Join Us at the 2015 Vancouver International Boat Show

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The owners and staff of the Vancouver International Boat Show, we could not be more excited for the 2015 show, which is just around the corner from January 21 to 25! With some amazing features, this year’s show is one you won’t want to miss:
•    Tuna.com’s Captain Dave Carraro – star of the hit National Geographic TV Show Wicked Tuna – will be onsite for meet and greets with fans!
•    Free shuttle buses and water ferries between BC Place and Granville Island
•    FREE Discover Boating boat rides and Hangs On Skills Training at Granville Island
•    Kids’ Zone
•    Sport Fishing in BC
•    SailFest – offering the latest sailboats, gear, destinations
•    Daily seminars to educate, inspire and entertain
 
The Vancouver International Boat Show boasts two great locations – BC Place & Granville Island:
 
Hours:
Wednesday to Saturday, 10am-8pm
Sunday, 10am-5pm
Granville Island Floating Show closes daily at 5pm
 
Tickets:
Adults: $15
Seniors: $13
2-day Adult Passes: $20
2-day Senior Passes: $17
Kids (16 and under): FREE!
Buy online before midnight January 20th and save $3 per ticket!
 
Locations:
BC Place Indoor Show: 777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
Granville Island Floating Show: 1676 Duranleau Street, Vancouver
 
If you haven’t done so already, be sure to check out the new Vancouver International Boat Show website for more information and updates: www.vancouverboatshow.ca.

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