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Beaches in and near Vancouver, British Columbia: What do you need to know?

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Recent advice...Jane on Stockport, United Kingdom: xThe old parts of town – the underbank and marketplace are much improved. Heaton moor is an excellent place to live. Read more ›

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Recent advice...Refilwe on Bethlehem, South Africa: xBethlehem is a small yet vibrant town with all age groups of people and mixed population when it comes to race. The cost of living is fair. I would highly… Read more ›

Recent advice...lucy on Stockholm, Sweden: xStockholm has amazing water views. The Art scene is fab. The food is amazing. Read more ›

Recent advice...MCHARO on Mombasa, Kenya: xIf you are coming to Mombasa you need to visit the pirates beach, Fort Jesus, which is a historical site and the nature trail which is a natural park. Read more ›

Recent advice...Evy on Brussels, Belgium: xIf moving to Brussels, it’s best to avoid the south of Brussels (Schaarbeek, Etterbeek…) The housing is cheaper but much more dangerous. Belgium is a small country but has very… Read more ›

Recent advice...Agbor on Essen, Germany: xEssen is located in the Northwest Region of Germany. It is an average city with lots of foreigners. It has a very good transport system with many African shops. Read more ›

Recent advice...Cassidy on Bogor, Indonesia: xBe prepared to familiarize yourself with public transport because there are a lot of places that have similar destinations but have different routes. The best way to commute within the… Read more ›

Recent advice...Emmanuel on Nairobi, Kenya: xPlanning to move to Nairobi? Get ready for an exciting mix of city living and thrilling adventures! Experience the lively markets, indulge in mouthwatering street food, and have the awe-inspiring… Read more ›

Recent advice...Pierre on Gaborone, Botswana: xWe live on a homestead, about 12 min drive outside the CBD. The blessing of not having traffic, the vibe of city and nature combined is to die for. Read more ›

Recent advice...Xolani on Johannesburg, South Africa: xJohannesburg residents have a 6th sense about people from here and who understand the unspoken rules of the concrete jungle. Plan your routes, always walk like you know where you… Read more ›

Recent advice...James on Nuremberg, Germany: xSpeaking German would be helpful but not necessary. Cold winters, warm summers, nice people. Finding affordable nice accommodation may be difficult. Read more ›

Recent advice...Evans on Los Angeles, United States: xLos Angeles, often abbreviated as L.A., is the largest city in California and the second-largest in the United States, following New York City. Known for its Mediterranean climate, diverse population,… Read more ›

Recent advice...Neha on Faridabad, India: xWell, I’ve stayed in Faridabad for 9 years. The city has come up and developed quiet a lot since then. There are some good malls and big brands to shop… Read more ›

Recent advice...Frenzer on Nairobi, Kenya: xIf you are moving to Nairobi City, everyone is welcoming and cheerful but if you seem to be a newbie the people will take advantage of it. For example, paying… Read more ›

Recent advice...CamCamBlue on Ann Arbor, United States: xIt’s the most expensive city in Michigan, and fast growing. We have a lovely park system and nice small, surrounding towns. Read more ›

Recent advice...Anne on North Adelaide, Australia: xBest kept secret – clean, friendly, beautiful hills and beaches. Read more ›

Recent advice...Dipti on Vadodara, India: xPeaceful place to stay and roam. Very safe. Read more ›

Recent advice...Shannah on Thibodaux, United States: xThibodaux is a quaint town with affordable homes. It’s a great area to raise children! Read more ›

Recent advice...Kaspars on Chiang Mai, Thailand: xAbsolutely stunning city in the northern part of Thailand. I would say spiritual and food capital of Thailand. There are more than 300 temples scattered around the city. If you… Read more ›

Recent advice...Corne on Bloemfontein, South Africa: xBloemfontein is a very close knit community with friendly people. The town isn’t really clean and well maintained. It has really brilliant schools that are affordable. Read more ›

Recent advice...Felix on Johannesburg, South Africa: xJohannesburg, often referred to as Jo’burg or Jozi, is the largest city in South Africa and the provincial capital of Gauteng, the wealthiest province in the country. Here are some… Read more ›

Recent advice...Noemie on Albuquerque, United States: xFor the US the cost of living is low. There is an abundance of things to do in nature & the pace of life is slower than other US cities.… Read more ›

Recent advice...Simona on Bitola, North Macedonia: xIf someone is moving to Bitola they should be at ease in not spending much money on security CCTV for securing their property, grandmas are out on their balconies/windows 24/7… Read more ›

Recent advice...Ahmed on Samanoud, Egypt: xWelcome to Samanoud, a historic gem in Egypt’s Gharbia Governorate! Once known as Sebennytos, this city features remnants of a temple dedicated to the god Anhur and his lioness goddess… Read more ›

Recent advice...Grace on Kadoma, Zimbabwe: xIf you’re moving to Kadoma you’ll need to be prepared for the heat and the dust. The roads are dusty and bad but the biggest plus is that its rich… Read more ›

Recent advice...Jeff on Minneapolis, United States: x4 wondrous seasons and thriving activities in each. Great park system thriving downtown and the Mississippi River are all here. Welcoming people convey the famous ‘Minnesota Nice’. Several world class… Read more ›

Recent advice...Esther on Lagos, Nigeria: xLagos, Nigeria is a vibrant, rapidly growing hub that’s always buzzing with energy. Known for its beautiful beaches and historic sites, it is a must-visit for anyone with an adventurous… Read more ›

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Recent advice...Jamie on Highlands Ranch, United States: xA really lovely suburb of Denver. Incredibly clean, well planned community. Low crime rate. Very walkable. Lots of conveniences nearby. Tons of parks for the kids. Only downside is that… Read more ›

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From bikinis to beachballs to boardwalks, here's what nine local experts had to say about beaches in and near Vancouver, British Columbia.

If you’re moving to Vancouver you’ll be blessed with beautiful mountains as well as beaches. Everything is close by, this place is great for a person that loves outdoors. There are several hiking trails here up in the north. Lovely west coast city, warmest city in the whole country.

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Vancouver is a beautiful city surrounded by mountains and Pacific Ocean beaches. It also has an issue with homelessness and drug overdoses causing an influx of crime and assaults within certain communities in the downtown core. Kitsilano, on the south-west side of the city, is a very laid-back community that encourages cycling, is a hub for eco-friendly artisan shops and also has a low crime rate. The “North Shore” is a large recreational hub consisting of various walking trails, water-based recreation and ski hills that is situated on the northern side of the city on your way to Squamish and Whistler.

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it rains too much and most days are overcast. Often, when the streets are quiet, you can hear the shrieks of seagulls in the distance or the waves crashing against the shore. Summers are often hot and winters are mild like a tamed lion.

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If you are willing to live in a city with a pleasant year-round weather, vibrant atmosphere, diversity, and above all, peace of mind, then Vancouver, British Columbia, is the right choice for you. Canada being the hospital mother that she is, has a true jewel as the right most seashore semi-megacity as one of the main attraction for visitors, tourists, students, and immigrants. The city is rife with inherit beauty of a nice weather, a beach-like style, eye-catching skyscrapers, and community associations where you can enjoy the most during your free-time. Being the modern world city, the city welcomes many workers and adventurers all across the Canada, and across the world.

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The city has people of different cultural backgrounds. One in every five Canadians is an immigrant. You can also find many foods, music, fashion, and many other important things from around the world. The city offers a lot of beautiful views, including mountains, ocean, hiking trails, and many other scenery. The public parks in the city give a good view for all who love nature.

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Vancouver has the most beautiful summer in the world. There are lots of mountains, parks and beaches to wait for you to explore. It never gets hot and you can enjoy the outdoors anywhere, anytime. Morning jogging, beach basking, trail hiking, lake canonning to name a few. It’s never too late to move to a splendid place like Vancouver, to make it your home!

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Property prices are quite high, and the cost of living. However, the Vancouver offers many free attractions to its residents, such as parks, beaches, concerts, and much more. Vancouver is known for being one of the greenest cities in the world, and it’s not hard to agree with that. It’s a gorgeous place and raise your children.

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Vancouver is hemmed in by mountains to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the west. Although, it gets a lot of rain each year, the climate is one of the mildest in Canada. Skiing, hiking, mountain biking, golfing and tennis are some of the activities that Vancouverites can enjoy almost year-round, however, residents pay a high price to live here. It is one of the most expensive cities in the world.

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If you’re looking to move to Vancouver, the first thing you should do is prepare for the rain. It rains almost daily in fall and winter so it is advisable to purchase high quality rain boots and outerwear plus an umbrella. Although the weather can be gruesome, the natural beauty of the city more than makes up for being constantly damp. The mountains, ocean and forests are spectacular and you will never gaze at them without a feeling of awe.

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