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    Olympic village station , connection the bus line 50 to Granville island.

    The skytrain is very efficient and a cost saver. I purchased the compass pass . Total cost $ 17.50 cad. In USd, $12.75 . I took the public transportation 6 times all day. It was well worth the price. I did not worry about traffic and if I got lost, I asked a few locals and even people that were not from bc. The compass pass works on both the skytrain the bus system. I plan to keep the compass card to reload when I return to BC. The skytrain line is being expanded from Richmond-bridghouse. The skytrains are clean and surprisingly, no graffiti. The trains automated with no drivers and are dated but very well maintained. With the combination of Uber and the public transportation system. A car is really not necessary. IMO Enjoy BC, I do at least two to three times a year from the states

    Garbage seen on skytrain this afternoon (1/4).
    Jasmine A.

    I'm an essential worker, so thankfully I did not lose my job due to the pandemic. Since working from home is not a viable option, I have been commuting to work EVERY DAY since the pandemic, and it has been horrible. Thankfully I don't have to take the bus to work (essential workers are getting passed up due to only allowing a fraction the number of people on the bus to allow for physical distancing, and the other day, I witnessed a bus driver pass someone up despite there still being empty seats available -- the driver was too lazy to check or ask if there were seats), and I have been taking the skytrain to work. While the number of passengers on the train are nowhere near regular levels, and during rush hour (which is when I have to travel to and from work) the trains are not packed (which has been nice), the trains are far from empty, and getting a little too full for comfort, considering there's a fucking PANDEMIC and people are supposed to be six feet apart. Ie. if there wasn't a pandemic, the number of people on the train would be quite comfortable, but it's far too crowded for an active pandemic. For the most part, people have been pretty good at not bothering other people on the train, but I have had a few incidents -- people standing so close to me as I was waiting to exit that they actually touched me (something I do not like during non-pandemic times); people following closely behind me as I am going through the fare gate and/or push me so they can get through; and the other day, some guy tried to push his way into the train as I was exiting -- I right out pushed him aside. So just the usual bullshit. My issue is how badly Translink has handled (and caused) skytrain crowding and cleanliness during the pandemic. Not only have they reduced frequency (which, to a certain degree, I understand), but they have been running the four-car Mark I trains during rush hour, making it extremely crowded (for a pandemic). Mark I trains are the original skytrain cars, and they are very small and cramped. Translink has been phasing them out and have introduced the Mark II and Mark III cars, which are far superior, as they are more spacious and allow for people to move cars without exiting at a station (which, as a woman, I appreciate -- I regularly move to a different car due to sketchy guys). Yet, I have noticed that they are primarily running the Mark I cars (which are from 1986, so you can imagine how bad they are) during rush hour, and to add insult to injury, they are only running four cars, instead of six cars. All of these factors make for a too-crowded-for-a-pandemic ride. And with things slowly opening up tomorrow, things are only going to get worse. In addition to Translink severely reducing capacity of the skytrain, which is putting people in danger, they are clearly not cleaning them. I swear, the trains are filthier than normal -- I have seen discarded coffee cups, beer cans, fast food containers, tissues, food, etc, as well as numerous spills -- and this is at 7am in the morning! Translink claims they are doing a thorough deep clean of the trains during the pandemic, but that is BULLSHIT. One star for the skytrain being filthy and crowded during the pandemic. The rudeness and incompetency of the skytrain attendants will be in a separate review of "Translink". [Yelp collections: Planes, Trains, and Automobiles]

    This was to the train from the airport arrivals hall
    Bruce K.

    I didn't even look to see how much it costs. I just bought a day pass the first day and another day pass the second day. The SkyTrain goes from the airport to downtown and to a station that's a block from my hotel. How awesome is that? Easy, clean, air conditioned and comfortable. Platforms are very accessible for handicap access, though a few stations I've been to have only had one escalator moving in the right direction. That's annoying, but there was a working elevator on the other end of the platform. There are signs indicating the next train and announcements, too. So simple. I'm a fan.

    Spacious Sapperton Functional Art
    Sunshine M.

    Insane in the membrane re: Vancouver Skytrain. I would call myself an enthusiast! Part of the reason: the connecting Bus service where I live is so dismal that when I can switch over to the efficient skytrain instead, the quality of my day improves remarkably. I love the different vibes of each station: the soaring grace of Waterfront, the subterranean "coming back to the surface of the earth" feel of Granville, the bustle of Burrard and so forth. True confession: I lived in another country this year and I became homesick - for the SKYTRAIN! I took a leisure ride with no intended destination when I came back. Joyfully breathing in the familiar mingling of languages, people in close contact pretending each other don't exist, and 'scents of crowd'. Having lived in other Canadian cities with no train, I am sincerely grateful for this option! I can stand the occasional harassment from drunks or the maintenance breakdowns (download the translink app to deal with both). If the crowds at peak times seem unmanageable, simply wait for the next train and you will be first to board. It's sure to arrive shortly... Sidenote: The one time I felt truly unsafe due to hassling/propositioning from an inebriated male, two teenage guys called security (unbeknownst to me) and the troublemaker was escorted off at the next stop. Yay Vancouver strangers!

    Millenium underpass
    Daren D.

    Holy smokes! Now THIS is awesome transit. Dedicated ROW. No overheard power sticking out. Fast. Efficient. Popular. Stations are pretty good. Massive coverage. The bad is that the [newer?] Canada Line is freaking noisy going through curves---especially in the tunnel... wtf? I seriously wanted some earplugs. The [older gen?] Expo trainsets are cool in that it sounds like the electric motor is shifting up from 1st to 3rd. I'm not sure I noticed all trainsets with surveillance cameras in them. I didn't ride the Millenium line. P.S. 9 bucks DayPass FTW when visiting!

    Michael P.

    This is a great way to move from YVR airport into any part of downtown Vancouver. Fast. Clean and cheap. Of your not renting a car this is the way to go. It will take you any place you need in all of downtown.

    Crossing the Fraser River via a cable-stayed bridge.
    Steve K.

    I use SkyTrain every time I come to Vancouver. Have used all three lines including the newest Canadian Line out to the Airport and Richmond. SkyTrain is safe, frequent, clean, smooth, and reasonably comfortable for 30-45 minute ride maximum. Standing is not uncommon. Works on the honor/proof-of-payment system. Buy your ticket before boarding. Tickets are good for 90 minutes, so sometimes you don't have to buy a return ticket. Or, for CAN $9, a DayPass ticket is also good for buses and the SeaBus ferry. A bargain, when you consider that you can also use the ticket to get to Grouse Mountain via SkyTrain/SeaBus/Bus, as well as buses to Stanley Park or Granville Island. Some nice views too, such as crossing the Fraser River via a cable-stayed bridge (pic uploaded). Nice Feature: Real-time train arrival information is provided at every station platform. Gripe, a small one: Trains are not fast (by NY standards), and there are no express trains. Trains stop at EVERY station. Tip: In 10 years, I have only been asked twice for proof of payment, transit authority police do perform spot checks for both fare and zones. Not yet seen anyone taken away to the gallows :) Tip 2: Don't hesitate to use Vancouver buses to virtually everywhere connecting with every SkyTrain station. No additional fare. I rarely need a taxis.

    Waiting to board the Seabus
    David M.

    To get around during our short stay in Vancouver after we disembarked from our cruise ship, we chose to get day passes for the Skytrain. We had taken a city tour from the cruise line that took us to the main attractions and then delivered us to the airport where we caught the courtesy shuttle to our hotel. Our plans for the next day included going to some places in downtown Vancouver and then meeting up for lunch with some friends who live there. The Skytrain day pass fit our needs perfectly as we only had one full day to explore and find places to eat. The cost was very reasonable if you are planning to get on multiple times and includes access to some bus lines as well as the Seabus. We took the hotel shuttle back to the airport and found the counter where we could buy our day passes, then we began using them. We took the Skytrain to an area in downtown that had several things we wanted to see, had a look at a couple of interesting places including a Chinese garden at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park and the Chinese Cultural Centre. We then went over to the rendezvous point for lunch with our friends. After that we took the Seabus across the harbor to Lonsdale Quay Market and spent a little time there. Then we Seabused back and caught the Skytrain back to a stop close to our hotel and walked the rest of the way. I certainly felt we got our money's worth. And the trains were quite clean and easy to navigate around Vancouver. We would definitely use this system again when we are in Vancouver.

    Naurry K.

    Incredible! Public transportation that actually works on the West Coast..? Ok, ok, I don't know exactly how popular or useful the SkyTrain is for everyday uses like getting around town or commuting to work but it's an incredible venue for the best New Years party in recent memory. The randomness, the strangers, the costumes, the music, the noise, the kisses (supposedly), made for a fantastic guerilla party. I highly recommend it! Oh, Yeaahh!

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    The Columbia

    The Columbia

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    Bought tickets to see a specific comedian and got Bate and switched with no real explanation no…read moreoption for refund as they told us after we ordered our mandatory 2 items minimum per person. The food was disappointing probably frozen Costco stuff. The venue was like a dinghy attic and comedians were basically the joke, 1/3 was ok. Over all walked out of there feeling ripped right off. Never again

    I'm so lucky to have this fantastic vintage venue within walking distance of my home. A few years…read moreago, the most recent owners took on the gigantic project of restoring this 1920s era vaudeville/movie house to its former glory, while also adding modern sound and lighting and reconfiguring the seating into a dinner theatre style. The pictures don't lie - there are big red velvet drapes, chandeliers and exotic Moorish/Morroccan touches like columns and murals. Just a damn cool theatre to see a show in, and I've now been to a few, from burlesque shows to my comedy idols like Bruce McCulloch. Upstairs in the smaller, and less lavishly appointed room, is Lafflines, which is a great spot to see up and coming comedians while having a few glasses of sorrow-drowning liquids and a basket of chicken strips. Both upstairs and downstairs have the same basic menu, so if you can deal with Sleemans and nachos, you're laughing. The wine list is OK, and for girl-drink drunks, they've got some sweet throwback martinis. The servers are really nice, but there never seem to be enough of them, so be decisive when they come around, because they might not get back around to you for a while! I've noticed that for some of the shows in the theatre, they'll have maybe two or three working the entire venue. Upstairs, one or two depending on the night (I tend to go on Thursdays for amateur night, so it's not usually very full). For all the fanciness of the decor, it's not at all posh, just a laid-back place to go see a live show. If you don't like fun, well, stay home.

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    Irving House, completed in 1865, is the one oldest homes in the Lower Mainland and it is the oldest…read moreheritage house museum in B.C.! Being a fan of Burnaby Heritage Museum, I never knew about this place until my family told me about it. I came here with my parents, and there were no other visitors other than my family during the entire tour of the house. Tracy, the tour guide, was super friendly and helpful with the tour and I was able to stop and ask any questions during the tour. I loved how Tracy did a vintage vacuum demonstration as I haven't seen anything like it before. I loved the fact that visitors could go upstairs and see the entire house! Many of the items in the home were original from the original owners, though some were purchased or donated from other sources.

    Irving House was built in 1865, back when New Westminster was striving to be the capital of British…read moreColumbia. It was lived in by family members up to about 1950, when it was sold to the city of New Westminster, and turned into a historical centre. Thus, if you're a history buff, love antiques (especially Victorian-era pieces), or ever watched the show "America's Castles", you should take a tour of Irving House. The house was built in high style by Captain Irving, a man who made a lot of money in the California, Alaska, and BC Gold Rush, and virtually poured it into the house. The architectural details of the house are interesting and well explained by the costumed guides. Since I was practically the only visitor at the time, I pretty much got my own personal tour. According to them, all the furniture and pieces displayed in the house are authentic to the period - no reproductions (except for some fake food in the kitchen, perhaps). Many belonged to the Irving family and their descendants; others were donated. The house is currently decorated, Victorian-style, for Christmas. Lots of garlands, an amazing Christmas dinner setting, and a beautiful little Christmas tree. Those into old-fashioned decorations should check it out. Legend has it too, that the house is haunted by none other than Captain Irving himself. At the very least, you can see the bed he reportedly died in, and it's one enormous piece of furniture. My guide demurred on confirming the story that an indentation of a body can sometimes be seen in the bedcovers. I saw nothing on my visit, though. In any case, it is New Westminster's oldest surviving home, and thus probably one of the oldest homes in the Vancouver area. It's a wonderful glimpse into what life was like in the early years of British Columbia, if you were high society folk. Admission is by donation, so it's affordable even for writers to visit.

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