Whether you are planning a couple’s retreat, a road trip, or a longer coastal stay, thinking ahead now can help you shape the kind of trip you actually want. Start planning your fall Vancouver Island getaway today.
Why cross a border to find a reset? As we move through 2026, more Canadians are realizing that the “southern escape” often comes with a side of exchange-rate stress, border-crossing friction, and the general noise of international travel.
For a weekend that feels unhurried (but still full of options), this is the kind of place where you can settle in, breathe out, and choose your pace: do everything, or do nothing!
For a weekend that feels unhurried (but still full of options), this is the kind of place where you can settle in, breathe out, and choose your pace: do everything, or do nothing!
Family Day is more than just an extra day off; it’s the perfect, low-pressure invitation to break the routine, reconnect, and soak up the invigorating fresh air of the coast.
Start the year with a cozy winter getaway at Pacific Playgrounds Oceanside Resort. Enjoy mild Island days, warm cottages, RV comfort, beach walks, birding, and storm-watching.
The holiday season on Vancouver Island arrives with a kind of quiet magic—soft coastal light, mist drifting through evergreens, and the steady rhythm of the ocean setting the pace for slower, more meaningful days.
Whether you’re coming from the Lower Mainland, exploring from Victoria or Nanaimo, or flying in from farther away, a Ski & Stay escape on Vancouver Island blends value, convenience, and unforgettable scenery.
This is our blueprint for the ultimate cozy, off-season getaway. A chance to unwind, recharge, and enjoy Vancouver Island’s gentle winter rhythm from the comfort of your long-term cottage stay.
Scott and Laura (and their two dogs) came to stay with us from Canmore, Alberta. Since they live surrounded by mountains and adventure already, they came to the Island not to do more, but to do less…