Author Topic: Vancouver Master Thread (Read 278931 times)

mmgfarb · « **Reply #980 on:** April 12, 2018, 11:48:42 AM »

Quote from: SLMYRCB on April 12, 2018, 01:23:12 AM

Just returned from YVR.
I definitely recommend Cafe FortyOne. As a NYer (w/ plenty pizza options), their pizza is still something to very much enjoy. Pastries are great too. FYI they use a delivery service called "Skip the Dishes" which sets delivery radiuses and does not include the Pacific Rim. A real Pity.
On that note, I was not crazy about the Pacific Rim (blasphemous, I know). I think, they think, they are the best in the west. I do agree that their amenities (higher quality robes and slippers, bathroom TV, Nespresso machine etc) and design (subjective) is something of wow. But they believe it about themselves which makes the whole service aspect a bit ostentatious (garbage).
Next.
Omnitsky Kosher has unbelievable deli sandwiches. Unbelievable! Really. They make their own delis and have this Canadian Smoked Meat which is great. Bit salty but very very good. Beware, they close at 6pm on weeknights, 8pm on Thursdays.

Overall, the kosher scene is not lacking in quality. Quantity? Yes, but no ones expecting that. Anyways, quality counts. Give me one great meal 10 times rather than ten separate lousy meals. Duh.

Cathay Pacific? As good as always.

What did you do activity wise?

SLMYRCB · « **Reply #981 on:** April 12, 2018, 09:22:28 PM »

Quote from: mmgfarb on April 12, 2018, 11:48:42 AM

What did you do activity wise?

We did not do much. We went with the intention to relax, sleep-in and work remotely when necessary.
Outside of some unimpressive shopping, Stanley Park and roaming the city (which is beautiful especially considering the current Cherry Blossom season), we did the Sea to Sky Gondola and standard Whistler (snow) activities.

The Sea to Sky Gondola was alright, it was actually snowing but visibility was ok. Shannon Falls is right next door and proves a nice picture spot and/or picnic lunch.
Whistler was just great for relaxing, though I would have appreciated if the golf or tennis facilities were open.

Tzadik Nistar · « **Reply #982 on:** April 25, 2018, 11:40:35 AM »

have a 9 hr stopover in YVR for 9 hrs?
anything to do in this time frame?
where would be the closest to the airport to grab some food for dinner?

Dan · « **Reply #983 on:** April 25, 2018, 11:43:07 AM »

Quote from: Tzadik Nistar on April 25, 2018, 11:40:35 AM

have a 9 hr stopover in YVR for 9 hrs?
anything to do in this time frame?
where would be the closest to the airport to grab some food for dinner?

Tons to do. Read some TRs.

Tzadik Nistar · « **Reply #984 on:** April 25, 2018, 12:09:02 PM »

Quote from: Dan on April 25, 2018, 11:43:07 AM

Tons to do. Read some TRs.

Have my flight soon and won't have a chance to read up much, the stopover is not by choice (nothing else available) so might as well go out and do something
How long before flight do I need to be back in yvr airport?
Would uber be the best way to get around?

Suz · « **Reply #985 on:** April 25, 2018, 01:32:10 PM »

Quote from: Tzadik Nistar on April 25, 2018, 12:09:02 PM

Have my flight soon and won't have a chance to read up much, the stopover is not by choice (nothing else available) so might as well go out and do something
How long before flight do I need to be back in yvr airport?
Would uber be the best way to get around?

Uber is not available in Vancouver yet. Taxis are readily available at the airport. I'd go downtown to the Fairmont Pacific Rim spa. Get a treatment - spa access is great to relax, shower, sauna, steam room, hot tubs, ladies lounge, mens lounge, co-ed lounge to sit and have complimentary snacks and tea, sit outside and relax, read....if its not too cold. 9 hours is a long time. Get to the airport 2 hours before.

Suz · « **Reply #986 on:** April 26, 2018, 11:55:37 AM »

Quote from: Suz on April 25, 2018, 01:32:10 PM

Uber is not available in Vancouver yet. Taxis are readily available at the airport. I'd go downtown to the Fairmont Pacific Rim spa. Get a treatment - spa access is great to relax, shower, sauna, steam room, hot tubs, ladies lounge, mens lounge, co-ed lounge to sit and have complimentary snacks and tea, sit outside and relax, read....if its not too cold. 9 hours is a long time. Get to the airport 2 hours before.

Go by Canada Place waterfront - across the street from the Fairmont. Fly Over Canada is a fun & quick attraction.

wonderlust · « **Reply #987 on:** May 16, 2018, 05:18:02 PM »

anyone ever flew on Philippines airline?

wonderlust · « **Reply #988 on:** May 22, 2018, 01:51:24 AM »

In whistler -4 season or fairmont ?

Dan · « **Reply #989 on:** May 22, 2018, 03:04:06 AM »

Quote from: wonderlust on May 22, 2018, 01:51:24 AM

In whistler -4 season or fairmont ?

Do you want 5 star or 4 star?

wonderlust · « **Reply #990 on:** May 23, 2018, 12:57:10 AM »

Quote from: Dan on May 22, 2018, 03:04:06 AM

Do you want 5 star or 4 star?

A higher rating doesn’t always equal better

@Yehuda · « **Reply #991 on:** June 05, 2018, 02:10:45 PM »

Are either Vancouver/Whistler or Banff/Jasper good trips if bringing a 1 year old along? I haven't read up on them, so just looking for a general consensus - are these places mostly nature hikes (seems that way from TR pics)?

tzifanya54 · « **Reply #992 on:** June 05, 2018, 02:41:24 PM »

Quote from: [member=145]yehuda[/member] on June 05, 2018, 02:10:45 PM

Are either Vancouver/Whistler or Banff/Jasper good trips if bringing a 1 year old along? I haven't read up on them, so just looking for a general consensus - are these places mostly nature hikes (seems that way from TR pics)?

Vancouver/Whistler is definitely more kid friendly, than Banff/Jasper. That being said I have done both with kids and we had a great time.

cholent · « **Reply #993 on:** June 25, 2018, 11:41:14 PM »

Does it make sense to do Vancouver with an infant, or are we not going to be able to do anything?

Dan · « **Reply #994 on:** June 26, 2018, 12:03:17 AM »

Quote from: cholent on June 25, 2018, 11:41:14 PM

Does it make sense to do Vancouver with an infant, or are we not going to be able to do anything?

I did it. Though we flew CX F/J for free thanks to BMI:
https://www.dansdeals.com/points-travel/trip-notes/trip-notes-vancouver/

Tzadik Nistar · « **Reply #995 on:** June 27, 2018, 08:36:37 PM »

How many AA miles is CX JFK-YVR in J, 30 or 37.5?

Suz · « **Reply #996 on:** June 27, 2018, 09:01:28 PM »

Quote from: Tzadik Nistar on June 27, 2018, 08:36:37 PM

How many AA miles is CX JFK-YVR in J, 30 or 37.5?

37.5 in J
50 in F

wonderlust · « **Reply #997 on:** June 28, 2018, 11:02:14 AM »

Does United Plan B still work? The only availability for dates I want are 32.5K on United..

wonderlust · « **Reply #998 on:** June 28, 2018, 11:17:21 AM »

Also, if anyone has any input on how the following Vancouver hotels stack up against each other I would greatly appreciate it!

Pacific Rim
Westin Bayshore
Westin Grand
Marriott Pinnacle
JW

Suz · « **Reply #999 on:** June 28, 2018, 11:22:57 AM »

Quote from: wonderlust on June 28, 2018, 11:17:21 AM

Also, if anyone has any input on how the following Vancouver hotels stack up against each other I would greatly appreciate it!

Pacific Rim
Westin Bayshore
Westin Grand
Marriott Pinnacle
JW

My favorite is the Fairmont Pacific Rim. The JW Marriott Parq is beautiful but I prefer the location of the others....even though downtown Vancouver is a great walking city.

Topic Wiki

Author Topic: Vancouver Master Thread (Read 278931 times)