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See. Stanley Park↗×2 pubs Hike, watch whales, or relax on the beaches from May to September. Vancouver Crow Nesting Zone Witness a massive crow migration at dusk or dawn along Still Creek Drive. Cherry Blossom Festival↗ Experience this festival during the shoulder seasons for fewer crowds.

Eat. spot prawns Try this local delicacy, available only from May to June. Dine Out Vancouver↗ Enjoy prix-fixe menus at this festival in January and February. The Keefer Bar↗ Visit for its well-stocked shelves and unique atmosphere.

Stay. Westin Bayshore↗ Great for families with two pools and proximity to Stanley Park. Gastown↗ Stay in this neighborhood for chic studios and local experiences. Mount Pleasant Consider a trendy townhouse in this area, ideal for families.

National GeographicOct 17, 2026

Is This the Most Glamorous Way to Travel Through Italy?

A ride on the most glamorous train in the world certainly lives up to its reputation: with private butlers, Michelin-starred meals and the maximalist luxury of an onboard band.

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 14

The Best Airports in the World for Art, According to the “Oscars of the Aviation Industry”

From Denver to Mumbai, these artsy airports show that beauty can still be found in the most stressful of places.

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Lonely PlanetOct 9

10 Best Rail Journeys in the USA

See the best of the USA with our picks of America

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  • Rocky MountaineerPlaceScenic train routes through mountain country from Vancouver.
  • Elsewhere
  • Arches National ParkSightMoab, United StatesNearby national park accessible from Moab.
  • California ZephyrPlaceChicago, United StatesRuns from Chicago to California, a 2438-mile journey.
  • Empire BuilderPlaceChicago, United StatesConnects Chicago to Seattle or Portland through mountains.
  • Coast StarlightPlaceSeattle, United StatesTraces Pacific cliffs from Seattle to Los Angeles.
  • Durango & Silverton steam trainPlaceDurango, United StatesHeritage steam train through San Juan Mountains.
  • Canyon SpiritPlaceDenver, United StatesScenic train through Glenwood Canyon and Utah deserts.
  • Asher Adams hotelHotelSalt Lake City, United StatesIn Salt Lake City's former Union Station, built 1909.
  • Golden Spike National Historical ParkSightSalt Lake City, United StatesSite of first transcontinental railroad meeting.
  • California State Railroad MuseumMuseumSacramento, United StatesVolunteer guides narrate journey between Reno and Sacramento.
  • Cascade RangeSightSeattle, United StatesSnowcapped mountains seen on the Coast Starlight route.
  • Glacier Park LodgeHotelEast Glacier, United StatesHistoric log-cabin style lodge built in 1913.
  • Columbia River GorgeSightPortland, United StatesNational Scenic Area with thick forest and cliffs.
  • Sunset LimitedPlaceNew Orleans, United StatesSouthernmost Amtrak line, rolls along bayous and river.
  • Huey P Long BridgeSightNew Orleans, United StatesCrosses Mississippi River 153ft above water.
  • Pecos River High BridgeSightNew Mexico, United StatesOnce tallest bridge in the country, over Pecos River.
  • Pacific SurflinerPlaceLos Angeles, United StatesOceanside train route from Los Angeles to San Diego.
  • Amtrak CascadesPlaceEugene, United StatesRoute from Eugene, OR to Vancouver, Canada.
  • Adirondack routePlaceNew York, United StatesTrain journey through vineyards and past lakes.
  • Hudson ValleyNeighborhoodNew York, United StatesVerdant vineyards seen from the Adirondack route.
  • Lake ChamplainSightNew York, United StatesWith a length of 107 mi (172 km) and surface area over 500 sq mi (1,295 km2), it lies mostly between the U.S.
  • Glenwood CanyonSightDenver, United StatesWinding canyon in Colorado seen on Canyon Spirit.
  • Puget SoundSightSeattle, United States
  • Glacier National ParkSightEast Glacier, United States
  • Lake GeorgeSightNew York, United States
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Condé Nast TravelerOct 8

20 Best Hotels in Vancouver for Nature, Seawall Views, and Rooftop Pools

If you're looking for a place to stay, the West Coast city isn't short on options.

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6

The Best Train Trips in the World: 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards

The world’s most swoon-worthy train trips, from the rugged Peruvian highlands to the romantic Canadian Rockies.

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 13

23 Best Airbnbs in Vancouver for Proximity to Nature, Culture, and Delicious Cuisine

From a funky floating home to a chic studio in Gastown, these standout stays let you experience Vancouver’s neighborhoods like a local.

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 6

Vancouver’s Best Family-Friendly Hotels, From a Local Who Has Tried Them All

From mini robes to pizza-making classes, these Vancouver hotels make family stays fun for everyone.

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  • Stanley ParkParkPractically your backyard at the Westin Bayshore.
  • Granville Island Public MarketMarketRight outside the Granville Island Hotel.
  • The Westin BayshoreHotelA true child of the 1960s—in a mid-century architectural way—the Bayshore has been a local landmark for decades.
  • Stanley Park SeawallTrailBike rentals available to pedal straight to it.
  • Fairmont WaterfrontHotelRooftop pool overlooks the harbor and North Shore mountains.
  • Canada PlaceSightIt is home to the Vancouver Convention Centre East Building, the Pan Pacific Vancouver Hotel, the Vancouver World Trade…
  • Coal HarbourNeighborhoodIt has also now become the name of the neighbourhood adjacent to its southern shoreline.
  • FlyOver CanadaSightExperience absolute awe at Flyover in Vancouver.
  • Granville Island HotelHotelRooms and restaurant overlook boats and floating homes.
  • Kids MarketSightAn easy walk from the Granville Island Hotel.
  • The BurrardHotelCourtyard has ping-pong and a firepit.
  • Robson StreetNeighborhoodShopping is steps away from The Burrard.
  • YaletownNeighborhoodSteps away from The Burrard.
  • JW Marriott Parq VancouverHotelChic waterfront hotel between BC Place and Rogers Arena.
  • BC PlaceSightLocated at the north side of False Creek, it is owned and operated by the BC Pavilion Corporation (PavCo), a Crown…
  • Rogers ArenaSightOpened in 1995, the arena was known as General Motors Place from its opening until July 6, 2010, when General Motors…
  • False CreekSightStroll the waterfront to get to Science World.
  • Science WorldMuseumStart us off on the ground floor.
  • Pan Pacific VancouverHotelHeated rooftop saltwater pool and hot tub open year-round.
  • Sylvia HotelHotelHeritage boutique hotel built in 1912.
  • English Bay BeachSightDirectly across from the Sylvia Hotel.
  • Pinnacle Hotel at the PierHotelFive-lane heated pool for kids to burn energy.
  • Lower LonsdaleSuburbHeart of the lively Shipyards District.
  • Lonsdale QuayFerry terminalStep outside the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier.
  • Capilano Suspension BridgeSightClose by the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier.
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Lonely PlanetAug 28

Best Things to Eat and Drink in Vancouver

Vancouver is an exceptional city to explore via food and drink. From star seafood spots to incredible Asian to award-winning restaurants, these are our top picks.

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National GeographicAug 14

This Retro Train May Be the Least Stressful Way to Travel Canada

A writer traveling on a four-day trip aboard The Canadian finds himself going back to a less-complicated time—with 1950s decor and no Wi-Fi.

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Lonely PlanetAug 12

The best time to visit Vancouver

These seasonal tips on weather, attractions and events will help you decide the best time for your visit to Vancouver.

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 10

Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma Casts Vancouver Island as Its Final Girl

A reclusive actress living in the woods, an anonymous serial killer, and an aspiring filmmaker make the most of Vancouver's vistas.

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  • Flesh PalaceSightLittle Death's lair built on a sound stage
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  • Camp MiasmaPlaceVancouver Island, Canadaoriginal slasher film location
  • Billy PresleyPlaceVancouver Island, Canadaactress who played the final girl
  • Lake CowichanNeighborhoodVancouver Island, Canadasmall town with mountain views
  • Camp BarnardPlaceVancouver Island, Canadafilming location on east side of island
  • Camp PringlePlaceVancouver Island, Canadafilming location on west side of island
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Condé Nast TravelerAug 7

15 Best Places to Visit in Canada for First Nations History, Quebecois Cuisine, and Dinosaur Bones

O Canada, how we love you.

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Lonely PlanetJul 15

15 of the best places in Canada

Breathtaking mountains, lively cities and natural wonders.

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  • Stanley ParkParkThick rainforest near downtown.
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  • Montréal International Jazz FestivalFestivalMontreal, CanadaThe Festival international de Jazz de Montréal is an annual jazz festival held in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
  • Maid of the MistPlaceNiagara Falls, CanadaBoat tour to feel the thunderous spray up close.
  • Niagara Glen hiking trailTrailNiagara Falls, CanadaTakes you through ancient forests and rugged terrain.
  • Greater Niagara Circle RouteTrailNiagara Falls, CanadaScenic biking adventure.
  • Wildplay ZiplinePlaceNiagara Falls, CanadaOffers unmatched views of the falls.
  • Audain Art MuseumMuseumWhistler, CanadaDesigned by Patkau Architects and opened to the public in 2016, it holds a comprehensive permanent collection of…
  • Squamish Lil'wat Cultural CentreMuseumWhistler, CanadaVisit Whistler's First Nations museum, tours, art gallery, exhibitions, gift shop, cafe, tourist attraction, events…
  • Royal Tyrrell MuseumMuseumDrumheller, CanadaHome to one of the planet's pre-eminent fossil collections.
  • ManitoulinNeighborhoodManitoulin Island, CanadaWorld's largest freshwater island with First Nations culture.
  • Sylvia Grinnell ParkParkIqaluit, CanadaLandscape on Baffin Island, Nunavut.
  • Canadian RockiesSightCalgary, CanadaStraddles British Columbia and Alberta, offers national parks.
  • Pacific Rim National ParkSightUcluelet, CanadaIt is located in the Pacific Coast Mountains, which are characterized by rugged…
  • West Coast TrailMotelPort Renfrew, CanadaIt is West Coast of Vancouver Island, a 2 hour drive from Victoria, BC.
  • ChinatownNeighborhoodToronto, Canada
  • GreektownNeighborhoodToronto, Canada
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Atlas ObscuraJul 1

Vancouver Crow Nesting Zone in Burnaby, British Columbia

If you want a unique bird and crow experience then this is a must. In Vancouver all crows in what we call the Lower Mainland which extends far beyond Vancouver come to roost in the same five block section. This is along the Still Creek Drive between Willingdon Avenue and Gilmour Avenue. The crows will leave at dawn and return at dusk in a massive migration that is loud and obvious. One of the b…

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 29

27 Adult Spring Break Destinations That Might Surprise You

Off-peak destinations with mild weather and fewer crowds, from Antigua to Holland.

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  • Vancouver IslandSightThe island is 456 kilometres (283 mi) in length, 100 kilometres (62 mi) in width at its widest point, and 32,100 square…
  • Elsewhere
  • Puerto RicoSightSan Juan, Puerto RicoLocated about 1,000 miles (1,600 km) southeast of Miami, Florida, between the Dominican…
  • Grand Canyon National ParkSightGrand Canyon Village, United StatesThe park's central feature is the Grand Canyon, a gorge of the Colorado River, which is often considered one of the…
  • BoliviaSightSucre, BoliviaIts geography primarily consists of an Andean region to the west and tropical lowlands to the east and north.
  • Costa RicaSightSan José, Costa RicaIt borders Nicaragua to the north, the Caribbean Sea to the northeast, Panama to the southeast, and the Pacific Ocean…
  • BelizeSightBelmopan, BelizeIt is bordered by Mexico to the north, the Caribbean Sea to the east, and Guatemala to the west and south.
  • St. ThomasSightCharlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin IslandsAfter a remodel and reopening in 2019, the Ritz-Carlton’s St.
  • Samaná BaySightSamaná, Dominican RepublicThe Yuna River flows into Samaná Bay, and it is located south of the town of Samaná and the Samaná Peninsula.
  • AnguillaSightThe Valley, AnguillaIt is one of the most northerly of the Leeward Islands in the Lesser Antilles, lying east of Puerto Rico and the Virgin…
  • Alentejo RegionSightÉvora, Portugalsampling the finest wines
  • HollandSightAmsterdam, The NetherlandsFrom the 10th to the 16th century, Holland proper was a unified political region within the Holy Roman Empire as a…
  • AntiguaSightSt. John's, Antigua and BarbudaIt is one of the Leeward Islands in the Caribbean region and the most populous island of the country of Antigua and…
  • Texas Hill CountrySightAustin, United States
  • Alabama's Gulf CoastSightGulf Shores, United States
  • PugliaSightBari, Italy
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National GeographicSep 11, 2018

10 Must-Have Experiences in British Columbia

Expand your travel horizons in British Columbia, a wild-and-scenic wonderland perched at the edge of the Pacific. The 530-mile Hot Springs Circle Route in the Kootenay Rockies connects eight of ...

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National GeographicAug 4, 2015

15 authentic ways to connect with Indigenous Canada

Exploring the traditions and culture of the Indigenous peoples of Canada provides unique opportunities for visitors looking for deeper travel experiences ...

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