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The cities, towns and areas of British Columbia are listed in alphabetical order.
Click on the letter below, and then on the city to find the information about that city in British Columbia.

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

A
Abbotsford
 
B
Burnaby
C
Clearwater
Comox
Courtenay
 
D
E
 
F G H
I
 
J K
Kelowna
Kimberley
 
L
M
 
N
North Vancouver
 
O
Okanagan Valley
 
P
Prince George
 
Q
 
R
Richmond
S
Sidney
 
T
U V
Vancouver
Victoria
W
Whistler
X

Y

Z


Abbotsford

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Abbotsford, British Columbia's fifth largest city, is nestled in the heart of the beautiful Fraser Country. Nature lovers flock to this city, where you can enjoy a coastal air tour, gold panning in the Fraser River, incredible spring cutthroat and rainbow fishing, mountain bike trips down Sumas Mountain, and much, much more. This City in the Country also offers more sedate adventures including golfing, historic sites and a professional symphony orchestra. Abbotsford is also a short drive to Vancouver, one of the largest and most exciting cities in Canada! The Abbotsford International Airport offers hassle-free travel for guests, with WestJet offering daily non-stop flights from Calgary and Toronto to Abbotsford. Connecting service to Abbotsford is available from many other WestJet cities. Visit Abbotsford today!

Burnaby
Burnaby Village Museum - Experience life as it might have been in Burnaby. Self-guided tours let you explore the farmhouse and village at your own pace! Period-costumed interpreters welcome guests into the various homes, businesses and shops of a traditional village along the BC Electric Railway tram line. An exciting must for every visitor is a whirl on the fully restored historic 1912 CW Parker Carousel. Rides are accompanied by music from a grand 1925 Wurlitzer organ. Amenities include an ice cream parlor which offers a menu for light meals and snacks, picnic tables, and a gift shop. The site is wheelchair accessible. Burnaby Village Museum, 6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby BC V5G 3T6. 24-hour Information: 604.293.6501. Administration: 604.293.6500. Group Bookings: 604.293.6500. School Bookings: 604.293.6529. Rentals: 604.293.6515. www.burnabyvillagemuseum.ca.

Clearwater
Ecosummer Expeditions - As a pioneer and leader in kayaking adventure excellence, Ecosummer is proud of its active support for environmental protection and policy improvement. We complement our reverence for the natural earth with an unyielding commitment to the comfort and safety of our guests. Over the 28 years we’ve been active, Ecosummer has maintained a perfect safety record through experienced leadership and state-of-the-art equipment. For us, ECO stands for Education and Challenge in the Outdoors, and at Ecosummer we live by our name. Our adventures create esteem for the natural world, its wild creatures, and our journeys within it. We believe that adventure tourism is best realized through physical comfort and mouth watering cuisine. Our client testimonials speak for themselves. The Royal Geographical Society magazine recently listed our Quest for the Spirit Bear within the "25 Trips of a Lifetime - Unmissable Adventures from the Four Corners of the Globe and Beyond". Outpost magazine ranked our Queen Charlotte Sail 9th out of "100 of the World's Best Trips and Tips for the Modern Nomad". Our success has been built upon hard work, passion, integrity, and thousands of happy guests. We aim to share our dream of creating a lifestyle and way of travel that is as fun and fulfilling as it is favorable to the environment that supports us. mailto:jimbruner@gettingaway.comOwner Andy Schwaiger and the friendly and knowledgeable staff of Ecosummer are committed to ensuring that each and every trip exceeds client's expectations by bringing great people together in inspirational settings. Ecosummer Expeditions. PO Box 177, Clearwater, British Columbia, Canada, V0E 1N0. 1.800.465.8884. www.ecosummer.com.

Comox

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Come visit the Recreation Capital of Canada! Eco-tourists and adventure travelers take note: Comox, B.C. might not sound like a tourist mecca, but if you like surfing huge waves in nearby Tofino, hiking the Great Bear Rainforest, or sea-kayaking with orcas, then it's the place to be. If you're not the adventurous type, you might enjoy the soothing waters of Hot Cove Hot Springs, a reasonable drive from Comox. Visit the Filburg Festival featuring 140 Western Canadian artists and craftspeople. But most of all, enjoy the natural playground that is Comox, B.C. Visit Comox today!

Comox Lake

Courtenay
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Kelowna

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Take a trip to the Okanagan area to experience the legend of Canada's Loch Ness Monster Ogopogo, the ripe goodness of the area's fruit orchards and the exquisite beauty of a perfect little city, Kelowna. The B.C. interior is great for boating, hiking and outdoor activities and the temperature is one of the best in the country. A trip to Kelowna will revitalize the soul with a multitude of golf courses. The B.C. Interior is also home to many other great locations to visit, such as Penticton, Summerland and Peachland. Visit Kelowna today!

 

Kelowna Vineyard

Kimberley

My preferred hotel chain is Marriott. I have stayed Residence Inns, which are prefect for longer stays with all the comforts of home; Spring Hill Suites, which I have found nice for longer stays as the have up to 25% more room than comparably priced rooms; Towne Place Suites, again when I want more room or am on a longer stay; Courtyard by Marriott, which has everything the business traveler needs, as well as families; Courtyard, Fairfield Inn, which I find spacious, comfortable and affordable. Another great idea is to stay at one of the JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts where you can enjoy a new dimension for your vacation or holiday. and Marriott Hotels and Resorts and have found them all to be of consistent quality and service. I have also stayed at some of their Vacation Club properties and have enjoyed each visit. AAA members can get discount rates at Marriott, as can Seniors. Click on Great Getaways for less at Marriott for special officers and great deals at Marriott hotels worldwide!

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North Vancouver
Your pulse quickens as you step onto the swaying planks of Vancouver's first visitor attraction. Breathe in the cedar-scented rainforest air as you make your way across Vancouver's famous landmark. Only minutes away from downtown Vancouver, Capilano Suspension Bridge takes you to the natural splendor of rainforest trails through magnificent evergreens and the unique perspective of Treetops Adventure, a walk high in the trees. www.capbridge.com

Okanagan Valley

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Prince George

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Welcome to beautiful northern B.C., where the gorgeous natural landscape will engulf you as you take in the many hiking, biking and cross country trails that are within a day of Prince George. Prince George is the capital of northern British Columbia with a population of 73,000. There are also four ski hills in the area and too many lakes to count. You can also take a break from the great outdoors and enjoy the only city in northern B.C. with all of the same services as any big city. Enjoy live theatre, WHL hockey and great museums. Art...dance...we've got it all in the cultural centre of northern B.C., Prince George. Visit Prince George today!

 

Nechako Float Plane Charter

Richmond

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Sidney

Mineral World
A unique experiment in retail, it has been recognized as one of the most innovative stores in Canada. Set in a large, window-filled building overlooking the sea, it offers many experiences to admire, to learn and to buy. Jewelry, stone works of art, crystals, fossils, giftware and more.
An outdoor adventureland of gemstones, shells, gold panning and fossil digging. Unique in North America, the Scratch Patch is free to visit. Buy a collector's bag and hunt through millions of gems such as amethyst, agate, jade, jasper and many others, to choose your own treasures.

Hours - Summer: 10:00am - 9:00pm. Spring/Fall: 10:00am - 5:00pm. Winter: Mon - Sat: 10:00am - 4:30pm Sun: 12:00am - 4:30pm. Sidney-by-the-Sea On the waterfront, 9891 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC. Phone: (250)655-GEMS. www.scratchpatch.com.

On the waterfront, next to Port Sidney Marina
Mineral World is ideally located on Sidney's waterfront.

Vancouver

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With a population of two million people, which is almost half of the entire population of British Columbia, Vancouver is one of the largest cities in Canada. With so many people and such a vibrant culture, there is no shortage of things to do in this urban paradise. Walk along the sea wall to the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre and explore the creatures of the deep in this world-famous aquarium located in beautiful Stanley Park. Walk one of the country's highest suspension bridges across a scenic river valley at Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park. Or, take in the gondola at Grouse Mountain for a great view of this spectacular city. In summer, the HSBC Celebration of Light fireworks competition at English Bay features the best fireworks shows from around the world. Entrants compete with amazing displays that are sure to light up the city!  Visit Vancouver today!

Beach at sunset

Vancouver is the largest city in the province of British Columbia. It is located in one of the most beautiful areas of Canada surrounded on three sides by water - Burrand Inlet to the north, the Straight of Georgia separating Vancouver from Vancouver Island to the west, and the north arm of the Fraser River to the south. Click on Vancouver for additional information about this great Canadian city.

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Victoria  
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Victoria, British Columbia is always in season! Victoria has the mildest climate in Canada, and is a place so green all year that flowers fall out of the sky and even the lamp posts bloom. It is no wonder that it is called The Garden City!  The wild beauty of the Pacific coast and the adventure of the great outdoors are within the city limits and ocean and mountain vistas will follow you wherever you go. Victoria remembers its colorful history with First Nations totem poles, heritage architecture and afternoon tea, and bustles with the energy of a university town, having the University of Victoria, Canada within its limits. Shop windows are full of British imports, Native art and the latest trends. Restaurants and cafés serve the freshest cuisine. The harbor is alive with the romance of an era when tall ships moored alongside the wharf and evenings glitter as lights twinkle and cast their magic from atop the landmark British Columbia Legislative Buildings. The Garden City is a year-round tourism destination that offers a friendly, safe haven for all visitors. Getting here is very easy, and, once here, you will feel a million miles away.  With a clean environment and charming ambience, it is no surprise that Victoria, BC is one of the world's favorite destinations. For additional information about Vancouver Island, please visit the official regional website for Tourism Vancouver Island. Visitor Centre - 812 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC Canada, V8W 1T3. Tel: (250) 953-2033. Fax: (250) 382-6539. Email Inquiries: info@tourismvictoria.com

 
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Best known as the capital of British Columbia, Victoria could easily be called the tourism capital of B.C. Victorian architecture is the theme as downtown takes you back in time to tea, china shops and old English pubs. Victoria's picturesque inner harbor is doted with local artists selling their wares and street performers showing their incredible talents. Victoria is also home to the Royal BC Museum, a tribute to the Haida people and their beautiful art. A trip on the water means seeing orca whales, seals and many other interesting wildlife in the sea and in the air. Shopping takes a new turn with downtown Victoria's unique shops and services. The seafood lover need not look any further than this island city, with a bevy of restaurants to satisfy the palette. After dinner retire to your room at the Empress Hotel, one of Canada's finest hotels. Visit Victoria today!

Sailboat in Victoria Harbour

Whistler

My preferred hotel chain is Marriott. I have stayed Residence Inns, which are prefect for longer stays with all the comforts of home; Spring Hill Suites, which I have found nice for longer stays as the have up to 25% more room than comparably priced rooms; Towne Place Suites, again when I want more room or am on a longer stay; Courtyard by Marriott, which has everything the business traveler needs, as well as families; Courtyard, Fairfield Inn, which I find spacious, comfortable and affordable. Another great idea is to stay at one of the JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts where you can enjoy a new dimension for your vacation or holiday. and Marriott Hotels and Resorts and have found them all to be of consistent quality and service. I have also stayed at some of their Vacation Club properties and have enjoyed each visit. AAA members can get discount rates at Marriott, as can Seniors. Click on Great Getaways for less at Marriott for special officers and great deals at Marriott hotels worldwide!

  Getaway Specials from Marriott.
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