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Explore urban playgrounds framed by wilderness

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Vancouver skyline | Jordan Manley

In British Columbia, nature shapes culture. Wilderness tugs at the edges of town, providing easy access to hiking, mountain biking, and more. Explore BC’s cities through the stories below.

Adventure & Outdoors, Skiing & Snowboarding

BC’s Best Mountain Towns

British Columbia is dotted with delightful, laid-back mountain towns.

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Attractions & Sightseeing, Food, Drink & Wellness, Accommodation

Three-Day Getaway: Kelowna

The three-day trip to Kelowna promises plenty of adventure and memorable food and drink experiences.

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Hotels

Affordable Urban Accommodation in BC

Looking for an affordable place to stay in one of BC's urban areas? Try Vancouver's Buchan Hotel, Victoria's Hotel Zed, cabins at Sunwolf in...

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Skiing & Snowboarding

Mountain Towns: Whistler

From deep Coast Range snow to a vibrant village scene, Whistler deservedly wears the crown as the most famous and popular ski destination in...

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Sightseeing, Music, Arts & Culture

Vancouver: A Californian’s Love Story

One writer describes her love of this West Coast city.

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Nature & Wildlife

Vancouver, British Columbia—on the Edge of Nature

Vancouver exists in the heart of nature, surrounded by towering mountains, lush rainforest, and the Salish Sea.

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Dining & Culinary Tours

Bring Your Appetite to Richmond’s Food Street

15 great places to savour everything from dim sum to shaved ice.

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Biking, Hiking

BC’s Urban Trails

Experience nature in the city along some of BC's best urban trails.

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Adventure & Outdoors, Skiing & Snowboarding

BC’s Best Mountain Towns

British Columbia is dotted with delightful, laid-back mountain towns.

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Attractions & Sightseeing, Food, Drink & Wellness, Accommodation

Three-Day Getaway: Kelowna

The three-day trip to Kelowna promises plenty of adventure and memorable food and drink experiences.

Read the Article

Hotels

Affordable Urban Accommodation in BC

Looking for an affordable place to stay in one of BC's urban areas? Try Vancouver's Buchan Hotel, Victoria's Hotel Zed, cabins at Sunwolf in...

Read the Article

Skiing & Snowboarding

Mountain Towns: Whistler

From deep Coast Range snow to a vibrant village scene, Whistler deservedly wears the crown as the most famous and popular ski destination in...

Read the Article

Sightseeing, Music, Arts & Culture

Vancouver: A Californian’s Love Story

One writer describes her love of this West Coast city.

Read the Article

Nature & Wildlife

Vancouver, British Columbia—on the Edge of Nature

Vancouver exists in the heart of nature, surrounded by towering mountains, lush rainforest, and the Salish Sea.

Play Video

Dining & Culinary Tours

Bring Your Appetite to Richmond’s Food Street

15 great places to savour everything from dim sum to shaved ice.

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Biking, Hiking

BC’s Urban Trails

Experience nature in the city along some of BC's best urban trails.

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Explore some of our cities

Vancouver & Area

A city set between ocean and mountains where urbanites play outside.

Victoria

Leafy, flower-filled Victoria is popular for museums, English charm, seafront parks, and ocean adventures on southern...

Whistler

Home to North America’s largest ski resort and a year-round mountain playground.

Kelowna

A sunny, laid-back city set in BC’s wine country

Kamloops

You can ski powder, golf, or fish on 100+ lakes in this sunny outdoor playground.

Richmond

Asian cultures shapes Richmond, also home to a street-food night market and a seaside village.

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Five Ways To Experience Hockey in BC

If you're new to hockey and eager to experience the excitement for yourself, check out these five ways to hockey like a local in British Columbia.

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City Walking Tours in BC

Want to explore BC's cities on foot? Check out these themed walking tours in Vancouver, Victoria, Whistler, and around the province.

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10 Must-Visit Gardens in Victoria and Vancouver: Butchart Gardens and Beyond

The Butchart Gardens in Victoria is indeed impressive, but check out these other beautiful gardens as well.

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Wander BC’s Cities Like a Local

Want to know some local secrets? Learn about where the locals go.

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Lose Yourself in Stanley Park, Vancouver’s Urban Oasis

Explore the top five things to do in Vancouver's Stanley Park.