City Trippers

City Trippers are independent, sociable, and trend-savvy travellers who live for the moment and love sharing unforgettable experiences with friends and loved ones. You seek destinations full of energy and variety that make it easy to dive in and enjoy.

Who You Are

You're a fun-first traveller who travels to indulge, unwind, and create stories worth telling. You value exploring new neighbourhoods with friends, discovering a hidden patio bar, or stumbling upon your new favourite shop along the way. Your trips are defined by spontaneity and good vibes. You love a destination that is welcoming and easy to navigate, with a great atmosphere and plenty of ways to make the most of every hour.

Your Travel Style

You travel to let loose and leave everyday life behind. You gravitate toward destinations that feel friendly and free-spirited, with a mix of social scenes, local flavour, and exciting new things to discover. Safety and ease of travel matter to you, and you appreciate places where the fun finds you, from waterfront restaurants and local markets to outdoor patios and after-dark adventures. You share your experiences in real time, and the best trips are the ones that give you tons of moments worth sharing.

Coombs Old Country Market
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Why You’ll Love Parksville Qualicum Beach

Parksville Qualicum Beach is a destination that knows how to have a good time. A thriving craft beverage scene, gorgeous waterfront dining, local festivals, and stunning natural settings make it easy to fill your days and evenings with energy and excitement. The communities are friendly and welcoming, the atmosphere is relaxed and carefree, and there's always something happening, whether it's a market, a live music night, or a spontaneous sunset beach walk with the crew. It’s not hard to treat yourself in Parksville Qualicum Beach.

Experiences You'll Enjoy

From hopping between local craft breweries and trendy restaurants to catching live music and exploring the region's arts scene, Parksville Qualicum Beach delivers the variety and social energy City Trippers crave. Pay a visit to the Coombs Old Country Market (yes, there are actual goats on the roof) and pick up artisan goods, local foods, and plenty of stories to bring home.

Come summer, the Summer by the Sea Street Market is the kind of fun, social experience that looks great on a feed and feels even better in person. Discover independently owned shops, kayak with friends in the morning, and share a local pint at sunset. Here you'll find ways to indulge, explore, and make memories you'll be talking about long after you've headed home.

Aerial view of Summer by the Sea Market in Parksville Downtown
Credit: @parksvillecity