Travel

A great summer get-away close to home

Fascinating and important history, lots of active pursuits to choose from, delicious food options and the chance to see one-of-a-kind wildlife, Saysutshun offers everything for the perfect summer get-away. Saysutshun, formerly known as Newcastle Island, is just a seven-minute passenger-only ferry ride from Maffeo Sutton Park ( ferry schedule) . The island offers visitors an incredible natural setting rich in culture where outdoor activities abound.

Aug 8, 2022 6:00 AM Read more >

Island-dwelling blonde raccoon hits the beach on hot summer day

Boater gets up close to blonde mother raccoon and kits on Saysutshun

Jul 31, 2022 11:10 AM Read more >

The Nanaimo Bar Trail beckons for those looking for a sweet treat

There’s a delicious truth both locals and visitors savour on central Vancouver Island: It’s always the right time to take a tasty trip along the Nanaimo Bar Trail.

Jul 28, 2022 9:30 PM Read more >

Galiano Island’s ecological footprint swells from tourism: study

Community’s footprint ‘much larger’ than other B.C. locales

Jul 5, 2022 1:30 PM Read more >

From ‘food’ to family member: B.C. hawklet adopted by eagles near Nanaimo

A red-tailed hawklet that was supposed to be an eaglet’s dinner has inadvertently become its adopted sibling on a B.C. Gulf Island off Nanaimo.

Jun 22, 2022 5:01 PM Read more >

Let Outdoors West be your guide to the great outdoors this summer!

Magazine shares the how-to and where-to of exploring Western Canada’s natural spaces

Jun 20, 2022 6:30 AM Read more >

More than a Gateway: Vancouver Island’s Nanaimo positioned as a key visitor destination

Tourism Nanaimo is optimistic about this summer season based on what operators reported last year and because of an expected overflow of visitors intended for Victoria or Tofino.

Apr 30, 2022 5:30 PM Read more >