Vancouver

Vancouver was recently named the "World's Most Liveable City" - for the fifth time. As viewers of the 2010 Olympics can attest, the fabulous mountain and ocean backdrop justs sets the stage for its vibrant, safe downtown. Fine dining, a range of sophisticated hotels and theaters all serve as incentives for the visitor. All of the top hotel brands are available in Vancouver, from 5 star luxury to mid-priced brands. The new Vancouver Trade and Convention Center, built for the 2010 Olympics, is an inspiring place to hold meetings and conventions.

While most people think of Vancouver as a big city with its nightlife and shopping, it also has an excellent range of golf courses, many within a short distance of downtown. This means that your business trip or getaway weekend can easily accommodate a round of golf. A round of golf or a tournament can easily be built into your conference or meeting. As a bonus, many Vancouver courses are open year round.

Vancouver golf courses include both mountain courses and parkland courses. Furry Creek, about 40 minutes north of Vancouver on the road to Whistler, is arguably one of Canada’s most scenic courses. It’s 14th hole is set out into the waters of Howe Sound, toping the list of photogenic golf holes. Another Vancouver mountain course is Westwood Plateau, about 45 minutes east of downtown Vancouver. It’s views of the Fraser Valley and the North Shore Mountains are awe inspiring.

Other Vancouver area courses are set on the flatter areas of the Fraser Valley. About 35 minutes to the south of Vancouver, close to the US border, Morgan Creek, designed by well-known Canadian designer Thomas McBroom, plays to 6,968 yards over gently rolling terrain. Morgan Creek is hosting the 2011 Canadian Open qualifying in July and the 2011 Canadian Junior Boys Championship in August.

A little closer to downtown, and not far from the Airport, Mayfair Lakes offers 6,641 yards of parkland interspersed with ponds and streams. Mayfair Lakes was designed by Canadian Les Furber and as its name implies, water hazards abound.
There are a number of courses to the East of Vancouver. Meadow Gardens is a 7,041 yard course also designed by Les Furber, featuring a unique 18th hole, with 3 separate islands. Redwoods, as its name implies, is set amongst a forest of giant redwood trees. Northview, home of the Air Canada PGA Championship for a number of years, is also set amongst giant trees in Surrey. Arnold Palmer designed the 6900 yard Ridge course to bring out the drama and excitement of a round.

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Downtown Vancouver Hotels

Looking for a hotel in Vancouver? Check out these great properties.

Westin Grand Vancouver

Hyatt Regency Vancouver

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Westin Bayshore

Fairmont Pacific Rim

Fairmont Waterfront Hotel,

Comfort Inn - Downtown

Empire Landmark Hotel and Conference

Delta Vancouver Suites

Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown

Cascadia

Sandman Suites on Davie - Vancouver

Sandman Hotel Vancouver City Centre

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Downtown

The Listel Hotel

Days Inn - Vancouver Downtown

Quality Hotel Downtown

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Vancouver Courses

Course	More Course Information	Online Tee Time Booking
Furry Creek	here	here
Mayfair Lakes	here	here
Westwood Plateau	here	here
Meadow Gardens
Northview
Morgan Creek	here
Redwoods