To answer your question about driving in Vancouver, it's just fine. The drive from downtown to UBC is very straightforward, the streets well signposted and mostly on a grid -- until you get to UBC. Just ensure you leave plenty of time, because at Canadians in January there were traffic jams to get into the Parkade, which is right beside the stadium. Message me and I'd be happy to help you with more info.
Who's going? Any good Vancouver tips?
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To answer your question about driving in Vancouver, it's just fine. The drive from downtown to UBC is very straightforward, the streets well signposted and mostly on a grid -- until you get to UBC. Just ensure you leave plenty of time, because at Canadians in January there were traffic jams to get into the Parkade, which is right beside the stadium. Message me and I'd be happy to help you with more info.
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I'll be coming up from Seattle along with old friends of mine who are coming in from all over the US and Canada. This is my big winter vacation! I also can't wait to see the juniors live.
My group is planning on spending the day/evening before the first official practice on Grouse Mountain. We all skate, and Grouse has an 8000sq ft outdoor skating pond! Should be fun. I've never skated on a natural outdoor pond.
My group is planning on spending the day/evening before the first official practice on Grouse Mountain. We all skate, and Grouse has an 8000sq ft outdoor skating pond! Should be fun. I've never skated on a natural outdoor pond.
I got east bleacher tickets for days 1 and 3, sadly couldn't get one for day 2 >D: Kinda grumpy about the GPF selling out so fast. I kinda wish it was held in Rogers Arena, somehow I believe it would have sold out there (plus, much easier to access for tourists!).
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I got tickets for Thursday and Saturday! So excited! Kolyada and Hanyu better make the final 
UBC Arena is really small and doesn't have a lot of food options (if any at all), so yeah, arrive prepared. UBC campus has some food options, but most of them close pretty early or aren't open at all during the weekend.
On a plus side there are express buses from UBC to the rest of Vancouver. 44 will take you downtown, 99 will take you all the way to Commercial drive. It passes Kitisilano and Mount Pleasant neighbourhoods, both have a lot of good food options.
UBC Arena is really small and doesn't have a lot of food options (if any at all), so yeah, arrive prepared. UBC campus has some food options, but most of them close pretty early or aren't open at all during the weekend.
On a plus side there are express buses from UBC to the rest of Vancouver. 44 will take you downtown, 99 will take you all the way to Commercial drive. It passes Kitisilano and Mount Pleasant neighbourhoods, both have a lot of good food options.
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The most affordable way is to take Canada Line skytrain till Langara/49th and then take a bus to UBC. It will take an hour and will cost around $10 if you don't have a transit card because you would have to pay twice and you also have to pay extra when you commute from the airport (I know, it's stupid).
The most reasonable way is to get a cab. It's flat rate, so that would be $35 Canadian + tip. It will take about 20-25 minutes.
Bumping this thread to see an updated list of who is going!
I’ll be there.
I’ll probably start a slack channel if anyone is interested in staying in touch during the event.
If you were on slack for Worlds 2016, us nationals 2017/2018 or skate Canada 2018 you won’t need to do anything!
I’ll be there.
I’ll probably start a slack channel if anyone is interested in staying in touch during the event.
If you were on slack for Worlds 2016, us nationals 2017/2018 or skate Canada 2018 you won’t need to do anything!
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Bumping this thread to see an updated list of who is going!
I’ll be there.
I’ll probably start a slack channel if anyone is interested in staying in touch during the event.
If you were on slack for Worlds 2016, us nationals 2017/2018 or skate Canada 2018 you won’t need to do anything!
I will be there. Looking forward to seeing you @Mrs. P and chatting on slack.
another option is to take the Canada line from YVR and get off 4 stops after in Bridgeport Station. The 480 UBC bus leaves there on the adjacent bus loop every 15 minutes. The fare to get to the Canada line is $7.95 and you can use that ticket for transfer onto the 480 UBC bus.
I'm going to be there for all three days! I'm in the east bleachers, so hopefully the view won't be too bad... lol. Maybe I should bring flowers for Rika and Nathan? *knocks on wood to not jinx them*
PS I've lived in Van most of my life, but never been in Thunderbird Arena. Are they going to confiscate any drinks and food? Because I want desperately to stock up, yet...
PS I've lived in Van most of my life, but never been in Thunderbird Arena. Are they going to confiscate any drinks and food? Because I want desperately to stock up, yet...
From the event website FAQ section:
If you are just hiding a banana or a granola bar in your pocket or at the bottom of your purse, they might not notice it, but there's always a chance they could confiscate it.
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I'll be there with my friend Melissa. First time in Canada, first GPF. Super excited [emoji14]Bumping this thread to see an updated list of who is going!
I’ll be there.
I’ll probably start a slack channel if anyone is interested in staying in touch during the event.
If you were on slack for Worlds 2016, us nationals 2017/2018 or skate Canada 2018 you won’t need to do anything!
What's a slack channel?!
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Bumping this thread to see an updated list of who is going!
I’ll be there.
I’ll probably start a slack channel if anyone is interested in staying in touch during the event.
If you were on slack for Worlds 2016, us nationals 2017/2018 or skate Canada 2018 you won’t need to do anything!
I will be there! I remember the slack channel from Worlds 2016! Would love to be a part of this one too
I will be there! I remember the slack channel from Worlds 2016! Would love to be a part of this one too
Awesome! I hope we get to meet at last! I'll add you to the gpf channel!
Anyone else interested in joining the slack, just pm me your email!
