If you're planning a trip to Vancouver Island this summer ... The beach with its sandy shores, turquoise water and rugged coastal views was named one of the 50 best beaches in North America ...

The best times ... head to Kitsilano Beach at English Bay. The only real downside to a summer visit: hotel prices. To accommodate the number of tourists and cruisers (Vancouver is a busy cruise ...

Here are the 33 best things to do in Vancouver ... carved by First Nations peoples, visit the beaches, and more. While at Stanley Park, a visit to the Vancouver Aquarium is a must.