Living in Vancouver
Tuesday, December 15th, 2009When moving to Vancouver, Canada you will have a variety of options when choosing the perfect neighborhood. Each neighborhood is unique, and with your numerous choices in rental possibilities offered by the TransGlobe Property Management company, you will find that you feel right at home, right away. This is the beauty of the sense of community, and you will find this in virtually every aspect of living in Vancouver. Gastown is the oldest neighborhood in the city and the charm is reflected in the unique shops and through those selling their wares on the streets and in the markets. Many new and hip restaurants and bars are popping up and the real estate is still relatively inexpensive. The buildings, the houses and shops, are mainly of the Victorian age, and the architecture and the cobblestone streets make this a great area to consider.
The original neighborhood was destroyed in 1886, when a fire tore through the whole city but was rebuilt and is now one of the few places that artists can afford to set up studio space. Small experimental theatres and galleries are plentiful, and those starting out with their own fashion designs or shops will find the right places to do so through the help of TransGlobe Property Management. Legend has it that many years ago, a pub owner named Gassy Jack Deighton offered workers from the mill whiskey, in exchange for their work in constructing his saloon. This is how the area got it name and is still a hot-spot for finding a very active night life, with pubs, clubs and trendy spots to go dancing. This is a popular spot for tourists to visit, and one of the favorite places for the locals to relax and spend time with one another. This is the funky district of the city, and a fun place to live if culture and nightlife are what you are seeking.