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Vancouver’s Diverse Economy

 

Vancouver has one of Canada’s most diverse and thriving economies. Its location and population make it an ideal spot for an array of productive industries. From its centuries-old shipping industry to modern film production, Vancouver can host it all. This means more jobs and a more stable monetary flow both for the city itself and for Canada as a whole.

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Vancouver, BC has been named several times over as the “Best City in the Americas” by Condé Nast Traveler’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards. The city also ranked #1 on The Economist’s survey of the “World’s Most Livable Cities” for six years running, and in 2008 was voted one of the best places to live by Mercer Consulting in their “Quality of Living Survey 2008.”

Clearly, Vancouver is a very special city. It offers residents breathtaking views of the mountains, inviting beaches, and ample green space. Vancouver has become a premier destination for real estate buyers from around the world.

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Hear what experts say about what a great time this is to benefit from the many travel bargains out there. Like taking advantage of a beaten real estate market, if you have discretionary cash to spend on an exotic vacation, travel opportunities are everywhere. Vendors are hurting and want your business. If you have wanted to take that dream vacation now is the best time.

The travel industry has been hurting for a while and prices are being slashed to attract travelers. Places like Hawaii, Mexico and the Caribbean are offering heavily discounted travel packages and many new resorts have come on line. New resorts have sprung up in Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Cancun and the Mayan Riviera. Occupancy rates have been low with a large supply of hotel rooms.

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