Love this place. The price to take the tram is a little expensive. But hiking trails are fairly…read moreeasy to handle with different difficulty. Nice view. I only came to this place for suspension bridge experience eventually. Did not go to the other 2 locations

Add the Sea to Sky Highway to your bucket list of road trips! From the rugged coastline up to the…read moremountains, we passed by breathtaking visuals of the Pacific Ocean, alpine lakes, coastal mountain ranges, and temperate rainforests.  For those who are more adventurous or looking for better views, venture off the highway to fully immerse yourself in nature! There's tons of stops along the way to explore - in fact, so many that this road trip can easily span across 3+ days! I was shocked by the immaculate stretches of roads. I mean well maintained, smooth, and clean - A complete 180° of the usual freeway conditions in California. Our day trip consisted of: 1. Whytecliff Park: A remote beach with a rocky path towards an island. Has pristine water & views of Howe Sound. 2. Porteau Cove Provincial Park: Has a gorgeous backdrop of the Howe Sound and lush mountains. Great for scuba divers thanks to the ship wreck, sunken statues, artificial reefs, and diverse marine life. 3. Murrin Provincial Park: A rock climber's paradise. 4. Shannon Falls: 0.7 mile loop trail with the third tallest fall in British Columbia. 5. Squamish: Halfway point. Snacked at A&W. 6. Brandywine Falls: Has an easy-to-reach cascading waterfall. Volcanic rock formations along the trail. 7. Whistler: A popular ski resort town surrounded by snow capped mountains. The Sea to Sky Highway road trip was my favorite activity when I visited British Columbia - Highly recommend making at least a day trip! The experience is 1000% worthwhile :)

First of all, we took the Skytrain from Richmond on this particular Saturday because there were 4…read morecruise ships in port so I was looking forward to seeing that many in one shot! I felt like a kid again when we finally found the entrance off West Georgia. The first thing we saw was the DISCOVERY PRINCESS, which was in the process of being boarded. I couldn't believe how many levels there were, and it was so close that we could almost touch it! Right down the walkway to the next pier was the ROALD AMUNDSEN, which looked more like an oversized yacht. Then, behind it was the STAR SEEKER from Nassau, another large yacht. Last, but not least, was the KONINGSDAM, a cruise ship that comes through Honolulu throughout the year. Gorgeous views of both West and North Vancouver, despite the dark clouds. Once we had our fill of cruise ships, we went into one of the beverage shops and had some cold matcha, then walked through Canada Place, which had a gorgeous Sisaxolas pole with beautiful aboriginal designs on the floor. If I moved back here I would definitely spend lots of time at this place just for the cruise ships which are abundant during the summer months. It's close to transportation as well as the Hop On/Hop Off trolleys so there is always something to do, see and eat around here.

This place is one giant maze, however, the staff pointed us where everyone needed to go. They were…read moreall very friendly as well. Dropping off bags for the porters was easy and very clearly marked. From the street, going through customs and getting on the ship took about 30 minutes total. I'm surprised at how fast and smooth it was.

It was national cinema day on August 27 so every movie ticket was only $4 each. My friend and I…read morebought our tickets online a couple days in advance. The steps for ordering movie tickets on Landmark Cinema's website was very easy. Best part is, unlike Cineplex, they don't charge a booking fee for ordering tickets online. We decided to watch 2 movies in a row that day. About 4.5 hours total of sitting in a theater in a day. The location is great for transit users as it takes only one minute, maybe less to walk from the skytrain station platform to the front entrance of the movie theater. They check tickets right at the entrance doors so make sure to have your tickets ready before you enter if you bought them ahead of time. They have 2 leather couches in the lobby and 2 more in the left lobby if you want to hang out before the movie starts. Unlike Cineplex, the movie name or movie poster at each door is not displayed so you gotta pay attention to the number on the cinema door. Inside, I really like how every chair has a recliner feature and is very spacious in front. Tons of legroom. I was able to get in and out of the theater easily without pushing people's legs out of the way as I moved through the row to the exit. The chairs are extremely comfortable and made of fake leather and even have extra padding as a headrest, you could technically sleep in it. This is in regular seating, not a VIP only feature like Cineplex. The movie sound speaker systems of the cinemas was alright at best. One tip I can give is that if you want the best sound, you gotta sit in the center row and center seats for the best experience. I sat at the very back row center seats and the movie sound felt like the speakers were on the other side of the room. On the downsides, In my second movie viewing, my seat was very worn down and the fake leather has been mostly peeled off. It was still comfortable though. You'd be disappointed if you are a gamer that wants to kill time before a movie or just wants to hang around. They have no video game arcade machines and just a couple claw and prize machine games for entertainment. Metrotown and Marine Drive Cineplexes have at least 4 or 5 video game arcade machines and lots of prize games. The men's washrooms were a little dirty and the paper towels dispensers were all empty. I saw a person trying to pull out the last paper towel from the dispenser but ultimately gave up. Too bad, maybe next time. The movie screen was a little bit dirty so I could see some dust on the screen but it was still tolerable as it didn't worsen my viewing experience too much. Overall, landmark theater's best things are the recliner seats and the massive spacious legroom. It immensely improved my viewing experience as I was comfortable the entire time and being able to sit back is really nice. Love the headrest. The comfy leather padding is like sitting on a cloud. Also, being able to move about during the movie easily without feeling cramped together with other moviegoers is great. During both movies, it was a full house but I didn't feel it. 4 out of 5 stars based on this visit. You can't go wrong with Landmark Cinemas in New Westminster.

Friendly staff directed me to the cashiers for a ticket when I was in a hurry to catch the 4pm -…read moreThe Conjuring: Last Rite. The ticket was $10.25 inc. on a Tuesday. Seats were wide and leather, clean and smelling fresh. The toilets were well maintained. It's a small cinema but comfortable. The sky train was just 3 feet away within the building. Many eateries nearby before and after the show.

Everybody has a word or two that they dislike, for whatever reason. For me, I can't stand the word…read more"iconic". It is SO overused, and often it is used so loosely and inappropriately, that it has lost a lot of its true meaning. We've become somewhat numb to what the word is supposed to mean because it's thrown about so often in describing people and things that, while they might be really swell, they are by no means "iconic". That said, this inukshuk sculpture truly IS iconic. It is THE iconic sculpture and signature piece that, if one had to choose ONE symbol or work that represented the City of Vancouver, this would be it. Proudly standing on a grassy outpost of land overseeing the Burrard Inlet, just to the west of the seawall, halfway. between Sunset Beach and English Bay, this Inukshuk sculpture rises tall, like a monarch on her throne overseeing her realm. This massive granite piece is extremely popular with city residents and tourists alike, and I always see people taking photos of it and by it, regardless of the weather or time of day (it's particularly striking at sunrise and sunset, but at dusk, when it's illuminated by its footlights, it's spectacular! I like how it's illuminated by different colored lights at various nightly festivals during the year). One of the reasons that it's so majestic is its setting, right by the water. In my opinion, this is one of the most successful pairings of artwork to context ever, as its setting here on the water by the seawall at English Bay could not have been more perfect. I see one reviewer gave this landmark a mediocre review due to the fencing erected around the work during the annual fireworks celebration, noting he could not get up close to the sculpture due to the barrier. To this I say, get over it! I applaud the City for protecting this iconic, precious sculpture and appreciating its worth and value by preserving it as best they can. If that means putting fencing up around it a few nights out of the year, so be it. Better that then having it defaced by graffiti or climbed upon by drunken revelers during some nights when there are thousands and thousands of party-goers in this area. I applaud the City for protecting this sculpture in this way. Vancouver has a lot of wonderful artwork to showcase, and this particular work represents and pays homage to much of the City's cultural history and values. Truly not-to-be-missed!

The mighty monument that overlooks the beautiful English Bay. The Inukshuk is a symbol of Canada…read moreand Inuit culture. A tranquil and relaxing atmosphere to observe the moving ships and sunsets.

We were going to go to the 'other' suspension bridge in town but when we were having lunch…read moreyesterday, a local told us that we really should go to Lynn Canyon and I'm glad we did. He said it's literally over the same river and very similar views. Plus we had the added benefit of adding on a 2.5 km hike called the creek Loop. Oh, by the way, this is completely free to access versus the other bridge has a charge- it was a Sunday but not super busy. If you continue on to the Creek Loop, it's about 2.5km and has lots of Stairs and they are STEEP in places. We loved it but you'll get a good workout!!

When we arrived at Lynn Canyon Park, we were lucky to get a parking spot as it was quite busy…read more Restrooms were decently clean and there's a cafe inside the park if you need a quick bite. They were having some rescue training on the bridge when we were choosing a trail to hike. It was supposed to take roughly and hour, so we chose to do a reverse of the Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge and 30 Foot Pool Loop. That wound up working out since the highlight of the hike (the bridge itself) was left to the end.We are not hikers, but we made it through without issues - taking an occasional break here and there. I would consider it an easy to moderate hike. The hike is pleasant as you are surrounded by trees and can hear the sounds of water. The bridge itself offers fantastic views. Some members of our family were a little shaky-legged on the bridge, but there are plenty of places to hang onto as you make your way across. Absolutely fantastic outdoor spot. My family scores: Brendan - 3.3 (doesn't like heights) Charlotte - 3.9 Shanying - 4.0 Winston - 5.0

While passing by this behemoth one night in December, the males I was walking with mistook the…read moreknees held against the sculpture's chest for a pair of boobs. Perhaps that has soured my experience with said behemoth, though only slightly, as I can now gaze upon it and smile at what could have been if only the artist were more boobily inclined. But really, it's intended to showcase the diversity of Vancouver with all its different letters and number making up a person. It's also fun to walk around in it.

How many sculptures do you know have a book written about it's making? How about a documentary…read moreabout it? Well, if you live in New York, Paris, Rome, or London, the answer might be "Yes." But Vancouverites would probably say "No." For locals, I'd say move your butt over to Stanley Park, and right near by the famed Totem Poles, you'll find Luke Marsten's "Shore to Shore." Erected in 2015, this is a 14-foot bronze sculpture is surrounded by engraved Portuguese stone. At first glance, you may marvel at the things: Seine (fishing) nets, whaling harpoons, the Pacific coast salmon, and the three First Nation people, all standing tall and at attention ... and, as luck would have it, they're overlooking the city of Vancouver. Looking deeper into the history, you'll see Portuguese Joe Silvey, one of BC's most colorful pioneers, along with (yes you're hearing that right) his TWO wives: Kwatleematt and Khaltinaht, (Silvey's first wife was a noblewoman from the Musqueam and Squamish First Nations). Better yet, Marsten has sculpted his great-great-grandparents! What a great intermingling of generations, as well as Coast Salish First Nations and Portuguese culture! So if you haven't been to Stanley Park in a while, it's time to see the Shore!

Okay, I don't know why I like this art so much, but I really do!!…read more The statue was presented to Vancouver by the city of Olympia, Greece to commemorate the 2010 Olympics. It is made of bronze and was installed in 2014. It's located at the intersection of Cordova and Thurlow Street, in the median.

In Greek mythology, Nike (Greek: , "Victory", pronounced [nk]) was a goddess who personified…read morevictory, also known as the Winged Goddess of Victory. The Roman equivalent was Victoria. Depending upon the time of various myths, she was described as the daughter of the Titan Pallas and the goddess Styx, and the sister of Kratos (Strength), Bia (Force), and Zelus (Zeal). Nike and her siblings were close companions of Zeus, the dominant deity of the Greek pantheon. According to classical (later) myth, Styx brought them to Zeus when the god was assembling allies for the Titan War against the older deities. Nike assumed the role of the divine charioteer, a role in which she often is portrayed in Classical Greek art. Nike flew around battlefields rewarding the victors with glory and fame, symbolized by a wreath of Laurel leaves. Nike is seen with wings in most statues and paintings. Most other winged deities in the Greek pantheon had shed their wings by Classical times. Nike is the goddess of strength, speed, and victory. Nike was a very close acquaintance of Athena, and is thought to have stood in Athena's outstretched hand in the statue of Athena located in the Parthenon. Nike is one of the most commonly portrayed figures on Greek coins. Names stemming from Nike include among others: Nikolaos, Nicholas, Nicola, Nick, Nicolai, Nikolai, Nicolae, Nils, Klaas, Nicole, Ike, Niki, Nikita, Nika, Niketas, Nikki, Nico, and Veronica.

This is a must do if you are visiting! We only had one day to capture the Vancouver experience and…read morethis was one of the spots we chose to visit. We were not disappointed. Don't let the ticket price scare you, it was worth every penny. We spent about an hour on top with the breathtaking views of the city and apparently the mountains if it was raining. I would recommend it. Have your camera ready in the elevator as well.

I visited the Vancouver Lookout and left pretty underwhelmed…read more First issue was finding it. It's inside a building, but signage outside is small and not very clear, so it took a bit of wandering before I even found the line. I actually even passed the building up while walking. I needed to use the restroom before going up and saw signage for the one near the food court. Honestly, it was absolutely disgusting and didn't have paper towels. I ended up walking completely out. When I asked the lookout staff about a restroom, I was initially told there wasn't one. Then once they asked if I was intending on buying a ticket, it suddenly appeared that there all of a sudden was a restroom available upstairs. Hmmm but at any rate, it was a completely different experience from the first restroom. Thank goodness. The lookout itself feels dated. You do get a full bird's-eye view of the city, but there wasn't anything especially exciting or memorable about it. They also charged more than what was posted on the signage, so it looks like a recent price increase, $24 CAD mid June. Overall, if you go in with low expectations and just want a quick view of the city, it's fine. But I wouldn't call it a must-do in Vancouver.