Almost every child has wished upon a star or gazed up at those far-off lights dotted about the night sky and wondered. …
Hiking through history: Exploring Second World War landmarks on Vancouver Island’s west coast
When the subject of the Second World War comes up, travel-minded history buffs usually think of sites in Europe or the …
Preserving hope and creating peace: Discover the West Coast’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Travel has many faces. Chances are, if you travel for any reason, from business to pleasure, there’s an …
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A neat discovery: Savour a taste of Vancouver Island’s whisky distilleries
Whisky is inextricably linked to the British Isles, but whether it originated in Scotland or Ireland is a matter of some …
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‘I love not man the less, but nature more!’ Green travel tips for the eco-conscious traveller
Who better than Lord Byron to remind us of the value of the natural world and the need to protect it for generations of …
Discover Portland: Explore the City of Roses
Incorporated in 1851, Portland, Oregon grew through trade by water during the first 3o years of its existence and grew …
Window on the West Coast: Malahat Skywalk gives a bird’s-eye view of the world at your feet
The moment you walk through the breezeway at the Malahat Skywalk entrance, a sign jumps out: “A feast for the …
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‘A moveable feast:’ Savour Victoria’s amazing local eateries … with a side of history!
If you’re a local Victorian, you probably think you know the city pretty well, but Andy Olsen of A Taste of …
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New eyes, new forest: Hiking Salt Spring with the next generation
I’m not really a local, in the sense that I don’t live on Salt Spring Island. I live in Victoria, a short …
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Park, Dump or Tzou, Southern Vancouver Island offers world-class mountain biking for all levels
Mountain biking has come a long way since its modern origins in Marin County, California in the 1970s. Off-road riding …