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If there's a spring in your step and you're greeting strangers with a smile, well - you may have a case of spring fever. Spring is a magical month for travel in the Vancouver, Coast and Mountains region. The sun is warm, the days are long, and the snow is soft, providing the perfect conditions for you to hit the slopes one last time. The pinks, whites and yellows of spring blossoms make their first appearance in the city parks and on country trails. Tulips and daffodils join the last of the winter squash at farmers' markets.
With the new season just around the corner, it's time to start planning your spring break escape. Whether you're embarking on a family getaway or an intimate trip 'á deux', Vancouver, Coast and Mountains is your spring break destination.
Dash away on a romantic couples weekend to the Sunshine Coast, stay in a luxury downtown Vancouver hotel, or ski the glaciers of Whistler and Blackcomb. With birding, fishing, hiking and golfing already in full swing, there is something for everyone. If it seems there's too much to do, don't worry - here, you can ski in the morning, golf in the afternoon, and sail towards the sunset at dusk. Ah, we love springtime!
For more information on 'spring break' ideas click here.
www.VCMBC.com
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St Patrick's Day Parade
Downtown Vancouver
March 16, 2008
Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival
Vancouver
March 21-April 15, 2008
Telus World Ski & Snowboard Festival
Whistler
April 11-20, 2008
April Tools Wooden Boat Challenge
Madeira Park, Sunshine Coast
April 26, 2008
That British Columbia is celebrating its 150 anniversary? In 2008, the province will be hosting a number of exciting festivals and events throughout its many divers communities.
The flagship event of BC150 Years is Rivermania - a 36-day festival celebrating the culture and Peoples of the Fraser River and Simon Fraser’s exploration of the river. From August 24 to September 28, 2008, discover rich First Nations cultures, experience outdoor wilderness excursions, and immerse yourself in the exciting community celebrations that will take part along the Fraser River.
www.bcrivermania.com
What do I need to know when crossing the US border into British Columbia or any of the other Canadian Provinces?
International visitors will need to carry a valid national passport, US citizens require government issued ID, but do not need a passport at this time.
Click here for more information
For
more great ideas to plan your Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
vacation, please visit www.VCMBC.com or
call 1-800-667-3306
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 Once under the grape arbour and surrounded by flowers your enchantment begins. The river murmurs as ducks quack and scramble for your attention. Gentle music soothes you as you enter your cottage. You touch a match to the wood fire, settle into a comfy chair with a glass of golden sherry or a cup of freshly brewed tea. The waves lap at your footsteps...you have found home at River Run Cottages.
Far from standard hotel rooms with anonymous decor and furnishings, the four River Run Cottages are individually designed with comfort, character, and a commitment to making your visit an unforgettable experience. Accommodations range from the Netloft - a charming cottage once used by fishermen to dry their nets - to The Northwest Room, which features a magnificent river rock waterfall shower and four-post driftwood bed. The Waterlily is a uniquely crafted floating cottage with a private river-level deck. The Keepers Quarters is a cheerful unit extending over the water, with a queen size feather bed set beside the fireplace and a two-person Jacuzzi tub.
Wake-up in the morning to a two-course gourmet breakfast served to you out on your private deck overlooking the river. Spend the day discovering historic Ladner by bike or tandem kayaks - both are available for your use at River Run Cottages. River Run Cottages is also located close to the Vancouver International Airport and the Victoria Ferry terminal for easy access.
For more information and to make reservations, 1-866-946-7778 or info@riverruncottages.ca.
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 The Wedgewood Hotel and Spa in downtown Vancouver is the perfect place to indulge in a lifestyle of luxury. But don't just take our word for it: this special boutique hotel is the recent winner of two highly acclaimed awards for the fourth year in a row - "#1 Hotel in Vancouver" by Travel + Leisure Readers and Conde Nast Gold list "World's Best Places to Stay". This follows the November announcement that the hotel has recently become a member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux group, making it Vancouver's only Relais & Chateaux property!
Owner Eleni Skalbania is continuously updating the property in order to keep the hotel at the height of luxury, comfort and technology. The hotel's commitment to personal, but unobtrusive service always exceeds the most discerning guests' expectations.
To encourage ladies to experience true Relais & Chateaux hospitality this spring, the Wedgewood Hotel and Spa has created a fantastic Girls Getaway Package. This special package is available for two to four guests, in an Executive Room or a 1-Bedroom Suite. Girls start their two nights of fun with a welcome Fruit Basket, box of Chocolate Truffles, and chilled bottle of sparkling wine. The next day begins with a sumptuous continental buffet breakfast in the Bacchus Restaurant, followed by a relaxing Spa treatment (maximum value of $120.00 per guest) in the Spa at the Wedgewood. Book your Girls Getaway Package from Sunday to Thursday and you'll also receive lunch at Bacchus Restaurant (maximum value of $35 per guest). Or, visit on a weekend and receive a true Wedgewood favourite - Royal Afternoon Tea with Champagne at Bacchus Restaurant.
Book your Girls Getaway Package today! Prices start at $373 CDN, including all taxes and gratuities, available until April 13, 2008. Between April 14 and June 14, 2008, the Girls Getaway Package starts at $390 CDN. and between June 15 to August 31, 2008, the package starts at $413 CDN.
The Wedgewood Hotel and Spa is a favourite of locals and travellers alike, and celebrity sightings are not uncommon at the award-winning Bacchus Restaurant and Piano Lounge. A luxurious spa, fitness and business centres, three lovely salons for meetings or special events and 83 posh guestrooms and suites complete the facilities of this world-class boutique property.
To book this wonderful package or make a reservation, please contact the hotel directly at 604-689-7777, toll-free 1-800-663-0666, or via email at reservations@wedgewoodhotel.com.
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 We could go on about Vancouver, Coast and Mountains' lush fairways and undulating greens. We could tell you about the fabulous off-course activities and gorgeous scenery. But, in Vancouver, Coast and Mountains' region, golf speaks for itself.
The snow is melting and the leaves are sprouting, perfect for a springtime golf getaway. Head up the picturesque Sea to Sky Highway (Highway 99) to Furry Creek Golf and Country Club. The view from the 14th hole alone is enough to leave you breathless; however, a true golfer will appreciate the challenge in this course as it meanders around the mountain sides and rushing streams.
For an off-the-beaten-track golfing experience, head out towards Maple Ridge on Lougheed Highway (Highway 7). Here you will find the beautiful Meadow Gardens Golf Club. The newly redesigned Les Furber course embraces its natural surroundings, and is the recipient of a Certificate of Recognition for "Best Places to Play" by Golf Digest. Peppered with exciting Par 4s and 3s, Meadow Gardens Golf Club is know for its signature 18th hole which requires pin-point accuracy as you navigate over three small islands.
Continue travelling along the Lougheed Highway (Highway 7) into Mighty Fraser Country. In Chilliwack, you will discover Royalwood Golf and RV Resort. Set amidst the Coast Mountains to the North and the Fraser Canyon to the North east, this family run course is said to have the best greens in BC. If you enjoy the satisfaction of a long drive then this course is for you. With long, straight fairways and open, forgiving roughs, Royalwood Golf and RV Resort is the place to stay and play in the Fraser Valley.
With breathtaking natural beauty, world-class golf, and award-winning dining, Vancouver, Coast and Mountains is a dream golf vacation. For more information on courses and a sneak-peak at the virtual golf guide, visit www.exploreourgolf.com
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 Imagine falling asleep in 300 thread count sheets, underneath a fresh duvet cover, with heavenly pillows and a chic, oversized artistic headboard. You awake feeling refreshed, revived... and tempted to spend all day in bed! This suite-dream will soon be a reality at the Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside. Here, the guestrooms and hotel suites in Vancouver BC are undergoing something much bigger than a renovation - it's a reinvention.
The process of transforming this full-service hotel is in full swing with phase one of the hotel's "reinvention" well under way. The guest rooms, which are slated for completion by March 31, 2008, will feature everything from hip decor and luxurious bedding to ultra high-tech, brand new plug-in technology.
Distinctive local touches offering a seamless blending of fashion and whimsical design will enhance the guestrooms at the Renainssance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside. The reinvented rooms will also include flat panel high definition LCD TVs, sleek sofa chaise lounges with accent pillows, dresser/desk combinations, sophisticated new bathroom lighting and luxury branded amenities. Reinvention, indeed!
About the Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside
Located on the waterfront in British Columbia, the Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside is in the heart of it all and is within walking distance of the Alaska Cruise Ship Terminal and the Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre. Here, you're just steps away from the city's busy shopping centre, historic Gastown, and the 1,000 acre Stanley Park. Enjoy the scenic attractions of downtown Vancouver while staying in one of the hotel suites facing Coal Harbour. For more information or to make a reservation call 604-689-6211, or visit www.marriott.com.
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Vancouver,
Coast & Mountains
Tourism Region - 600 - 210 West Broadway, Vancouver,
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