TripIt Blog City Break: Vancouver

City break (noun): a short holiday spent in a city, such as when on business travel. Before there was bleisure travel, there was the city break-the short space of leisure time that grants you access to the cultural and culinary amenities that big cities offer. In this series from TripIt, we explore some of the world's best cities for planning a quick getaway or extending a work trip. Here are our tips for making the most of your city break in Vancouver. Where to fly in Located about 25 minutes from downtown Vancouver, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the main airport travelers fly into for domestic and international trips alike. Once on the ground, you have a number of options for getting to your hotel or vacation rental. A taxi or ride share is likely the quickest and easiest way to get to your destination. Taxi stands are located on Level 2 once you exit the terminal. Note that taxis use a zoned rate fare and the cost will vary based on your destination. Uber is also (but only recently) available from the airport. Alternatively, SkyTrain's Canada Line provides rapid rail service between the airport and downtown Vancouver. Trains depart ...The post City Break: Vancouver appeared first on TripIt Blog.