LOCAL ESCAPES: Finding the coastal cool and calm on Vancouver Island [Video]

If you’re searching for a cool, coastal, and close getaway, look no further than Vancouver Island.

It is home to British Columbia’s capital and full of rich history, lush rainforests, and majestic moments that await. The island stretches 460 kilometres in length and travellers can hike, bike, and stroll through vibrant communities and eco-systems. One of the most iconic Canadian views can be found at the Malahat SkyWalk. Explore the 600 metre-long elevated walkway as the smells of the Arbutus and Douglas Fir forest fill the air. It all leads to the 10-storey tower lookout with a 360-degree view of the forest and mountains.

“Malahat SkyWalk is the ideal pitstop when visitors are exploring Vancouver Island. We’re just a half-hour from both Victoria to the south, and the Cowichan Valley to the north, so it’s the perfect spot to stretch your legs, get some fresh air and connect with nature,” …