Southern Gulf Islands
Where the Road Slows Down: Bikepacking the Cowichan–Salt Spring Loop
When visiting Salt Spring Island, it’s common to see slogans such as ‘Slow the Folk Down’ or ‘Slow Down, This Isn’t the Mainland’ plastered to anything from a rusting 30-year-old Schwinn bicycle to a brand-new Land Rover. Being the largest of the Gulf Islands, it attracts a wide variety of people from hippies, to yuppies, to remote workers, to retirees, to an influx of tourists each summer coming from near and far. Yet, no matter who they may be, pretty [...]
Celebrating Black-Owned Brands of the Southern Gulf Islands
These Black-owned businesses in the Southern Gulf Islands are serving up incredible local produce, stylish ethically sourced goods, and more all year round.
Give the Gift of Memories: Experience Gifts in the Southern Gulf Islands
Island-based experiences that will inspire all the foodies, adventurers, and romantics on your list.
Your Cozy Season Bucket List: How to Embrace Slowing Down
Pack your bags, unplug from the world, and experience a cozy season in the Gulf Islands this fall. Your perfect escape is waiting.
A Rundown of all the Disc Golf Courses in the Southern Gulf Islands
With 365 days of temperate weather, eight courses, and passionate local clubs, the Southern Gulf Islands are increasingly a destination for disc golf lovers from near and far.
Plant-based food in the Southern Gulf Islands
For the vegans and vegetarians planning a visit, here are just a few of the many, many plant-based food options you have waiting for you on your next trip.
Sustainable sipping at Sea Star Vineyards
Visiting a winery offers a glimpse into this journey, and it’s a beautiful one at Sea Star Vineyards and Winery on Pender Island.
Travelling the BC Southern Gulf Islands with kids
Quiet, safe, and welcoming, the Southern Gulf Islands are an ideal place to visit with kids.
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.
Indigenous Place Names in the Southern Gulf Islands
SENĆOŦEN and Hul'q'umi'num names for places in the Southern Gulf Islands.
Six Ways to Steward the Salish Sea
Here are six ways you can steward marine ecosystems during your stay in the Southern Gulf Islands—because being water-aware is always where it’s at.
How to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint When you Visit the Southern Gulf Islands
Reducing your carbon footprint doesn’t need to be at the expense of enjoying your trip. In fact, it can encourage you to try new activities, discover new places, sample different foods, and minimize waste.
How to be a Regenerative Traveller in the Southern Gulf Islands
For those of us who live here on the Southern Gulf Islands, we take our stewardship of these sensitive ecosystems to heart. It’s part of our lifestyle and it’s what makes our islands so unique. It’s important that you take care too, when you visit.
