Gabriola Island is one of BC’s beautiful Gulf Islands. Sometimes called “Isle of the Arts,” Gabriola Island is just a 20-minute ferry ride away from Nanaimo on Vancouver Island so it’s nice and easy to get to. It’s a unique place to visit near Vancouver and it is home to over 200 artists and artisans…
Salt Spring Island, one of the Gulf Islands off the coast of British Columbia and Vancouver Island is known for its stunning natural beauty and rich culture. It’s also a haven for foodies and there are some delicious Salt Spring Island restaurants. From locally sourced seafood to farm-to-table cuisine, the diversity of dining options is…
Hornby Island in the Strait of Georgia is one of the Southern Gulf Islands and a popular weekend getaway from Vancouver for those looking for time outside in beautiful surroundings. With its rugged coastline, pristine beaches, and verdant forests, it’s no wonder that Hornby Island camping is a popular thing to do on Hornby Island. …
This guide to the best things to do on Hornby Island will help you plan the ultimate weekend trip from Vancouver. Hornby Island lies in the Salish Sea off the coast of Mainland British Columbia and is also known as “Little Hawaii.” It’s something of a hidden gem of the British Columbia coastline and is…
Galiano Island is a long thing island that makes up one of the Southern Gulf Islands of British Columbia. The island is known for its stunning natural beauty, beautiful wild coastline, and great restaurants on Galiano Island too. It’s not very heavily populated and it can be hard to find accommodation on Galiano Island. During…
Galiano Island may be small but it’s got an incredible culinary scene. Would you have believed this small southern Gulf Island was home to one of Canada’s best restaurants? It doesn’t stop there, there are delicious cafes, Thai food, and places for pizza on Galiano Island too. If you’re looking for the best Galiano Island…
Salt Spring Island is one of the Gulf Islands in British Columbia. Salt Spring Island is the perfect weekend getaway from Vancouver and is known for being a foodie’s haven. As a popular Gulf Island retreat, there are so many fun things to do on Salt Spring Island. Whether you’re looking to explore the Salt…
Galiano Island is one of the Gulf Islands near Vancouver BC and Vancouver Island. It’s a beautiful Island that’s peaceful, has great hikes, and great food (Pilgrimme on Galiano is delicious!), and is perfect for a weekend trip from Vancouver. While in the winter you can find some super cosy cabins on Galiano to stay…
Pender Island, one of the Southern Gulf Islands in BC, is a beautiful island. There are so many things to do on Pender Island and one of the best things to do is explore the island through your taste buds! There are loads of great restaurants on Pender Island BC alongside bistros, cafes, pubs, and…
One of the best things to do on Pender Island, besides the hiking, the food, the beaches and the art galleries, is to go camping on Pender Island. When it comes to Pender Island camping, you have quite a few options. There are backcountry campgrounds on Pender Island, glamping sites on Pender Island, and front…