Vancouver: Canadian gateway to the Pacific and one of the most picturesque cities in the world, Vancouver offers a host of attractions including Stanley Park , Robson Street shopping, Granville Island market, numerous beaches, cafes and world-class restaurants. Vancouver is also the gateway for most of the Alaska and inside passage cruises.

Victoria: This intimate, sophisticated seaside city is the vacation capital of Canada and the premiere tourist spot in the Pacific Northwest . Victoria is situated on the southern tip of Vancouver Island and sparkles in one of Canada 's mildest climates. The city's British colonial heritage is still very much in evidence, but contemporary Victoria has a distinctly Pacific Northwest flavor. Attractions include the Empress Hotel and the nearby Butchart Gardens.

Whistler: One of the world's top resort areas is located just a short drive from Vancouver. This international playground features more activities than one could possibly list and some of the best skiing on the planet. It's even open for skiing in mid-summer! The resort has something for everyone and the setting is spectacular.

Banff & The Rocky Mountains: For guests looking to extend their British Columbia vacations, a visit to Banff and the resort towns of Lake Louise and Jasper is a must. Awe-inspiring scenery and easy access have made this area a primary tourist attraction for over a hundred years.

Related Web Sites:

Vancouver: www.tourismvancouver.com
Whistler: www.tourism-whistler.com
Victoria: www.city.victoria.bc.ca
Banff: www.discoverbanff.com
BC Wilderness Tourism Association: www.wilderness-tourism.bc.ca