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How to make the most of a trip to Duncan & Lake Cowichan
Learn moreThe Cowichan Valley features an array of activities and entertainment, whether your trip involves lake dips, hikes, winery visits, or tasting local delights. Duncan serves as a central hub from which to explore the region, as both a geographical centre and a bustling location with shops, restaurants, and accommodations. You can reach most areas of…
How to spend 2-3 days in Ladysmith, Chemainus, & Crofton
Learn moreCoastal towns have a built-in charm, and that’s especially evident along the Cowichan coast. From north to south you’ll come across Ladysmith, Chemainus, and Crofton, a trio of towns following the Trans-Canada highway. Mining, forestry, and paper mill industries have been economic drivers in the region, though it would be a disservice to reduce its…
How to Spend Three Days in Cowichan
Learn more“Nestled 45-minutes north of Victoria, the Cowichan Valley is a beautiful region that spans across the whole of the island from Port Renfew on the west and Nanaimo to the […]
McCool Travel
Learn moreCharles McCool of McCool Travel wanted to send Canada some love on our birthday, so he posted this article on Canada Day. This is his first post of a series and […]
Near Victoria, Villa Eyrie rises above
Learn more“I didn’t know this place existed was a phrase I repeated to myself while I stayed at Villa Eyrie in June. It is an Italian-style villa set atop the Malahat Summit, about 30 […]
Rustic to Luxe: Camping and Glamping in Cowichan
Learn moreThere’s no question that over the past year our love and appreciation for nature has grown. Many of us chose outdoor experiences in an effort to stay safe and distanced, […]
Savour the Best of the Cowichan Valley
Learn more“With its old growth forests and shimmering river, the area boasts a Mediterranean-like microclimate (with more sunny days each year than anywhere else in Canada), hence why a plethora of […]
Take the Visitor Experience Survey for a chance to win a weekend trip to Cowichan
Learn moreTourism Cowichan acknowledges that for thousands of years the Quw’utsun, Malahat, Ts’uubaa-asatx, Halalt, Penelakut, Stz’uminus, Lyackson, Pauquachin, Ditidaht & Pacheedaht Peoples have walked gently on the unceded territories where we […]
The Complete Cowichan Guide
Learn more“In Cowichan alone, there are 800+ farms, 14 wineries, 2 craft distilleries, 2 cideries and 3 craft breweries. So you could literally eat and drink your way around for a […]
Three Trail Networks, One Weekend
Learn moreAs I exited my camper van at the Mount Tzouhalem parking lot, I was greeted by the cool fall air and a canopy of yellow and orange leaves. Fall is one of the best times to mountain bike on Vancouver Island. The air is a mild temperature for pedalling, and fall rain ensures the trails…
Tie the Knot in Cowichan
Learn moreThe Cowichan region is as unique as you are, which is why it is the perfect location for just about anyone’s wedding. Whether you’re looking to tie the knot in an intimate seaside venue, a rustic orchard, or a historic farm, Cowichan has a venue that perfectly suits you and your partner when you say ‘I do.’
Travel: Romantic rendezvous awaits on South Island
Learn more“The Cowichan Valley is a real hidden gem, in close proximity to Victoria, but just far enough to give you the sense that you’ve escaped the city without having to […]