Travel tips for Vancouver from #Homestaychat
Last Monday we hosted our latest #Homestaychat – this time we focused on Vancouver. We asked people what are their favourite neighbourhoods there and more. If you’re thinking of going to here, check out our homestays in Vancouver. If you want to pick up some tips, read on...
Q1. What’s your favourite neighbourhood in Vancouver?
@TVANMedia I love the Kitsilano vibe -- where transients and locals collide in the coolest 'hood. From the beach to the pubs. #Homestaychat
@TVANMedia We love Stanley park area! - Voted the best park in the world for a reason :) #Homestaychat
@TVANMedia Q.1- I am a big fan of Mount pleasant - Main Street area! Always something to do: parks, bars, restos etc.. #Homestaychat
Main Street is really up and coming area too with all of the new breweries opening up! #BreweryCrawl #HomeStayChat
@TVANMedia Westend of course ;) Lived right down at sunset beach for 4 years #homestaychat
Q2. What’s the best thing to do in the great outdoors in Vancouver?
Me: Walk the trails in Stanley Park, #Vancouver's Crown Jewel! Q2. What’s the best thing to do in the great outdoors? #Homestaychat
A2. Any city where you can ski & shop in the same day is impressive. My vote goes to skiing #Vancouver #Homestaychat
best thing to do in the great outdoors in Vancouver - @bardonthebeach +BBQ on fireworks night #homestaychat
A2. Hiking in Vancouver! Deep Cove Lookout Trail, Stanley Park, Burnaby Mountain...the list goes on. #homestaychat
Gotta love exploring Lighthouse Park in West Vancouver -- such gorgeous trails with a spectacular view of Vancouver #Homestaychat
Q3. What’s the best dish (meal) to try in Vancouver, and where’s the best place to try it?
A3. Has got to be Chinese food! So much to choose from: dim sum, HK style cafes, noodles. #homestaychat
A3. For us, choosing the best meal in Vancouver is easy - it's the Japa Dog :) (Read about it here http://t.co/1Lnv0mNnvc) #Homestaychat
A3. Can't go wrong with a big bowl of ramen on a rainy day from Kintaro (Denman) or Santouka (Robson) #HomestayChat
RT @michelle_au: .@HelloBC @Miss604 For dim sum, I'd def recommend Neptune or Parklane in Richmond! #nomnom #Homestaychat
Q4. Day trips - what are the best ones from Vancouver?
@Miss604 Harrison hot springs and Cultus lake #homestaychat
@Homestaycom First place that comes to mind? Bowen Island. Vancouver's best kept secret. 20 min by ferry to an island retreat! #homestaychat
@TVANMedia @GoWhistler is a great day trip. So is Deep Cove. #homestaychat
A4. I'm absolutely loving #SquamishBC lately. Outdoor Recreation Capital of Canada! @squamishtown #Homestaychat
A4. Sea to Sky Highway from Vancouver to Whistler. Beautiful drive and Whistler is also gorgeous and fun. #homestaychat
A4. Best day trip from Vancouver for me is a trip to Fraser Valley Wine Country. Can't beat wine tasting :) #Homestaychat
Q5. What’s your favourite bar / pub / nightclub in Vancouver?
@TVANMedia A5. Easy: @AlibiRoom. BEST #craftbeer selection in city. They carry the most diverse and unique local brews #Homestaychat
A5. My favourite pub in Vancouver is the Railway Pub on Dunsmuir St. Good spot for live music & sporting events #Homestaychat
@Miss604 A5. Past my bar/nightclub years, but really enjoyed my first visit to gastropub @thefatbadger yesterday #Homestaychat #vancouver
A5. Always a great night sipping whiskey @TheIrishHeather, a delicious cocktail @pourhouse_van, or craft beer @CRAFTbeeryvr #Homestaychat
@OneDayInACity Nightclub picks: @Celebrities_Van and @FortuneSound host some of the best nights out. #Homestaychat #vancouver
Q6. What’s your favourite street in Vancouver?
A6. My favourite street for the view is coming down Cambie to reach the bridge! For the atmosphere: Main street, no doubt #homestaychat!
@OneDayInACity Denman "connecting" English Bay with Coal Harbour, with great cafes, suhsi places and restaurants. #Homestaychat
A6. Stanley Park Drive, perhaps. RT @Homestaycom Q6. What’s your favourite street in Vancouver? #Homestaychat
favourite street in Vancouver...4th Ave. for (current clothes) shopping, markets (inc. organic), restaurants, near the beach #homestaychat
A6. Many faves that lead to shopping + adventures @RobsonStreet @ShopWest4th @GranvilleStreet #Homestaychat
If you're planning a trip to Vancouver, these tips should help your trip be a more memorable one. And if you're looking for accommodation there, check out out homestays in Vancouver.
Written by Colm Hanratty
Colm first got the travel bug when he went to Australia in 1999 on a working holiday visa. Since then he hasn’t looked back.
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