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  • Colin F
    Toronto, Canada926 contributions
    One of the best in the world
    While not wanting to see Vancouver any busier than it already is, I have to say that no trip here is complete without a walk along English Bay. Touch the Pacific, people watch, count the freighters, sit on a log with an ice cream - it's fantastic in a mellow, westy coasty kinda way.
    Review of: English Bay
    Written May 23, 2023
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  • HolidaymakerfromHove
    Brighton and Hove, UK1,513 contributions
    Aqua bus from Hornby to Granville Island……
    We crossed false creek in an aqua bus to visit Granville Island. Very scenic waterway. The aqua bus was good fun and we got some good pictures from the water
    Review of: False Creek
    Written May 8, 2023
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  • MikeB1952
    Santa Fe, NM1,040 contributions
    Wilderness in the City
    This is our third visit to Vancouver. For some reason this time I appreciated how densely populated the downtown area is. Lots and lots and lots of tightly packed high-rise apartments. With all of the development, Vancouver has done a wonderful job with Stanley Park and a host of urban hiking trails. The Lost Lagoon is one.

    While waiting for a harbor cruise, we took a hike on the trail. In only a few moments we went from an urban to a 'wilderness' area. The trail is great. Well maintained. And foliage on both sides. We were truly away from the city. We thoroughly enjoyed our hike.

    Oh, and there were a number of very small ducklings. Pretty neat.
    Review of: Lost Lagoon
    Written June 8, 2023
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  • Cynthia H
    Sausalito, CA15 contributions
    Unforgettable experience!
    What a phenomenal trip! Added bonus is receiving my ASA certification in catamaran sailing! Captain Mike taught the course for what was an incredible experience to be on the boat for six days. Worth every cent!
    Review of: My Own Sailboat
    Written March 10, 2023
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