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If your trip to East Side is all sorted out but your itinerary is a bit on the empty side, let us give you a few hints and tips.
Enjoy new adventures without having to venture far. You'll find John Hendry Park and Trout Lake close to the center of this neighborhood.
Be sure to visit Knight and Mount Pleasant while you're here. Allow yourself enough time to explore — there's plenty to keep you on the go. Knight is about 1 mile away, while Mount Pleasant is 2 miles.
Nothing says vacation like jumping in the car, blasting some tunes and cruising to the seaside. East Side has some lovely beaches close by, so grab a good book (and a kite if it's windy) and take a jaunt to one of these well-known options:
If you have some serious work-related business to attend to in East Side, there's a good chance you'll be spending a lot of time at a convention center. If that's the case, you might like to know some of the ones that have hotels and cafés nearby:
The wide, open road is calling your name, and East Side is a wonderful base to kick-start your journey. Located 4 miles from downtown, the first thing you'll need to pick up is the key to one our quality rental cars. An SUV will get you in and around Vancouver in true comfort and style — or you might want to veer off the beaten path and explore lesser-known areas with a powerful four-wheel drive. For zipping around the city, we'd recommend renting an economy or compact car. They might not be as spacious, but they'll be amazing at squeezing into those tight parking spaces.
There's more than enough choice when it comes to rental cars in East Side. From luxury models to agile compacts, you'll find it all here. Selecting your perfect match depends on how much you'd like to spend and what you intend to do. Some road trips are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas other adventures don't need more than an engine and four wheels. Which car will you be sliding behind the wheel of this time?
Not knowing the traffic laws is like going away on a road trip and not having a map. Get behind the wheel in East Side with our driving tips:
In East Side, you'll have to stick to the right-hand side. When exploring a new place, it's always a smart idea to book an automatic vehicle. That way, you can focus on the road and not worry about gear changes.
Peak-hour traffic isn't a huge issue in East Side and the wider Vancouver area. With a population of 600,000, the roads aren't as busy here as they are in larger cities.
No, you shouldn't have any problems finding a parking space in East Side. With loads of places to leave your rental car, exploring the best of this destination is easy.
East Side is a neighborhood in Vancouver, where speed limits range from 50 km/h to 120 km/h. However, there are exceptions. Residential areas are usually 50 km/h unless signed otherwise.
Generally, your chosen car rental company will charge the amount listed on the fine to your credit card, including local surcharges. Or they may provide your contact details to the relevant local authority, who'll then send a fine straight to you.
In short, yes. However, there are some exceptions for vehicles used by public transportation systems.
Provided you have hands-free functions like Bluetooth enabled, you are able to use your cell phone while operating a vehicle in East Side. Just make sure you keep your eyes on the road.
While behind the wheel in East Side, it's illegal to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) of over 0.05%. Thinking of having a drink or two with lunch or dinner? Consider taking a taxi or using a ride-sharing service.
Road rules in East Side permit drivers at a red light to turn into the lane closest to them, without waiting for a green signal. Before doing so, the vehicle must fully stop and the driver must be certain that the way is clear before proceeding.