Tourist Information Vancouver:
Vancouver, Canada is situated on the Pacific coast and is one of the world's most beautiful cities. Surrounded by mountains and water, Vancouver offers recreation, entertainment, professional sport and tourist attractions unlike any other city.
Thanks to the current low value of the Canadian dollar relative to the Euro, Pound and US dollar, food and accommodation is inexpensive by world standards.
Vancouver's mild west coast climate is comfortable year-round. Beautiful gardens, parks and hiking trails can be found throughout the city. The 4,000 foot mountains on Vancouver's north shore are snow-covered much of the year and provide gorgeous view and recreational opportunities.
There are many wonderful restaurants in Vancouver, including some fabulous fish restaurants in nearby Steveston Village, home to Canada's largest fishing fleet.
Popular recreational pastimes for Vancouverites include sailing, skiing, golfing, cycling and hiking. Three major ski hills are located within 30 minutes of the downtown core. Vancouver will be inviting the world to the winter Olympics in 2010.
Vancouver is also the gateway to the Rocky Mountains, the Whister Blackcomb ski resort, the capital city of Victoria and the state of Alaska. Cruise ships sail for Alaska daily during the peak summer vacation period.
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