Downtown Langley Mural Walk

Nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains are the rolling fields of the Fraser Valley. From Abbotsford to Hope, this bountiful region is fast growing and quickly becoming the hub of young entrepreneurial enterprise. Chic neighbourhoods with breweries, trendy coffee shops, and boutique fare are creating a new economy in the valley centered on slow goods, artisan's product and a return to the agricultural roots of the region. A place where farm to table is the norm, where nature and entertainment are synonymous and escape is just around the corner. Abbotsford is the epitome of urban convenience meets rural charm with a downtown neighborhood that has found its character and charm in the young business owners that have taken up residence there drawing the Luddite and Influencer alike. A thriving arts community, a plethora of agri-tourism destinations and the surrounding natural beauty put Abbotsford on the map as a place to visit all year round. Experience the true revitalizing qualities of natural hot springs at the Harrison Hot Springs resort. Well rested you can tour the surrounding community of Harrison, which is home to unique, local arts and cultural experiences as well as the annually occurring Harrison Festival of the Arts.

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Vancouver Island

Atrue Pacific LEGEND Northwest Ferry Route experience is not complete without a visit to Vancouver Island. Lush Brentwood Bay forests, rugged shorelines, secret coves and beaches create the perfect environment for laid back island life. Separated from the mainland by the Georgia Straight, Vancouver Island has many unique experiences to discover in addition to its astounding natural beauty. Since you can drive from tip to tip of the island in just 7 hours, a road trip over a few days can include all of the incredible, recommended destinations on our list. A gallery tour is a must on the island, beginning with Victoria’s Gallery Walk itinerary and following Highway 19 North, there are incredible community galleries and artists of all disciplines all along the beautiful drive from Victoria to Port Hardy. Experience Indigenous culture throughout the island’s communities in museums, heritage sites and art galleries. If you are in Duncan head West through the beautiful and serene Cowichan Valley to tour wineries, organic farms and local artisans. Through the Cowichan continue West to the Southern Island coastal community of Sooke. Make sure to catch the renowned Sooke Fine Arts Show, South Shore Gallery and visit the Free Spirit Gallery on Gabriola Island. 54