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  • Things to Do in New Westminster Created: Thursday, May 16, 2013 Updated: Saturday, May 18, 2013
    Find heritage buildings, a lively riverfront district, and modern restaurants in New Westminster -- the historic first capital of British Columbia.
  • New Westminster Visitor Guide Created: Thursday, May 16, 2013 Updated: Saturday, May 18, 2013
    Find riverboat tours, trendy restaurants, and heritage architecture in New Westminster -- the province's first capital that's located southeast of Vancouver.
  • New Westminster Restaurants Created: Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Updated: Saturday, May 18, 2013
    Enjoy simple or inspired fare at these New Westminster restaurants, riverfront patios, and historic pubs.
  • Top Vancouver Beaches Created: Saturday, March 31, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 16, 2013
    Vancouver beaches are busiest in summer, when locals and visitors flock to the sandy shoreline to sun, swim, and socialize.
  • Best Night Markets in Richmond and Vancouver Created: Monday, May 21, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 13, 2013
    Asian-style night markets in Richmond and Vancouver make for a lively weekend attraction, thanks to food stalls that make dishes to order, importers with odd-ball wares, and plenty of curious shopp...
  • Tips for Seafood Fans in Vancouver Created: Sunday, May 12, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 13, 2013
    There's more to eating seafood than just picking a restaurant. Choose seasonal and sustainable delicacies for the best seafood dining experience in Vancouver.
  • Types of BC Seafood Created: Sunday, May 12, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 13, 2013
    You'll eat well in British Columbia, what with salmon, halibut, crab, oysters, and sea urchin all available locally. Here's a round-up of what seafood to expect on Vancouver restaurant menus.
  • Top Vancouver Seafood Restaurants Created: Friday, May 10, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 13, 2013
    Vancouver's seafood restaurants serve up excellent ocean fare, including local salmon and halibut, spot prawns, and oysters. And most also cook up a mean fish and chips.
  • Best Vancouver Shopping Streets Created: Monday, April 09, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 02, 2013
    Vancouver's mild climate means that the best shops are not tucked away in malls, but instead line neighborhood blocks along Robson Street, West Fourth Avenue, and Main Street, among others.
  • Contact Information for the About.com Vancouver Travel Guide Created: Monday, December 19, 2011 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
    Find out how to get in touch with the About.com Vancouver Travel Guide.
  • Photos of BC Wildlife - Grizzlies, Elk, Eagles, and More Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
    Two wild grizzly bears fish for salmon just on the U.S. side of the BC-Alaska border, at Fish Creek.
  • Wildlife Watching in British Columbia Created: Friday, April 26, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
    Grizzlies fishing for salmon, orca whales cruising the Georgia Strait, and elk feeding alongside the highway are among the many wildlife watching opportunities you can find in British Columbia's va...
  • Tips for Wildlife Viewing in BC Created: Friday, April 26, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
    Choose the ideal location, time of day, and guide to help you have the best wildlife watching experience.
  • Victoria Day in Vancouver Created: Thursday, May 31, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, April 24, 2013
    Enjoy the Victoria Day long weekend in or outside of Vancouver, whether you head to a campground, cottage, or city beach.
  • Beautiful Vancouver Gardens Created: Thursday, March 21, 2013 Updated: Sunday, April 21, 2013
    There's a surprising diversity amongst Vancouver's lush gardens, be it the classical Chinese garden in Chinatown or giant west coast trees among rare plantings at UBC. Explore the city's parks and ...
  • Things to Do in Harrison Hot Springs Created: Sunday, August 26, 2012 Updated: Sunday, April 21, 2013
    Find hot springs soaks, lakes swims, patio dinners, and garden walks in Harrison Hot Springs. Attractions in the village are geared to active, relaxed vacationers.
  • Minter Gardens in Photos Created: Sunday, April 21, 2013 Updated: Sunday, April 21, 2013
    Stroll through lovely flowerbeds at 32-acre (13-hectare) Minter Gardens.
  • Best Irish Pubs in Vancouver Created: Monday, March 11, 2013 Updated: Saturday, April 20, 2013
    It's not only on St. Patrick's Day that Vancouver channels the Gaelic spirit. These Irish pubs and bars offer pints and Celtic music throughout the year.
  • Top 10 Nightclubs in Vancouver Created: Wednesday, April 10, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 15, 2013
    Planning a night out in Vancouver? Whether you are dancing with friends, celebrating a birthday, or partying for a stagette, Vancouver nightclubs offer great music and late-night fun.
  • Thai Basil - West End Restaurant Review Created: Monday, April 15, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 15, 2013
    Savor favorite Thai dishes at this tiny West End restaurant, or get take-out and head down to the beach.
  • Vancouver's Best Thai Restaurants Created: Sunday, April 14, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 15, 2013
    Be it a modern Kitsilano dining room or tiny take-out counter in the West End, Vancouver Thai restaurants are at once varied and delicious.
  • Vancouver Cooking Classes Created: Monday, April 08, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 08, 2013
    Discover Vancouver's local ingredients, fresh seafood, and international cuisines through cooking classes.
  • Things to Do on Granville Island Created: Thursday, January 24, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 08, 2013
    Granville Island is among Vancouver's top attractions, mainly because the small peninsula in False Creek offers so many things to do. Be among the 10 million annual visitors who come to shop the pu...
  • Edible Canada Created: Thursday, May 31, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 08, 2013
    Dine on Granville Island to sample the best Canadian specialties, be it seafood, steaks, or local produce.
  • Top Pacific Northwest Restaurants Created: Monday, May 07, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 08, 2013
    Smoked salmon, free-range venison, and local beets are some of the local ingredients that appear in Pacific Northwest dishes at Vancouver restaurants.
  • Shopping at Vancouver Markets Created: Tuesday, May 01, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 08, 2013
    Shop at a variety of Vancouver markets, selling everything from local vegetables to designer fashions, handmade crafts, and seasonal gifts.
  • What is Pacific Northwest Cuisine? Created: Sunday, April 29, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 08, 2013
    Dishes like alder-grilled salmon, Pacific oysters, and venison stew make Pacific Northwest cuisine restaurants the highlight of dining in Vancouver.
  • Granville Island Shopping Guide Created: Thursday, January 31, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 08, 2013
    Whether you're looking for a postcard or piece of art, the shops on Granville Island have it covered. Artisan studios, fashion boutiques, and arts supplies stores all hind a home in the neighborhoo...
  • Art on Granville Island Created: Thursday, January 31, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 08, 2013
    Granville Island is one of Vancouver's most vibrant arts districts. The tiny neighborhood is home to artist studios, contemporary galleries, an arts university, and performance venues.
  • Granville Island Visitor Guide Created: Monday, January 28, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 08, 2013
    Millions visit Granville Island each year to eat at the market, visit artist studios, and stay at the neighborhood's only hotel. This Granville Island visitor guide covers where to go, stay, and di...
  • Granville Island Nightlife Created: Thursday, January 24, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 08, 2013
    Granville Island’s nightlife is all about arts and entertainment -- with live theater, improv performances, and music venues. You'll have plenty to do come nightfall.
  • Vancouver Food Tours Created: Monday, April 08, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 08, 2013
    Get to know Vancouver's food and dining scene with a guided tour. Explore the Granville Island Public Market, eat dim sum in Chinatown, or sip your way through Fraser Valley wine country.

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