Luxury travel tales with a twist of adventure
British Columbia
7 Best beaches in Victoria, BC, for swimming in summer
Pssst… Wanna know the top swimming holes and lakes in Victoria? Here’s our beach chair report on the 7 best beaches in Victoria, BC.
Best Airbnb in Victoria, BC? These 3 are utterly charming
Best Airbnb in Victoria, Canada? We’ve stayed at several Airbnb’s in Victoria and these three qualify – an Art Deco manor, a bright garden suite and a James Bay cottage.
Whistler or Blackcomb: Which has better skiing?
You know Whistler is a top ski resort. But what you really want to know is – which mountain is better for skiing and snowboarding? Whistler or Blackcomb?
5 reasons why Victoria is the best city to visit in Canada
It has great restaurants and a lovely island vibe, and it’s blooming pretty! Just 3 of 5 reasons why Victoria is the best city to visit in Canada.
Paddling Whistler’s River of Golden Dreams
Isn’t the River of Golden Dreams a dreamy name? Well, this river in Whistler really is like its name. And the summer is perfect for paddling a canoe or kayak down it.
We’re moving to Victoria!
We’re moving from Vancouver to Victoria! The city is a cyclist’s dream, and we’ll buy stand-up paddleboards. We can even walk from our house to downtown!
Biking Stanley Park and 5 best Stanley Park bike rentals
Nothing beats biking Stanley Park (and around False Creek) on a sunny Vancouver day! Lots of beaches and parks. A public market and craft brewery too at Granville Island.
Ciao! Whipping up an Italian feast at a Vancouver cooking class
Black pepper fettuccini in a white-wine cream sauce? Lemon zested veal? No, I’m not in Italy. I’m grating cheese and boiling fresh-made pasta at a Vancouver cooking class!
Explore the Gorge on a fun pickle boat with Victoria Harbour Ferry
What fun! Tour the Gorge Waterway on a Victoria Harbor Ferry “pickle boat.” See the tidal falls and learn about the daredevil divers.
Reliving North Vancouver’s shipyard history at the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier
See cool yellow cranes and maritime artifacts in the old shipyard building site outside the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier, a great 4-star hotel in North Vancouver.
Chilko Experience: Luxury in British Columbia’s wilderness
Think of pristine wilderness with awesome grizzly bear viewing, fishing, ATVs, rafting, horseback riding and more. Now add the luxury Chilko Experience Wilderness Resort. Nice, eh?
Sailing away from the Vancouver cruise port
No wonder 1 million cruise passengers love the Vancouver cruise port each year! You can walk to shops, cafes and parks. Our city is particularly beautiful when seen from a cruise ship.
Vancouver Theaters: The Stanley is a lovely grand dame!
Dear Stanley Theatre, we want to tell you what a classy lady you are. A picture house in 1930, you fell on hard times. But now you’ve had a facelift and are a beloved live performing venue.
Patio party at the Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver
Summer is here! Vancouver patios like the one at the Pan Pacific Vancouver are great for cooling off with a cocktail. Try the Kale Gimlet.
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