Travel

Indigenous tourism plays crucial role in promoting Island’s 50 First Nations

First Nations communities on Vancouver Island offer rich cultural experiences that tell the story of these lands

Apr 17, 2024 5:00 AM Read more >

Fast foot-passenger ferry boosts ferry sailings between Nanaimo and Vancouver

Feb 10, 2024 10:40 PM Read more >

BC Ferries adding 150 sailings to meet holiday travel demand

Most of the extra trips will be along the Swartz Bay-Tsawwassen route

Dec 21, 2023 11:35 AM Read more >

See nature’s ‘cannonballs’ at Vancouver Island’s sandstone cliffs and beaches

Aug 29, 2023 5:05 PM Read more >

A place to find connection

For the Snuneymuxw, there is a living spirit in all things, and they are all interconnected. As the people who care for the island they call Saysutshun, they welcome you. Whether you have been here often or have come for the first time, with each stay, you will gain a deeper knowledge of the way they see the world.

Jul 17, 2023 6:00 AM Read more >

Nanaimo-to-Vancouver passenger ferry service announces August launch, fare prices

Pets and bikes allowed on ferries, says ferry operator

Jun 13, 2023 10:30 AM Read more >

2 kokanee lake fisheries come to Vancouver Island

Vancouver Island anglers no longer need to travel to the B.C. Mainland to fish for the celebrated small-lake kokanee.

Jun 6, 2023 7:30 AM Read more >

Fire-breathing metal dinosaur roars for travellers in BC Ferries lineup

Straight Up Racing puts on impromptu show at Nanaimo’s Departure Bay ferry terminal

May 24, 2023 7:30 AM Read more >

5th annual Amateur Photographer of the Year contest returns with $9,000+ in prizes!

Calling all amateur photographers! The Amateur Photographer of the Year contest celebrates its fifth anniversary with an amazing $9,000+ in prizes up for grabs.

May 3, 2023 7:30 AM Read more >

Nanaimo-to-Vancouver fast foot-passenger ferries branded ‘Hullo’

Vancouver Island Ferry Company planning groundbreaking event today at Nanaimo terminal

Apr 24, 2023 9:25 AM Read more >