Providing travel services throughout British Columbia, including discovering places to stay such as hotels, B&Bs, campgrounds, and more.
Big Animal Encounters
Campbell River
Nestled between the snow-capped mountain ranges and rugged coastline is the friendly community of Campbell River. Thats where you will find Big Animal Encounters, the most experienced and diverse marine operator in the area. Since 1994, we have been sharing our small piece of paradise with guests from around the world. From our Marine Adventure Centre we offer a wide range of wildlife adventures including: Whale Watching Tours, Grizzly Bear Expeditions, and Scuba Diving Charters. All of our crew are Transport Canada certified and trained marine naturalists. Aboard our fleet of comfortable covered vessels and exhilarating high speed zodiacs we pride ourselves on small group sizes and personalized service while maintaining the highest safety standards. Campbell River is quickly becoming known as Canadas best whale watching destination, and during our tours we will often spot orcas, humpback whales, dolphins, sea lions, seals, eagles and more.
Yasodhara Ashram is a yoga retreat and study centre founded by Swami Sivananda Radha in 1963, in Kootenay Bay, British Columbia, Canada. Set in the beautiful mountains of southeastern British Columbia, we invite people of all ages and backgrounds to pursue their self-development and discover the promise of yoga. We offer a wide range of yoga programs year round from a three-month intensive, to Restorative Retreats, 5&7 Day Retreats, 12 Day Yoga Journey, teacher certifications and introductions to yoga. Our popular Service programs are for those interested in learning about Karma Yoga, or the yoga of selfless service, our main spiritual practice. We are also home to the Temple of Light, symbol of peace, hope and unity open to all.
Specializing in original stone sculpture, Ukama Gallery on Granville Island represents hundreds of skilled emerging and world-renowned artists from Zimbabwe. Each unique work of art is personally selected with an eye towards capturing the remarkable variety of styles that flourish in an artistic community that ranges across the country, from well-established artist communities and co-operatives, to the many hard-to-reach rural areas. In this way, the Ukama Gallery collection is curated to convey a real sense of the important contribution that Zimbabwean sculptors are making to modern art. Complementing the sculpture are paintings and mixed media works from outstanding local Canadian artists. The combination of expressive and imaginative artwork adds colour and texture to the very tactile impression of the sculpture. Side by side, these complementary art forms have something to say about the essence of the human artistic instinct and experience.
Nanaimo Museum: Discover Nanaimos fascinating history in our museum located in the VI Conference Centre. The main gallery offers a sense of what life was like for Nanaimo's earliest settlers and the Snuneymuxw First Nation. Our award winning replica coal mine is a popular stop. The museum also manages the Bastion, an original Hudson's Bay Company post built in 1853. Dont miss the gift shop! Museum Hours (Fall/Winter/Spring): 10am - 4pm Tuesday to Saturday Summer Hours: Open Tuesday - Sunday 10am-4pm.
Whistler Mountain Bike Park has something for every level of rider. Gentle, banked cruisers through the Coastal forest. Tight and twisty single track - perfect for intermediate riders. For the armour clad, full face wearing, 50lb. bike group there are steep rock faces, gnarly, root strewn lines, drop offs of all descriptions and more.
The Long Beach Campground is the perfect spot for a family vacation, a surfing adventure, or a laid-back getaway. Nestled in the ancient rainforest, the Long Beach Golf Course Campground offers 88 RV and campsites in a wilderness setting and is only a few minutes drive from the waves of the world famous Long Beach in Pacific Rim National Park. Ideally situated between Tofino and Ucluelet, the Long Beach Golf Course and Campground's central location allows quick access to all the local attractions. Combine a stay at our campground with one of the many unique amenities that the Long Beach Golf Course and Campground has to offer. * 18 Hole Mini Putt * Driving Range * Championship 9 hole par 36 Golf Course * Restaurant * Cold Beer * Ice cream / snacks
Founded in 1996, Black Hills Estate Winery produces premium wines from its estate vineyards on the acclaimed Black Sage Bench, in British Columbias Okanagan Valley. Our Wine Experience Centre is located on the beautiful Black Sage Bench, and we are devoted to delivering extraordinary experiences that will become a lifetime memory. Surrounded by sun-kissed vineyards, you will find a true wine country escape. Crafting wines since 1999, and led by acclaimed winemaker Ross Wise, MW, discover wines that pair tradition with the unconventional. Born and raised in New Zealand, Ross joined the Black Hills Estate Winery team as winemaker in 2019, where he enjoys pushing wine quality boundaries for Black Hills premium portfolio, while also leading the transition to organic and biodiversity focused farming. Join us at the Wine Experience Centre for a one-of-a-kind wine country experience. Specialty tastings and light fare food menu available year-round.
Stay in the heart of Renfrew, just two kilometres from the Juan De Fuca Marine Trail. With stunning forest views, the 20 fully renovated suites are the ideal launch pad for wilderness excursions, fishing trips, and family holidays. Our kitchenette units offer the flexibility to top up your day bag and prep your own simple meals. Select suites welcome the whole family including your canine best friend. Our prices are affordable, so you can get down to the business of exploring. With accommodations this reasonable, consider a longer stay.
Geo cider is proudly made from 100% Canadian apples and flavoured with the finest natural ingredients. If youre not a cider fan we will likely change your mind. If you are already a cider lover, this is your place. We have 12 taps that means 8 flavours of cider on tap plus local beer on tap and a selection of BC VQA wine. A fun and friendly atmosphere with great service. Our kitchen and menu are managed by Luz from the famous "Luz Tacos Squamish" Located conveniently off Highway 99 a great place to stop if youre travelling to or from Whistler or make us your new favourite destination in Squamish. Come in and try our traditional with a twist Old World Apple Cider, along with some of our best-sellers, Dark Fruit, Peach, Margarita and seasonal flavours like Pear Apple Cider. Taste a flight or two and you can also take Geo cider 6-pack! Geo Ciders are all-natural and gluten-free. Nos vemos pronto!!!
Where History Comes to Life - Stroll down the streets of our 1920s community. Period costumed townsfolk welcome visitors and give demonstrations in the homes, businesses and shops. Visitors can feel the heat of the fire as the blacksmith works at the forge, hear the rhythm of the platen press at the Burnaby Post, smell freshly ground coffee in the General Store, be a 1920s student in a one-room schoolhouse, watch the tinsmith cut, crimp & curl flat sheets of tin into useful household items. Everyone is welcome to take a ride on the 1912 CW Parker Carousel, explore the restored 1912 Interurban Tram, and enjoy a treat in the Ice Cream Parlour. The Village is open seasonally (Spring Break in March, Summer Season- early May to Labour Day, and Heritage Christmas-late November to early January) and year-round for pre-booked groups and programs.
After Dark Distillery is a BC small-batch craft Distillery. We produce moonshines, vodkas, whiskey, and gin using 100% locally grown grain. Tours and tastings are available upon request.
A quiet forest retreat awaits you. Between 4-5 pm we welcome you with tea /coffee or refreshments and home bakings or fruits. You will feel right at home. The clean air, the smell of cedar and the inviting fireplace are setting the tone for " I want to put my feet up" kind of feeling.( Yes you can!) Our home is tucked away in a 5 acre forest and surrounded by beautiful cedars and Douglas firs. In the main house, all suites provide full ensuite bathrooms with radiant in floor heating, luxurious robes, hairdryers and amenities. two suites offer air conditioning. Each room has a smart flatscreen TV, it's own fridge and coffeemaker the Woodpecker suite has an additional kitchenette and extra sitting dining area. Luxuriate in your queen size bed with wonderful air dried, high end sheets and bedding. Free WIFI in the whole area and Free off-street parking for all our guests. Our generous, full and gourmet Breakfast is served in our dining room between 7am and 9 am for our B&B guests. We serve fresh ground, fair trade organic coffee, fresh fruits and juices, most local products and always a warm protein dish and home made bakings and preservatives. We also offer a specious self contained and separate 2 bedroom cottage for guests. The main attraction for the cottage is the beautiful Kingsize bed, and Wood-stove, the lovely sun room and full stocked kitchen. It has a huge sun-deck and nice private garden. Please visit our website for details. The to do things here,,, we have maps and books and brochures etc. If you ask us, we can assist you in great restaurants options and reservations. (As close as 12 minutes away.) Our area is ideal for active hikers, swimmers and kayakers and many local treasures to discover. After enjoying the hiking trails in the vicinity, a refreshing dip in the Englishman River or discovering Vancouver Island's other hidden treasures and rest in this haven for birds and wildlife. Saturday's Errington farmers market is a must and Coombs market, and Parksville's stunning beaches are less than 15 minutes away. We speak English, German, Dutch, Spanish and French and are proud to welcome you in your own language.
Columbia River Paddle specializes in Canoeing, Kayaking and Stand Up Paddle boarding with a relaxed, easy paced approach in the spectacular setting of the Columbia River Valley. Our fleet of canoes and kayaks and SUPs are modern, stable recreational boats which are easy to paddle. Feeling adventurous? Why not push out into the fertile Columbia Valley Wetlands and enjoy a first rate view on a self-guided tour, or discover the Columbia River Wetlands' secrets and facts about local bird, fish, reptiles and animal life, and local human history from an experienced guide. Whether youre an individual, a couple, or large group your family and friends can enjoy a hassle-free canoe or kayaking in the picturesque Columbia Valley. What we offer: Guided and Self-Guided Tours, Shuttle Service, Canoe, Kayak up SUP rentals, relaxed, educational and fun Group Events! Our focus is on safety, with full orientations.
The Howe Sound Inn and Brewing Company is a character northwest inn located in the town centre of Squamish, B.C., a scenic 45 minute drive north of Vancouver, and only 35 minutes south of the resort of Whistler. The Inn offers gorgeous views of the Stawamus Chief, Western Canada's premiere rock climbing venue. Our warm and casual atmosphere provides guests affordable accommodation, with great food and award winning ales brewed on the premise. We're a minute's walk from downtown shops, the local marina and the Squamish Estuary. The estuary offers excellent walking and running trails and is a site for great birding opportunities all year long.
