Vancouver

Vancouver is proof that humans can coexist peacefully with nature, where the high-rise buildings stretching towards the sky appear almost childlike in the shadow of the towering mountain peaks that loom in the distance. The city’s unique skyline gives views of the city, sea, and mountain alike, making Vancouver a place where you don’t have to sacrifice the culture and convenience of being in a metropolis for the peace of the natural world.

Biking or strolling through the sprawling Stanley Park will bring you to the famous Vancouver Seawall, the world’s longest uninterrupted waterfront pathway where you can clear your mind in a tranquil environment without ever having to leave the city’s borders. When you’re ready for more cosmopolitan excitement, head on over to trendy Gastown where hip eateries, bars, and galleries are housed in historical Victorian buildings. You’ll want to go hungry to Granville Island Public Market, a true Vancouver gem where colourful produce, craft beers, and artisan creations jump out at you from every angle.

Adventure awaits at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, where you can take a walk on the wild side as you dangle 70m above the Capilano River, giving you a birds-eye view of the verdant forest that surrounds you. Catch the sunset over English Bay from one of the city’s many west-facing beaches, like the aptly titled Sunset Beach, famous for the colours you’ll see painted across the sky.