From Tokeland, our next stop was Raymond, Washingon, located inland near the Wilapa River. From Raymond, the Pacific Coast Scenic Byway heads westward first and then south along the Pacific Coast. This drive highlights the diverse landscapes, including marshes, estuaries,…
One of the best benefits of travel is learning new things. As an example, I always thought cranberries grew in water, but it turns out they don’t! …
From Victoria, BC, we headed to Bellingham, WA for one of the most unique weddings we’ve attended. The widowed bride (my friend Carol) and widowed groom (David) had the perfect setting and exchanged heartfelt vows in the presence of…
We’d been to Victoria BC once before but if it’s your first time going, 3 days should allow you to experience the city’s highlights. Here’s a suggested itinerary:…
While in eastern Canada we met a nice couple along the Bay of Fundy and they highly recommended a trip to Vancouver Island, particularly to Tofino so we added these stops to our western Canada list.…
If you’re a “Rambo First Blood” uber fan (movie filmed in Hope), a seasoned art enthusiast, or just looking for a unique experience, a visit to the town of Hope should make your travel list in BC.…
EC Manning Provincial Park has diverse landscapes (including alpine meadows, lush forests, and clear rivers), a conveniently located campground, and plenty of activities (including hiking, biking, paddling, bird watching, and fishing). …
I was surprised to learn that the country with the most lakes in the world is Canada! With 879,800 lakes, its lakes make up 62% of the world’s 1.42 million combined lakes! Due to late summer fires in the…
Waterfall hiking destinations often offer stunning natural beauty, mesmerizing views, calming sounds, and a refreshing mist. Given the choice between two hikes – one with a waterfall and one without – we’ll almost always choose the waterfall hike and…
Mount Robson Provincial Park is about an hour’s drive northwest of Jasper. Getting there is half the fun as the drive from any direction offers stunning vistas of pointed peaks and emerald lakes. Nestled in the heart of the…
