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Things to Do in Vancouver Island

Vancouver Island museum takes possession of historic ‘Flying Bananas’ aircraft

September 16, 2023 //  by Black Press Media Staff

By Tanara Oliveira In a remarkable moment, the BC Aviation Museum in North Saanich, near Sidney, B.C, acquired not …

Vancouver Island museum takes possession of historic ‘Flying Bananas’ aircraftRead More

Category: TravelTag: aviation, British Columbia Destinations, Family activities, History, Sidney, Staycation secrets, Things to do, Things to Do in Vancouver Island

Vancouver Island Mounties rescue injured beaver from busy road in Canadian crossover

September 7, 2023 //  by Goldstream News Staff

One of Canada’s most recognizable symbols rescued one of Canada’s other most recognizable symbols in the …

Vancouver Island Mounties rescue injured beaver from busy road in Canadian crossoverRead More

Category: TravelTag: Things to Do in Vancouver Island, Westshore RCMP, Wildlife

Experiencing the wild West Coast: A 2-day tour by foot, car and paddle

September 5, 2023 //  by Jennifer Blyth

Sometimes the best destinations are defined by what you don’t find. I was reminded of this during a recent visit …

Experiencing the wild West Coast: A 2-day tour by foot, car and paddleRead More

Category: news, TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Canada, East Sooke, Family activities, Food, Hiking, Sooke, Staycation secrets, Things to do, Things to Do in Vancouver Island, WCT Intro

Highway 4 near Port Alberni reopens to two-way traffic

September 5, 2023 //  by Susie Quinn

Highway 4 east of Port Alberni, on Vancouver Island, has fully re-opened to two-way traffic after weeks of stabilization …

Highway 4 near Port Alberni reopens to two-way trafficRead More

Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Parksville, PORT ALBERNI, Things to Do in Vancouver Island, Travel Tips & Advisories

See nature’s ‘cannonballs’ at Vancouver Island’s sandstone cliffs and beaches

August 29, 2023 //  by Chris Bush

Beach-goers who take a stroll along the water’s edge of Yellow Point, Gabriola Island and Sayshutsun, near Nanaimo …

See nature’s ‘cannonballs’ at Vancouver Island’s sandstone cliffs and beachesRead More

Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Nanaimo, Nature, Things to do, Things to Do in Vancouver Island

Malahat Skywalk Saturdays feature local food, music and soaring Vancouver Island views

August 9, 2023 //  by Katrina Leslie

If you’re lucky enough to live on Vancouver Island or to be visiting for the summer, the perfect Saturday evening …

Malahat Skywalk Saturdays feature local food, music and soaring Vancouver Island viewsRead More

Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Canada, Cowichan Valley, Family activities, Staycation secrets, Things to do, Things to Do in Vancouver Island, WCT Intro

6 amazing Greater Victoria beaches: A local’s guide

August 2, 2023 //  by Sam Duerksen

From nature reserves to playgrounds with an interesting history, each beach in Greater Victoria offers something a …

6 amazing Greater Victoria beaches: A local’s guideRead More

Category: TravelTag: Beaches, British Columbia Destinations, Family activities, Greater Victoria, Staycation secrets, Things to do, Things to Do in Vancouver Island, WCT Intro

VIDEO: Playful black bear beats down Vancouver Island critter cam

July 25, 2023 //  by Goldstream News Staff

A bear was declared the winner in the latest battle between wildlife and a critter cam in the woods on MALEXEL (Malahat) …

VIDEO: Playful black bear beats down Vancouver Island critter camRead More

Category: news, TravelTag: bears, British Columbia Destinations, Things to Do in Vancouver Island, Wildlife

A place to find connection

July 18, 2023 //  by H2 Accelerator

For the Snuneymuxw, there is a living spirit in all things, and they are all interconnected. As the people who care for …

A place to find connectionRead More

Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Family activities, Impressive West Coast, Indigenous Tourism, Nanaimo, Outdoors and Recreation, Staycation secrets, Things to do, Things to Do in Vancouver Island, WCT Intro

VIDEO: Victoria captains weave personal tales, history into waterway tours

July 17, 2023 //  by Christine van Reeuwyk

Halfway through a water tour of Victoria, the ship’s captain stops the boat and points out a handful of houses. We’re …

VIDEO: Victoria captains weave personal tales, history into waterway toursRead More

Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Canada, Family activities, Staycation secrets, Things to do, Things to Do in Vancouver Island, Victoria

Vancouver Island marmot makes marathon journey looking for love

July 10, 2023 //  by Chris Bush

A Vancouver Island marmot is back in custody after hitting the trail, most likely looking for love. Vancouver Island …

Vancouver Island marmot makes marathon journey looking for loveRead More

Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Things to Do in Vancouver Island, WCT Intro, Wildlife

VIDEO: ‘Disgustingly cute’ marmots start new life on B.C. ski hill

June 30, 2023 //  by Connor McDowell

Bright-eyed and bushy-tailed marmots are digging their first burrows on Vancouver Island’s Mount Washington. A group of …

VIDEO: ‘Disgustingly cute’ marmots start new life on B.C. ski hillRead More

Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Comox Valley, Conservation, Things to Do in Vancouver Island, Wildlife

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