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If you have been thinking about vacationing in Canada, then British Columbia should be part of your travel plans. British Columbia is in the westernmost province of Canada. It is four times the size of Great Britain but is far more populated with mountains then people. There are several major mountain ranges that divide British Columbia and Alberta. Needless to say, there are a lot of hiking, backpacking, climbing and kayaking opportunities in British Columbia. “Ecotourism” is a major attraction for travelers and it has become widely popular in British Columbia, particularly Vancouver Island.
Vancouver Island, which holds British Columbia’‘s capital Victoria, offers something for everyone, whether they are outdoor enthusiasts or not. Victoria is nicknamed the Garden City because of Butchart Gardens, but is also home to countless museums (Craigharroch Castle Historical Museum), theatres (IMAX theatre), and dozens of fine dining restaurants.
If you are interested in getting out then get ready to be inundated and overwhelmed with activities throughout British Columbia. Hiking, skiing, climbing, biking, kayaking, and whale watching should be on your British Columbia vacation to-do list. Vancouver, the largest city in Western Canada could cater to both the adventurers and the indoor enthusiasts, allowing you to ski in the morning, sail at lunchtime, and take in a show and dinner at a fabulous restaurant. And there’‘s always sushi you can get on the go as you bike through the network of bicycle routes in the city.
Now that you’‘re ready to plan your British Columbia vacation, you need to know when to go. Winters can be rainy but the temperature rarely goes below freezing. Also in the winter months in Vancouver it rarely snows but the sun doesn’‘t come out too much either. Still, February is the best for skiing. The summer months (July-September) is the peak season because the temperatures are warmer and there is less rain, but keep in mind that the Pacific Coast can be unpredictable so be prepared for temperatures to drop, fog to roll in, and rain to fall. Or not.
British Columbia is officially bilingual (French/English), but most people speak only English. The official currency is the Canadian Dollar. The unofficial beverage is beer brewed in dozens of breweries. Pay attention to your surroundings no matter where you are, and enjoy your vacation in British Columbia.
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