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Vancouver Cherry Blossoms (2026): Best Spots, Peak Bloom Tips + Map
Read more: Vancouver Cherry Blossoms (2026): Best Spots, Peak Bloom Tips + MapVancouver cherry blossom season is short, a little unpredictable, and absolutely worth planning for. Every spring, tens of thousands of Japanese cherry trees turn whole streets and parks into pink tunnels, especially from March through April (with later blooms into May). Ah, those magical few weeks! Pink fever takes over Vancouver. Yes, Vancouver. It surprised…
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16 Fabulous Lakes Near Vancouver To Visit This Summer
Read more: 16 Fabulous Lakes Near Vancouver To Visit This SummerIf you think Vancouver isn’t a beach destination, wait until July. Granted, it will only last about two months, but you’ll have a glorious time — if you know where to go to really savour it. The Pacific Ocean might hover around 11°C in summer. Beautiful to look at, not so fun to swim in.…
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12 Best Beaches In British Columbia (Warm Lakes You Can Actually Swim In)
Read more: 12 Best Beaches In British Columbia (Warm Lakes You Can Actually Swim In)Yes, you read that right: beaches in British Columbia. And I don’t mean the ocean. I mean actual swimming lakes in British Columbia. Because let’s be honest — the Pacific is beautiful, wild, dramatic… and freezing. Even in August, the average ocean temperature hovers around 11°C (52°F). That’s not exactly “linger in the water” territory.…
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The Ultimate Guide to Miller, Eva & Jade Lakes: Mount Revelstoke’s Best Hike
Read more: The Ultimate Guide to Miller, Eva & Jade Lakes: Mount Revelstoke’s Best HikeMount Revelstoke National Park is often treated as a pause button—a place to stretch stiff legs, check a viewpoint off the list, and continue east toward Banff. That’s a mistake. Not because Banff isn’t spectacular, but because Mount Revelstoke offers a quieter experience. The wonderful—and wonderfully moody—Columbia Mountains reward commitment. The farther you go, the…
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6 Epic Things You Can’t Miss In Glacier National Park, BC
Read more: 6 Epic Things You Can’t Miss In Glacier National Park, BCGlacier National Park took us by surprise on our Canadian Rockies road trip—so much so that we couldn’t resist a return visit later that same summer, before the hiking season vanished faster than a lost tourist’s sense of direction. Wait, what? Glacier National Park… in British Columbia? Yep, you read that right. Turns out, there…
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Vancouver To Banff Road Trip: 10 Days Itinerary
Read more: Vancouver To Banff Road Trip: 10 Days ItineraryThe drive from Vancouver to Banff is one of the most epic road trips in the world. Bold claim? Maybe. But after experiencing jaw-dropping scenery day after day—each somehow outshining the last—I stand by it. And if you need proof, don’t worry, I’ve got an entire article to back me up. Just keep reading. First…
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Best Spots To See Stunning Flower Blooms In Vancouver
Read more: Best Spots To See Stunning Flower Blooms In VancouverSpotting the first spring flowers is always a highlight for us. After months of rain and chilly weather, nature’s grand reawakening feels almost magical. From delicate snowdrops, colorful rhododendrons and crocuses to BC’s native fawn lilies, salmonberry blossoms, and shooting stars, Vancouver bursts into color as winter fades. With longer, warmer days ahead, the excitement…
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10 Best Things To Do In Gibsons, BC
Read more: 10 Best Things To Do In Gibsons, BCDreaming of an escape to the Sunshine Coast? You’re in for a treat! This laid-back coastal gem, nestled between the Pacific Ocean and rugged mountains, is a haven for outdoor lovers, foodies, and anyone craving a slower pace of life. And there’s no better place to start your adventure than Gibsons. Perched at the southern…
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Pump Peak Hike In The Winter
Read more: Pump Peak Hike In The WinterOne of the most fairy tale snowy winter hikes we’ve done in Vancouver’s North Shore Mountains is the Pump Peak hike. It’s one of the most scenic hikes in any season, but winter is our favorite time. Pump Peak is also called First Peak, and is followed by the Second and Third Peak of Mount…
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Christmas In British Columbia: 5 Delightful Places To Spend The Holidays
Read more: Christmas In British Columbia: 5 Delightful Places To Spend The HolidaysAre you looking for the perfect place to spend Christmas in British Columbia? There are lots to choose from. This vast province has endless mountains and a wild coastline, world-class skiing resorts and cozy little towns. You can see fairy tale snowy landscapes, lush green temperate rainforests or giant waves. Whether you travel to BC…
