Vancouver, located in the West of Canada, was recognized three times "the best city's city" according to the authoritative publication "Economist", and this assessment made it very attractive for a huge number of tourists who want to see what they still have good and interesting in this third largest city states. And there really is here that, however, a lot has already been written on this topic, and I do not think that it makes sense to repeat. And we suggest that you need to know the tourist before visiting this largest city province British Columbia.
- Despite the fact that in Canada, two official languages, French and English, it is worth noting that it is Vancouver that is the most English-speaking city of the country, so that with the presence of basic knowledge, it is possible to explain with the staff quite easily, well, except, except that cases When people from China are in the quality of the service personnel, which are a lot in Vancouver. It is painfully a specific emphasis, which is sometimes difficult to understand. By the way, in the city there is a lot of signs to duplicate in Chinese.
- Tips in the amount of 10-15% of the count amount are considered the norm in all restaurants and cafes. Similarly, with a taxi, however, in this case, the amount indicated on the counter at the end of the trip is rounded to any reasonable level. The porter and porters are enough to give 1-2 of the Canadian dollar for their services, but not more. It is worth noting that it is possible to pay only by Canadian dollars, or credit cards of Systems Mastercard, visa, Dinners Club, American Express or Union Pey, which automatically convert other currencies to the Canadian dollar. Cards are taken almost everywhere, even in some taxis (on the latter there should be a sticker notifying card reception). You can change money, both in banks and in the exchange offices, which in the city there is a lot of. The most optimal course, in private exchange offices, and the most unprofitable in hotels, at the station and at the airport. In general, the exchange offices in Vancouver take more than 10 types of currencies, but there is no Russian ruble in this list, nor Ukrainian hryvnia, nor the Kazakh tenge, so you should not take this money in Vancouver.
- When traveling in general to Canada, and not just in Vancouver, it is worth keeping in mind that it is forbidden to import meat and dairy products into the country, including baby food (it can be bought in place), as well as some types of medical preparations (the list can be found On the site of the embassy, it is constantly changing and updated), as well as plants.
- Russian cellular companies have roaming agreements with Canadian operators, but tariffs for calls in roaming are considered at exhaust prices. So call the best with taxophones located near public transport stops and near large shopping centers. At the same time buy special cards for this not necessary, because all the devices accept plastic bank cards or coins. Free Wi-Fi is in most lobs of hotels and hotels, as well as in large city parks.
- Be sure to take into account that the voltage in the power grid in Vancouver is 127W, so that a special adapter may be required to charge gadgets or the use of electrical appliances. In some hotels, it is provided at the request of guests.
- In Vancouver, there is a ban on smoking in public places, but legislation in this area is quite humane, compared with some European countries. It is forbidden to smoke in bars and restaurants, however, if you want, it can be done on the street, it is only worth a few meters from the entrance to the institution. But the main thing is not to litter! The city authorities are very strictly related to such violations and for the cigarette chosen on the asphalt, the violator will threaten a very serious penalty.
- Moving around the city is best on public transport, because it will be much cheaper than a taxi or a rented car, and at the same time it can be reached in any corner of the city. Travel coupons are best acquired in special kiosks that are practically at each stop. You can, of course, buy coupons and driver, but in this case the overpayment will be about 20 percent. At the bus stops, you can get a free map of the city with an indication of all public transport routes that will not be superfluous.
- Shopping lovers will not badly know that most of the shops and shopping centers work from Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00, with the exception of large hypermarkets and outlet. The latter can work until 21:00. Sunday traditional day off.
- Locals can give odds to a tolerant attitude to visit, even Scandinavian countries that are famous for such attitudes towards tourists. Residents are friendly, always ready to come to the aid of the tourist, will be happy to prompt how to get to that or other place and so on. Moreover, Vancouver is among the top ten most secure cities in the world, so late walks will not be risky, even for lonely girls.