Forest, beaches and mountains in one city, with whales off the coast. Here's what Vancouver is like with the family, when to go and how long to stay.
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June to September is dry and sunny, perfect for beaches, bikes and whale watching. Winter is mild but rainy in the city, with skiing on the mountains just above it. Spring brings cherry blossom.
Cycle the seawall round a huge forest park with beaches and totem poles.
A swaying bridge over a canyon, plus treetop walkways.
A gondola up to rescued grizzly bears, lumberjack shows and snow in winter.
A food market and a whole Kids Market full of toy shops.
Sea otters, jellyfish and Pacific sea life in Stanley Park.
Look for orcas and humpbacks from April to October.
Yes. It's safe, easy-going and full of outdoor fun, and it's a good start to a road trip in the Rockies or Vancouver Island.
Four or five nights for the city, or two weeks with the Rockies or Whistler.
No, but British passport holders flying to Canada, children included, need an eTA, which you apply for online. Check GOV.UK for the current rules.
Yes, from London Heathrow in about nine and a half hours.
Put Vancouver on standby with everyone's other ideas. You each spread your points in secret, get one veto, and the draw picks where you go.