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WHAT & WHERE
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WHY
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HOW
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EAT - CASUAL/FUN: $$$
Rodney's Oyster Bar
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Have we stepped into Cape Cod? Classic seafood in a laid back environment. Don't miss the deep fried oysters. Mmm.
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1228 Hamilton Street
604-609-0080
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EAT - UPSCALE: $$$$
West (Continental)
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5-star all the way. Often voted best restaurant in the city with an amazing menu, wine pairings, room & service to match.
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2881 Granville Street
604-738-8938, www.westrestaurant.com
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EAT - ETHNIC: $$$
Banana Leaf (Malaysian)
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An award winning local favourite. The famous "chili crab" leaves you forgetting the rain outside.
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1096 Denman Street
604-683-3333,
www.bananaleaf-vancouver.com
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EAT - BREAKFAST: $$$
Provence (French)
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Enjoy a False Creek harbour view and great people watching over a flawless brunch.
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1177 Marinaside Crescent, Yaletown 604-681-4144, www.provencevancouver.com
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CAFE':
Cafe' O
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You don't even have to step outside to enjoy a flawless latte' or quick espresso fix. Pastries are heavenly too.
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302 Davie Street
(enter from hotel lobby)
604-694-2240
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NIGHTCLUB:
The Yale
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One of Vancouver's only bars with live R&B music, mixed crowd from hipsters to flower children.
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1300 Granville Street
604-681-9253, www.theyale.ca
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LOUNGE:
Cellar Jazz Cafe'
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Best live jazz in Kitsilano, underground room, legendary spot for lovers of jazz.
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3611 West Broadway
604-738-1959, www.cellarjazz.com
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SPA:
Oasis
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Full service traditional spa, very professional, full range of services.
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1060 Hamilton Street, Yaletown 604-669-0776, www.oasisspa.ca
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HAIR:
Moods
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Funky space, great service.
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1070 Mainland Street, Yaletown 604-688-1574, www.moodshairsalon.com
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SHOP - CLOTHES:
Robson Street
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Scores of brand name retailers on Vancouver's famed shopping street. Touristy but worth a visit.
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Robson Street from Granville to Bute www.robsonstreet.ca
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SHOP - HOME:
Liberty
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Live large. Quality classic furniture, art and accessories on a grand scale. Beautiful!
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1635 West Broadway
604-682-7499, www.libertyinside.com
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SHOP - FOOD:
Granville Island
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Getting there is half the fun. Take the Aquaferry to this artsy/touristy isle for the freshest fish, cheeses, fruit, veggies and baked goods. Stick around to check out the galleries.
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www.granvilleisland.com
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SHOP - BOOKS:
Barbara Jo's Books to Cooks
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All the cookbooks an aspiring epicurean or seasoned chef could ask for.
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1740 West 2nd Avenue
604-688-6755, www.bookstocooks.com
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SHOP - FUN:
Womyn's Ware
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A haven for female sexual empowerment, all the toys and tools for seduction. Bob loves it too.
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896 Commercial Drive
604-254-5472, www.womynsware.com
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SUN:
Sunset Beach
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The perfect way to start or end the day. Seawalk, people-watching, miles of sand and gorgeous sunsets.
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Foot of Thurlow Street
near Aquatic Centre
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RECREATION:
Kayaking False Creek
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See the city from the water! Grab a two-seater kayak and paddle from urban False Creek to beautiful English Bay.
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Ecomarine Kayak 1668 Duranleau Street, Granville Island
604-689-7575, www.ecomarine.com
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NEIGHBOURHOOD:
Gastown
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Touristy heritage district. Native art, eclectic shops & restaurants, cobblestone streets, famed steam clock.
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Gastown www.seegastown.com
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DAY TRIP:
Victoria
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The provincial capital - Quaint British town, shockingly clean and safe...bit of a college party town at night.
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Vancouver Island, BC www.tourismvictoria.com
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MUSEUM/GALLERY:
Museum of Anthropology
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Collection of historical cultural art & artifacts, breathtaking architectural setting in UBC's Point Grey.
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6393 North West Marine Drive
604-822-5087, www.moa.ubc.ca
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