Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Vancouver, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Alcohol
This friendly store is where professionals go to discover new arrivals, and novices go for expert advice. Long-serving staff are thorough with assistance and always seem to find just the... read more
Art
The city is a hotbed for First Nations and Inuit art that showcases indigenous culture, and you’re sure to be able to pick something up for a reasonable price. Buyers purchase work right... read more
Art & Craft Supplies
With so many artists living and working in the city, it’s no surprise that there are some great deals afloat. Opus Framing & Art Supplies and Loomis Art Store are the two most popular and... read more
Baby Items
Numerous boutiques have opened within the last few years that cater to hip families seeking designer labels; these are mostly located along Kitsilano’s West 4th Avenue. Whether you visit... read more
Beachwear
Vancouver is surrounded by beaches – and has the retail space to match. Boutiques that only carry beachwear do well and are open all year round. Sales typically go on before the summer... read more
Bicycles
The staff at Bicycle Sports Pacific are fun and know their stuff so well that you may enjoy the buying experience almost as much as the bike you leave with at the end. The store carries... read more
Books
This multilingual shop placed neatly in the Downtown core offers books in Japanese, French, Spanish, Italian and German. Staff can also help you in most of the above languages. Not only... read more
Camera Equipment
Cameras have become so easy to use and inexpensive to buy that most big box stores like Future Shop (p.379) and Best Buy (p.379) have great prices, although London Drugs (p.380) leads the... read more
Car Parts & Accessories
Although the trend towards developing and buying greener cars is gathering pace, there are still those who love their gas-guzzling machines. Parts and accessories can be found for all... read more
Clothes
Lark designer Vanya Mcdonell has put together a lovely range that is locally made, and, aside from the signature line, a collection of beautiful items by up-and-coming local designers is... read more
