One of the best holiday destinations to take a trip to when on vacation with children is the amazing city of Vancouver. There are plenty of youth-friendly attractions and activities that will excite families when they head to this superb spot in Canada. Travellers will adore taking a trip to the beautiful Stanley Park, which has a range of things to do. A memorable activity comes from the chance to head through this green space by a horse-drawn carriage. There is also the Stanley Park train that weaves through this area and is a delightful place for young children who can experience the fun of being in an open space such as this.
Tourists should think about staying close to the park as it offers the chance to play sports, have a picnic or cycle along its seawall area. There are many wonderful hiking trails here and the opportunity to visit the city’s brilliant Vancouver Aquarium that provides fun for the family and enthusiasts of underwater creatures. Travellers should think of staying at a hotel that is near the centre of the city close to attractions and landmarks. A great thing is there are many Vancouver boutique hotels to offer visitors heading there for a holiday trip.
Found at the heart of the city is the L’Hermitage hotel that is a luxury property with high-speed internet in rooms and public areas, as well as a fitness studio and business centre. There are bikes available for hire and an outdoor heated saltwater pool and Jacuzzi offering fantastic views of the city. The lovely rooms and suites feature a plasma television, iPod docking station and a Nespresso coffee machine. Found on the fifth floor is the L’Orangerie eaterie that has delicious food served throughout the day ideal for business or leisure.
The L’Orangerie Dining Room & Lounge offers an amazing afternoon tea and breakfast buffet that will delight travellers staying at this hotel. A superb place to take older children is Grouse Mountain that is among the city’s most popular attractions. A skiing destination in the winter months, this area becomes a brilliant place for hiking in the summer months and there are many exciting trails to attempt. The view at the mountain peak is worth the effort, and tourists can also get there easily by using the Skyride Gondola. A brilliant destination to visit is The H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, which is located in the beautiful Vanier Park.
This offers the story of the 1960s-era space race, which is an interesting tale to learn about. There are many amazing exhibits, an observatory and planetarium for travellers to enjoy at this incredible venue found in the stunning area of Kitsilano. A fabulous cinema that provides a unique experience for both young and adult visitors is the OMNIMAX Theatre at Science World, which has features about outer space and coral reefs. Tourists must consider staying near the shopping district of Robson Street that has many stores with international designers and fashion brands. Tourists will find clothes, bags and accessories shops, as well as many excellent book stores to discover in this wonderful part of the Canadian city of Vancouver.
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