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Daytrips to Comox Valley, Port Alberni, & Nanaimo Attractions

Parksville Qualicum Beach's central location makes it the perfect base for exploring Comox Valley, Port Alberni, and Nanaimo...

Walkable Qualicum Beach

Qualicum Beach is a small, walkable town on the east coast of Vancouver Island.

3 Ways to Get Creative in Parksville Qualicum Beach

Parksville Qualicum Beach is home to world-class artists and when you're here, you have lots of opportunities to unleash...

Take Your Child Fishing in Parksville Qualicum Beach

There's never a shortage of things to do in Parksville Qualicum Beach.

Herring Spawn in Parksville Qualicum Beach

The herring spawn (aka herring run) in March is one of our area's most exciting - and unfortunately, short-lived -...

3 Places You Should Stop on Your Way to Tofino

Heading out to Tofino? You'll be missing out if you don't stop at these 3 awesome spots on your way! No detours - all 3 are...

Coombs to Parksville Rail Trail

The 7 km Rail Trail follows along the south side of the E&N tracks between Coombs and Parksville.

10 Ways for Families to Get Moving

Yes, relaxation is a pretty big deal when it comes to Parksville Qualicum Beach family vacations.

Natural Wonders of Oceanside

"Oceanside" is a local term for the vast area between Nanoose Bay in the south to Deep Bay in the north. It also includes...

The Magnificent Rosewall Creek Falls

I've been on a bit of a waterfall hunt lately, which is thankfully easy to do on Vancouver Island.

Amazing Places - Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region

The Amazing Places Project connects people with nature in Canada's UNESCO biosphere reserves and educates residents and...

19 Suggestions for your Girls Getaway

Planning a girls getaway to Parksville Qualicum Beach? Here are 19 places to visit for your best trip ever.