Vancouver
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- karj0
Vancouver is a fine city, but it's the close proximity to outdoor activity that (in my mind) makes it what it is.
If you want a walk in the woods, the Seymour Demonstration Forest is nice. There's a big suspension bridge (free) out that way, and some beautiful wooded areas.
If you like mountain biking, there's a lot of terrain on the North Shore—however, lots of it is pretty advanced. I thought I was a decent rider until I spent some time up there.
Deep Cove is beautiful. Rent an ocean kayak and take in the sights, from the water. Then get an awesome/heart-stopping donut at Honey's Donuts.
Spanish Banks at low tide (you can check tide info online) is amazing. We often take our dog and walk out for about a mile, and hardly see anyone. That said you really need low tide for this to be pleasant; otherwise, you end up at what feels like an outdoor mall with sand.
The city:
Gastown has some neat spots, but is reaching "Peak Hipster." Lots of good little restaurants and such, though. Bestie is kind of fun: currywurst and fries (very hipster, but tasty). East Van Coffee Roasters is awesome: good coffee, and they hand make chocolate on premises—the profits go into social programs.
Miku sushi may be the best sushi I've ever tasted. Not cheap at ~$25 a plate, but pretty amazing value compared to any other city—and really, really, really good.
Have a fun trip!
- Gastown hasn't been hipster for a while now. It's full yuppie.futuremongolian