Planning a trip Vancouver, B.C.? You’re in for something special, because Vancouver is unique in that the city seamlessly blends big-city culture with the natural environment. You don’t have to…
Your British Columbia Travel Guide
We’re about to take a deep dive into one of Canada’s crown jewels – the exquisite and varied province of British Columbia. The magnificent northern addition to the Pacific Northwest,…
The Best Christmas Markets in the Pacific Northwest
Whether or not you celebrate Christmas, it cannot be denied that the sights, sounds, and smells of a good Christmas market will entice even the heartiest of Scrooges. The Pacific…
Hiking British Columbia: What are You Waiting For?
As gorgeous as British Columbia is, it should come as no surprise that the province is a hiker’s paradise. With its vast wilderness, stunning mountain ranges, and diverse landscapes, BC…
10 Best Spots for Glamping in BC, Canada
British Columbia is renowned for its breathtaking mountaintop views and beachfront getaways – ideal conditions for glamping. Glamping offers the chance to enjoy nature without roughing it – often even…
One Women’s Solo Journey into the Great Bear Rainforest
“See those white bits in this wolf scat? Those are from deer bones.” We all looked down at the offending poo and I was overcome with a strange mixture of…
Pacific Northwest Travel Tips Roundup!
I couldn’t end the year without waxing philosophical about why I got into this business of blogging in the first place! Yes, it’s because I love to write and even…
The 6 Most Scenic Places in the Pacific Northwest
Photo courtesy of Visit Bellingham **This article was updated July 1, 2022** Looking for things to do in the Pacific Northwest? How about a scenic Pacific Northwest road trip? I…
Funny Slash Interesting Things About the PNW
What is the quirkiest thing you can think of where you live? I always love finding out new and interesting things about my area of the world. So I…
Why Does the PNW have So Many #$@&%*! Islands?
So what IS up with all of those islands? So many of them off the coast of Washington State (I’m talking about you, Puget Sound) and even more off the…
5 Reasons Why the Pacific Northwest Should be on Your Bucket List
Are you tired of seeing travel bucket lists? No? Oh good, because here’s another one. I have an entire board on Pinterest devoted to my own personal bucket list. Places…
5 Great Pacific Northwest Travel Blog Posts (that are NOT mine!)
I do like to share the love. However, to quote Yoda, only one woman, I am. Wait, no he didn’t say that, but that’s how he speaks. I can only…
The Most Epic Road Trip to Alaska
For the longest time, I thought that the road north from the U.S. northern border up through Canada to Alaska was a vast wasteland. Almost unpassable. Much like outer Mongolia.…
Tiny House Travel and Why You Should Do It
Don’t you sometimes just want to simplify your life? Travel more? The vast majority of us (at least in America) are bogged down by the roof over our heads. About…
5 Things to Pack for the Pacific Northwest (Any Time of Year)
First of all….CONGRATULATIONS on your upcoming PNW adventure. You are going to have so much FUN. But now it’s time to start thinking about getting to the nitty-gritty of things…
Skiing in the Pacific Northwest – The Complete Guide
For people who love the outdoors, there is no greater destination than the Pacific Northwest. And for skiers? Whew-eee! You simply cannot call yourself a skier if you haven’t been…
The Ultimate Vancouver Island Road Trip – Part 3
Can you think of a place that is so untouched by human hands, and yet so traversed that it’s difficult to imagine why it remains so beautiful? Vancouver Island is…
The Ultimate Vancouver Island Road Trip – Part 2
Continuing my exploration of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, I was excited to finally break through the stronghold of Victoria. With its Empress Hotel, Butchart Gardens and so many places…
The Ultimate Vancouver Island Road Trip – Part 1
This is the first in a series of stories about my exploration of Vancouver Island, Canada. Makes for a great road trip in British Columbia. Read about parts two and…
How to NOT Get Lost on the Hiking Trail
I was so excited to go on a solo trip to Vancouver Island. Having never been further than the city of Victoria, my explorer hat was in full force as…