Winter travel in British Columbia and Alberta can be spectacular. Snow-covered mountain routes, ski towns, winter festivals, and quiet scenic highways are a major reason international visitors come to Western Canada. Winter also makes poor planning much less forgiving. [...]
A Victoria trip looks simple on paper: drive to Tsawwassen, board the ferry, land at Swartz Bay, and continue south into the city. In practice, though, the day goes a lot more smoothly when you understand how the driving [...]
The drive from Vancouver to Whistler along Highway 99 is one of the most famous road trips in Canada for a reason. In roughly two hours, the city skyline gives way to ocean views, waterfalls, granite cliffs, mountain lookouts, and [...]
If you are landing at Vancouver International Airport and planning to drive into the city, the good news is that the trip is relatively easy. The better news is that with a bit of strategy, you can make it smoother, [...]
UNDERSTANDING WINTER TIRES AND ROAD SAFETY REQUIREMENTS IN BRITISH COLUMBIA Winter tires have a three-peaked mountain logo or snowflake symbol on them indicating that they are specifically designed for winter driving. Depending on your type of vehicle and where you drive, [...]
Sea-to-Sky Gondola Road Trip The Sea to Sky Gondola offers spectacular views of Howe Sound and the surrounding coastal mountains. A 10-minute gondola ride takes you to 855 metres above Howe Sound, where you will find walking trails, cantilevered [...]
Please check out this Video showing you how beautiful Vancouver, BC really is. It’s quite stunning and you will not be disappointed when you visit this beautiful city. As well when in Vancouver don’t forget to check our Pacific Car Rentals [...]
The Whistler/Blackcomb Mountain Resort and Village is located only a couple hours drive from the main city center of Vancouver. It is a world-class family vacation destination year round but especially in the winter season as the snow falls on [...]
