Vancouver

Some say Vancouver is one of the more beautiful cities in the world, and with looming majestic mountains, rainforests and a sparkling Pacific coastline, it would be hard to disagree.

Canadians are known for their friendly demeanor, and Vancourverites even more so as living on the west coast breeds a laid back attitude and welcoming culture. Even the sealife is friendly, as Vancouver is an excellent destination for whale watching, whilst the North Shore Mountains are stunning, with skiing or hiking making them perfect to explore whatever the time of year. With all this outdoorsy talk, its easy to forget that Vancouver is a bustling, diverse, and significant cosmopolitan city too, well worth time to explore in its own right.

So, if you fancy a city break where you can hike in the forest, sail in the ocean, ski down a mountain and shop in some quirky boutiques all in the same day, then Vancouver is definitely work a visit.