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Vancouver continues to grow in population and in product and service offerings available with Tourism Vancouver members. Check out a few of the latest and greatest Attractions available today:
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THE BUTCHART GARDENS
The Butchart Gardens is a year round destination and one of the finest display gardens in the world. Enjoy lights, music, skating and family fun at the Magic of Christmas taking place December 1 to January 6. January 15 the indoor "Spring Prelude" garden display is unveiled.
Contact: Alison Partridge
City: Victoria, BC
Email: email@butchartgardens.com
Website: www.butchartgardens.com
GROUSE MOUNTAIN RESORTS
The Peak of Christmas - Sleigh bells ring, choirs sing! From December 1st to 24th the spirit of Christmas comes alive with a magical celebration and a multitude of festivities on top of Grouse Mountain. Visit Santa's Workshop and meet reindeer, skate or take a sleigh ride through the alpine forest.
Contact: Lila Blair
City: North Vancouver, BC
Email: lblair@grousemountain.com
Website: www.grousemountain.com
MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY
"A Matter of Taste: Ceramics and Culinary Connections." New 60 minute guided tour links the unique history of European food, nutrition, and the etiquette of eating with the exceptional 15-19th century European ceramics of the Koerner Ceramics Gallery. Following the tour participants will sample some old world foods and are welcome to explore the Museum.
Contact: Jennifer Webb
City: Vancouver, BC
Email: bookings@moa.ubc.ca
Website: www.moa.ubc.ca
ORCA SPIRIT ADVENTURES LTD.
A new vessel with capabilities of doing both whale watching tours and Victoria harbour dinner cruises has been added to the Orca Spirit for 2007. The MV Pacific Explorer I is a luxurious high speed passenger vessel with large side windows and huge outdoor viewing decks. The interior of this new vessel is first class with indoor seating and capacity for 70 passengers (inside dining capacity for 50 passengers).
Contact: Lauren Douglas
City: Victoria, BC
Email: sales@orcaspirit.com
Website: www.orcaspirit.com
PRIDE OF VANCOUVER CHARTERS LTD.
Carol Ship dinner cruise aboard the luxurious Pride of Vancouver featuring gourmet buffet, carollers and music for dinner and dancing. Brightly decorated in the season's festive lights and finery. Nightly from Dec 1 to 23/07. Reservations required.
Contact: Sandy Rose
City: Vancouver, BC
Email: sandy@vancouvercharters.com
Website: www.vancouvercharters.com/carol-ships.html
SMARTVISIT SOLUTIONS (CANADA)
The Smartvisit Card provides access to popular attractions in Vancouver and Victoria for one great low price. Exclusive this winter purchase a Smartvisit card and receive a free theatre ticket worth up to $43 for the Arts Club Theatre Company's Granville Island Stage.
Contact: Meena Aujla
City: Vancouver, BC
Email: vcs@smartvisitsolutions.com
Website: www.seevancouvercard.com
TAKAYA TOURS
We offer unique First Nation ocean-going canoe tours and interpretive nature walks that can accommodate large groups. Guests paddle with a First Nation guide in our 12 passenger traditional style ocean-going canoes on the beautiful, historic waters of Deep Cove, Belcarra, and Cates Park, while experiencing authentic indigenous culture.
Contact: Christina Vasak
City: North Vancouver, BC
Email: groups@takayatours.com
Website: www.takayatours.com
VANCOUVER AQUARIUM
Join the Vancouver Aquarium in celebrating the Year of the Frog by visiting its spectacular new frog exhibit. Using sound technology and stunning colour, this state-of-the-art display will highlight unique habits, survival strategies, and the important need to conserve frogs, which are rapidly going extinct in the wild. Opening Spring 2008.
Contact: Vancouver Aquarium
City: Vancouver, BC
Email: information@vanaqua.org
Website: www.vanaqua.org
VANCOUVER ART GALLERY
Breakfast with Emily! A visit to Vancouver wouldn't be complete without experiencing the artwork of quintessential Canadian artist Emily Carr, best known for her attention to BC's First Nations culture and the rain forests of Vancouver Island. Start your group's day in the Gallery Café, followed by an exclusive before-hours tour of our feature Emily Carr exhibition through spring 2009.
Contact: Faye Bednarczyk
City: Vancouver, BC
Email: fbednarczyk@vanartgallery.bc.ca
Website: www.vanartgallery.bc.ca
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