The Gulf Islands
For more information on the Gulf Islands, please click the links below.
 Heavenly
beaches, lush evergreen forests, rolling countryside of orchards and sheep
farms, abundant flora and fauna, awe-inspiring views, and balmy climate:
these are just a few of the reasons people from around the world have
come to love the idyllic Gulf Islands. Add to the mix the peaceful and
relaxed lifestyle, the range of outdoor activities, a vibrant arts and
culture scene and warm hospitality, and you've got a magical combination
that makes a Gulf Islands vacation so memorable.
Altogether, there are about 225 Gulf Islands, most of which are small,
uninhabited and accessible only by private boat. Salt Spring, Pender,
Mayne, Galiano, Saturna and Gabriola — are among the group's largest
and
easy to get to by ferry or floatplane, and offer everything you need for
a
perfect vacation.
Whether you are looking for a quiet campsite in the forest or overlooking
the ocean, a place to moor your boat, a cosy bed and breakfast in the
countryside, a full-service inn, or a luxurious resort, you'll find it
here.
You'll also find a wonderful array of dining options, from casual cafe
to
fine dining, sushi picnics to West Coast seafood in an oceanview dining
room.
If you have energy to burn, check out the list of Gulf Islands-style
activities, from kayaking along a sunny shoreline and hiking through a
pristine forest to a mountain peak, to a round of golf on a scenic course
or
a refreshing swim after a day of cycling. Fishing, tennis, bird-watching,
diving, disc golf . . . the options are plentiful.
If you're looking for ways to restore your energy, visit the health and
wellness experts at a Gulf Islands spa. You'll also find shops, galleries
and markets to explore, community events to participate in, and an arts
scene that is lively year-round. Then again, maybe you just want to relax
on
the beach with a good book.
Whatever you choose to do on the Gulf Islands, we're sure you'll enjoy
the
scenery, the character and the magic.
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