Travel Guide: British Columbia, Canada

British Columbia, Canada’s westernmost province, is renowned for its stunning landscapes—rugged coastlines, vibrant rainforests, and the majestic Rockies—alongside vibrant cities like Vancouver and Whistler.

British Columbia is a province that offers an exceptional blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication, with Vancouver and Whistler standing out as two of its most iconic destinations. Vancouver, a coastal city nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Coastal Mountains, is renowned for its stunning scenery, diverse culture, and vibrant energy. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and outdoor living, Vancouver offers countless opportunities for hiking, biking, and enjoying the outdoors, all within the city’s limits.

A short drive north, Whistler captivates visitors with its world-class ski slopes and alpine charm. Known as one of the premier ski resorts in North America, Whistler attracts outdoor enthusiasts year-round, offering skiing and snowboarding in the winter and hiking, mountain biking, and golf in the warmer months. The village itself exudes a cozy, mountain-town atmosphere with charming shops, après-ski lounges, and fine dining options. The surrounding landscape, with its towering peaks, emerald lakes, and scenic trails, provides the perfect backdrop for photography, adventure, and relaxation.

Stay
Fairmont Chateau Whistler Staying at Fairmont Chateau Whistler showed me how lovely a full service hotel at the base of Whistler Blackcomb could be.
The Douglas Hotel The DOUGLAS hotel is a modern hotel, connected to a popular casino, and close to great dining spots in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Experiences
Après Teepee Snowshoe Tour with Whistler Snowshoe Snowshoeing in a forest outside of Whistler, BC was truly a magical, one of a kind experience in the winter wonderland of Western Canada
British Columbia: Winter Along the Western Canadian Coastline A visual gallery of moments from Vancouver and Whistler in British Columbia, Canada.
Eat
Chambar I never thought I was a person that would pick a hotel based on its distance to one of my favorite breakfast spots in Vancouver. However, during this trip that's exactly what I deliciously did.
Fanny Bay Oyster Bar & Shellfish Market Fanny Bay Oyster Bar & Shellfish Market is a delicious, Michelin recommended seafood market in the heart of Vancouver.
per se Social Corner per se Social Corner in Vancouver is a delightful food hall, serving mixed dining options from one delicious menu.
The Chalet Restaurant The Chalet Restaurant at the Fairmont Whistler's golf course was the first time I tried founde. I will say - it's unique.
The Mallard Lounge The Mallard Lounge at the Fairmont Whistler is the standard to what all bars in the Fairmont chain should be like.
The Wildflower The Wildflower at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler offered a lovely buffet breakfast to start my last day in Whistler.
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