October 24, 2019
SECLUDED AND BEAUTIFUL, PITT RIVER HOT SPRINGS IS BC’S BEST KEPT SECRET
Pitt River Hot Springs is a magical place.
The hidden gem in British Columbia should be near the very top of your must-visit hot springs list.
bc, boat, hike, hot spring, pitt, river
October 17, 2019
OCTOBER ISN’T OCTOBER WITHOUT THESE METRO VANCOUVER OKTOBERFEST EVENTS
The Oktoberfest frenzy is here! There are still many events happening in and around Metro Vancouver to celebrate the German festival, so don’t put those lederhosen away just yet.
bc, events, festival, german, october, oktoberfest, vancouver
July 18, 2019
10 SECRET PLACES IN BC TO VISIT BEFORE THE SUMMER IS OVER
There are a number of famous locations in British Columbia to enjoy during the summer months. In fact, some of them getting so much attention they’re becoming problematic.
bc, diving, eco resort, river, summer, tunnel
July 11, 2019
THIS HEART SHAPED LAKE ON A BC MOUNTAIN SHOULD BE ON EVERY COUPLE’S BUCKET LIST
There are a multitude of stunning bodies of water in British Columbia; however, this incredible heart shaped lake in Pinecone Burke Provincial Park (west side of Pitt Lake) is completely unique.
bc, heart, hike, lake, park
July 04, 2019
JOHNSON LAKE IS THE CLEAREST BODY OF WATER IN BRITISH COLUMBIA
Say hello to Johnson Lake, but don’t let its crystal clear waters fool you. This is not the Carribbean – it’s just beautiful BC.
bc, johnson lake, kayaking, lake, paddle boarding, swimming
June 27, 2019
You can float in Canada’s first hot tub boats soon in B.C.
This summer you can don a swimsuit, grab some friends, and sit back and relax as you float down a scenic B.C. waterway…inside a hot tub boat.
bc, boat, hot tub, july, summer, victoria
June 25, 2019
INSIDER’S GUIDE: HIKE OR BIKE TO CHEAKAMUS LAKE
Perched on the rough shoreline, we slip off our socks and shoes to wade our tired toes in the glacial waters of Cheakamus Lake.
bc, cheakamus lake, hiking, shoreline, trail, vancouver
June 16, 2019
A dazzling full strawberry moon is set to illuminate Vancouver skies
Spring is in full bloom and Metro Vancouver residents will get the chance to view a magnificent full strawberry moon to celebrate the season.
bc, june, strawberry moon, vancouver
June 04, 2019
TAKE A DIP IN THIS REMARKABLE WATERFALL JUST TWO HOURS FROM VANCOUVER
Go chase waterfalls at this stunning spot in the Fraser Valley. Bosumarne Falls is nestled just off Chilliwack Lake Road and offers spectacular views.
bc, hiking, trails, vancouver, waterfall
May 21, 2019
HIKING TRAILS WITH WATERFALL VIEWS WITHIN AN HOUR’S DRIVE FROM VANCOUVER
There’s no better way to cap off a hike than by chasing waterfalls. Soak up the beauty on these hiking trails with waterfall views all within an hour’s drive from Vancouver.
With so much lush wilderness to explore just outside our city—we should get out there more often.
bc, hiking, trails, waterfall
May 16, 2019
7 WHIMSICAL TRAILS IN BC THAT’LL MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE YOU’RE IN A FAIRYTALE
Add a little touch of magic to your hike (or forest bathing session) with these whimsical trails in BC that are straight out of a fairytale.
bc, hiking, parks, trials
April 11, 2019
How locals make the most of Whistler in spring
What’s the best thing about Whistler? Some might say it’s the epic mountains. Others might say the incredible outdoor recreation. For someone else, it’s the first-class restaurants or the fabulous stores or the lavish accommodations. Heck, we’re running out of superlatives! And, sure, they’d be right. It’s all of those...
bc, festival, local, spring, whistler
April 09, 2019
Four couples-approved B.C. adventures to try in 2019
Escaping the ordinary is essential to keeping the flame alive, but you don’t have to travel far to get away from it all. You and your sweetheart need only journey into British Columbia’s backyard to find ample opportunities to strengthen your bond.
adventure, bc, haida gwaii, kootenay, okanagan
February 28, 2019
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SNOWSHOEING IN MANNING PARK: 10 PLACES TO GO SNOWSHOEING
Manning Park is probably the best place to snowshoe in south west BC. I know that’s a pretty bold statement, but let me prove it to you: Easy drive from Greater Vancouver on a plowed and sanded highway.
bc, manning park, outdoors, snowshoeing, winter
February 26, 2019
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SNOWSHOEING IN SQUAMISH: 9 PLACES TO GO SNOWSHOEING
Squamish is the outdoor recreation capital of Canada. So it’s no surprise that the outdoorsy fun continues in the winter… in the form of snowshoeing. But First… Be Prepared Make a Trip Plan Snowshoeing in BC is no joke. While these trails may be steps from a busy highway, they...
bc, outdoors, snowshoeing, squamish
February 19, 2019
Industry expert: Author Stephen Hui keeps finding new hiking trails
Born and raised in Vancouver, local hiking guru Stephen Hui was exposed to the breathtaking beauty of B.C.’s great outdoors at an early age. The author and photographer of the best-selling guidebook 105 Hikes In and Around Southwestern British Columbia and former Straight staffer doesn’t think he’ll ever get tired of the hikes in...
bc, hiking, trails, vancouver
