Vancouver's known more for its rain than snow, but as Vacay.ca's Tricia Edgar reports, there's plenty of winter fun to be enjoyed on the city's nearby mountains.
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Elope in style at the Empress in Victoria
If you'd like to put a ring on it over the holidays, this iconic British Columbia hotel has just the ideal escape for lovers.
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A peek in a philanthropist’s collection
The private collection of Michael Audain is on display for another month at the Vancouver Art Gallery. Shore, Forest and Beyond shows artworks and artifacts from 19th century to present day.
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Where the rubber hits the snow
Why just bike when you can ski. Monashee Adventure Tours near Kelowna is offering a North American first--snowbiking. The ski hills of the Big White Ski resort are the place to try…
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Salmon with a Side of Hope in North Vancouver
A wildlife journey through North Vancouver's District lush and vibrant Lynn Canyon where the return of otters is a sign that the river is full of life.
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First Nations winery in Canada’s only desert
Vacay.ca's Kathleen Kenna provides a great British Columbia travel tip as she visits this unique winery in the arid Okanagan Valley.
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The Great Canadian Dessert Search, Edition No. 2
The Crème Brûlée Shooter from Glowbal is a Yaletown favourite that's $8 of decadence for your mouth. Read how you can nominate your favourite dessert and win prizes.
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Is Occupy Vancouver hurting this tourist attraction?
The Vancouver Art Gallery holds one of the country's largest exhibits and protesters in tents have been living above a vault containing the gallery's permanent collection. Their protest could be harming artwork,…
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Victoria’s Driftwood pours Canada’s best beer
Winner of a top prize at this year's Canadian Brewing Awards, this recently opened Victoria brewery produces carefully crafted brews that add one more reason to visit beautiful Vancouver Island, writes Vacay.ca's…
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A beautiful BC Ferries ride in winter
The sail between Vancouver and Victoria is magnificent at any time, but in winter it offers splendid scenery, including dazzling views of the night sky.







