Der 1929 eröffnete Commodore Ballroom ist legendär. Als Mitte der 1990er Jahre seine Art Déco-Türen geschlossen wurden, gab es von Gästen wie Musikern laute Proteste. Vor kurzem ist der Ballroom aufwändig renoviert worden (der Tanzboden lagert auf Autoreifen und bringt in Schwung, was auf ihm steht) und feiert eine springlebendige Renaissance. In dem prächtigen Konzertsaal, der 1000 Personen fasst, sind schon so berühmte Musiker wie Dizzy Gillespie, Tina Turner, Nirvana und The Clash aufgetreten. Aktuell lassen hier Bands wie Stereolab und die Flaming Lips von sich hören. Im Vergnügungsviertel der Innenstadt gelegen, bietet sich der Ballroom als Station eines Stadtbummels an.
Vancouver ist mit einer der spektakulärsten Skylines gesegnet. Vom Ozean aus ist sie umso schöner. Sunset Dinner Cruise organisiert dreistündige Bootstouren inklusive Gourmet-Buffet. Eine Hafentour dauert dagegen nur 75 Minuten. Besondere Anlässe und Betriebsfeiern werden ebenfalls von Harbour Cruises Marina organisiert. Boote können 50-400 Passagiere transportieren.
Located on the scenic Granville Island and in the Vancouver TheatreSports League, the Improv Centre is the place to go to for some comic relief. You can enjoy the comical theatrics or musicals of new and well known actors from Wednesday to Saturday. Their witty liners and talent will want you to come back for more. The shows are always creative and full of punch and changes throughout the year giving you a variety to choose from.
This massive domed theater, one of the largest in the world, transports its visitors to a myriad of spectacular locations. It's a 400-seat theater with a five-story screen and 28-speaker digital sound system. And as if that wasn't impressive enough, Omnimax Theatre shows award-winning science and nature films from around the globe.
Granville Island Brewery is an interesting place for all beer lovers. The aroma, the froth and of course the taste is just irresistible. The Tap Room at Granville Island Brewery is an event venue facility which you can hire for private events. It is here that wine tasting sessions and brewery tours are undertaken. So get along a group of friends and party at this beer haven.
Yaletown, das an Nelson und Drake angrenzt, war einst eine Gegend mit Lagerhäusern, bevor es Vancouvers neuestes Viertel in Sachen Einkaufen, High-Tech und Filmindustrie wurde. Das interessante Viertel ist von Backsteingebäuden um 1900 bestimmt. Sie beherbergen nun Geschäfte mit hochwertigen Möbeln, Innenausstattung und Designerbekleidung. Yaletown ist inzwischen der bevorzugte Ort für die Büros der Filmindustrie und für Aufnahmen. Mit ein bisschen Geduld sieht man vielleicht einen Hollywood-Star die Straßen dieses zunehmend schicken Viertels entlang gehen. Hier findet man auch einige der besten Pubs und Restaurants der Stadt. 'Don't show the Elephant' muss man gesehen haben, und viel Bier gibt's in der Yaletown Brewing Co.. Um ausgezeichnet zu speisen, sollte man es mit der Villa del Lupo versuchen.
For an evening of laughter and merriment, visit Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club, nestled in Downtown Vancouver. This, chain of comedy clubs created in 1977 by Mark Breslin, a stand-up comedian, is one of Canada's prime places for a laughter riot. A line up of events by popular names like Sean Cullen, Nikki Payne and various artistes from New York, leaves the audience in splits of laughter. Yuk Yuk's is one of the best places to drop by when you are gloomy. After a show take home a memorabilia from Yuk Yuk's; you can choose from sweatshirts, tank tops, bags, hats and more. Visit the store and check out their collection.
An art lovers' home, Catriona Jeffries Gallery provides a variety of discourses since 1994. The contemporary art scene at the venue exposes you to the works of renowned Canadian and international artists like Ron Terada, Damian Moppett, Brian Jungen, Geoffrey Farmer etc. to name a few. Treat yourselves to their historical documents, art works and collections and encourage the ambitions of new and established talents. The interactive exhibitions also gives an opportunity to learn and understand their beautiful creations. Whilst in Vancouver, this place is a must-visit! For more information, visit their website or call ahead.
This massive domed theater, one of the largest in the world, transports its visitors to a myriad of spectacular locations. It's a 400-seat theater with a five-story screen and 28-speaker digital sound system. And as if that wasn't impressive enough, Omnimax Theatre shows award-winning science and nature films from around the globe.
For a water-bound experience of sailing on the waters of Vancouver, Vancouver Cruise offers you an experience worth remembering for your entire lifetime. The Abitibi, The Gulfstream II and The Queen of Diamonds are three of the cruise's fleet. With a capacity to host more than 400 people, Vancouver Cruises provides a unique opportunity to celebrate your achievements or cherish a life-event, on-board. Vancouver Cruise also provides wedding cruises, wherein an on-board gourmet chef will prepare a lavish feast to suit your sophisticated taste buds. Sailing around the scenic Stanley park, your wedding will have an inspiring background to capture your gorgeous marriage photos in. During carol ship festivals, the age-old custom of festive fervor on this cruise's many carol ships is not to be missed.