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![Vancouver International Airport (YVR)](https://image.arrivalguides.com/398x193/09/e08f8ffea5d644c0b0971de608872c14.jpg)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is located 16 km from downtown Vancouver. Canada Line (the city's rapid transit railway system) connects the airport to downtown Vancouver in under 30 minutes, departing every 7-15 minutes. There are also numerous car rental companies present at the airport, as well as taxi services.
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Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
Located in Abbotsford, British Columbia, about 65 km east of Vancouver, Abbotsford International Airport is a smaller regional airport that primarily serves domestic and regional flights within Canada and the United States. The airport is accessible by car, public transportation, and taxi, and offers a range of amenities and services for travelers, including shops, restaurants, lounges, and other amenities.
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Public Transport
In Vancouver, private vehicles are the most popular mode of transportation. Mass transit includes local buses, Skytrain, and Seabus. A Translink Day Pass, which can be purchased at many stations, grocery stores, and 7/11s, can be used on all of these. Bicycle rental is another very popular way for visitors to get around the city and cover more ground than walking. Several companies located around the city offer these services.
Vancouver has a comprehensive public transportation system, which includes buses, trains, and ferries. The main agency responsible for public transportation in the city is TransLink, which operates a network of buses, trains, and ferries that serve the Metro Vancouver area.
Buses: The bus system in Vancouver is extensive, with routes serving the city and surrounding areas. Buses run frequently, and many routes operate 24 hours a day.
Trains: The SkyTrain is Vancouver's rapid transit rail system, which consists of three lines: the Expo Line, the Millennium Line, and the Canada Line. The SkyTrain serves a number of cities in the Metro Vancouver area, including Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster, and Richmond.
Ferries: The SeaBus is a passenger ferry service that operates between downtown Vancouver and the North Shore. The SeaBus operates every 15 minutes during peak hours and every 30 minutes during off-peak hours.
In addition to these services, TransLink also operates a number of other public transportation options, including community shuttles, HandyDART (a door-to-door service for people with disabilities), and the West Coast Express (a commuter rail service).
Public transportation in Vancouver can be accessed using a variety of fare payment options, including fares paid in cash, fares paid using a Compass Card (a reloadable electronic fare card), and fares paid using the TransLink mobile app.
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Taxi
Taxis in Vancouver are generally reliable and can be a convenient option for getting around the city. Most taxis in the city are metered, with rates determined by distance and time, and there are a number of different companies operating in the city.
Ridesharing services, such as Uber, Lyft and Blacklane, have become increasingly popular in recent years, and offer a convenient and often more affordable alternative to traditional taxis.
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Post
In Vancouver, Canada Post offers a variety of services, including letter and parcel delivery, post office boxes, and money orders. The company also provides a range of shipping options for individuals and businesses, including priority, express, and international shipping.
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Pharmacy
Shoppers Drug Mart, London Drugs, Rexall, and Pharmasave: these Canadian chains have numerous locations throughout Vancouver and offer a wide range of prescription and over-the-counter medications, as well as health and wellness products, beauty products, and more.
In addition to these larger chain stores, there are also many independent pharmacies throughout the city that offer a range of medications and other health-related products. Many of these pharmacies also offer additional services such as prescription refills, flu shots, and other immunizations.
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Telephone
Country code: +1
Area code: 604
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Electricity
In Canada, the electrical system operates on a 120V supply voltage at a frequency of 60Hz. The country uses two types of plugs: type A and type B. Type A plugs have two flat parallel pins, while type B plugs have two flat parallel pins along with a grounding pin.
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