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A short guide about Vancouver

Thinking about Vancouver? Well it is one of the world's most spectacular cities, and was recently named the “Most Liveable City” in the world by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). Yes – Vancouver is one of the only places in the world where it is possible to ski and snowboard, hike and golf all on the same day. So its no surprise; that the city will play host to the 2010 Olympic Games and the Paralympic Winter Games.

Highlights of the city include a visit to Stanley Park; if you only do one thing in the city then make sure that it is cycling or strolling along the Stanley Park Seawall. It is a paved 10-km loop with every moment of it privy to magnificent mountain, ocean, forest and city views, and while you're in the park, pay a visit to the internationally-acclaimed Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre, one of North America's five largest aquariums.

Also tour the UBC Museum of Anthropology; home to one of the world's most magnificent collections of First Nations totem poles, carvings and other artifacts. And visit Robson Street; a famous shopping and cruising strip; for high fashion, trendy restaurants and bars, also a favourite spot for visiting stars to shine. Visit Chinatown and Chinatown Night Market; and discover why Vancouver is home to one of the largest Chinese communities in North America.

Stroll down the charming cobbled streets of Gastown where Vancouver begun, and explore heritage buildings and mews, visit unique stores and dine in restaurants – from quirky to gourmet. Or plan you tour to coincide with the HSBC Celebration of Light; each year English Bay is lit up in a symphony of fire when Vancouver hosts a four-night spectacular international fireworks competition.

Tourabout has a variety of vacation packages to Vancouver in British Columbia provided by our tour suppliers who to take you to – "Mother Nature's Stairmaster," hike to the top of Grouse Mountain via the Grouse Grind, or take the option of riding up on the 100-passenger tram, appreciating breathtaking panoramic vistas of the Lower Mainland en route.