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Fresh from Vancouver
11-06-2007
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| THE HOLIDAYS ARE JUST AROUND THE CORNER |
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Always an exciting place to be, Vancouver becomes even more alive during the holiday season. You are guaranteed to be surrounded by twinkling lights, festive scents, inviting flavours and the sound of carols. Ride the tram up to Grouse Mountain to visit Santa and his reindeer and then go ice skating on the outdoor rink. Take in as many artful displays of twinkling lights as you can handle at Stanley Park, VanDusen Botantical Gardens or even on the water thanks to the Carol Ship Parade of Lights. Hit the stores on seasonally-decorated and bustling Robson Street, head inside to one of the many malls, or go upscale at the new Holt Renfrew flagship store and check off your gift list with the help of your own personal shopper. Take a load off at the end of the day with a hot toddy in front of the fireplace at your hotel and then indulge in some perfect festive fare at one of Vancouver's many top restaurants. |
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| SANTA DROPS INTO TOWN EARLY DURING THE ROGERS SANTA CLAUS PARADE |
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Sunday, November 25, 1:00pm Santa Claus will make an early stop in Vancouver when the Rogers Santa Claus Parade marches through the centre of downtown on November 25. Grab a warm coat and hot chocolate and bring your family to this free and festive celebration. The parade route runs east along Georgia Street from Nicola Street, then south along Howe Street.
www.2007rogerssantaclausparade.com |
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| BRIGHT NIGHTS IN STANLEY PARK |
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November 30 - January 3 (closed Christmas Day), 3:00pm - 10:00pm
Nights of magic and illumination await visitors in the middle of Stanley Park. The Stanley Park holiday train has been a Christmas tradition for over 20 years with more than a million sparkling lights transforming the forest, train and children's farmyard. The train winds its way through the forest while the aroma of hot chocolate, fresh popcorn and roasted chestnuts brings back childhood memories. Kids can also visit Santa in his "living room" at the train station. Admission to the plaza is free. Tickets are required to ride the train and visit the farmyard: $7.50 for adults and $4.50 for children.
www.vancouver.ca/parks |
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| YULETIDE TRADITIONS AT GRANVILLE ISLAND |
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Weekends in December
Get into the spirit of the season at Granville Island this year. Experience the glimmer of island lights and enjoy a free ornament-making workshop. Marvel at the roving performers and sing along with the local musicians - all the while shopping for one-of-a-kind gifts that are sure to make your holidays sparkle.
www.granvilleisland.com |
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| KARAOKE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS TROLLEY TOUR |
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December 8 - 10 and December 15 - 24
Looking for a way to combine karaoke, Christmas tunes and spectacular holiday lights? Well, grab the mic and lead the chorus as the Vancouver Trolley Company offers a unique holiday journey. The evening begins at Canada Place and heads through the streets of Vancouver to Stanley Park for "Bright Nights in Stanley Park". The second stop is at VanDusen Botanical Gardens for the "Festival of Lights". It's enough holiday cheer to last you all the way to spring, and you don't want to miss it! Cost is $30 for adults and $20 for children.
www.vancouvertrolley.com |
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| CAROL SHIPS PARADE OF LIGHTS |
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December 1 - 23
This annual Christmas tradition began over 45 years ago with one boat decorated with Christmas lights in Coal Harbour. On peak evenings, this holiday tradition has grown to more than 80 decorated boats gliding through False Creek, over 150,000 twinkling lights and more than 45,000 singing voices. Hop aboard a boat charter to watch the show. The spectacle from the shore is free, while boat cruise reservations range from $20 to $60. Be sure to check the route schedule online as it changes periodically.
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