All Around Vancouver

Vancouver is made up of a number of distinct cities and districts. Each of these
areas has a unique set of characteristics. When amalgamated together into the
"Lower Mainland" or "Metro Vancouver" the distinctiveness is blurred. So lets unpack
this city and take a look at what makes up our metropolis.

Yaletown: Yaletown begins near Vancouver's football stadium, BC Place, and hockey
rink, GM Place, and runs along the south east edge of the downtown core. Yaletown is home
to high rise condominiums, and trendy restaurants. Because it is the product of the late 90s, early
2000s property boom everything in this neighborhood has a distinct new feel to it.

Gastown: Gastown is located directly across from Yaletown, on the north east corner
of the downtown peninsula. It is the original downtown core of Vancouver, and was
labeled a national historic site of Canada in 2009. Tourists generally flock to the
steam clock, one of the oldest landmarks in the city, located on the corner of
Cambie and Water street. Gastown is home to many gastro-pubs and trendy
nightclubs making it the place to be at all hours of the day.

Coal Harbour: The neighborhood of Coal Harbour really epitomizes modern
day Vancouver. It overlooks marinas and rowing clubs to the west, the lush
greenery of Stanley Park to the north, and the Burrard and Howe street
financial district to the south. Coal Harbour is the awe inspiring intersection
of city, park, and ocean. A trip to Vancouver isn't complete without a visit
to this magnificent area.

North Vancouver: North Vancouver is an urban enclave set across from
the rugged North Shore mountains. North Vancouver, or North Van, as the
locals call it is a true west coast city. Its well known as an urban escape
as it has a strong reputation for excellent hiking and mountain biking trails.
If you happen to be in this area, make sure you check out the hiking trails
through Lynn Canyon park, and if you aren't afraid of heights the Lynn Canyon
Suspension bridge.

Kitsilano: Kitsilano is a young up and coming neighborhood on the
west side of Vancouver. Demographically, the area is comprised
of students and those under 40. It is home to many yoga studios,
organic markets, and cafes. LuLu Lemon Athletica calls this
area home; the flagship store of the company is planted
on Broadway street in this neighborhood.

Burnaby: Burnaby is a suburb located to the east of
Vancouver. The telecommunications giant Telus
is headquartered here, and many high tech firms
such as Electronic Arts, Ballard Power Systems, Rogers,
and Eastman Kodak have significant operations here.
Vancouver Film Studios and The Bridge studios also
call this area home. Simon Fraser University's main
campus lies atop of Burnaby Mountain in the northwest corner of the city.