Vancouver
March to May; September to November
A coastal jewel in the Canadian crown, Vancouver lies on the serrated coastline of British Columbia, surrounded by an intricate network of inlets and channels that are primed for visiting yachts. From the water, skyscrapers tower against the backdrop of the North Shore Mountains and you can cruise right into the city to Coal Harbour Marina in the West End, which takes yachts of up to 328ft. The West End is a gateway to Stanley Park, where you can hire a bike to cycle the green paths that intertwine with the lush forest Just a 90-minute drive from the slopes of Whistler, Vancouver is a great spot for sport-seeking visitors, and you can even get the kayaks out to get up close to
