airports in the world for that.
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Maury From United States of America, joined May 2005, 532 posts, RR: 2 Reply 8, posted (6 years 9 months 1 week 17 hours ago) and read 1355 times:
Ditto the whole Grouse thing--and damn, you can do it on a city bus, straight from the North Van Ferry Terminal (with a stop at the really-cool farmer's market, next door, on the way.)
The Fish House in Stanley Park is very nice--setting, food and all. For an 'only in BC' experience, try the Liliget Feast House on Davie Street. For another 'only in BC' experience, try any of the sites mentioned here: http://www.bcpassport.com/cool.html#smoke
A great city, in an awesome setting. Check tripadvisor.com for hotel info--reviews especially; my favorite is the Pacific Palisades on Robson.
CFCUQ From Canada, joined Sep 2005, 708 posts, RR: 0 Reply 9, posted (6 years 9 months 1 week 17 hours ago) and read 1349 times:
Quoting Maury (Reply 8): you can do it on a city bus
That's correct. If staying downtown, bus to the seabus terminal, across the harbour on the seabus, stop at Lonsdale Quay, you must try the scallops wrapped in bacon. On the public bus again to the bottom of Grouse, then up the skyride. You could make this one excursion last the whole day and into the evening. IMHO, Vancouver is the most beautiful city in the world. I don't live there anymore just because I don't like cities.
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