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The Art of the Getaway

Whether you’re looking for an adventurous weekend, or in need of a relaxing staycation, discover an authentic and immersive experience of BC’s Creative Communities and learn the Art of the Getaway. More than a tourist’s trip, the Art of the Getaway is to be steeped in the local experience.

 

Experience the Art of the Getaway and discover unique places to stay in the diverse regions of British Columbia. From the fertile grounds of Klippers Organics Acres in Cawston to the serene lakeside views of Above the Beach Guest Suites in Penticton, each locale offers quiet luxury and distinct charm. Discover the tranquil ambiance of The Naramata Inn nestled amidst vineyard-draped hills or unwind in the coastal splendor of Harbour House Hotel on Saltspring Island.

Enjoy the secluded gem of Rockwater Resort tucked away in Secret
Cove in Halfmoon Bay offering a blissful retreat amidst lush forests and
rugged coastlines, while Woodstone Manor and Galiano Inn on Galiano Island provide a perfect blend of luxury and nature. Indulge in wellness travel and experience restoration at Oak Bay Beach Resort and Sidney Pier Hotel and Spa, where rejuvenation meets coastal elegance.

 
 
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A View to Remember B&B

West Kelowna
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Your Okanagan Wine Country Getaway starts here. We offer an authentic, personalized  B&B experience. We are just a glance away from the Westside Wine Trail with 16 wineries just a short drive away,or enjoy the walk to many right in our neighbourhood.  We offer three beautifully detailed spotlessly clean suites with a dedicated guest entrance on a separate level of Read more...
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Galiano Oceanfront Inn and Spa

Galiano Island
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The Galiano Oceanfront Inn and Spa is the only resort in the Southern Gulf Islands where you can leave your car behind, take the ferry, walk to the Inn and hike to trails, parks, beaches and village shops. So very easy! Relax in our quietly comfortable and thoughtfully appointed private West Coast Inn Suites and Villas. Drink in the view Read more...
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Haig Brown Heritage House

Campbell River
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Enjoy the peaceful setting of this historic farmhouse where author conservationist Roderick Haig-Brown wrote his world-renowned books. By the River… The murmur of the river can be heard from the rooms overlooking the peaceful grounds. In this unique bed and breakfast establishment, the Haig-Brown House interior and furnishings reflect the character and modest lifestyle of Roderick Haig-Brown and his family. Read more...
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Harbour House Hotel

Salt Spring Island
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Airy and sleek, the Harbour House awaits in the heart of Salt Spring Island. Furnished patios boast stunning views over the Salish Sea. Full-service restaurant, function room, and spa, all newly-renovated in a relaxed and refined style. Discover our enchanted island for yourself; at once bold and serene, touched only softly by civilization, wild in ways that stir the soul Read more...
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Helijet

Vancouver
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Helijet is your connection between Vancouver Island & the Lower Mainland; linking Victoria, Vancouver & Nanaimo + Beyond – by earning Aeroplan points with every flight. Start your journey from the comfortably passenger lounge with many complimentary VIP amenities, before taking off in the style & comfort on board a 12-seat Sikorsky helicopters and enjoy spectacular views of Beautiful British Columbia. Read more...
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Ocean Front | Suites at Cowichan Bay

Cowichan Bay
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Welcome to OceanFront Suites at Cowichan Bay. To ensure you have a comfortable stay, we are happy to offer the following services and features for your enjoyment. WORLD TRAVEL & TOURISM COUNCIL SAFE TRAVELS DESIGNATION We are recognized as a global destination that has adopted globally standardized health and hygiene protocols. IN ROOM DINING Our on-site restaurant, The Cook and Read more...
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Stirling All Suites Hotel

Nelson
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Nestled in the picturesque heart of Nelson, BC, Stirling Suites redefines the boutique hotel experience by seamlessly blending luxury with local charm. Our carefully curated apartment-style hotel suites are designed with you in mind, they feature fully-equipped kitchens and in-suite laundry that help make your stay effortless. Each suite is adorned with unique heritage touches that celebrate Nelson’s history and Read more...
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Telegraph Cove Resort

Telegraph Cove
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Voted one of, The Ten Best “Towns” in Canada to visit, by Harrowsmith Magazine, Telegraph Cove is tucked away on the Eastern Coast of Northern Vancouver Island and is one of the last virtually untouched areas on the North American continent. This tiny sawmill community was important to the development of the North Island and has a rich and colorful Read more...
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Terracana Ranch Resort

Valemount
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Dream GETAWAY VACATION with deluxe riverside log cabins, spectacular mountain views & year round outdoor adventure. Voted #1 snowmobile & ATV resort in western Canada. Minutes from MT. Robson, BC – Highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, 1hr west of Jasper Imagine an ART RETREAT in this pristine wilderness location. Our general manager’s art studio provides a great venue. Beginners Read more...
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Vancouver’s North Shore – Places to Stay

North Vancouver
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A short stay here, stays with you forever. This is the chance to explore closer to home. To become a tourist in your own backyard. On Vancouver’s North Shore, a weekend stay can easily include the region’s top attractions, wild and natural experiences. and city visits with downtown Vancouver just a 12 minute Seabus ride away. A short ferry ride Read more...

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Kaaganhlxa—Home Safe | Haida Gwaii Museum

Haida Gwaii Museum
Skidegate
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May 1, 2026
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May 31, 2027
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Curated by Gid Kuuyas Collison-Robertson and Kaw Kay James Williams, KaaGanhlxa, or Home Safe, features a selection of Haida cultural belongings repatriated since 2020, on display in the museum’s Sky Gallery. It comes on the heels of the museum’s partnership with the Haida Repatriation Committee to host a two-day reburial for the remains of repatriated Ancestors in January. The community also held Read more...
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Sacred in All Forms | Campbell River Art Gallery

Campbell River Art Gallery
Campbell River
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May 7, 2026, 12:00 am
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August 8, 2026, 12:00 am
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Sacred in All Forms at the Campbell River Art Gallery is a contemporary exhibition exploring the sacred as something plural, embodied, and relational rather than fixed within traditional patriarchal ideas of divinity. Featuring artists Sandeep Johal, Xiaojing Yan, Kourtney Jackson, and Aaron McIntosh, the exhibition examines themes of gender, spirituality, identity, motherhood, queer experience, ancestry, and connection to land and Read more...
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Lumby & District Public Market

Lumby & District Public Market
Lumby
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May 9, 2026
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September 19, 2026
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Our Public Market in Lumby welcomes you to come see the Local farm produce available , Wonderful talented Artists, Musicians , Home base businesses and local Entrepreneurs. Seasonally Open from Saturday  until September 2026. We are Proud to say that we are home to the B.C Butter tart Festival once a year in September. Read more...
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Vistas: From Takao Tanabe’s Travels | Audain Art Gallery

Audain Art Museum
Whistler
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May 16, 2026
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September 21, 2026
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Takao Tanabe’s fascination with landscapes comes vividly to life through his travels across British Columbia, North America, the Arctic, and Europe. With his camera always at hand, he journeyed widely to explore the wonders of places that sparked his curiosity and creative drive. Tanabe captured their geographical features and unique atmosphere, translating them into paintings in his studio that balance Read more...
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Giants at Work: Big Jobs, Bigger Machines | Britannia Mine Museum

Britannia Mine Museum
Britannia Beach
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May 16, 2026
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September 7, 2026
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May 16 – September 7, 2026 | Temporary Summer Exhibit Step into the world of giant machines at Britannia Mine Museum in Britannia Beach, BC. This 2026 summer exhibit explores the powerful equipment that makes modern mining possible, from towering mining trucks to massive loaders and drills designed to handle enormous tasks safely and efficiently. At Giants at Work: Big Jobs, Bigger Machines, visitors will explore the Read more...
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I Use My Haida Eyes | MOA

MOA | Museum of Anthropology
University Endowment Lands
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May 19, 2026
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October 12, 2026
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I Use My Haida Eyes: The History Robes of Jut-ke-Nay–Hazel Wilson explores a singular body of work by the late Jut-ke-Nay–Hazel Wilson (1941–2016), a Haida artist who dedicated her life to Haida cultural work. Between 2005 and 2006, Wilson created a powerful, untitled series of 51 “history robes,” which recount specific episodes of Haida history in stunning detail—from a Haida perspective. Wilson’s Read more...
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Min Joyce Abraham: Spirit of Spring | Place Des Arts

Place des Arts
Coquitlam
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May 29, 2026
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August 12, 2026
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Spirit of Spring takes the audience on a journey through a garden of blooming flowers along with big and small creatures who might call the garden home. The viewer might imagine the fragrances given off by this floral display… After all, who doesn’t enjoy a leisurely spring stroll through a flower garden in full bloom? From my first brushstroke to the Read more...
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Jim Lambie: Zobop (Colour-Chrome)

Vancouver Art Gallery
Vancouver
Date:
June 1, 2026
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October 12, 2026
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Jim Lambie transforms everyday architectural spaces into immersive, energetic experiences through his vibrant vinyl tape installations. These site-specific works are an extension of his acclaimed Zobop series, which uses brightly coloured strips of industrial vinyl tape to contour the architectural space, wrapping its form in optical rhythm and vivid saturation. Lambie is a Glasgow–based artist, DJ and musician. His practice Read more...
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