Custom Content: Living the Luxe Life, Vancouver-Style

POOL SIDELiving the Luxe Life, Vancouver-Style
The crown jewel of Canada’s West Coast, Vancouver’s glass and steel towers rise against a backdrop of emerald rainforests, majestic Coast mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Its bustling seaport and downtown business district are surrounded by gorgeous beaches and encircled by the world’s longest uninterrupted waterfront path, the Seaside Greenway, looping through the urban oasis that is the city’s famed Stanley Park. For luxury-minded travelers, the city also has an abundance of high-end accommodations, eateries and activities—perfect for cosmopolitan adventurers who want a dash of international chic with their one-of-a-kind experience.High-end HotelsVancouver has accommodations for every taste and lifestyle —and its hotel spas are magnets for those craving world-class pampering. The five-star Shangri-La Vancouver, which occupies 15 floors of the tallest building in the downtown area, is a paragon of sleek and sophisticated service combined with a Zen-like sense of peace and comfort. The guestrooms and suites blend modern luxury with traditional Asian decor in warm, glowing golden tones and all have floor-to-ceiling windows—more than half also have private balconies overlooking the cityscape. Even the bathrooms are luxurious, with marble features, heated floors and TVs embedded in the mirror. Chi, The Spa, is sure to bring a sense of peace and well-being, with customizable treatments based on natural healing and wellness practices. The hotel is just steps away from the city’s luxury shopping district, as well as the downtown core for dining and entertainment. Another luxe urban retreat is the five-star Fairmont Pacific Rim. Just a block off the waterfront, this hotel has it all, including sleek, modern, deluxe accommodations with decor that nods to both Asian and Pacific Coast influences—some of the rooms even have Japanese ofuro soaker tubs. There’s also an extensive art collection, a year-round heated terrace pool and hot tub, a Fairmont Spa offering massages, treatments, facials and couple’s experiences and fine dining on fresh, local ingredients at its signature dining outlets, including a sushi bar and the Botanist.
For a standout boutique hotel recommend the DOUGLAS, Autograph Collection, part of the Parq Vancouver resort complex that also houses a JW Marriott Parq and a casino. From the moment guests check in at the reception desk made of a glass-encased, lighted 25-ft.-long replica of a Douglas fir, then take the elevator whose back wall is aglow with a tunnel of lights that practically demands you take a selfie, the DOUGLAS is not shy about flaunting its appeal to those who want a different style of urban chic. The guestrooms have an upscale, contemporary-yet-retro feel, with concrete ceilings and dark walnut furnishings. For pampering, guests can access the Spa by JW in the adjacent JW Marriott property, connected to the DOUGLAS by a 30,000-sq.-ft. outdoor terrace and garden.SUSHIFoodie ParadiseThere are upscale dining options throughout the city that are perfect for any occasion, from a romantic proposal to a laid-back evening out with friends and family. One popular spot is Ancora Waterfront Dining and Patio, where clients can savor a unique blend of Peruvian and Japanese delicacies while enjoying spectacular views. A must-try is the one-Michelin-starred St. Lawrence restaurant, where the menu features products sourced from local farmers and the French-focused wine list offers the perfect complement to Chef Poirier’s rustic, haute country cooking. For a full listing of Michelin-reviewed standouts in Vancouver’s renowned culinary scene, check out the Michelin Guide to Vancouver (guide.michelin.com). AIRPLANEActivities & AdventuresFeeling an urge to splurge? Vancouver has its very own “luxury zone” for upscale shopping. Here, visitors will find Alberni Street, with top brands like Chanel, Tiffany & Co. and Prada. To get a bird’s-eye view of the City of Glass and its spectacular natural environment, visitors can hop on one of Harbour Air’s Vancouver Extended Panorama airplane tours. They’ll not only get breathtaking aerial views of the downtown skyline and iconic landmarks like Stanley Park, English Bay, the Lions Gate Bridge and the North Shore Mountains, but they’ll also head up the coast toward Whistler before circling back over the stunning islands of Howe Sound. Your clients also can get an up-close-and-exhilarating view of Stanley Park with Evergreen Adventures’ Totems, Canyons and Mountains tours. They can explore the park’s 1,000 acres of old-growth forest, beaches, hiking trails and First Nations totem poles, then get a rush while immersing themselves in nature by checking out the nearby Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Once their pulse rate returns to normal, they can check out Cliff House Restaurant for a fun and funky casual dining experience that comes with an amazing view as it’s built on the canyon’s edge inside the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. LOGO
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