A Crown Royal Guide to Canada: Vancouver

Vancouver. Where wilderness meets wild nights, cityscapes blend into mountaintops and whale watching can be followed by rooftop drinks in the heart of one of the world’s most energetic cities

To say it’s an interesting place would be an understatement, and in ending our new Crown Royal itinerary right here is to ensure you go out with a bang. There’s lots this city can offer you, so we’ve broken it down and served you up the best bits in this quick one page guide. And once you’re clued up on the travel side of things, remember to flip the page - we’ve got a royal treat for you.

Stay

The Four Seasons

Located at the heart of the action, this luxury hotspotoffers world-class accommodation, beautifulcity views and a host of stunning on-site offeringsfor when you’re done exploring and feeling weary.Hello in-room traditional Japanese massage. Theseafood they serve up in their YEW restaurant ispretty phenomenal too…

Eat

Blue Water Café

Sustainable seafood and creative West Coastdishes – the Blue Water Café has been at the topof Vancouver’s best restaurant lists for years,and for good reason. Opt for fresh oysters andmelt-in-the-mouth Tuna for something reallyspecial. You’ll find this must-try spot in the trendyYaletown district.

Drink

The Diamond

There are bars aplenty in Vancouver, but nowheredoes cocktail hour like Gastown. Head to TheDiamond for creative cocktails in a historic space,where the intense flavours, mood lighting andrustic décor will keep you glued to your seat untilthe early hours.

Mountain Adventures

Grouse Mountain

No matter where you are in Vancouver, youcan’t get away from the stunning views of themountains, and they’re not as far away as youthink. A 30-minute drive will see you skiing ormountain biking, depending on the time of year.

Watery Worlds

Vancouver Island

Finding yourself drawn to the water? Hop over toVancouver Island and spend a day whale watching.In the summer months, you’re likely to spot orcas,humpbacks and more in the wildlife rich watersjust off the coast of this unique city.

Scenic Flights

Floatplane Rides

One of Vancouver’s most iconic scenes is that ofthe city’s fleet of floatplanes coming in to land inVancouver harbour. Hop on a private plane andtake a trip to Vancouver Island, or simply soarabove the city for 20 minutes of unbeatable vies.

Drink the Vancouver Cocktail by Crown Royal

Nahanni Punch - A Recipe by Lauren Mote

Inspired by the Canadian Punch Story: Nahanni National Park is a treasure of the northern regions of Canada, from the Mackenzie Mountains Natural Region, east of the Yukon to the Northwest Territories, who’s centerpiece is really the south Nahanni River. Canyons are vast, while Virginia Falls gently boast double the height of Niagara Falls and Hot Springs. This is Unesco’s very first World Heritage Site (1978), with grizzly bears and the “Cirque of the Unclimables”, thestunning terrain and deafening silence capture all who venture.

Ingredients

1.50 oz Crown Royal Canadian Whisky 0.50 oz Lustau East India Sherry 0.75 oz Lemon Juice 1.00 oz Maple Syrup 2 dashes Western Haskap Bitters 2.00 oz Sea Cider “Rum Runner” Sparkling Cider

Technique

Shake all ingredients (except the cider) with ice, then add the cider to the tin. Double strain over a large cube in a double old fashioned glass, garnish with lemon wedge.