Category: Vancouver

Is Vancouver Sunnier Than Seattle?

Vancouver is located in the Southwest corner of Washington just across the Columbia River from Portland, OR. The Columbia River is Vancouver’s only waterway but, the Pacific Ocean is not far at just about 100 miles to the west. The weather is very temperate and much sunnier than Seattle. Does Vancouver or Seattle have better […]

Is Vancouver Rainier Than London?

Vancouver is slightly cooler on average. You would have to look this up, because it’s a near run thing. My family moved from London to Vancouver in 1973 – and the temperature was not discernibly different on average. Vancouver gets considerably more rain, as the orographic rain events can last for days. Is Vancouver rainier […]

What Is The Record For Rain In Vancouver?

During that time the heaviest downpour measured for a single day was 122.7 millimetres (4.8 inches) on March 9, 1900. Since 1939 the precipitation extremes were observed at Vancouver International Airport. What is the most rain recorded in 24 hours? World: Greatest Twenty-four-Hour (1 Day) Rainfall Record Value 1.825m (71.8″) Date of Record 7-8 / […]

How Much Is A Coffee In Vancouver?

Prices in restaurants in Vancouver. Meal in a cheap restaurant 20 CAD (14-32) Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) 2.50 CAD (1.80-3.30) Water (0.33 liter bottle) 2.20 CAD (1.50-3.00) Cappuccino (regular) 5.00 CAD (3.10-6.00) Espresso Coffee 3.50 CAD (2.20-4.20) What is the price of a cup of coffee in Canada? Calgary was the most expensive city to […]

How Much Does It Cost To Eat In Vancouver?

Prices in restaurants in Vancouver. Meal in a cheap restaurant 20 CAD (14-32) Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course 80 CAD (55-150) McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) 12 CAD (10.00-15) Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) 7.00 CAD (5.00-9.00) Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) 8.00 CAD (6.00-10.00) Is it expensive to eat in […]

Why Is Vancouver Called Lotus Land?

Lotusland – coined by Vancouver Sun writer Allan Fotheringham, Lotusland refers to Homer’s Odyssey, in which the hero, Odysseus, visits a land whose inhabitants are befuddled by a narcotic lotus (the “Land of the Lotus-Eaters”). It sometimes is used to describe all of British Columbia. What is the Lotus Land? Ganna Walska Lotusland, also known […]

What Was Invented In Vancouver?

5 things you (probably) didn’t know were invented in Vancouver The Caulking Gun. The Jolly Jumper. Cosmetic Botox. 4. . ca. London Fog. What is Vancouver best known for? Vancouver is known for its rain, its ancient forests, its ecologically-minded locals, and its seawall. Locals and tourists know Vancouver for its world-famous swimming, surfing and […]

Is Vancouver Cheaper Than New York?

The cost of living in New York City is 55% more expensive than in Vancouver. Cities ranked 2nd and 251st ($3563 vs $2298) in the list of the most expensive cities in the world and ranked 1st and 5th in the United States and Canada, respectively. Check the United States vs Canada comparison. Is Vancouver […]