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WALKING TOURS The Tour Guys Your clients can now enjoy two new free "sunset tours." The West End and English Bay Tour departs from the Olympic Cauldron, exploring the history of Coal Harbour, Stanley Park, Abbott House, "Blue Blood Alley" (Georgia Street), the Roedde House Museum, Gabriola Mansion and more before ending with stunning views at English Bay. The Olympic Village and False Creek Tour departs from Science World and ends at Stamp's Landing, examining False Creek's old industrial past, Main Street, the resurgence of "Brewery Creek," the role of Expo 86 and the 2010 Olympics in reshaping the neighbourhood, Olympic Village and Habitat Island. tourguys.ca Spectacular Helijet Tours Vancouver Photowalks Your clients will participate in an engaging walking tour of the city combined with photography instruction that shows them how to get the most from their digital cameras. In two fun hours, they will practise the basics of photography and learn new techniques while enjoying the dynamic energy of Vancouver's most popular destination neighbourhoods. vancouverphotowalks.ca Forbidden Vancouver Staging dramatic, historical walking tours on the streets of Vancouver, this team of storytellers are actors, historians and entertainers who deliver compelling and memorable experiences for your clients. Their newest tour – The Lost Souls of Gastown – is led by one of Vancouver's earliest residents on a theatrical adventure through Victorian-era Gastown filled with fires, smallpox outbreaks and mysterious murders. forbiddenvancouver.ca AIRPORT SERVICES Airport Butler Offer your clients a customized curb-to-gate concierge service with personalized meet-and-greet services to arriving, connecting and departing passengers at the Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Airport Butler has exclusive access to post-security areas and motorized carts, assisting travellers all the way from their gate to the curb or connecting gate, including YVR's South Terminal. The concierge team ensures smooth transit and a relaxed VIP-style treatment. airportbutler.ca ACCOMMODATION Comfort Inn Downtown The newly renovated Comfort Inn Downtown has created a perfect package for your clients to experience everything Vancouver has to offer. The "Leisurely Night on the Town" package includes accommodation, full hot breakfast for two, overnight parking for one vehicle, a food-andbeverage credit, VIP passes to Doolin's Irish Pub, The Roxy and The Cellar, plus late checkout. comfortinndowntown.com TVan photo: Helijet International Betty at The Burrard The Burrard is proud to announce the opening of "Betty" – a cool café with personality, a restaurant, a late-night hangout, a happening bar, a place to chill with a hot beverage or look great while drinking a cold one. Betty is conveniently located in The Burrard lobby. She is fully licensed and has full-service catering available. Betty at The Burrard is the perfect spot for a fabulous cocktail party, sophisticated meeting or tropical garden wedding. theburrard.com Opus Hotel Vancouver Once again claiming the title of "youngest" boutique hotel in Vancouver, OPUS has completed a revamp of its playful 96 rooms, including iPads in every room. With striking design, personality plus, and a fabulous location in the heart of hip Yaletown in downtown Vancouver, this boutique hotel will appeal to your savvy travellers who like their lodgings with a little more flavour. vancouver.opushotel.com Residence Inn by Marriott Vancouver Downtown Centrally located on Hornby Street, the new, all-suite property features 201 rooms with kitchens and grocery delivery service, free Wi-Fi and highspeed Internet access, complimentary hot breakfast and more. Guests can enjoy a community feel at evening socials and weekly barbecues, along with all-encompassing dining experiences at Cavino Restaurant. residenceinn.com/yvrdr HISTORIC SITES oTENTik at Fort Langley National Historic Site Fort Langley has launched its first ever oTENTiks camping season, available from mid-May until the beginning of September. The oTENTik tent, exclusive to Parks Canada, offers a unique blend of homey comfort and a taste of outdoor adventure. It is a unique concept for your clients to enjoy camping with the comfort of a bed inside the fort. There are five oTENTiks, each with a unique heritage theme. Have your clients connect to cultural heritage and experience life inside the fort as only the Hudson's Bay Company employees could! parkscanada.gc.ca/fortlangley tourismvancouver.com 9