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This category covers blog posts that are focused in Canada.

A wooden house with a metal roof on Salt Spring Island is nestled among trees, a garden, and a gravel driveway with orange and yellow flags.
British Columbia | Canada | Weekend Getaways

Salt Spring Island Spa Weekend at Five Elements Lodge

ByRebecca Friedland November 25, 2025November 25, 2025

Looking for a Salt Spring Island spa retreat near Vancouver or Victoria? This B&B offers saunas, forest trails & luxury suites—ideal for couples or solo travelers.

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Aerial view of a river estuary on Vancouver Island with marshland, trees, and mountains—perfect for your next road trip adventure.
British Columbia | Canada | Weekend Getaways

Vancouver Island Road Trip Guide

ByRebecca Friedland October 29, 2025October 29, 2025

Driving to Tofino or Ucluelet? Discover the best stops between Nanaimo and Tofino, including waterfalls, old-growth forests, turquoise rivers, and local food.

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City skyline with tall buildings by blue water—discover this view in our Vancouver local guide for the best free things to do.
Vancouver | British Columbia | Canada | Travel Hacks

Free Things to Do in Vancouver: A Local’s Budget Guide

ByRebecca Friedland October 23, 2025October 23, 2025

Visiting Vancouver on a budget? Here are the best free things to do, plus low-cost experiences, cheap eats, and budget stays recommended by a local.

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View of a sandy beach in Vancouver with people, dogs, sailboats, and city buildings—essential for anyone visiting Vancouver.
Vancouver | British Columbia | Canada | Hiking | Travel | Weekend Getaways

8 mistakes to avoid when visiting Vancouver, BC

ByRebecca Friedland September 29, 2025September 29, 2025

A local shares the 8 biggest mistakes tourists make in Vancouver, and what to do instead.

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A serene Japanese garden in Vancouver with a pond, vibrant fall trees, and a stone lantern in the foreground.
Vancouver | British Columbia | Canada | Travel

Visiting Vancouver in the Fall: A Local’s Guide

ByRebecca Friedland September 26, 2025September 26, 2025

Vancouver in the fall is magic — salmon runs, fall colors, pumpkin patches, climbing season, and cozy spas. Discover what makes autumn here uniquely vibrant.

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A clear alpine lake with rocky shores and evergreens, set beneath Needle Peak’s pointed summit under a bright Coquihalla blue sky.
Hiking | British Columbia | Camping | Canada | Vancouver

Hiking Needle and Flatiron Peaks in the Coquihalla

ByRebecca Friedland August 22, 2025August 22, 2025

Hike Needle Peak and Flatiron Peak in BC’s Coquihalla Recreation Area. A full-day alpine adventure with scrambles, views, and summit variety.

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A person with a backpack stands on a rocky outcrop, hiking above forested mountains near Golden Ears under a clear blue sky.
Hiking | British Columbia | Canada

Hiking Evans Peak in Golden Ears

ByRebecca Friedland August 21, 2025August 22, 2025

If you’re looking to hike Evans Peak for epic summit views and an exciting scramble near Vancouver, this guide covers everything you need to know.

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Wearing a Helly Hansen rain jacket, a person climbs over rocks near a waterfall surrounded by dense green forest.
Gear Reviews | British Columbia | Canada | Hiking

Helly Hansen Loke 2.0 Rain Jacket Review

ByRebecca Friedland July 1, 2025July 1, 2025

This is a review of the Women’s Helly Hansen Loke 2.0 rain jacket and how it is ideal for hiking and travel around the world.

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A small town in Squamish with houses rests at the base of forested mountains under a blue sky, with a river winding in the distance.
British Columbia | Canada | Itineraries | The Great Outdoors | Weekend Getaways

The Ultimate Guide to Squamish, BC

ByRebecca Friedland May 27, 2025May 30, 2025

This post has everything you need to know when planning a trip to Squamish British Columbia, in any season. Top restaurants, activities, hikes, rock climbing, waterfalls, where to stay and itinerary recommendations.

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Olympic rings sculpture stands in front of Whistler’s snowy mountain landscape under a partly cloudy sky.
British Columbia | Canada | Hiking | Itineraries | The Great Outdoors | Weekend Getaways

Whistler Travel Guide

ByRebecca Friedland May 23, 2025May 30, 2025

This post has everything you need to know when planning a trip to Whistler, in any season. Top restaurants, activities, how to get around and more, as well as a one day itinerary recommendation.

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