Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Destination Wedding: Vancouver

Wedding facts

British Columbia is one of the easier foreign spots to tie the knot. No blood test or medical exam is needed. The license is $55.

The biggest hitch: a two-day waiting period from the time the license is issued until the ceremony can be performed.



When to go

The weather varies greatly from the coasts to the interior of the province. We visited in late March. Vancouver was comfortable, but Victoria was damp and cold. The best time to visit is from April to September.

August is one of the drier months. Coastal breezes keep summer temperatures moderate, but you should pack a sweater because temperatures can dip at night.


Insider tips

If you drive from Seattle, expect major delays at the border crossing. Vancouver and Victoria have lots of interesting shops, but you'll pay a value-added tax on your purchases.

British Columbia requires a two-day waiting period, so you may want to spend a couple days in Vancouver before tying the knot in Victoria (or vice versa).


Who to call

Tourism British Columbia: (800) 663-6000. Tourism Association of Southwestern British Columbia: (604) 876-3088.

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