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Tuesday, 11 June 2013

V is for VANCOUVER, BC

Am I not one of the luckiest people alive?  I was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, and have lived here most of my life.  I do love to travel, especially to Great Britain, France, and Italy. But when I fly home and come in over the Pacific Ocean with the mountains on my left, I can't help but wonder why I ever left, if only for a vacation.  I found this online at http://www.hellobc.com/vancouver.aspx:

Vancouver was recognized as the Top City in Canada in Condé Nast Traveler magazine's 2012 Readers' Choice Awards. The city was also named the Top Destination in Canada in TripAdvisor's 2012 Travelers' Choice awards, and was chosen as the world's "Most Liveable City" in 2010 by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), a title it has been awarded eight times since 2002.

Vancouver offers travellers both outstanding opportunities for outdoor adventure and the sophisticated amenities of a world-class city. Take advantage of the city's oceanside location, with plenty of green space and many recreation opportunities in the mountains 20 minutes north of downtown. After a busy day, linger over a glass of BC wine and a locally inspired meal, or unwind at one of Vancouver's unique spas. 

While this sea-level port city is known for its temperate climate, the surrounding snow-covered slopes are perfect for winter sports and breathtaking views of the city twinkling below. Vancouver is one of the few places in the world where it's possible to ski in the morning and sail in the afternoon.
I realize that every place in the world has its special and unique features, but who can argue with a place that has mountains, beaches, and scenery galore.  Yes, we get rain in the winter, but our rain is soft and sprinkly, not a hard and driving rain like you get in other rainy locations!  I seldom even need an umbrella!  Vancouver is a very welcoming city so come on and visit!

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26 comments:

  1. Tina´s PicStory11 June 2013 at 00:49

    great shots! :)

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  2. Reader Wil11 June 2013 at 03:10

    You certainly live in one of the most beautiful places in the world. I always wanted to travel to Canada, but... One daughter lives in Australia, and that is more important for me, and I am too old to do more travelling than this flight to Australia.
    Great introduction, Leslie!

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  3. Unknown11 June 2013 at 03:35

    I heard so much about Vancouver - and your pic show it! Am tinkering with my ipad in ,u hotel room, Yuscany Italy, and hope I can get to ABC's site to add my pic. Anyways, have a great week!

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  4. MERYL JAFFE, PhD - parent, psychologist, teacher, author...11 June 2013 at 04:32

    A VERITABLE wonderland!! Been there only once and hope some day to go back.

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  5. Kate11 June 2013 at 05:09

    Oh, yes! It is a delightful spot. Haven't visited there, but I think I definitely should since I've thought about it off and on through the years. People whom I have met from Vancouver definitely are special people.

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  6. Nana Jo11 June 2013 at 06:38

    As a blogger from Kamloops, BC, I couldn't agree with you more! Although I don't live there, I do claim Vancouver as part of me. It is MY city. Her vibrant beauty and grace are part of me.

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  7. A Colorful World11 June 2013 at 08:35

    Vancouver looks like a truly wonderful place to visit! And to be from! I can see why you are so proud of it.

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  8. Carver11 June 2013 at 08:43

    Wonderful shots and post about beautiful Vancouver.

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  9. Roger Owen Green11 June 2013 at 09:01

    OK - I have a question for y'all. Would you prefer bigger thumbnail pics (and a reduced number of pics per row), or more pics per row. I don't much care.

    Previous week there were 8 pics. Current set up allows 7. Can make pics bigger, and allow for 6.

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  10. Leslie:11 June 2013 at 09:29

    I like the 7 in a row, Roger. I think 6 might actually be too big.

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  11. Nonnie11 June 2013 at 10:56

    Vancouver also seems full of VITALITY! what beautiful scenes!

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  12. Martha11 June 2013 at 10:57

    A few years back I would have had no connections in Vancouver, but my husband's brother moved there about ten years ago and he loves it! Now I also have a cousin there. I think she loves it too. :)

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  13. Kay L. Davies11 June 2013 at 12:17

    I know what you mean about flying in. I get all goose-bumpy and think, "I'm home, I'm home" even though I now live in Alberta. We're coming out by car soon, to introduce our dog to her "cousins", and to meet my only Davies grandnephew, whiz madly around for a few days seeing as many family members as possible, then off again in a great mad whirl.
    One of these days, I'd like to come out by myself, get a hotel room right in the city, relax, and let everyone visit me. Here's hoping it isn't a room at VGH. LOL
    K

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  14. Gemma Wiseman11 June 2013 at 13:53

    Vancouver looks so picturesque! I have been close when I visited Alberta and Saskatchewan but that is all! Would so love to return and see this part of Canada!

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  15. Dina11 June 2013 at 14:03

    Mountains, water, and beautiful city--what else does a person need.

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  16. LONDONLULU11 June 2013 at 17:59

    I loved visiting Vancouver and seeing it through the eyes of a friend, a Vancouver native. Your city is indeed magnificent, as is this picture, and little wonder you miss it when traveling!

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  17. Shady Gardener11 June 2013 at 18:04

    What a great post!!! Vancouver is Very Versatile! :-)

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  18. Indrani11 June 2013 at 21:35

    Great choice for 'V'.
    I hope to visit some day.

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  19. Gattina11 June 2013 at 22:07

    Looks very interesting to visit !

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  20. Oakland Daily Photo11 June 2013 at 22:16

    You do your city proud. These shots of Vancouver are so inviting.

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  21. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪11 June 2013 at 23:14

    I almost went to Vancouver. I wanted to go by train from Windsor It would take 4 days, and I flew instead from Detroit to San Francisco.

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  22. Chrissy Brand12 June 2013 at 01:58

    Verily, visiting Vancouver one day I hope.

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  23. lotusleaf12 June 2013 at 03:24

    Beautiful city!

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  24. GreensboroDailyPhoto12 June 2013 at 05:45

    Nice to see Vancouver in all its glory!!! Just lovely.

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  25. MaiThreeBoyz12 June 2013 at 19:14

    Looks like you got everything in Vancouver, all that nature has to offer and so much more.

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  26. Unknown14 January 2014 at 08:43

    thanks for the great post, i got a lot of good information from it. did anyone else find this helpful as i did?

    peterjames23 | http://www.pentictonlakesideresort.com

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