Wellness
Planning a Bike Trip to Salt Spring Island? Start here
Salt Spring Island has become a destination for cyclists, bikepackers, and day-trippers. Easily accessible from both the mainland and Vancouver Island, in just a short ferry ride, you'll find yourself pedalling some of BC's most beautiful cycling routes, past rocky shorelines, bucolic fields with fuzzy sheep, and plenty of locally made roadside treats. If you’re planning a Salt Spring cycling trip, you'll want to start here. We spoke with Rosie Schinners, a longtime local cyclist, and Lizi McLoughlin, a [...]
Cycling in the Southern Gulf Islands: Tips & Resources
Long recognized as a great cycling destination, the Southern Gulf Islands offer quiet, rolling terrain through towering trees and along dramatic coastlines. With options for every type of cyclist, from the rugged all-weather outdoor enthusiasts to those fuelled by good food and plenty of it, cycling the Gulf Islands is always an adventure. Yet, for the uninitiated, the Southern Gulf Islands come with a few unique hazards that are different from those you'd face cycling around Vancouver or other [...]
Self-Care to Pamper Yourself: Manicures, Facials and More
Treat yourself to the ultimate self-care getaway in the Southern Gulf Islands. From luxurious mani-pedis and calming facials to rejuvenating body treatments.
Release Tension: Massage and Hydrotherapy in the Southern Gulf Islands
Discover your path to relaxation and renewal in the Southern Gulf Islands, where wellness takes the form of soothing massages, Nordic spa circuits, and serene seaside escapes.
A Fresh Perspective on Wellness in the Southern Gulf Islands
Experience wellness in the Southern Gulf Islands, where skilled practitioners help you uncover unexpected paths to healing and renewal.
5 Quiet Spots to Meditate in the Southern Gulf Islands
Since our nature is quiet and unhurried, there are plenty of places to meditate and practise mindfulness. Here are a few of our favourites to (re)connect with the islands and ourselves.
8 Island-Style Wellness Activities
Take the time to slow down, connect to your surroundings, and give yourself uninterrupted time to recharge. From spas to nature therapy, here are 8 wellness activities for every type of visitor.
