GuLF ISLanDS (2 to 5 days)
With nearly 200 islands in the archipelago, the Gulf Islands offer an idyllic and
relaxing retreat. The islands provide opportunities for leisurely hikes and walks,
quiet beaches, cosy bed-and-breakfasts, cottages or luxury lodges, and quaint
villages and marinas. They are also the perfect setting for sailing and kayaking
adventures. Many local artists call the Gulf Islands home, and visiting studios
to browse pottery, paintings, photography and other works of art is a favourite
island pastime. The Gulf Islands are really the perfect place for those who just
want to relax and soak up the natural beauty of the West coast.
More info: Destination British Columbia
Cruise Ship Departing for alaska
SunShIne CoaSt (1 to 5 days)
Wonderful communities like Pender Harbour, Powell river, Lund, Sechelt,
Gibsons and roberts creek make this area memorable for either an excellent
day trip or an extended cottage stay. Located on a peninsula separated from
vancouver/Squamish by Howe Sound, the Sunshine coast offers a variety of
activities, including hiking, diving, kayaking, camping and fishing.
More info: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains tourism
CruISe VanCouVer to aLaSka (7 to 14 days)
Gateway to the legendary 1,000-mile Inside Passage – a wondrous
maze of islands and glacier-carved fjords – vancouver serves as the
point of embarkation and disembarkation for alaska cruise vacations.
vancouver's cruise ship facilities, Canada Place (999 canada Place Way)
and Ballantyne Terminal (655 centennial road), are close to hotels,
attractions, galleries and shopping. From May to September, vessels use
vancouver's harbour as part of the vancouver–alaska route, one of the
most popular cruises in the world. The seven- to 14-day cruises offer some
of the world's most spectacular scenery and a variety of travel packages
with wide market appeal. classic seven-day cruises travel through the Inside
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vancouver & Beyond
Passage to or from southeast alaska's most popular ports.
More info: Port Metro Vancouver
FraSer VaLLey (Full day)
Travel east through the Fraser valley farmland to Harrison Hot Springs
Resort & Spa, where you can spend the day relaxing in the natural
mineral hot springs. Before returning to vancouver, visit historic Fort
Langley National Historic Site of Canada (the main street of Fort
Langley is a must-visit for antique lovers), Minter Gardens, beautiful
Bridal veil Falls or the Greater Vancouver Zoo in aldergrove.
More info: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains tourism
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