Vancouver is STUNNING!

Well, I guess I might be a bit biased because I was born in Canada and lived in Vancouver for 16 years prior to moving to North Carolina, BUT believe me that a trip to Vancouver, British Columbia should be on your bucket list!

Situated on the Pacific Ocean and surrounded by mountains, this vibrant city truly is gorgeous. It is a gateway for cruises to Alaska, so I would definitely recommend spending several days before or after a cruise. I will tell you about some of my favorite places to go.

We generally stay in the Coal Harbour area in Vancouver, which is right on the water where the cruise ships dock. I love walking around the waterfront at any of time of day. There are lots of great places to stop for a cup of coffee, lunch or a glass of wine to enjoy the ever-changing views! You can even walk or bike from here to Stanley Park, which is huge and offers a path around the park's parameter to enjoy spectacular views of the water, mountains and majestic trees. It is also home to Canada's largest aquarium that is loved by visitors of all ages!

Later in the day, I would recommend that you wander just up the road to see the old steam clock in Gastown.
Some popular tours include whale watching, the Capilano Suspension Bridge and a gondola ride to the top of Grouse Mountain where you an enjoy stunning views of the city. There are many ways to get around. You can drive a rental car on the scenic route to Whistler Ski Village. Take a seaplane or a ferry to visit beautiful Victoria on Vancouver Island to visit the world-famous Butchart Gardens.

A trip to Vancouver is NOT complete without a visit to "Granville Island". This large public market is located under the Granville St. bridge and boasts a myriad of fun shops to explore as well as great restaurants and pubs. From here, you can drive or take a ferry ride across False Creek. Vancouver is a very cosmopolitan city offering many different types of ethnic food.

Are you ready to visit Vancouver? This city is great to visit at any time of the year. These are just a few of the many things you can see and do in Vancouver.

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