Romance softly folds you in its embrace wherever you go in Vancouver. The magic of Vancouver is partly due to its setting: nestled in the arms of the charming mountains of British Columbia. Awaken your romantic instincts like never before, whether you are playful, quietly companionable, wildly passionate, or simply allow Eros to rule you, Vancouver has a flavour for each mood. The luckiest are the aqua crazy, for Vancouver abounds in water sporting activities. Nature was created for the romantically inclined; the views in Vancouver are simply stunning.

Take a sunset dinner cruise and enjoy the bliss of togetherness on board with a candlelight dinner for two. Have a romantic picnic on an uninhabited island (try barbecuing salmon). Board an aqua bus along the False Creek and appreciate the sights in comfortable companionship. Canoeing, kayaking, white water rafting, boating, fishing, hiking, swimming… a sumptuous fare awaits the nature and water enthusiasts, all with the hidden bouquet of romance that seems to prevail in the air.

Even if you are soul mates of the mountains, the breathtaking views will amaze you. Follow a leisurely saunter along the waterfront with a gourmet dinner; the perfect ending for a perfect day. For romance in the skies, take a ride in the only sky plane ride on the continent, except Alaska.

In winter, the slopes of Vancouver become alive with the flavor of togetherness. Ski across the powdery slopes by day, then cuddle together by the crackling fire, and watch the shadows of evening come across the mountain slopes. The three different mountains, Grouse, Cyprus, and Seymour, all own their own snow lines. The views of the city from the peaks are astounding.

The hiking trails around Vancouver are a pure delight; you can even pick wild blueberries along the trail in the fall. Love will tingle your senses amidst the abundance of nature. The awesome 1,000-acre Stanley Park has a range of delights. Rainforests, beaches, gardens; name any aspect of nature, you will find it here. Walking along the seawall around the park, and seeing the romantic glass-roofed restaurant in the middle of the path will bring out your most "honest intentions." What a great place to declare your love!

Vancouver has a quality that sustains and improves upon life. If you can find romance at home-here in Vancouver-why look for it elsewhere?