Lonely Planet Vancouver (Paperback)

by Sara Benson (Author), Chris Wyness (Author) "People have been living along this part of the West Coast for more than 10,000 years, although the culture encountered by the first European explorers..." (more)
Key Phrases: Stanley Park, North Vancouver, First Nations (more...)

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Product Description

With mountains, forests and plenty of water right at its doorstep, Vancouver has 'location' down. This guide takes you through the city's vibrant neighborhoods, splendid gardens, impressive art and inventive restaurants. From afternoon tea to False Creek kayaking, this authoritative guide uncovers the best of Vancouver’s urban and outdoor attractions.

• accommodations for all budgets, from dorm beds to four-posters
• like the back of your hand – a 20-page full-color maps section
• special color section on Whistler, in winter and summer
• excursions to the Sunshine Coast, the Southern Gulf Islands and more

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Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; 2nd edition (April 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1864503742
• ISBN-13: 978-1864503746
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 5.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #789,341 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars lonely planet, Vancouver, March 14, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Lonely Planet Vancouver (1st ed) (Paperback)

A very good book and a big help on our recient trip, but I do want to update one section in particular. We went up the tram to Grouse Mountain and were lucky to have a clear winter night and the view was spectacular, the snow, lit for skiers was a fairyland, the city below, a carpet of sparkling light, however, I would like to state that the restaurant was far better than you suggest. It has been renovated and has a new chef and management. It was terrific in every way, service, decor and food. While somewhat up-scale, it is well worth the cost. We told them we would let you know of the changes.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Updated version - A great improvement, August 9, 2005

By	Emma Wischhusen (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Vancouver (City Guide) (Paperback)

I read reviews of the last version and the Lonely Planet people have really taken on board the feedback people gave. Its easy to read, VERY up to date and has some great additions. A great top 10 things to do in Vancouver, it details the top restaurants, good summaries of local areas etc. Its a brilliant overview and now we have our trip all maped out! Its well laid out and the use of color is helpful too. One of the best city guides I've seen.

12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb book identifying the best the city has to offer, June 27, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Lonely Planet Vancouver (1st ed) (Paperback)

This is an excellent, well-written book which identifies the best that the city of Vancouver has to offer. It is clearly written with current references. The author has a smooth, exuberant style which makes the book a "keeper". Highly recommended for both tourists and natives alike.