British Columbia is known worldwide for its towering trees, but there’s something special about the larches. Their golden hue, their brief time horizon, and their connection to local indigenous culture. Hans Tammemogi was there with his notebook and camera to capture the magic. Larch trees are magical, behaving strangely while creating unbelievable beauty. Entire slopes […]
Category Archives: British Columbia Travel
British Columbia is where the towering Rocky Mountains come to a sudden halt near the shores of the crashing waters of the Pacific Ocean.
Filled with some of Canada’s most famous wine regions, world-class skiing, and some of the oldest examples of Indigenous history in Canada, British Columbia is a deep in culture as it is in beauty.
British Columbia Travel
The Ultimate List of Things to Do in Whistler, British Columbia: How to Explore Whistler in All Seasons
03
Oct
Oct
A lot of people only think about Whistler in winter, but We Explore Canada contributor Jennie Flaming wants to remind us that Whistler is very much a year-round destination, and that when it comes down to it, anytime is a great time to visit Whistler. When most people think of Whistler, they think of downhill […]
British Columbia Travel
The Top Things to Do in Victoria, BC: Make the Most of Your Visit to British Columbia’s Capital
30
Sep
Sep
Victoria is one of Canada’s most beautiful and historic cities. These things to do in Victoria, BC need to be at the top of everybody’s Canadian travel bucket-list, and that applies to both residents and tourists! We’ve honestly yet to meet a single person who has been to Victoria who hasn’t appreciated its unique vibe […]
British Columbia Travel, Canadian Culture
Visiting the Great Canadian Beer Festival in Victoria, BC: The Oldest Craft Beer Festival in Canada!
25
Sep
Sep
Hans Tammemagi visited to see which Canadian breweries were in attendance at Canada’s oldest beer festival, to learn more about the famed liquid, and, of course, to sip on a few himself. A cloudless sky formed a blue roof over the Great Canadian Beer Festival, where thirsty throngs tasted more than 250 flavour-rich beers and […]
British Columbia Travel, Indigenous Tourism
Exploring British Columbia’s Broughton Archipelago: A Region Rich in Indigenous Culture
25
Aug
Aug
We Explore Canada Contributor Hans Tammemagi recounts his experience in British Columbia’s Broughton Archipelago, and specifically the sights and sounds that resonated with him in his quest to learn more about the rich Indigenous culture and history in the area. A rusty, derelict boat barely visible through a tangle of weeds lies next to a […]
04
Aug
Aug
Located in the Salish Sea, right between Vancouver Island and the mainland of British Columbia, are the Gulf Islands. We Explore Canada contributor Hans Tammemagi walks you through how to make the most of the famous Southern Gulf Islands, one island at a time. Trying to look like Easy Rider, I revved the motor and […]
British Columbia Travel
Ursa Minor Brewing: The Unique, Central British Columbia Brewery You Can Fly To
10
Jul
Jul
On the shores of Ootsa Lake, in the heart of British Columbia, you’ll find Ursa Minor Brewing. We Explore Canada contributor Hans Tammemagi walks us through how owners Nathan and Gwyn are looking to be a tourism beacon in the area, while simultaneously supporting the local economy as they grow. Oh, and you can arrive […]