See. larches See these unique deciduous pines turn brilliant gold in September and October in the Canadian Rockies. HAVN Experience a floating sauna on a refurbished naval barge in Victoria's harbor. Berg Lake Trail↗ Hike this spectacular alpine trek in Mount Robson Provincial Park, featuring glacier-fed waterfalls. Yale Historic Site Explore 19th-century buildings and a Gold Rush tent city along the Fraser River.
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Stay. Wickaninnish Inn A top-rated resort in Canada, known for its exceptional experience. Fawn Bluff An exclusive-use lodge in the Great Bear Rainforest, supporting the Homalco First Nation. Nita Lake Lodge A highly-rated resort in Canada, offering a luxurious stay. Kingfisher Pacific Resort & Spa A top resort in Canada, perfect for a relaxing getaway.
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These are Alberta’s larches, a unique species of deciduous pine whose needles change color in the autumn and drop off for the winter. And, for a few brilliant weeks each September and October, they ...
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From floating bathhouses to geothermal hot springs in ancient rainforests, Adrienne Matei journeys across Vancouver Island and finds that wellness is woven into the landscape of British Columbia's wild Pacific coast.
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Seeing an immense number of creatures assembled in one place is a phenomenon worth travelling for. Here’s when, where and how to experience some of nature’s wildest gatherings.
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Extreme whitewater may look like a reckless gamble, but on Idaho’s stoutest rapids, elite paddlers find a sacred language of focus, survival, and profound connection. Our associate editor soaked it all in at the North Fork Championship, kayaking’s gnarliest race.
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A weekend behind the wheel in British Columbia’s wine country means wineries at every turn, plus stops for local fruit and farm-fresh feasts.
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Whether you want to paddle across a glacier lake, hike a mountain trail, or spot moose and bison, Canada’s national parks offer stunning settings for numerous outdoor experiences.
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British Columbia, like California, owes its founding to a gold strike. Gold was discovered in 1858 along the Fraser River in Fraser Canyon, upstream from this point, and thousands of men arrived in the ensuing gold rush. Because it marks the upper limit of practical navigation on the Fraser, Yale rapidly became a transshipment point to the wagon roads that were being built upstream, and hence a…
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For centuries, this tiny Norwegian island sheltered fishermen from violent seas. Now one woman is using tourism to revive it – and offer travellers refuge from modern life. I drove 2,500km across ...
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An exclusive-use lodge in British Columbia’s Great Bear Rainforest, Fawn Bluff combines exceptional wilderness access with a nonprofit model that channels all net profits into Homalco First Nation ...
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Dubrovnik has long been one of Europe's most over-touristed destinations. Now, a new Camino footpath is revealing a different side of the city beyond its medieval walls. With its glacier-fed ...
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Disabled travelers share eight beaches around the world where thoughtful design, inclusive amenities, and accessible infrastructure make it easier for more people to enjoy the coast. Accessibility ...
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Breathtaking mountains, lively cities and natural wonders.
National Geographic
This British Columbia park is named after a Cree exclamation of awe—the perfect name for this collection of big peaks, expansive glaciers, and crashing waterfalls.
BBC Travel
With its glacier-fed waterfalls and turquoise lakes, the Berg Lake Trail is one of North America's most spectacular alpine treks. Now, a long-awaited backcountry hut is changing the way visitors ...
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If you want a unique bird and crow experience then this is a must. In Vancouver all crows in what we call the Lower Mainland which extends far beyond Vancouver come to roost in the same five block section. This is along the Still Creek Drive between Willingdon Avenue and Gilmour Avenue. The crows will leave at dawn and return at dusk in a massive migration that is loud and obvious. One of the b…
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You don’t need to be on a honeymoon to copy this dreamy outdoor itinerary complete with backcountry hot springs and Canada’s best surfing.
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From a new DarkSky Approved glamping retreat in Yosemite to a former seaweed camp-turned-nature lodge in Patagonia, here are hotels, lodges, and retreats where you can feel like your stay is doing good.
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From Whistler Blackcomb's legendary slopes to steep-and-deep Revelstoke, these are the top destinations for your next trip to the Canadian Rockies.
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From mountain chalets to urban escapes, these Airbnbs double as wellness retreats.
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Originally built in early 1990s, the gate was supposed to be the developer enticement for a new live/work artist commune in Chemainus. The plans got stuck in multiple hiccups, from permitting, local concern, and lack of funding. There is a still a sign with someone trying to get buy-in for a new plan for the 50-acre plot. Today, the Pacific Rim Artisan Village gate is a ruin to a time of renais…
National Geographic
Expand your travel horizons in British Columbia, a wild-and-scenic wonderland perched at the edge of the Pacific. The 530-mile Hot Springs Circle Route in the Kootenay Rockies connects eight of ...
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Exploring the traditions and culture of the Indigenous peoples of Canada provides unique opportunities for visitors looking for deeper travel experiences ...
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Ancient cedars, glacier-cut fjords, and the elusive spirit bear await in the Great Bear Rainforest, one of Canada's 50 Places of a Lifetime.
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