Forest bathing is the latest health trend—but what exactly is it, anyways? Translated from the Japanese term shinrin-yoku, forest bathing is also known as forest therapy. It’s kind of like hiking through the forest. It’s kind of like meditating amongst the trees. Yet it’s not exactly either. “I’ve been doing forest therapy all my life, […]

Few things in life are as fun as a road trip. To help you get inspired, @ryanfloodphoto is sharing photos of some of his favourite places to stop when travelling between Victoria and Port Renfrew. “Taking in the view from the red and blue chairs on the rocks of McNeill Bay in Victoria. It’s a […]

Nature shaped British Columbia’s future when gold fever hit in 1858. The flood of prospectors to the area prompted Britain to name BC a British colony. Paths were trekked that connected the province and a flash of riches saw new communities flourish. Today, adventure seekers follow BC’s Gold Rush Trail for a taste of adrenaline and history. The […]

Guest post by Diane Selkirk Accessing some of British Columbia’s most gorgeous scenery is as easy as setting foot on a boat (which is often easier than you might think). Check out these five ways to enjoy a day (or more) on the region’s waterways–no boat ownership required. 1. Charter a Boat in Nanaimo Whether […]

Looking for a quintessentially British Columbian experience? In honour of the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation in 2017, here are the top five things to do in BC under $150. Cycle the Stanley Park Seawall in Vancouver Hop on a bike for this iconic waterfront ride, which offers spectacular views of the North Shore Mountains […]

Guest post by David Tracey I should have known better. I’m a seasoned traveller and lifelong environmentalist, but it took a 26-day trip down the Fraser River from its headwaters in the Canadian Rockies to the ocean at Vancouver to understand that the Fraser isn’t a river after all. It’s a rivershed. That means a […]