Canada, ahoy!

Dave_the_quack · 01-17-2007, 12:03 AM

Holy toledo, Batman! I'll be in Canada in 19 days! Where has the time gone?

I'll be traversing the slopes in Sun Peaks ski resort, then after some much needed practise I'll be moving on to Whistler to have a go at THOSE slopes (and maybe perish in the process), finishing up with a few nights in Vancouver.

All this takes place in between February 4 and February 23.

So, IWers, is there anything that I must simply NOT miss whilst I am in these parts? Any advice would be welcome...

Illumina Drathiran'ar · 01-17-2007, 01:14 AM

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Originally posted by Dave_the_quack:

So, IWers, is there anything that I must simply NOT miss whilst I am in these parts?

Me, if you can help it.

Also, Montreal is a gorgeous, fun city, and if you're in the area I do suggest you drop by for a spell.

Callum · 01-17-2007, 04:28 AM

I hear the museum of Anthropology is supposed to be a "can't miss" thing here. Never been myself though, because I've only been here a few months. As such, I know completely nothing about what to do here. [img]tongue.gif[/img]

Edit: Here being Vancouver... I should probably mention [img]tongue.gif[/img]

[ 01-17-2007, 04:29 AM: Message edited by: Callum ]

Variol (Farseer) Elmwood · 01-17-2007, 06:39 AM

I'm at the other end and it doesn't sound like you'll near here. I recommend Quebec City/old Quebec over Montreal. You'll have a grater chance of "perishing" in Montreal that on the slopes. The drivers are nuts.

Our nations capital is beautiful.

I also recommend the guided bus tour in Vancouver. You'll see and learn lots o' stuff you would otherwise miss. My wife and I did it on our honeymoon!

[ 01-17-2007, 12:18 PM: Message edited by: Variol (Farseer) Elmwood ]

Mozenwrathe · 01-17-2007, 12:07 PM

Bring home some maply syrup.
Ours just TASTES better.
*thumbs up*
And yes, take the bus tour of Vancouver if you can.

Aerich · 01-17-2007, 12:29 PM

Well, I'd say Stanley Park. However, BC has had some truly devastating snow and ice storms. I hear that many of the trees are damaged or down, and I'm not totally sure if the park is open right now. If it's open, take a walk around the seawall. There's some info and pics here.

I wouldn't say it's a "must-see", but Granville Island is neat. It's a fairly unique shopping and entertainment district. See here.

Bithron · 01-17-2007, 12:56 PM

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Originally posted by Aerich:
...It's a fairly unique shopping and entertainment district...[/URL].

What sort of "entertainment" are we talking here? [img]smile.gif[/img]

Variol (Farseer) Elmwood · 01-17-2007, 03:07 PM

Oh, I think Gastown is a must too. It's right in Vancouver and it's not the best time of year for it, but it's a cool place.

Aerich · 01-18-2007, 12:06 AM

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Originally posted by Bithron:

quote:
Originally posted by Aerich:
...It's a fairly unique shopping and entertainment district...[/URL].

What sort of "entertainment" are we talking here? [img]smile.gif[/img] [/QUOTE]Nothing that your dirty mind would like. [img]tongue.gif[/img]

Music, arts, theatre, no red lights that I'm aware of.

Kynaeus · 01-18-2007, 10:46 PM

Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City and anything in British Columbia are probably the nicest places around here. I hear there are supposed to be some beautiful beaches around here (near Toronto) but it's winter, so I don't know how much you'd enjoy that [img]smile.gif[/img]

01-17-2007, 04:28 AM	#3
Callum Symbol of Cyric Join Date: October 21, 2004 Location: Vancouver, BC Age: 35 Posts: 1,143	I hear the museum of Anthropology is supposed to be a "can't miss" thing here. Never been myself though, because I've only been here a few months. As such, I know completely nothing about what to do here. [img]tongue.gif[/img] Edit: Here being Vancouver... I should probably mention [img]tongue.gif[/img] [ 01-17-2007, 04:29 AM: Message edited by: Callum ] __________________ [img]\"http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/4763/callumavataranimated4ff.gif\" alt=\" - \" />

01-17-2007, 06:39 AM	#4
Variol (Farseer) Elmwood Jack Burton Join Date: May 16, 2003 Location: Dartmouth, NS Canada Age: 58 Posts: 5,634	I'm at the other end and it doesn't sound like you'll near here. I recommend Quebec City/old Quebec over Montreal. You'll have a grater chance of "perishing" in Montreal that on the slopes. The drivers are nuts. Our nations capital is beautiful. I also recommend the guided bus tour in Vancouver. You'll see and learn lots o' stuff you would otherwise miss. My wife and I did it on our honeymoon! [ 01-17-2007, 12:18 PM: Message edited by: Variol (Farseer) Elmwood ] __________________ A MAN WHO WANTS FOR NOTHING HAS INFINITE WEALTH. (me)

01-17-2007, 12:07 PM	#5
Mozenwrathe Symbol of Cyric Join Date: January 31, 2005 Location: Mississauga (Toronto), Ontario, CANADA Age: 48 Posts: 1,214	Bring home some maply syrup. Ours just TASTES better. thumbs up And yes, take the bus tour of Vancouver if you can. __________________ There are no paths to power which are not fraught with confrontation. No matter the battle, a lesson must be won. In the end, the path shall fade into nothingness for the one walking it, but may go on for eternity for those whom choose to follow. One must know their own footsteps before taking that first step, or instead of choosing your battles, your battles will choose you.

01-17-2007, 12:29 PM	#6
Aerich Lord Ao Join Date: May 27, 2004 Location: Canada Age: 42 Posts: 2,061	Well, I'd say Stanley Park. However, BC has had some truly devastating snow and ice storms. I hear that many of the trees are damaged or down, and I'm not totally sure if the park is open right now. If it's open, take a walk around the seawall. There's some info and pics here. I wouldn't say it's a "must-see", but Granville Island is neat. It's a fairly unique shopping and entertainment district. See here. __________________ Where there is a great deal of free speech, there is always a certain amount of foolish speech. - Winston S. Churchill

01-17-2007, 03:07 PM	#8
Variol (Farseer) Elmwood Jack Burton Join Date: May 16, 2003 Location: Dartmouth, NS Canada Age: 58 Posts: 5,634	Oh, I think Gastown is a must too. It's right in Vancouver and it's not the best time of year for it, but it's a cool place. __________________ A MAN WHO WANTS FOR NOTHING HAS INFINITE WEALTH. (me)

01-17-2007, 12:03 AM	#1
Dave_the_quack Baaz Draconian Join Date: August 22, 2004 Location: Sydney, Australia. Age: 39 Posts: 737	Holy toledo, Batman! I'll be in Canada in 19 days! Where has the time gone? I'll be traversing the slopes in Sun Peaks ski resort, then after some much needed practise I'll be moving on to Whistler to have a go at THOSE slopes (and maybe perish in the process), finishing up with a few nights in Vancouver. All this takes place in between February 4 and February 23. So, IWers, is there anything that I must simply NOT miss whilst I am in these parts? Any advice would be welcome...

01-18-2007, 10:46 PM	#10
Kynaeus Drow Warrior Join Date: March 15, 2005 Location: Canada Age: 34 Posts: 289	Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City and anything in British Columbia are probably the nicest places around here. I hear there are supposed to be some beautiful beaches around here (near Toronto) but it's winter, so I don't know how much you'd enjoy that [img]smile.gif[/img]

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