Archive for September, 2009

Victoria’s Heritage Spells Romance

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009 by Cheryl MacKinnon

Modern Victoria’s downtown core is alive with an eclectic mix of shopping, dining and entertainment outlets with a rich backdrop of heritage buildings. Ranked as one of North America’s top twenty downtown destinations by Conde Nast Traveller.

Romancing Fall at Parksville/Qualicum Beach

Monday, September 28th, 2009 by Cheryl MacKinnon

Truly, is there anything better for time-starved couples than a few days away? Perhaps warm laughter, soothing spa therapies and great food and wine? The Resort’s Grotto Spa team delivers this and more.

Autumn Brings Romantic Getaways

Friday, September 25th, 2009 by Cheryl MacKinnon

One of the most easily accessible romantic getaways in the lower mainland is at Rowena’s Inn on the River in Harrison Mills.

Video look at Tigh-Na-Mara in Parksville

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009 by getawaybc.com

A fun video tour of the Grotto Spa and Tigh-Na-Mara. Click here for the full story on Tigh-Na-Mara.

September is Fall Fair Time

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009 by GetawayBC.com

The 112th Salmon Arm Fair will be held September 11, 12, 13, 2009 on the Salmon Arm Fairgrounds, located in central Salmon Arm.

This popular, friendly, small-town fair is attended by thousands of peo

It’s not all about summer

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009 by GetawayBC.com

Snowmobiling – There are many good reasons to come back in the winter.

Haney Heritage Village & Museum

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009 by GetawayBC.com

September 13: Adults are invited to the Harvest Celebration from 3 to 6 p.m. Local restaurants bring out the food and locally brewed beer and wine are on the menu.

Old photos at Enderby Museum

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009 by GetawayBC.com

The Enderby & District Museum is child friendly as there is a lot to see, touch, and do.

Winter Destination 2009 – The puck drops here

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009 by GetawayBC.com

Hockey fans can find a “good ol’ hockey

game” in just about every corner of the South Cariboo.

Hockey games and tournaments can be found most weekends and almost every day of the week at the South

Winter Destination 2009 – Strap on skates and hit the ice

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009 by GetawayBC.com

The South Cariboo Recreation Centre offers lots of excitement for young and old alike.

The modern facility, opened in 2003 and located just behind the South Cariboo Visitor Centre in 100 Mile House,