Pacific Car Rentals is now are offering a certain type of snow chains for rent on all our vehicles. Most car rental companies will only provide winter tires on their vehicles and not provide snow chain rentals but we are offering both.

We rent certain vehicles with snow tires that will get you up to the snowy mountains and through the Vancouver winters with no troubles at all. However, for even more security and ability to get through the really deep …

Suppose you’re going to be in Vancouver for the first time — but only for a day or so before boarding a cruise ship to Alaska or a flight across the Pacific.

What should you try to squeeze in while you’re there?

Several passengers who were in that situation asked me that during a Banff-Vancouver rail trip last May. They were from Britain, Malaysia, Australia and Korea, and I was one of the few Canadians in the coach.

I offered a few suggestions, …

It’s official – the tourism sector pulled out of rough waters this summer, with smooth sailing expected for the foreseeable future.

Industry trackers at the Vancouver Island, provincial and national level have issued reports painting a shiny image for tourism operators in August, with Nanaimo among one of the industry leaders.

The industry has been in the doldrums for several years, driven in part by a faltering U.S. economy and a resulting drop in cross-border tourism, including fewer U.S. vessels in the …

June escorts in the official start of summer and the packed line up of events, from concerts to street parties and festivals, reflects the city’s overwhelming urge to get out and have fun.

I’m particularly looking forward to the line-up for Italian Heritage Month, including the EuroCup Breakfast and Commercial’s Italian Day on the Drive – one of the largest community events of the year dedicated to celebrating la dolce vita with food, music, entertainment and more.

But the street parties don’t stop there. Expect …

May 2012 in Vancouver is packed with cultural and food festivals, great theatre, film festivals, and more.

Ongoing through May 3
Vancouver Opera’s Aida
What: The Vancouver Opera ends its 2011/2012 season with Verdi’s blockbuster opera set in ancient Egypt.
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Vancouver
Cost: See site for details

Thursday, May 3 – Sunday, May 6
Vancouver International Burlesque Festival
What: The 7th Annual Vancouver International Burlesque Festival is a three-day celebration of burlesque, and includes local and international performers, workshops, fashion shows, parties, and more.
Where: Various locations; see site …

Spring Break for kids in Vancouver schools runs from March 19 – 23, 2012 (though some schools are off before/after those dates). Which means many parents will be scrambling to find fun activities to do with the kids—and get them out of the house!

Luckily, Vancouver has lots of options for Spring Break 2012 Activities, from climbing walls at the BC Sports Hall of Fame to outdoor ice skating (in March!) to CSI-style forensic day camps.

Top 10 Kids’ Activities for Spring Break …

Vancouver, British Columbia does not see too much snow in the city in the winter but when it does come it is heavy, wet and causes havoc for drivers on the road. The best way to keep yourself moving and safe on the roads during these times is to get around in a vehicle with snow tires. The mountains and the roadways leading up to the resorts have snow for much of the winter season. When getting out of the …

There are many Christmas activities happening in and around Vancouver during the holiday season and none more fun for the whole family then the Bright Nights at Stanley Park. Public transit to the park is not always very convenient so ensure a safe and convenient trip for you family by renting a vehicle with Pacific Car Rentals in Vancouver.

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This year marks the 14th year of Bright Nights at Stanley Park. During the holiday season Stanley Park’s forest is adourned …

Cypress Mountain opened for skiing on Tuesday, the earliest opening ever for the West Vancouver ski resort.

Trails on the north face of Black Mountain will be open to intermediate and expert skiers and riders, with more alpine runs expected to open on the weekend.

The early opening is largely due to snowmaking equipment used during last year’s Vancouver Winter Olympics, when Cypress Bowl suffered an infamous lack of snow.

Long-time ski instructor Lorne Milne explained that …

The winter season is upon us in Vancouver, BC and Pacific Car Rentals‘ fleet is prepared to service you through the difficult winter conditions that can blow through the city or that are a constant on the mountains. For the 2011-2012 winter season we are offering certified snow tires on our Midsize Cars,Full Size Cars and passenger Vans to ensure that your rental experience is comfortable and safe through out the season.

Whether you are a local looking to get through …