Vacation rental apartments in Vancouver

Immerse yourself in the chilling dramas of historic Gastown as you venture into Vancouver's earliest and most gruesome history on this 90-minute walking tour. Follow the lamplight of your guide as you discover the terror of a Great Fire that ate up Gastown in minutes, the long forgotten plague of smallpox, and the unsolved murder of John Bray. Designed for adult audiences, the experience is both a walking tour and a theatre piece. Your guide is a professional actor, performing in character throughout. Every story is grounded in documented Vancouver history, taken from the city archives. The plot line is woven together as the tragic tale of one person's life, ending in a dramatic finale in Gastown's Maple Tree Square. Every one of Gastown's must-see sites and landmarks is visited on the walk, the oldest hotel, the Gastown Steam Clock, you’ll see how Vancouver looked before and after the Great Fire, explore notorious Gaoler's Mews, and walk down the back alleys of Water Street to famous Maple Tree Square. Do not expect a ghost tour or conventional walking tour – this is a performance experience that will pull you so deep into the swirling lamplight and darkened alleys of Gastown’s murky past, you may have a hard time finding your way back out… Other things to note We run the tours rain or shine, if it is raining, be sure to pack an umbrella and wear your rain boots! There are no bathroom breaks on the tour.

We have upgraded our platform this season to a beautiful 50 foot Jeanneau Sailboat that is absolutely gorgeous inside and out. We depart Mosquito Creek at 11:00 am and motor out of Vancouver Harbour into Burrard Inlet. You will see Coal Harbour, Stanley Park and unique views of downtown from the water. Once we pass under the Lions Gate Bridge we'll set sail and enjoy stunning views of the Vancouver area, Passage and Bowen Islands, Point Atkinson, West Vancouver, Howe Sound and even Georgia Straight. Sit back and relax whilst we serve up a light snack and a selection of Beers, Ciders and assortment of alcoholic beverages as you enjoy the views of English Bay. We have water and pop available for the minors, tea and coffee as well. If you're the more adventurous type, we can put you to work and teach you the basics of how to sail, trimming the sails and even take the helm. At 1:30 pm we'll pack up the sails and motor back to Mosquito Creek and the picturesque views of Coal Harbour. We offer all kinds of other experiences if your looking for something overnight, something more private or don't see a date that works for your group. Please reach out and well do our best to create a unique and once in a lifetime experience! We encourage you to bring a wind breaker or jacket as the breezes even on sunny days can be cool.

Escape the city and hit the local slopes for an action packed, adrenaline filled day on the local ski hills. At 08:45 AM I will collect our guests from downtown Vancouver and set off in our private Mercedes Benz Sprinter van on the short but scenic drive high into the Vancouver mountains. Arriving at Cypress Creek Lodge, I will arrange the ski passes for you and offer some expert local knowledge on the best areas to explore. If you do not have your own ski/snowboard equipment or ski clothes I will help organize all the extra rental equipment needed to ensure you have a great day on the mountain. All levels are welcome at the mountain, with a wide variety of runs and terrain to suit everybody from beginners to expert. You can enjoy wide open groomed slopes, tight tree runs and epic forest explorations, moguls runs, fresh powder lines (fingers crossed) or a day in the park. If this is your first time skiing or snowboarding I can help you get started with some basic tips and pointers before you head up on the ski hill on your own. 90% of people are able to learn the basics on their own within a few hours if they stick with it. Alternatively, if you think you would like to join a group lesson I will be happy to help you organize one as I am not permitted to give private lessons on the ski hill because I am not employed by Cypress Mountain or covered under their insurance. Other things to note EQUIPMENT RENTAL IS NOT INCLUDED. Rentals are extra cost. Guests should bring a warm base layer, any ski or snow gear they may have, extra cash, camera, snacks. There is a restaurant on the mountain.

Hit the mean streets of Vancouver with a professional guide as you learn about rum-runners, mobsters, and dirty cops on a walk through Gastown. Meet up with your guide and set out on foot, listening to tales of illicit activity in this coastal city at the turn of century. Learn about real historical figures like feared mob boss Joe Celona, Prohibition Commissioner Walter Findlay, and “King of the Gamblers” Shue Moy. Hear how the mob set up illegal drinking dens around the city and bribed dirty cops to look the other way. Listen to tales of longtime mayor L.D. Taylor and his infamously raucous parties, and discover how enterprising Vancouver rum-runners made their fortunes smuggling booze down the coast once the US adopted Prohibition as well. Make your way through Victory Square and scope out fabled buildings like the Dominion Building. Stroll down the best-preserved alleyways in the city to really feel like you've traveled back in time. And finish up the tour in Gastown's historic Maple Tree Square, the heart of the city’s finest restaurant and bar scene. The perfect place to grab a post-tour cocktail and reminisce over your evening of adventure! Other things to note There are no bathroom breaks on this tour.

My goal is to provide a safe tour of Gastown, Chinatown, Vancouver harbor and Convention Center at night, while learning photography. I'll take you to both popular spots as well as hidden gems tourists are not familiar with. In addition, I will recommend other city spots for night photography, as well as suggestions for restaurants and watering holes from a local. For photos, we'll cover techniques like long exposure for DSLR cameras as well night shots with camera phones. Alternatively, we can do photo shoots instead of learning photography if that's your interest. Either way, you'll receive complimentary photos after the tour.