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 The forestry industry's perspective |
1055 Dunsmuir Plz Vancouver, BC V7X 1L3 Canada +1 604 685 7507 |
For those interested in the magnificent forests of British Columbia and how the resource is used and protected, this is the place to get the forest industry's perspective. Located in the "steel forest" of downtown, this visitor's centre includes 1,500 square feet of interactive displays, including models of harvesting operations, information on sustainability, and exhibits on wood as an environmentally friendly building material. There are maps, images, reports, videos, and other resources. Guided tours and lectures are available. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Social Activities Year-Round |
181 Roundhouse Mews Corner of Davie & Pacific Vancouver, BC V6Z 2W3 Canada +1 604 713 1800 http://www.roundhouse.ca/ |
This impressive community arts and recreation centre opened its doors in 1997 and is located in the eastside of downtown. Though its main aim is to provide community classes and social programs to the residential and commercial communities within the neighbourhood, the centre also serves the entire city. It offers a number of public, educational and entertaining activities, including exhibits, presentations, oral narratives, seminars and multimedia events with themes ranging from the environment to cultural differences. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One of the world's top airports |
3211 Grant McConachie Way Vancouver, BC V7B 1Y7 Canada +1 604 207 7077 http://www.yvr.ca |
This 3-runway airport is ranked as the 5th best in the world. With its state-of-the-art design, stunning architecture and impressive West Coast Aboriginal art, the airport is a pleasure to roam through on your way in or out of the city. Sixteen million people pass through here annually. Enjoy shopping, fine and fast food restaurants, and services like children's play areas, hotels and banking. It is located 20-minutes from downtown Vancouver and offers short and long term parking. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Downtown source for tourists |
200 Burrard Street Plaza Level Vancouver, BC V6C 3L6 Canada +1 604 683 2000 http://www.tourismvancouver.com |
Everything visitors need to know about the city is on hand at this tourist centre. Multilingual representatives provide accommodation bookings, car rentals, maps, brochures and everything else needed to enjoy the city. Located in the Waterfront Centre (the Station) and managed by the Downtown Vancouver Improvements Association, this is the resource to seek out when you are new in town. Along with the information centre, the group has set up kiosks throughout the downtown area. The attendants work only in the downtown area and can be identified by their casual navy uniforms. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Superb weekend destinations |
Vancouver Island Vancouver, BC Canada +1 604 683 2000 (Visitor Information Center) |
One of the top tourist destinations in the country, this quaint historical city is the most popular weekend and day trip from Vancouver. This picturesque capital city is 90 minutes by ferry from Vancouver. Visitors tread cobblestone streets, watch hanging baskets sway, and listen to the clip-clop of horse drawn carriages. Among the most popular attractions in and around Victoria are the Royal London Wax Museum, Empress Hotel, Miniature World, Crystal and Butchart Gardens, a replica of Anne Hathaway's thatch roof cottage and Craigdarroch Castle. See B.C. Ferries for more travel information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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