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Best 8 Ways to Get Around Vancouver, Canada

Best 8 Ways to Get Around Vancouver, Canada

By: Susan Gerle
Vancouver is one of the easiest and friendliest cities in the world to navigate. From the time you arrive in the city, you can enjoy getting around and seeing things.
Of course you have all the car rental places available to you at the airport or downtown Vancouver. If you prefer other means of transportation, there is lots available. Whether you have accommodations in Vancouver or one of the bedroom communities, it is easy to maneuver around the city.

Tags: British Columbia, Bus Travel, Canada, Vancouver
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Apr 13 2010 photo

Top 7 Challenging Public Golf Courses in British Columbia, Canada

Top 7 Challenging Public Golf Courses in British Columbia, Canada

By: Susan Gerle
Golf has become a much more popular sport amongst the general public over the last few years. The number of new challenging public golf courses in British Columbia that have been built recently attests to that.
Golf is not just a hobby. I have come to realize it is a lifestyle, especially amongst retirees or semi-retirees. People enjoy the camaraderie of their golf team out on the course, but golfing is all about the personal challenge. The golfer is constantly trying to better his (or her) own game.

Tags: British Columbia, Canada, Golf, Golf Packages
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10 things to do on a Sunny Day in Vancouver

10 things to do on a Sunny Day in Vancouver

By: Paula Wallis

    
If you’ve ever spent any amount of time in Vancouver, you know why the rest of the country fondly refers to the area as the “Wet Coast.” Yes, it’s true, Vancouver does get more than its fair share of liquid sunshine, it is a rain forest after all, but we also have warm, sunny summers that seem to go on forever. That’s when you’ll see tourists and locals alike breaking out the flip-flops and getting outdoors to explore the city. But if you’ve spent any time in Vancouver, you’ll also know that the locals don’t need an excuse to get out and enjoy the city, but a little sunshine sure helps!

Tags: British Columbia, Canada, Sports Fishing, Vancouver
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Mar 17 2010 photo

5 Top Summer Getaways in British Columbia, Canada

5 Top Summer Getaways in British Columbia, Canada

By: Susan Gerle
People have heard of Vancouver, but there are many other beautiful spots to visit in British Columbia, especially during the summer. Here are 5 of the top places to visit in BC.

Tags: British Columbia, Canada
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Montreal: its fabulous Historical District and Botanical Garden

Montreal: its fabulous Historical District and Botanical Garden

By: Eric Alexander Hamilton
If you’re looking for a city with European elegance and a festive atmosphere, then consider visiting Montreal in Eastern Canada. Located in the province of Quebec, Montreal is a major cosmopolitan city with over 3.5 million people most of whom speak both English and French. By North American standards it’s an old city, dating back to 1535 when Jacques Cartier claimed it and the entire St. Lawrence Valley for France. With its splendid 17th and 18th century architecture, sidewalk cafes, cobblestone streets, and its French food and wine, parts of Montreal look and feel like Paris, France. Canadians, Americans, and Mexicans are very fortunate that they can experience all of the charm, sophistication, great food and wine, historical buildings, and …

Tags: Canada, Montreal
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