The West Coast of British Columbia is a place of shimmering beauty, enchanting history, abundant recreation and exceptional culture. Every day, Harbour Air moves across its magnificent expanse, bringing passengers to new heights and superb destinations. And in every issue, Coastlines magazine celebrates the wonder that is life on the Coast. Marking its first year of publication, Coastlines is proud to be the voice of the West Coast skies.
Best Western Richmond Hotel & Convention Centre
Richmond
Full-service 389-room hotel featuring 24-hour, complimentary airport shuttle service. Plus, restaurants, sports bar and complimentary guest room high-speed Internet. 604.273.7878 www.richmond-hotel.ca
Campion Marine Inc.
Kelowna Campion Marine manufactures fibreglass boats that feature innovative designs and earn worldwide recognition and rave reviews.
250.765.7795 www.campionboats.com
Coastal Trek Health & Fitness Resort
Comox Strathcona Regional District We offer an inclusive 7-day Hiking & Fitness Program. If you need a place to get outdoors, gain health, and lose weight, then contact us for your next active vacation. 250.897.8735 www.coastaltrekresort.com
Golf Central
Victoria All the courses now have one phone number. Tee Times to Complete Holiday Packages on Vancouver Island and around B.C.
Toll Free: 1.866.380.GOLF (4653) www.golfcentraltours.com
Jean Dunn, Owner/Sales Executive Royal LePage By the Sea
Greater Victoria Jean Dunn, a consistent member of the Royal LePage National Chairman’s Club, representing the top 1% in Canada of 13,000.
Toll Free: 1.800.326.8856 www.jeandunn.ca
Galloway Botteselle & Company
Vancouver Established in 1947, we are a member of Porter Hétu International, ranked amongst the top 15 firms in Canada. Our clients depend on us for sound advice.
604.736.6581 www.porterhetu.com
On our journey thus far, we have shared the stories of unique people, places and events, highlighting the remarkable history and allure of coastal communities from Vancouver to the Gulf Islands to the Queen Charlotte Islands, and all the wonderful spots in between. As your companion for this flight and beyond, Harbour Air and Coastlines are committed to bringing you the best that the West Coast has to offer.
Left: Long Beach, Vancouver Island (Tourism B.C.)
Right: Kayakers, Queen Charlotte Strait
(Tourism B.C./Tom Ryan)In the last year alone, through the pages of Coastlines, we have touched down in more than 20 cities and towns, and introduced passengers to an incredible array of distinctive coastal businesses. From hotels and resorts to spas and bed-and-breakfasts, we have taken you inside some stellar spots to stay, relax and rejuvenate. Our flight path has included great places to fish and kayak, swim and snorkel, eat and drink, hike and bike, walk and shop.
We have walked you through the history of Vancouver’s Main Street, Victoria’s Chinatown and B.C.’s credit unions; revealed why people brave the chill of English Bay on New Year’s Day for the annual Polar Bear Swim and where you can find some of the best haunted spots across the Coast. Our window seat has acquainted you with some of the sparkling personalities that give the West Coast its verve, from artists, writers and musicians to radio personalities, sports figures and entrepreneurs. Everywhere you look there are new discoveries and small treasures.
Miraloma on the Cove
Sidney by the Sea Miraloma on the Cove is a new, resort-style, waterfront hotel nestled on a beautiful property with private gardens in Sidney, B.C.
Toll Free: 1.877.956.6622 or 250.656.6622 www.miraloma.ca
Prestige Hotels & Resorts
Located in the Okanagan & Kootenay Rockies 4.5-star, privately owned chain of first-class, full-service hotels and resorts located in the most beautiful regions of British Columbia.
Toll Free: 1.87.PRESTIGE www.PrestigeHotelsAndResorts.com
Spinnakers Gastro Brewpub & GuestHouses
Victoria Spinnakers is a pioneer of the North American craft-brewing renaissance and is Canada’s oldest brewpub. Spinnakers waterfront location also has handsome GuestHouses. 250.386.2739 www.spinnakers.com
Tigh-Na-Mara, Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre
Parksville Allow us to pamper you with an exceptional spa, miles of sandy beach, and tasteful West Coast cuisine.
Toll Free: 1.800.663.7373 www.tigh-na-mara.com
Langara Fishing Adventures
Queen Charlotte Islands World-class sport fishing and wildlife adventures in British Columbia’s remote and scenic Queen Charlotte Islands. All-inclusive packages from Vancouver.
604.232.5532 www.langara.com
Executive House Hotel
Victoria 181 spacious guest rooms and suites overlooking Victoria’s grandest scenery, with accommodations to meet the special needs of the corporate, inliidual or group traveller. Toll Free: 1.800.663.7001 or 250.388.5111 www.executivehouse.com
The Bedford Regency Hotel
Victoria The Bedford Regency Hotel, a 3.5-Star Canada Select Hotel, is located in the heart of downtown Victoria across from the Bay Centre.
250.384.6835 or Toll Free: 1.800.665.6500 www.bedfordregency.com
Ingledew’s Shoes
Locations throughout the lower mainland plus Victoria and Kelowna The place to buy shoes. Men’s and women’s casual dress and walking shoes in sizes and widths to fit almost anyone.
604.687.8664 www.ingledews.com
Alpha Select
Victoria We offer legal, quality vacation rentals. All of our accommodations meet bylaw standards and we inspect amenities and cleanliness.
250.413.3203 www.alphaselect.ca
Relax the Back
Victoria We are the only place in town with all of your back solutions. Our products take the pressure off 24 hours a day.
250.592.1974 www.relaxtheback.com
Pender Harbour Landing Development
Garden Bay (Sunshine Coast) 39 Freehold Lots. Fully serviced, waterfront and view estates. Marketed by Teresa Sladey & Bill Hunsche, Prudential Sussex Realty. 604.740.7535 / 604.740.1411 Toll Free: 1.800.416.6646 www.penderharbourlanding.com
JC Scott Design Associates & Arte de Loreto Inc.
Victoria West Coast-style interior architecture, design & planning services for discerning residential and commercial clients from Victoria to Loreto Baja.
250.385.9545 www.jcscott.com
Sooke Harbour House
45 minutes from Victoria, Vancouver Island A romantic coastal country inn, 28 luxurious guest rooms, fine dining restaurant, award-winning wine cellar, gardens, gift shop, gallery and spa.
250.642.3421 www.sookeharbourhouse.com
Insight Group Development Corporation
Nanaimo Developers of these fine communities: “Longwood”, “Hawthorne”, “Origin at Longwood”, and upcoming, an exciting new waterfront project in downtown Nanaimo. 250.756.0119 www.InsightCommunities.ca
Yacht SalesWest
Vancouver International yacht brokerage specializing in the sale of new and previously owned sailboats. Representing Bavaria, C&C, Contest and Tartan Yachts.
604.488.1202 www.yachtsaleswest.com
Queen Victoria Hotel and Suites
Victoria Located steps from the Inner Harbour, Beacon Hill Park, downtown shopping and dining. Our property embodies comfort and elegance with personalized service.
Toll Free: 1.800.663.7007 www.qvhotel.com
BC Oceanfront
Vancouver Island and Coastal Mainland Your BC Oceanfront and BC Coastal Experts. Specializing in unique oceanfront and inland residential, recreational & commercial properties.
Toll Free: 1.800.563.7322 or 250.287.0011 www.bcoceanfront.com
Budget Car & Truck Rentals
Langley, Nanaimo, Vancouver & Victoria Proud Transportation Partner of Harbour Air offering special rates for all customers travelling with Harbour Air. Free shuttle or pickup service from all terminals.
Toll Free: 1.888.368.7368 www.bcbudget.com
Everyone appreciates suggestions for living well. What makes a great cup of tea, the healing power of laughter, and how to increase the energy flow in your home are just a few of the tips we have passed on to assist you on your trip though daily life.
Top: Inner Harbour, Victoria
(Tourism B.C.) Bottom: Main Street near
Broadway, Vancouver (Belinda Bruce)The West Coast has so many interesting towns and coastal havens. Some of the places visited throughout our magazine include: Steveston and Harrison Hot Springs on the Mainland; Snug Cove on Bowen Island; Courtenay, Nanaimo, Ladysmith and Campbell River on Vancouver Island; Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast, and Ganges on Saltspring Island. There is so much more to explore.
Whatever your pleasure or interest—be it local sports teams, or where to bring your family on vacation or the best spots to soak up culture and cuisine—look no further. As we soar into another year of great stories, people and locales, Harbour Air and Coastlines magazine hope to be your number one choice for travel, leisure and recreation on the West Coast.
See you soon!
