Ghostly tales abound in BC, and like most ghost stories, many have at least an element of truth to them — there …
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Where history and imagination take flight: A selection of the West Coast’s aeronautical museums
No matter what kind of plane it is, I can’t help looking up — I am fascinated by flight. When you consider …
Gin: the history of the quintessential English drink with a twist of Vancouver Island flavours
Like the word whisky, the English word for gin derives from another language. The Dutch word for juniper, …
What lies beneath? Go caving in BC and find a world of wonder beneath the surface!
Adventure stories for kids often have a cave or two in them. I grew up on a steady diet of Enid Blyton’s books and …
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The West’s living history museums bring the past to life
I don’t know about you, but I love trying to picture what it might have been like to live in a different time. …
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Maritime Museum of BC sails into new home port
Everything is ship-shape and Bristol fashion at the Maritime Museum of BC, and just in time for a grand …
Go outside and play: Explore nature, wherever you happen to be
If you’re of a certain generation, one thing you probably heard a lot was “Go outside and play!” I …
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Time to savour, unwind and explore the West Coast!
This summer, there is no better time to get out and re-discover the amazing West Coast. You can do it all here, and …
Get out on the water and have some fun! Port Alberni has everything from fishing to kiteboarding
Fishing Located on the shore of the Alberni Inlet, Port Alberni has long been known for its ideal waterfront …
7 ways to fall into autumn in Alberta
As the weather starts to cool and the days grow shorter, thoughts turn to falling leaves, harvest festivals and all …
Star light, Star bright: Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park certified as International Dark Sky Park
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 …