Vancouver Island - Plan it Family Travel Adventures

San Josef Bay: The Most Beautiful Backcountry Camping Spot on Northern Vancouver Island

Discover why our family returns summer after summer to camp at San Josef Bay — a stunning, secluded beach on Vancouver Island.

Compare 6 backpacking dinners for taste, cost, protein, and convenience—lightweight meals perfect for hiking, camping, and emergency kits.

A fun West Coast-inspired “Would You Rather” travel quiz featuring nature, beaches, forest adventures, and family-friendly outdoor experiences.

Discover the best beaches on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands—from surf and sand to tide pools, fossils, and views.

Discover the best ice cream and gelato stops across Vancouver Island, from Victoria to Ucluelet—perfect for your next family road trip.

Experience hiking the West Coast Trail and paddling the Nitinat Circuit—real gear reviews, meal plans, and trail-tested tips.

Plan your West Coast Trail hike with our guide covering permits, transportation, gear list, weather tips, and physical preparation.

A weekend with friends on Vancouver Island to relax, recharge, and reconnect without distractions. Start your a new travel tradition.

Enjoy the beaches, hikes, sunsets and west coast dining as we share our favourite things to do in Tofino and Ucluelet.

Discover the best eats in Tofino & Ucluelet, BC—coffee, tacos, kombucha, takeaways, and unforgettable coastal dining favourites.