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…
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…
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. ..
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…
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...
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…
Relationship status: Overloaded. Whether you’re endlessly swiping through dating apps, scouring social media for wedding inspiration, or scrolling #MomTok for ideas to entertain the kids, sometimes it can all be just a little too much. The stress of modern relationships — whether you’re single, happily married, or dealing with a situationship — is enough to leave anyone feeling burned out and in need of a refresh…
With its breathtaking beaches, cozy cafes and cabins, and mossy trails leading to stunning viewpoints, the Sunshine Coast is the perfect local destination for a refreshing getaway this fall.
A BC Ferries sailing from Horseshoe Bay to Langdale is the first step of your coastal getaway. With Saver fares, you can travel for less: return trip travel for a car and driver starts from $39. When you disembark, the coast is yours to explore.
Unplug in a cozy cabin
There’s plenty to do along the coast, but fall can induce longings for a cozy retreat…
Whistler’s flagship food and drink festival returns for its 29th year November 6 to 16. Featuring more than 100 events over 11 buzzing days, it’s the ultimate celebration of bold tastes and bolder attitudes.
There’s no set itinerary here; you can craft your experience with the same precision as Cornucopia’s star chefs and sommeliers. Mix and match indulgence, education, celebration and discovery for a custom Cornucopia that’s entirely your own…
With summer’s hectic, activity-packed days in the rear-view mirror and the hustle and bustle of the holidays still a couple of months away, fall offers a chance to cut back on obligations and take time for yourself in Whistler’s natural spectacular mountain playground.
Outdoor adventures like hiking, biking, and ziplining are still in full-gear in Whistler, but there are fewer people so there’s more room to explore…
