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Under the Sea

On a warm, sunny day last October, a crowd of about 40 people of all ages lined the wooden dock at Armours Beach in Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast, hands clasping buckets...

Creative Inspirations

With routes traversing some of the most beautiful waters in North America, sailing with BC Ferries isn’t just about getting from here to there, it’s about...

Choose Your Own Adventure

Dotting the ocean off the southwestern shoreline of mainland BC, the Southern Gulf Islands feel far-removed from the demands of urban living. On these five islands,...

For the Love of Salmon

It’s the moment most anglers live for — those first few euphoric seconds when a fish, hopefully a chinook, tugs on the line deep in the ocean, causing the rod to...

Chasing the Light

There are two designated dark sky parks in BC: McDonald Park near Abbotsford and Cattle Point Dark Sky Urban Star Park in Oak Bay (close to downtown Victoria). Shielded...

The Ultimate Surf Sister

Surfing in Tofino can feel truly magical, no matter your skill level. Gentle waves roll evenly and consistently to the sandy shore, splashing beginners with a salty good...

Immersed in Nature

Bodega Ridge Galiano Island As the first stop on the Southern Gulf Islands ferry route from Tsawwassen, Galiano is convenient to get to, but it also feels delightfully...

Sweet Summer Treats

For an Old-Timey Vibe with a Twist Welcome Parlour Ice Cream Welcome Parlour Ice Cream. Photo by Darren Lebouf. North Vancouver  |  Old meets new at Welcome Parlour....

Weekend Escape

Bring your car (hardy cyclists can also tackle the hilly roads) and start exploring soon after you dock at Descanso Bay. Need suggestions? Travel writer (and perennial...

World-Class Service

On a sunny day, the outer deck of the Spirit of British Columbia is packed with tourists, snapping selfies and taking photos of the pristine BC coastline. It’s an...