Wellness Travel Blog

The weekend I travelled to Salt Spring Island with my daughter, the forecast promised relentless rain. Ferries were being cancelled. We debated turning back but decided to take the risk. When the boat finally left the terminal, it felt like a small victory. After docking in Long Harbour, we drove along winding roads towards the […]

Hidden deep in the woods of Salt Spring Island, Arbutus View Thermal Spa feels more like a secret than a destination. The drive itself slows you down. You leave the main highway, weave through trees and forest homes, and finally arrive at a cedar-decked retreat surrounded by old-growth forest and birdsong. “We’re surrounded by acres […]

As one of the proud founding partners of Wellness Travel BC, Oak Bay Beach Hotel continues to raise the standard of wellness travel on Vancouver Island – and throughout British Columbia and indeed, across Canada. In its newest seasonal wellness experience offerings, this iconic waterfront property blends coastal charm, rejuvenating spa rituals, and mindful culinary […]

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By Natasha Netschay The sun was already warm when I arrived early morning at Copper Cayuse Outfitters in Pemberton, the air carrying that crisp, mountain scent that only comes in the Sea-to-Sky Corridor. Horses stood in a corral nearby, strong, calm, and far larger than I had pictured in my mind. My stomach fluttered with […]

By Natasha Netschay Davies One warm August afternoon, I sat down with David MacKenzie, owner and managing director of Pemberton Valley Lodge. We found a quiet spot and talked about why this place feels so different from a typical resort town. David knows the valley well, and it’s clear he’s as passionate about the surrounding […]

By Natasha Netschay Davies I’d been craving a BC summer escape. A few days to unwind, recharge, and soak in nature before fall creeps in. In early August, my husband and I packed our car for a four-day, three-night getaway. We wanted somewhere close enough for a leisurely drive, yet far enough to feel like […]

Some spa days check a box. Others change your state of being. At Grotto Spa in Parksville, British Columbia, the experience begins with The Grotto, a beautifully designed, self-paced wellness journey. Warm mineral pools that mirror the feel of a natural stone grotto. Cedar barrel saunas. A cool splash waterfall. Outdoor showers. Fireside lounging on […]