All British Columbia Travel Advice

• Daily Daydream: Sleep Suspended in a Sphere
  March 19, 2012 9:52 am
  It's like a treehouse mashed up with Bio-Dome! read more
• Save Money With Repositioning Cruises
  April 27, 2010 12:00 am
  Spring and fall mean transitioning wardrobes—and repositioning ships. See several world regions on one of these sailings, at cheaper per-diem rates than "regular" cruises. read more
• Great Destinations for Terrible Weather
  March 24, 2010 12:00 am
  These trips aren't for everyone. But if crashing, roaring, flashing nature is up your alley, these destinations have dream vacation written all over them. read more
• Last-Minute Spring Break Getaways
  March 4, 2010 12:00 am
  If you think it's too late to make spring travel plans, check out the last-minute deals we found for travel to Florida, Hawaii, Vancouver, Mexico, and even Europe. If you're looking to stay closer to home, we've got that covered, too. read more
• Top Five Off-Peak Destinations for Spring 2010
  February 19, 2010 5:04 pm
  Take advantage of pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and lower prices to destinations around the world this spring. You may think they are unaffordable, but the low season brings them within reach. read more
• Surprise! Extra Fees Are Often Hidden in Rental Car Contracts
  February 18, 2010 12:00 am
  So you plan on renting a car and possibly taking it out of state on a side trip. That's fine, unless your contract restricts the areas you're allowed to drive. Find out how to avoid surprising charges. read more
• Top Places to Catch Winter Olympic Fever for Under $500
  February 12, 2010 9:31 am
  It might be too late to book a trip to Vancouver, much less an affordable one, but there are plenty of other places to capture the Olympic spirit this winter. read more
• Olympic Travelers Stranded: Ship Hotel Won't Dock
  February 12, 2010 1:47 pm
  With the Games just days away, the Olympic dreams of some have turned to a nightmare as they scramble to find accommodations in a city booked almost solid. read more
• Olympics Bound? Beware of Carry-On Restrictions
  February 12, 2010 1:47 pm
  Canada's current carry-on baggage restrictions on flights to the U.S. mean that Olympic visitors need to pack light and smart to not run into problems on the way home. read more
• Find Hot Deals in Vancouver Pre- and Post-Olympics
  February 12, 2010 1:47 pm
  During the Olympics, the spotlight on Vancouver and Whistler will be hot enough to melt snow. But before and after, visitors can find gold-medal value. read more
• Is it Too Late to Find a Good Deal to the Olympics?
  August 31, 2009 12:30 pm
  If you've waited until now to book your trip to the Winter Games, you'll have to face some budget-pummeling realities. But there are still a few ways to do it for less. read more
• Truly Budget Travel for Summer: Ski Resorts
  June 5, 2009 3:44 pm
  What can you do at ski resort destinations when there's no snow? How about hike, bike, swim, soar, plunge, and dine. Oh yeah, and save money. read more
• Ten Amazing Adventures Under $1,000 (2009 Edition)
  April 13, 2009 4:57 pm
  Adventure travel on a recession budget. What's not to love? read more
• Affordable Trips to Two Faraway Islands
  January 18, 2009 6:48 pm
  This week, the Deal Detective turns her magnifying glass to Tofino and the Azores. Plus, get help with your own trip! read more
• Destinations to Watch in 2009
  October 22, 2009 10:06 am
  These destinations to watch in 2009 are bursting with up-and-coming, you've-gotta-see-this attitude. Plus, each offers good values to travelers looking to vacation affordably. read more
• Best New Adventure Trips of 2009
  December 29, 2008 2:51 pm
  Exploration of new and little-known places is one of the hallmarks of adventure, which is what makes these 10 new trips stand out from the rest. read more
• Where in the World Can You Go for $1,000?
  November 6, 2008 10:46 am
  The traveling troubadour tackles a birthday vacation, kayaking for a non-enthusiast, and a memorable journey to France. Plus, the Deal Detective's identity is revealed at last! read more
• Five Classic, Affordable U.S. Vacations
  August 25, 2008 3:20 pm
  The U.S. is a hodge-podge of regions, each with a unique personality. Thus, even in difficult economic times like these, you can still find a world-class destination at home. read more
• Head for the Hills to Find Summer Savings
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  While gaggles of vacationers flock to busy beach destinations, ski resorts remain relatively low-key. Read on for great deals and tell us about your favorite mountain destination. read more
• Have a British experience without the pound
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Here's where you can go to get that British spirit without succumbing to the weight of the pound. read more
• Top five award destinations for November
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Got miles? We pick five destinations that should feature plenty of award seats during the month of November. read more
• Ten Wild Adventure Sports You've Got to Try
  October 8, 2007 12:00 am
  Here's a look at some of world's more recent extreme adventure sports, and where you can go to try them out for yourself. read more
• The 10 best adventure travel bargains of 2007
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  The most important thing you can do when choosing a trip is to select the package that offers the best value for the money, which is not always the provider with the lowest price. A reasonable cost and an experience of a lifetime can add up to a great adventure bargain. read more
• New Alaska port for Regent Seven Seas
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Yesterday, Regent Seven Seas and the Campbell River Indian Band inaugurated a new cruise terminal in Alaska. The Campbell River cruise terminal on Vancouver Island will exclusively host the Seven Seas Mariner in 2007 and 2008. read more
• Winter restaurant weeks
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Here's the scoop on three upcoming winter restaurant weeks. For those of you who are unfamiliar with them, restaurant weeks are promotional periods (that often stretch for longer than a week) when participating restaurants in specific city offer fixed menus at a usually very reasonable price. read more
• Storm-watch in Tofino, British Columbia, this November
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Visitors rarely choose a destination for its bad weather, but people come to Tofino, British Columbia, in November with the sole intention of getting caught in the heavy storms and high winds of the winter storm-watching season. read more
• Riding the rails through the Canadian Rockies
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  The train is an economical way to visit Alberta and British Columbia. Despite its affordability, however, it's not for everyone. read more
• Five great North American adventure destinations
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  For adventure vacation inspiration close to home, here's a look at five of great outdoor destinations: three U.S. national parks, a U.S. national forest, and one Canadian park reserve. read more
• Top destinations past and future
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Last week, Orbitz published two lists about destinations, the first looking back at the most popular destinations of the last five years, and the second of "locations that should be on everyone's must see list" in the next five years. read more
• The freshest destinations from farm to table
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Eating local helps ensure an authentic culinary experience, giving travelers exceptional taste and freshness while bringing them closer to the source. It also allows them to give back. read more
• Avoid peak Memorial Day travel with Canadian getaways
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Escape the crowds and high prices of Memorial Day weekend by visiting one of these unique destinations in Canada. read more
• Hollywood-style vacations for the average Joe
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  If you've always dreamed of living a life of fortune and fame, then follow in the footsteps of some of Hollywood's heavy hitters for a star-studded vacation at down-to-earth prices. read more

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