Tourist are able to find different types of good food in the city of Vancouver. Asian cuisine, Indian cuisine, Middle East cuisine and the Africa. Of course, there are Europe cuisine : France, British,Italy,Greece, Mediterranean. Most of them are operated under the management of the professional chefs. I am sure this is not a one day travel and tourist should plan ahead of time to enjoy the trip with good food. read more

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A dynamic city. Vibrant and alive! Artsy, open minded and cool. The Pacific Ocean's storms are tamed by the many islands in the Straits of Georgia and the Salish Sea. The city's proximity to the ocean also helps it maintain a easy climate, especially in comparison to other inland cities of British Columbia. Never too hot or too cold. The area was home to First Nation groups like the Musqueam almost 10,000 years before George Vancouver sailed into what is now known as Burrard Inlet in the late 1700s and 'Gassy' Jack founded the settlement of Gastown. It is this mix of native and European cultures (and most recently Chinese) that makes this area so ethnically diverse. I'd love to learn more about the areas history, which I imagine is both inspiring and heartbreaking. Also, just think of it - the first people to settle into North and then South America are said to have come over the Bering Straits land bridge starting around 14,000 BC! Yes, these are the first humans to discover America. That means a lot of these people may have traveled through Vancouver and other parts of British Columbia So many films have been made in greater Vancouver as well. It would be fun to tour some of the areas where our big screen myth making was filmed. I'll do that on another visit. Vancouver has a wonderful vibe and mild weather compared to other parts of Canada. A interesting city to explore and an enviable place to live. read more

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My wife and I love traveling to the beautiful city of Vancouver. We would love to retire here if we could afford to. Unfortunately, for us, the housing is very expensive. What do we love about this city? The following list provides the answers. 1. Very relaxing and slow paced compared to most large metroplitan cities. 2. Lovely weather all year round. I love the rain! Not too hot in the Summer. Not too cold in the Winter. 3. Very diverse population. Multicultural is an understatement. 4. Terrific public transportation. Compared to most other large cities, Vancouver's public transportation is very good. 5. Awesome location. Close to the ocean and close to the mountains. Perfect for me. 6. Lots of good restaurants to visit when you are too tired to cook. Those are the first things that come to mind. Maybe, one day, I will win the Lotto. If that day happens, I am buying a home in this beautiful city of Vancouver!! read more

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Vancouver BC has become one of our favorite cities to visit. I think we've made three trips here in the last two years, all by car from Seattle. Its about a 2.5-hr trip including wait at the border. We found that Vancouver is a super clean and friendly city with three things that really cater to Asians: Chinese food, gambling, and grocery shopping! And that's just the Richmond District! There has always been a huge influx of Chinese here, and they have brought along some serious firepower in terms of chefs. My favorite things about Vancouver, with a bias to the Richmond district: 1. Some of the best Hong Kong-style dim sum we've had, and that's a consensus between folks representing Seattle, SF Bay Area, and LA. We went to Sea Harbor like three times and had great experience every time. 2. Some of the best Shanghainese food we've had - Shanghai River and Top Shanghai being among our favorites. 3. For Congee lovers, Kongee Dinesty is hard to beat. They have our favorite Chinese Fried Donuts - both savory and sweet versions. 4. Chinese Seafood Banquet at Kirin (Westminster) - some of the freshest and sweetest spot prawns. We normally get 2lbs and then order a 10-course seafood-centric meal. They are awesome at abalone and lobster. 5. River Rock Casino - Friendly, non-smoking casino with lots of blackjack tables with decent rules. Only wish they had more Ultimate Hold'Em Tables. The gambling age in Canada is 19 and I was sooooo flattered in 2016 when they carded me. No such luck ever since! 6. The Hotel at the River Rock Casino - Has some of the most comfy beds and pillows and is located in the Richmond district. So comfy, that the hotel will sell bedding to you! 7. The markets - Richmond Public Market is a fun place to stroll around and they have a huge food court. Yaohan is great for routine grocery shopping despite the crazy parking lot. Great places to bring back BBQ geese, pork belly, or pork meat for that drive back home. 8. Lastly, Vancouver's gift to the world - Ketchup-flavored potato chips. We cleared the shelves at Safeway and brought back 10 bags. Surprisingly addictive, and seems like a unique fad. Supposedly unavailable in USA and East Canada. Vancouver has many other neighborhoods and much more to offer for an extended, multi-day trip. If we get a chance to have a longer trip we would plan to visit Stanley Park, Granville Island, Lynn Canyon, and sample all the other cuisine. read more

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Born and raised in Vancouver. So I can call myself a pure Vancouverite. Vancouver is not a crazy busy city metropolitan like Toronto or New York but it has its quiet side. So if you are coming here to visit and you ask me the tourist spots, I can tell you the common tourist sites are: 1) Stanley Park 2) Granville Island 3) Hiking in North Van Nothing too spectacular. It is a very diverse multi-cultural city. You can definitely find all/different ethnic food in Vancouver. From very authentic to non-authentic. Food is a big thing in Vancouver. Vancouver is close to the US borders so many Canadians like myself frequently go down to the US for gas and groceries. Yes Canadian prices are more expensive compared to American prices most of the time (not all). Vancouver is an expensive city but it does have its beautiful weather. Life / pace is definitely slower compared to Toronto. read more

If you're from Vancouver, what a lovely city. If you've never been to Vancouver, what a lovely city. Depending on your personality and your travel quirks. Everyone's experience will be different. I had such a unique unforgettable wonderful experience Vancouver is a special city for me. It's diverse, modern, healthy, rich with natural beauty. Health conscious, historic. Cafe and culinary world is progressive. Just be aware of the weather conditions and dress accordingly. Winter nights can be crisp and cold if you're use to warm weather. Wear wool socks and good quality jacket or coats. Mel M Yelp 18:1 read more

I have never lived in Vancouver and have visited annually for many years and now just every few years. It's still one of my favourite cities to visit and lucky to had friends that live in and around the city. During my last visit, we stayed in a downtown hotel and walked everywhere. I love walking the seawall and enjoying the outdoors, and don't even mind when it rains as long as it's not during my entire stay! There are lots of great local restaurants offering diverse and delicious food that won't bust the budget. I like visiting Granville Island and picking up an unique gift or item from a local shop and then enjoying a treat from the bakery. Last time we wanted to check out the ziplining at Grouse Mountain but my husband and I both got sick and couldn't go. If I lived here, I would probably feel differently due to the cost of living and traffic but as a visitor, I enjoy spending a few days close to the water, relaxing, and eating. read more

Moved from incorrect placement under Vancouver City Hall (12-23-13) - - - - - What a discovery: Vancity ... Vahn-koo-vair (FR) ... YVR. I first saw it on a drizzly June day trip when visiting Seattle from L.A. It was beautiful, but more low key than today's Vancouver. Not knowing I would ever hang my hat in Seattle, I forgot about the city. I then became reacquainted with it on a glorious summer day, having driven up with a friend. The drive to Vancouver is etched in my mind. I remember being naive about the border crossing in the pre-passport era, and that naivete was good. It was routine and easy. Having an edge makes the crossing tougher. As you approach on CA 99, essentially a 2 lane continuation of I-5, it goes through farmland and you see the tops of high rise condos, probably over in Surrey and Burnaby, over these low evergreen studded hills in the foreground. However, upon completing the broad arc of CA 99 and passing under the Massey Tunnel, Vancouver's majesty, showcased by its skyline, its topography, and its backdrop, makes itself perfectly clear and you know you are somewhere unique. In just 44 miles from Bellingham WA, you are clearly in an international destination. The accent has changed, words are spelled in U.K. English, you have to convert kilometers and temperatures in your head, homes and condo towers have a slightly different look, the interpersonal vibe is different, there are multiple layers of taxes on your restaurant and hotel bills, and more. New Millennium Vancouver is a world-class city. While the U.S. has various major port cities on the Pacific, this is Canada's only major presence on its west coast and west of the Canadian Rockies. It's an interesting blend of culture, commerce, and natural beauty. Whether downtown or elsewhere in the metro, the sophistication is apparent in its shopping venues, office towers, museums, and the University of British Columbia. In terms of culture, Vancouver has always been a magnet for immigrants and transplants from Canada. There doesn't seem to be a "you shouldn't be here" vibe, and the city seems to have gotten over the circa 1997 inflow of money from Hong Kong in which neighborhoods of single-story homes saw homes razed to build symmetrical 2-story McMansions with the obligatory lions on each side of the entry. Prior to this, different communities of Europeans had their enclaves, mostly in the city's more working class eastern and southern suburbs, and most of the peoples of Europe were represented. Today, many of those people have died, and their offspring are Vancouverites and Canadians to the bone. Old money Anglos have always dominated the chunk of Vancouver that is an almost rectangular peninsula west of Oak, such as Point Grey and areas near UBC, with stunning views or forested streets. They also tend to live on the North Shore, which is technically not Vancouver. However, all of this is changing. I had to laugh upon this last visit to YVR. It is British Columbia for a reason. I believe the old Canadian flag had the Union Jack somewhere on it. While T-O has unmistakably British sounding streets like King and Queen, the naming of streets in Vancouver's center makes one think they are sitting at a pow-wow of mucky-mucks at Big Ben. Think Howe, Seymour, Robson, Denman, Nelson, Davie, Hastings, Thurlow, Burrard, and Smithe. In terms of weather, it is much like Seattle, except about 2F cooler. The best time to go is in summer, when it is in the low to mid 80sF and dry. However, Vancity is a great destination any time. I would say the top 10 attractions are: 1) Stanley Park, 2) Granville Island, 3) Queen Elizabeth Park, 4) Canada Place/Gastown/a SeaBus ride, 5) points of learning such as Science Center and the Anthropology Museum at UBC, among others, 6) Chinatown, 7) trendy Kitsilano and its Jericho and Spanish Banks beaches, 8) funky Commercial Drive, 9) viewing mansions in Point Grey or near the University Endowment Lands, and 10) exploring the different flavors of downtown - Robson St. (high end shopping), Davie Village (eclectic and liberal), Yaletown (yuppified), and Georgia St. (business towers and Hotel Vancouver). Does Vancouver have problems? Yes. There is a drug infested zone around Hastings and Main, and in both directions from there. Somewhere in that area, there is a place known as "Needle Park." There is poverty and angst along and near East Hastings. Living well has become expensive, being a coveted destination, which has pushed people out to far suburbs or over to the province of Alberta. Some immigrants lament that they feel a little out of place vis-a-vis the local social conventions, but appreciate that Vancouver has opened a door for them. Lastly, some Eastern Canadians from Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritimes say that the vibe isn't like back home and some don't stay. Doesn't that sound like the U.S., too, though? Anyone I've ever shown around Vancouver loves it. read more

First time visitor to Vancouver in May and this city has been on my mind ever since I've left. This city, the people, the food, the culture left me craving for more that I immediately started to look up flights to come back because I feel that I have so much more to see, hear and taste. The weather in May wasn't that bad, highest was 68F with the lowest at 50. My favorite highlights: Capliano Suspension Bridge, Fable for brunch and Republic for nightlife. Everyone that we met were very welcoming and easy to talk too, minus a couple of cab drivers who chose to keep to themselves. Can't wait to come back... read more

Vancouver is my home and always will be. I will be honest in stating that I've contemplated moving to another province due to economic reasoning, however, there are various reasons that keep me here in spite of the economy. I agree that the cost of living doesn't match the wage that is given in the city. In reality what city realistically has a matching cost of living against the wage? The ones that do exist have other shortfalls. I grew up in Vancouver, therefore, I have at least 3 decades under my belt to talk about in terms of the pros and cons of the city. In true Isabelle Guns fashion I am going to start with a few of the positives. The city is beautiful, the air is clean and we have such great scenery that is a million dollar view. This city has encouraged me to be healthy by taking long walks in the parks, awesome hikes with my best friend, trips to the mountains, well maintained golf courses with my uncle etc. The weather can get depressing, however, there is something about the rain that is comforting if you're inside. Outside not too much. One or two days I can handle, however, 5 in a row makes me grumpy. The summers are hot, however, not blistering. Winters can get cold but not as bad as AB or Winnipeg. Transit in the city. In spite of our spenditure issues against Translink, the system is way better than other cities that I've visited. There is lots of room to grow with Translink but next to other cities I've been to I was lucky to get a bus at all. I already wrote a long 500 word rant on Translink alone but you get the picture. There is a developing eatery scene in Vancouver that is slowly emerging including in areas that were once considered undesirable IE: Hastings. We will never be Portland. I find that Vancouver is trying to aim to be more LA and less Portland in terms of the food scene which ultimately will result in a lot of closers. We still haven't been able to solidify our identity in the eat scene. We are slowly getting at par with Portland in terms of their craft beer scene. BC medical at one point used to be fabulous, however, the well is drying up. The basic services that used to be free are now costing money. I let the guy I am dating feel my breasts for an examination 'cause I am too cheap to get one done in spite of breast cancer in my family. Here is where it gets really nasty about the city so brace yourself. I will try and be as polite as I can and offend as less of people as possible in the process. I've lived here all my life. My parents immigrated the hard and legal way. They came to the country, established a business, encouraged the kids to speak English and French only so that we had a chance of a job in the city, he put Merry Christmas on his Main Street store front not this "Happy Holiday's" political bullshit and he conformed 100% to the countries traditions and standards with no expectations of Canada conforming to him based on comfort. Sadly my father passed when I was 16 but he would be rolling in his grave right now if he ever read the job boards on Craigslist. My dad invested so much effort into ensuring that my sister and I learned enough French so that we would have a good job in Canada. I am sorry but French and Canada are the official languages in Canada not Mandarin and not Chinese. I am really tired of reading job boards in the lower mainland that make me disqualified for jobs 'cause I don't speak either. I am tired of the signs being Chinese or Mandarin only. I am all for multiculturalism but not when entitlement and expectations are involved. I was raised by both my parents to go through life without the attitude of entitlement. Secondly, the cost of buying homes in Vancouver and the real estate market. My best friend's mom is a real estate agent, therefore, the conversations on this can get very colorful and interesting to say the least. Foreign buying is what is hurting locals from every buying a home and making roots in Vancouver. Our generation are considered "floaters." I love and live in Vancouver but the truth is that I have no roots to make my mom 'cause foreign buying is driving the market up. I feel like a visitor in my own country which is a shame. The government needs to regulate this. Too many of our historic and character buildings are being torn down to accommodate foreign housing purchases. Vancouver is slowly looking colorless and monotone in the process. When people say that Vancouver is very anti-social they're right. I have had no issues publically with making friends and striking conversation, however, I can see how we get this reputation. We need to stop being so self centered in our hand held devices and talk to each other. If someone says hello to you we need to get this notion out of our head that the other person wants anything more than a simple conversation or a friendly gesture. This one is for the LADIES......not every man who talks to you is trying to hit on you. Get over yourself. read more

Beautiful diverse city! One must go here when in BC!