This stunning 1906 red-brick station with a clock tower modeled on the Campanile di San Marco in Venice is a major train hub for Amtrak and Sounder rail service serving Vancouver, Tacoma and Portland. En savoir plus .
Although it seems long overdue, at last Amtrak Cascades is now making a Wi-Fi service available this month (January 2011). Another great reason to consider rail travel. See Facebook link for details. En savoir plus .
This Skytrain Station stop is the closest link from Pacific Central train station to Vancouver's downtown. Have fare ready to purchase Skytrain ticket (~ $2.50 CDN). Skytrain runs every 3 min or so. En savoir plus .
The Listel Hotel in Vancouver's West End is a great hotel to retreat from Robson Street's bustling shopping district. Clean, comfortable rooms offer quiet and the hotel is close to izakayas and cafes. En savoir plus .
Centrally located near Downtown Vancouver's West End and financial district, the Hyatt Regency Vancouver offers reasonably-priced clean spacious and contemporary-styled rooms. Close to Skytrain. En savoir plus .
Burrard Street's Cactus Club Cafe is a stylish and modern perch for sipping cocktails and people-watching under copper Poul Henningsen lamps. Enjoy grilled salmon and salad with friends after work. En savoir plus .
The Empire Granville 7 is one of VIFF's prominent venues each September - October. Check out some incredible cinema from around the world. Great central location, close to hotels, shops and cafes. En savoir plus .
The Pacific Cinematheque has been home to many great independent film screenings for over 30 years. It's also a key venue when VIFF rolls around in Oct, but its hard-backed seats need an upgrade. En savoir plus .
Vancity Theatre is probably the best cinema in the Pacific Northwest. Hands down. Its comfortable and roomy seats are luxurious. Check back in Sep-Oct for VIFF screening films from across the globe. En savoir plus .
The Templeton on Granville is a good breakfast and lunch counter serving up strong coffee and old-school egg breakfasts and pancakes in a retro chrome interior. Wake up with hearty fare and good food. En savoir plus .
This cavernous Yaletown establishment has been a favorite for locals over the years. Studded with chapel candles and pulsing electronica ambience, meet up with friends for drinks after work or dinner. En savoir plus .
Great downtown bookstore presence in Vancouver near Robson Square. Drop by for a coffee, pick out some fresh reads, gift a Kobo e-reader to a friend and explore the city's best magazine rack in town. En savoir plus .
Keefer Fizz - Gin, Lavender, Lemongrass, Lemon, Egg White, Floral Tincture. Simply Amazing & Delicious. Exceptional Atmosphere. En savoir plus .
Need batteries, sound-cancelling headphones or USB drives? Looking for something to pimp your iPhone? Look no further than Future Shop in downtown Van. Huge tech selection in central location. En savoir plus .
Popular Korean grocery chain has a convenient central location in downtown Vancouver. Take escalators upstairs and find fresh produce, beverages and snacks. Get a quick bite from their food court. En savoir plus .
Nesters Market is a great urban market in Vancouver's Granville / Yaletown neighborhood. Fresh produce, breakfast items, snacks, and yogurt are quick pick-up items for travelers and nearby residents. En savoir plus .