International travel doesn't necessarily mean long, expensive flights, foreign languages and days of jetlag — Canada is so close. If you're looking to explore America's northern neighbor, consider Vancouver.
The bustling west coast seaport, located in British Columbia, is one of Canada’s densest, most ethnically diverse cities. The city is surrounded by mountains and boasts thriving art, theater and music scenes, not to mention a delicious food scene closely tied to the region's bountiful seafood offerings.
Whether you’re trying to escape ASAP or you’re looking to plan your trip around the cheapest fares, take a look at these forthcoming flights between Boston and Vancouver, which we pulled from travel site Skyscanner.
We've also included top-rated hotels, restaurants and attractions in Vancouver to get you excited about your next excursion.
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Flight deals to Vancouver
The cheapest flights between Boston and Vancouver are if you leave on July 1 and return from Canada on July 4. WestJet currently has roundtrip, nonstop tickets for $293.
There are also deals to be had in April. If you fly out of Boston on April 29 and return from Vancouver on May 3, WestJet can get you there and back for $295 roundtrip.
Top Vancouver hotels
To plan your stay, here are some of Vancouver’s top-rated hotels, according to Skyscanner, that we selected based on price, proximity to things to do and customer satisfaction.
The La Grande Residence at the Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver (845 Burrard St.)
For an all-around top recommendation, consider The La Grande Residence at the Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver. The hotel has a 4.7-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $140.
The Sutton Place is a luxury hotel located in the center of Vancouver's shopping district and a few blocks away from the business district and the Vancouver Art Gallery.
The St. Regis Hotel (602 Dunsmuir St.)
Another 4.7-star option is The St. Regis Hotel. Rooms are currently set at $156/night.
The St. Regis is a 65-room boutique hotel located across the street from the Skytrain, one block away from the Pacific Centre Mall and a short walk from Robson Street, the Vancouver Art Gallery and Gastown.
The Westin Bayshore (1601 Bayshore Drive)
A third option is The Westin Bayshore. The 4.6-star hotel has rooms for $129/night.
The luxury hotel is on Vancouver's seawall, next to Stanley Park and a five-minute drive or 20-minute walk to the downtown core.
Local restaurant picks
Don't miss Vancouver's food scene, with plenty of popular spots to get your fill of local cuisine. Here are a few of the top-rated eateries from Skyscanner's listings.
Cafe Medina (780 Richards St.)
One of Vancouver's most popular restaurants is Cafe Medina, which has an average of five stars out of 16 reviews on Skyscanner.
Vij's Restaurant (3106 Cambie St.)
Another popular dining destination is Vij's Restaurant, with 4.7 stars from 33 reviews.
"Some of the best Indian food I've ever had," wrote reviewer Travis. "This is not your traditional Indian restaurant — it's modern and stylish, with dim lighting and cool music. But the food is out of this world."
The Sandbar Seafood Restaurant (1535 Johnston St.)
Also worth considering is The Sandbar Seafood Restaurant.
"If you are looking for fresh seafood this place is a must," wrote Carlo. "Come summer or winter, Granville Island is a treat to enjoy the magnificent views as well as great food."
New Town Bakery & Restaurant (148 E. Pender St.)
Finally, there's New Town Bakery & Restaurant.
Laina wrote, "The bakery has a lot of variety, from the classic pineapple bun and barbecue pork buns to taro or apple turnovers. They also have steamed buns and egg tarts, so grab a number from the counter and fill your tummy like they fill their buns!"
What to see and do in Vancouver
Not sure what to do in Vancouver, besides eat and drink? Here are a couple of recommendations, provided by Skyscanner.
Stanley Park
First up is Stanley Park.
With over 8 million visitors each year, Stanley Park is one of Vancouver's top destinations for locals and tourists alike. The park is home to art events, acclaimed restaurants and world famous landmarks, like Prospect Point and the Nine O'Clock Gun.
"Just a lovely and massive park," wrote visitor Stephen. "You can bike, swim or just walk around and explore the bounties that nature has to offer, all under a backdrop of the city."
Prospect Point (5601 Stanley Park Drive)
Lastly, spend some time at Prospect Point.
"A trip to Vancouver wouldn't be the same without a stop at Prospect Point to take in the unique and expansive view," wrote visitor Alexa. "You can see the gorgeous green bridge, the north shore mountains and cruise ships pulling in and out of the harbor."
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