The Top Five Luxury Things About Vancouver

There’s an abundance of large chain hotels sprawling across several blocks of Downtown Vancouver. For a room with a view, then check into Pan Pacific Hotel with its hard to beat panoramic vista of the Coastal Mountains, Coal Harbour and city skyline. This modern Four-Star hotel boasts 503 rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, so you never have to block out this beautiful land. If you prefer a boutique affair, then the Opus Hotel is cool and hip, but still super friendly. TripAdvisor fans voted it the ‘Top 5 Trendiest Hotels in the World’. The hotel has 93 rooms, welcomes pets and is just metres away from all the bars and restaurant in the trendy downtown district of Yaletown. The hotels welcome families and children with False Creek waterfront just two blocks away you can always escape for a walk or a run-around and to see the water.

No matter what your taste buds are crying out for, Vancouver’s eaterieswill find something to satisfy them. Bluewater Café is a haven for seafood fan. Committed to serving only the most sustainable wild coastal species. The fish is delivered fresh every day to the kitchen where the chefs work their magic. You can even pick your dinner from the two live tanks, home to Alaskan King Crab, Atlantic Lobster and Spot Prawn.

To spoil yourself and your fellow travel companions, large and small, then nothing beats breakfast, lunch or a decadent dinner at Hawksworth Restaurant. Glamourous, but relaxed the very best in contemporary Canadian cuisine comes from their kitchen.

Whilst in the city it would be rude not to pick up a few new outfits or accessories to your wardrobe. Home to Lululemon, the brand of leisurewear that 80 percent of Vancouverites live in, is worth a visit. To make it easier there seems to be a Lululemon store on every corner.

If you’re looking for something in particular or for an important and swanky event, then why not consider booking a personal shopper? Many of the stores offer this service, including Aritzia, Anthropologie and Holt Renfrew. Just call ahead, book an appointment and the personal shopper will take the headache of choosing your perfect outfit. Some shops even offer complimentary Champagne to sip while you sit and shop.

If you fancy burning off some of those calories consumed, then head to one of the many Pilates or yoga studios that are dotted throughout the Downton. Vancouver Pilates Centre on West 16th offers both mat and reformer Pilates. If you’re more of a yogi, then Semperiva Yoga with its four studios will fulfil all your postural requirements. The Waterfront Studios at Pier 32, Granville Island has bags of natural light, water views, and is a haven for a calm yoga session.

When the weather is kind there is no prettier city than Vancouver. With nine beaches just, a stroll or short drive away, it means no matter where you are in the city, there’s a sandy nook to head to when you’re in need of some family downtime. Each beach has its own personality and reason for visiting. Kitsilano is popular with toned 20-somethings and young families. There is an outdoor swimming pool just a stride away and restaurant and bar close by to grab some snacks.

Or for somewhere quieter, and off the beaten track then try the usually serene Jericho Beach, which is surrounded by multi-million-pound house and apartments. If you require some refreshments while you’re there, then pay a visit to Jericho Sailing Centre. Non-members receive a warm and friendly welcome and you’ll be pushed to find a more delicious Wild BC Salmon Burger than from the Gallery Patio & Grill. When the burger is eaten from the deck overlooking the bay, you’ll probably find yourself never wanting to leave.