We had a great time at Brian's place in Vancouver! Mari greeted us with keys, showed us around, and gave us a few tips about the area. The walk to Gastown is about 5-10 minutes, and there are plenty of bars and restaurants in that area. We also found that the Waterfront Station was a main transportation hub, and was about 15 minutes away. The neighborhood is a bit up-and-coming, but we always walked together (myself and a female friend), and we always got home before dark, which in mid-June was about 9:30pm. The apartment itself is cozy, with good space, and the pullout bed was very comfortable. It can be a bit loud in the mornings if you leave the windows open! We loved listening to Brian's music, and began each morning with a bit of jazz. Thanks for a great stay!