Hilltop Inn, Salmon Arm

Hilltop Inn, Salmon Arm

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Hotels, Resort, Resorts

The Hilltop Inn is situated in an ideal location that overlooks the city of Salmon Arm, in the Shuswap region of British Columbia, Canada. The hotel is truly one of a kind and offers guests an affordable stay with tropical resort-style amenities. The main attraction of this gorgeous hotel is the large seasonal outdoor pool. Surrounding the pool area are immaculate gardens and landscaping featuring trickling ponds and waterfalls. On the inside, the hotel boasts 71 rooms and suites that focus on overall guest comfort.

Salmon Arm Wharf

Salmon Arm Wharf

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Attractions, Lakes, Lookout, Viewpoint

The Salmon Arm Wharf is one of the Shuswap region’s most popular attractions. This large 440-foot pier is situated on beautiful Shuswap Lake and actually holds, not only the title of ‘Largest Wooden Wharf in British Columbia and Canada’ but holds the title of ‘Largest Wooden Wharf in North America’. The Salmon Arm Wharf was constructed in 1907, now over 100 years ago in order to deal with the large mudflats and swampy areas that exist at the head of Shuswap Lake.

Raven Trail, Salmon Arm

Raven Trail, Salmon Arm

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Attractions, Lakes, Lookout, Parks, Wildlife

The Raven Trail is located in Salmon Arm, British Columbia, and features a flat 3 km trail with a wooden boardwalk and viewing platforms for bird watching. The area is one of the best bird-watching spots in the Shuswap region and is up there as one of the best in all of BC. The trail leads walkers through a migratory estuary and boasts a nice side trail that heads over a seasonal land bridge out to Christmas Island

El Rey Archaeological Zone, Cancun

El Rey Archaeological Zone, Cancun

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Historical, Hiking

The ancient El Rey Archaeological Zone is a Mayan ruin site that is situated in Cancun’s popular Hotel Zone. It is easily accessible and is part of an important historical Mayan trade route of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. The Spanish words ‘El Rey’ directly translate in English as ‘The King’ which was aptly named after a stone sculpture that can be found at the site

Margaret Falls, Salmon Arm

Margaret Falls, Salmon Arm

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Attractions, Hiking, Parks, Waterfall

Margaret Falls is an easily accessible waterfall that is situated in the small lakefront community known as Sunnybrae, British Columbia. The falls are considered to be part of the popular Herald Provincial Park, which lies on the shores of beautiful Shuswap Lake. To access the falls requires a short 20 minute (1.5 km) hike that is really more of a walk. it is very family-friendly as it can be enjoyed by almost anybody and is one of the few places where you could actually bring a wheelchair.

Guide to Travel Sicamous

Guide to Travel Sicamous

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Beach, Beaches, Attractions, Hiking, Hotels, Lakes, Lookout, Parks, Resort, Resorts, Restaurant , Vacation Rentals, Waterfall

Are you thinking of making your escape from the hustle and bustle of the busier parts of British Columbia? Consider visiting the paradise known as Sicamous and the Shuswap region. Located in the interior of the province, Sicamous is a place to unplug, a place where all you can hear is the wilderness whispering sweet nothings in your ear. Where the crystal clear lake waters lap you up in their lukewarm summer embrace. Sicamous can give you all that and more with a plethora of fun activities

Guide to Travel Osoyoos

Guide to Travel Osoyoos

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Beach, Beaches, Desert, Attractions, Hiking, Historical, Hotels, Lakes, Parks, Resort, Resorts, Restaurant , Vacation Rentals

Osoyoos is a small beach town situated on the USA/Canada border. It is well-known for being the hottest spot in the country and is a popular vacation destination. It is an isthmus town which means it is located on a narrow strip of land separating two bodies of water, those being the north and south half of beautiful Osoyoos Lake. The village is part of the arid South Okanagan region in British Columbia, which is an area known for its abundance of lakes, sunshine, and warm weather.

Guide to Travel Peachland

Guide to Travel Peachland

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Beach, Beaches, Attractions, Hotels, Lakes, Parks, Resort, Resorts, Restaurant , Vacation Rentals

Situated on 11 Kilometers of breathtaking Okanagan Lake shoreline is the idyllic town of Peachland, British Columbia. The village is located in the Okanagan Valley between the cities of Kelowna and Pentiction, making it the perfect jump-off point for your summer vacation. Peachland not only brings in tourism with its near-perfect beaches but also boasts easy access to world-class wineries and vineyards, as well as incredibly scenic hiking trails.

Cosens Creek Falls, Vernon

Cosens Creek Falls, Vernon

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Attractions, Hiking, Lakes, Lookout, Parks, Waterfall

Cosens Creek Falls is a gorgeous little waterfall that is situated within Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park on the outskirts of the city of Vernon, British Columbia. It isn’t a very well-known attraction and up until recently, not many people were even aware of its existence. it is a seasonal waterfall, so your experience at the falls will depend on what time of year you choose to visit. We visited at the end of winter in March and it was beautiful, but nothing too spectacular.

Pinagbuyutan Island

Pinagbuyutan Island

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Attractions, Beach, Beaches, Islands, Ocean

Pinagbuyutan Island is a favorite among tourists visiting El Nido, Philippines, and is one of the most beautiful spots in the Palawan archipelago. This breathtaking attraction is only accessible by taking one of the local island-hopping boat tours. It has incredible geologic features boasting dramatic towering cliffs that shoot straight up from the sea and are topped off with lush jungle vegetation. The island is home to several stretches of stunning white sand beach and a small cottage that is home to the caretakers of the island.

Canyon Falls Park (Crawford Falls) Kelowna, British Columbia

Canyon Falls Park (Crawford Falls) Kelowna, British Columbia

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Attractions, Hiking, Lookout, Parks, Viewpoint, Waterfall

The gorgeous gem known as Crawford Falls is located in Canyon Falls Park and is situated in the hills of the Lower Mission area of Kelowna, British Columbia. Getting down to the falls requires a short 2 km hike that takes approximately 20 minutes and has a moderate to difficult grade. You will need to hike down into the canyon and walk along the edge of Bellevue Creek which will lead you to the falls. There are two sets of falls, the upper (40 feet) and lower (20 feet). You will reach the lower falls first and then if you decide to and the conditions are right you can climb up the side of the falls and continue on for another 10 minutes to the upper falls.

Guide to Travel Capitola

Guide to Travel Capitola

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Beach, Beaches, Hotels, Ocean, Resorts, Resort, Restaurant

If quaint and charming checks your list then Santa Cruz’s small neighboring beach town Capitola might just be perfect for your next vacation. Capitola is what California beach cities used to be and provides its residents and visitors with a quiet laid-back lifestyle that is hard to find on the California Coast these days. It is slightly quirky with its colorful Venetian-style beachfront condos and tends to conjure up a warm welcoming feel as you meander through its car-less back streets.

Bigaho Falls, Palawan

Bigaho Falls, Palawan

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Attractions, Beach, Hiking, Islands, Waterfall

Situated in a remote area on the island of Palawan, Philippines lies the gorgeous little waterfall known as Bigaho Falls. The falls can be easily accessed by taking one of the local boat tours from either San Vicente or Port Barton. Your tour will typically land on the stunning Mahilamonen Beach where you will find the Caparii Beach Resort, which is an excellent vacation getaway boasting total seclusion and privacy. There is also plenty of other budget-friendly and luxury accommodations near the falls.

Tamaraw Beach Resort, Puerto Galera

Tamaraw Beach Resort, Puerto Galera

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Beach, Beaches, Hotels, Islands, Ocean, Resort, Resorts

Located on the gorgeous tropical island of Mindoro, Philippines, and situated on the brilliant white shores of Aninuan Beach sits the Tamaraw Beach Resort. This resort features an idyllic beachfront location that is quiet and secluded and away from the hustle of nearby Puerto Galera. With that being said the resort is only a short walk to Puerto Galera and the popular White Beach where most of the action takes place. Tamaraw Falls is another interesting attraction that is close to the resort and well worth a visit.

Gellatly Nut Farm Regional Park

Gellatly Nut Farm Regional Park

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Beach, Beaches, Attractions, Historical, Lakes, Parks

Gellatly Nut Farm Regional Park is a 4-hectare piece of land that is open for public use. It is perfectly situated on the shores of beautiful Okanagan Lake in the city of West Kelowna. The park is currently an active farm that grows a variety of nuts including hazelnuts, buartnuts, walnuts, and chestnuts. The park is family-friendly and features a playground, washrooms, access to walking trails, a small beach, and old cabins from the Gellatly family. Visitors to the park are able to wander through the nut orchards as they please.

Guide to Travel Santa Cruz, California

Guide to Travel Santa Cruz, California

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Attractions, Beach, Beaches, Hotels, Ocean, Parks, Resort, Resorts, Restaurant , Travel, Vacation Rentals

Santa Cruz is a small coastal city of around 55,000 people that is located in Central California. The city is perhaps best known for its laid-back bohemian atmosphere and like many cities along California’s coast, Santa Cruz has deep roots in the surf culture. Not only is the city known for its cool surf vibes, but also for the incredible beaches, splendid weather, and breathtaking scenery that surrounds it. The abundance of beauty and ideal temperatures in Santa Cruz draws in a ton of tourists, especially in the summer months when the weather is near-perfect.

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