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Superbowl XLIII
See the nations biggest event, SuperBowlPackages including ticket for the Super Bowl, 4 nights hotel and other amenities.
Masters Travel Packages
Kentucky Derby
Great Atlantic is offering all inclusive packages for the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks including tickets to the Derby and the Oaks, hotel accommodations and more. We also have Derby tickets only if you wish to make your own travel arrangements.
Richmond NASCAR
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2010 Winter Games Getting
Around
Vancouver & Whistler, British Columbia, Canada
February 12 - 28, 2010
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GETTING AROUND VANCOUVER In preparation for the games, additional ground
transportation services are being added for Vancouver and Whistler. The
Vancouver transit system, TransLink, is made up of a network of buses and unique
services such as the SeaBus & SkyTrain. TransLink provides transit services
covering over 1800 square kilometers of the Greater Mainland of Vancouver -
getting around the city is convenient, easily accessible and often provides
beautiful views of the city!
SkyTrain is the Greater Vancouver region’s automated rail rapid transit
system and major part of TransLink’s integrated transportation network
including, buses, ferries, and commuter rail. Running on electricity, SkyTrain
is emission-free and energy efficient. Travelling high above traffic on elevated
guideways means that you fly past traffic, on trains running every 2 to 8
minutes. The fleet of 210 cars provides frequent service with trains 2 minutes
apart over much of the system at rush hour and every 3 to 8 minutes at other
times, depending on location. SkyTrain offers you a safe, reliable and efficient
way of travel. SkyTrain connects you to an extensive network of buses, SeaBus
ferries, West Coast Express Commuter rail and HandyDART custom transit.
Coast Mountain Bus Company operates TransLink's bus services, running
busiest routes from 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. It also operates the popular cross-harbour
passenger ferry service, SeaBus.
SeaBus is a unique, passenger-only, wheelchair accessible ferry service
that connects Vancouver from Waterfront Station to Lonsdale Quay on the North
Shore. The scenic crossing of Burrard Inlet takes 12 minutes and offers a
breathtaking perspective of the city, sea and mountains.
The West Coast Express is a commuter train service that links several
outer suburbs to downtown Vancouver. Early morning services run westbound from
Mission and late afternoon services eastbound from Vancouver, Monday to Friday
only.
The False Creek Aqua Bus is a fun, fast and scenic route for those wanting
to get to the shops, restaurants, theatre and public market of Granville Island.
The False Creek AquaBus provides service to/from Granville Island and several
docks located along the downtown Seawall. Runs daily, from 9am to 7pm,
approximately every 20 minutes. For more information, visit
www.theaquabus.com.
Vancouver Winter Games Spectator Transportation
Within Metro Vancouver Transportation
Olympic ticket holders will have
free access to local transit in Metro Vancouver or Whistler on the date of the
ticketed session.
Vancouver to Whistler Transportation
A one-day $25
transportation pass on the Olympic Bus Network for Vancouver–Whistler return is
required for all Whistler event ticket holders whose trip originates in
Vancouver.
Cypress Mountain Transportation
A one-day $12
transportation pass on the Olympic Bus Network for Vancouver–Cypress Mountain
return is required for all Cypress Mountain event ticket holders.
Sea to Sky Transportation
Games-time transportation
between Squamish, Whistler and Pemberton will be serviced by an enhanced WAVE
public transit system. User fees associated with this service will be determined
in early 2009.
Vancouver International Airport
The new Canada Line rapid
transit service will operate from Vancouver Airport to Downtown Vancouver in 25
minutes. Other options include taxi, car rental, shuttles, and public
transportation.
Many public transit vehicles in the Vancouver region are wheelchair and bike
accessible. Accessible buses and bus stops are identified by the international
wheelchair symbol, while the letter "L" identifies the service in public
timetables. Many vehicles are also equipped with bicycle racks. The letter "B"
identifies these services in the public timetables.
Travel Tips
Most countries and cities
have their own unique systems and policies to consider when traveling. To make
your trip as easy and fun as possible, check out the following information for
Canada and Vancouver:
What to Wear - The winters are mild and wet - it rarely snows in this part
of Canada except, at the local ski hills. From November to February,
temperatures average from 0º to 5º C (around 45º F). To stay cozy and dry,
you'll need warm clothes, raincoat and an umbrella. Waterproof footwear is
always a good idea.
Banking - Regular banking hours in Canada are 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,
Monday to Friday, with extended hours including weekends at some locations.
Currency - We recommend all visitors use Canadian currency when traveling
within Canada. Visitors can exchange currency at Canadian chartered banks, trust
companies, credit unions, or at offices of foreign exchange brokers, but it is
advised to have local currency on hand prior to arriving. Some hotels,
merchants, restaurants and suppliers accept US or other foreign currency at a
pre-determined rate, which may differ from the daily rate posted. Canadian one
dollar coin ("loonie") ($) = 100 cents; Notes are in denominations of $1000,
$100, $50, $20, $10, $5; Coins are in $2, $1, $0.50, $0.25, $0.10, $0.05, $0.01
Customs, Excise & Visas - Effective 23 January 2007, EVERYONE traveling by
AIR between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the
Caribbean and Bermuda are required to present a valid passport, air NEXUS card,
or U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document.
Electricity - Outlets and voltage (110 volts) are the same as in the
United States. Small appliances such as hair dryers, irons, razors, etc. can be
used in Canada. For those from other countries, adapters are required for
electrical appliances. The frequency of electrical current in Canada is 60 Hz.
Language - Canada has two official languages - English and French. English
is the predominant language in British Columbia. Vancouver is quite cosmopolitan
and is a mix of many multicultural groups. Because of this, the city is
considered multilingual on an unofficial level. Many banks, hotels, airline
offices, service institutions, shops and key tourist destinations have
multi-lingual staff.
Metric Measures - Canada follows the International Metric System. Temperatures, rainfall measures,
distance, weights, velocity are express in metric units. Distance is measured in kilometers. 1 kilometre - 0.6 mile; 1 mile = 1.6
kilometre; 80km/h = 50mph; 1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds.
Tax - There are three levels of taxation that affect visitors to Vancouver.
There's a 10% tax charged on accommodation and liquor. For most other goods and
services, there is a 7% provincial sales tax (PST) and the 5% federal goods and
services tax (GST.)
Population - The following are approximate population numbers based on
2001 Canadian Census: Vancouver: 582,045; Greater Vancouver: 2, 028, 996
Time Zone - The majority of British Columbia, including all of Vancouver,
is in the Pacific Standard Time Zone
Tipping - Visitors should be advised that the standard tip in most
restaurants is 15 per cent.
For additional great information on all that Vancouver has to offer, pick
up Tourism Vancouver's Official Visitor's Guide from one of our Information
Centres. Or Contact us to have one mailed to you. For travel guides on British
Columbia, visit www.hellobc.com.
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