Kitsilano Beach has been named Best Urban Beach in Canada.Getty Image
It s likely not a surprise to anyone who s lived in Vancouver for more than a couple months, but Kitsilano is Canada s best urban beach according to Lonely Planet.
The massive travel publisher recently named their picks for the top 10 beaches in the country. Instead of ranking the beaches, Lonely Planet gave each a title and Kitsilano Beach was awarded best urban beach in the country.
They describe it as a freewheeling nugget of Southern California chopped off and transported one thousand miles north. Backed by cool cafes and an attractive park, Kits exudes a sporty, laid-back vibe, especially in summer, writes Lonely Planet writer Brendan Sainsbury.