For The Seattle Times: Spring in Whistler is open season for multisport adventures (Branded content)

Spring is a special time in Whistler. Fresh snow is still falling on the peaks while wildflowers are starting to bloom in the valley. Lift lines are short and trails are quiet, but the après scene still pops.

The spring multisport season is a short but very sweet moment that locals look forward to every year. Pack your ski boots and your sandals – you’ll need them both for a spring getaway in this picture-perfect mountain town…

Written for The Seattle Times Content Studio. Read the rest on The Seattle Times website.

For Explore: Find Your Own Path in Greater Vernon, the Official Trail Capital of BC (Sponsored content)

Surrounded by shimmering lakes, ancient forests and rolling grasslands, Greater Vernon is home to more than 500 kilometres of hiking, biking and multi-use trails through some of British Columbia’s most iconic landscapes.

From gentle lakeside strolls to heart-pumping black diamond trails, there’s something here for every outdoor adventurer. There are so many trails to explore that Greater Vernon was recognized as the Official Trail Capital of BC in 2023…

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For The Seattle Times: Driven by legacy: A centennial journey along Route 66 (Branded content)

Launched in 1926 as part of America’s first federal highway system, Route 66 has always been more than just a road. Winding 2,400 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, the Mother Road carried families pushing West during the Depression and served as a military transport corridor during World War II before gaining international fame as a destination for travelers to get their kicks…

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For CBC: Choose your own adventure on Vancouver Island with BC Ferries (Sponsor Content)

As the days start to get longer, there’s more time to explore – and Vancouver Island destinations like Victoria and Parksville, packed with family-friendly activities and exciting adventures, are perfect local getaways to shake off the cobwebs of winter hibernation.

The BC Ferries Trip Planning resource makes it easy to discover sailing specials and exclusive hotel offers, helping you plan your next Island getaway and save. Sail with BC Ferries Saver fares from Metro Vancouver to Vancouver Island starting from $49 one way for car and driver, available on select sailings…

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For Explore: Road Trip the Stunning Cariboo Chilcotin Coast in British Columbia (Sponsored content)

As the snow starts to melt, the vast open spaces of BC’s Cariboo Chilcotin Coast come alive. From guest ranches and wildlife encounters to vibrant local communities and Indigenous experiences, a road trip through this wild frontier offers the ultimate springtime escape. Whether you’re looking for active adventure or serene solitude, craft your own custom getaway in these rugged lands between the mountains and the sea…

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For Hootsuite: The 18 social media trends to shape your 2026 strategy

Creating a social media marketing trends report heading into 2026 was an interesting challenge. Trends are no longer linear, or even shaped like a traditional bell curve. They can be splintered and contradictory.

Social identities and communities are becoming more personal while AI is taking over content creation. Absurdist chaos battles it out with cozy nostalgia. All while social media evolves from a communications channel into a search engine, a research lab, and a high-stakes creative testing ground. 

In our annual exploration of the latest social media trends, we highlight what brands need to know to stay relevant in the lightning-fast social ecosystem of 2026. ..

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For TravelPulse Canada: G Adventures Moroccan Sahara Discovery Tour Review

Two very starry (and sandy) nights in the desert on the G Adventures Moroccan Sahara Discovery tour

The Sahara Desert is the stuff of literature and legend. Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist, in particular, played an important part in bringing my partner and me together, and partially inspired our decision to visit the world’s largest hot desert. After a couple of great experiences travelling with G Adventures in Southeast Asia, we booked their Moroccan Sahara Discovery tour and headed to Marrakesh…

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For CBC: Wild Wonder of the Pacific: It’s Storm Season in Tofino and Ucluelet (Sponsor Content)

Storm-watching season has arrived in Tofino and Ucluelet, and the power of Mother Nature is on full display. During this unique time on B.C.’s West Coast, massive waves gain momentum as they roll in across the Pacific, crashing down on the shore in Tofino and Ucluelet with crests up to 20 feet high.

BC Ferries makes it easy to plan your storm-watching adventure in time to catch this year’s thunderous natural display. Saver fares from the Lower Mainland to Nanaimo for a car and driver start at $49 on select sailings, and BC Ferries customers also get access to exclusive Coastal Perks offers, like a third night free at select Tofino and Ucluelet hotels.

The stronger the storm, the wilder the wonder. Here’s how to make the most of this special time on Vancouver Island...

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For Medium: Colombian Ambassador highlights importance of Canadian tourism as the ARC Gloria arrives in Vancouver

ARC Gloria in Vancouver by travel writer Christina Newberry

ARC Gloria at the Burrard Dry Dock Pier on October 22, 2025 Photo: Christina Newberry

The ARC Gloria, official flagship of the Colombian Navy, sailed into Vancouver yesterday. As the sun set, the Ambassador of Colombia in Canada, H.E. Carlos Arturo Morales, and the ship’s Commanding Officer, Captain Luis Fernando Lara Cogollo, welcomed special guests aboard the vessel for a celebratory evening of Colombian food, drink, music and dance…

 

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A freelance travel writer/editor based in Vancouver