[Grim]

Ni hao my fellow RSers...
I need some ideas for a weekend getaway for next weekend, dec21-23.
Haven't had a "real" break for a very long time, and my chick is bugging me about it... I don't leave the area much so I need your help!
As for what I'm looking for is a nice drive/place to just relax...
and whatever makes the chick happy...

No trolls please,
Thanks!
(drivable distance) :fullofwin:

[nabs]

Whistler is good. the drive is amazing. Start calling around now though, because they may be booked up.

[Presto]

Head down to the Oregon coast. Enjoy the drive, and get in some tax-free shopping!

EDIT: Scratch out shopping. That would be just fucking insanity.

[punkwax]

Sunshine Coast, Harrison Hot Springs, Big White, Sunpeaks, Silverstar...

[Grim]

Sunshine Coast, Harrison Hot Springs, Big White, Sunpeaks, Silverstar...

could u briefly describe what I can do there?
my co worker said theres not much at the hotspring around this time :badpokerface:

[Spoon]

Never been on one of these, but always thought it'd be pretty cool.
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Whistler in style.

[Gridlock]

We went to Poet's Cove for a getaway and it was awesome.

BC Ferries Vacations | Poets Cove Pender Island Retreat (http://www.bcferriesvacations.com/packages/package-details11051001.php?gclid=CJHZ2pORm7QCFYN_QgodBGgA 3A)

And we did the ferry/hotel combo package.

Beautiful island, great resort. We went in January so we practically had the place to ourselves. Best night...hot tub when it was snowing.

Worst getaway? Whistler. If you don't ski(and given that you had to ask what you do at those places, I assume you don't) then all thats left, is a wet cold outdoor mall. We found a private rental in a place where every room had a private hot tub except ours, so I couldn't even just sit in the hot tub and drink all day.

Plus, its nice when you go to an island, because you feel like you are far away, whereas I didn't when we went to whistler.

[murd0c]

Staying at the cabins at the Harrison hot sprigns resort is awesome. Their Sunday buffet is awesome.

So want to get out of the city for end of the world I guess?

:troll:

[ilovebacon]

if i was you, ill hide under my blanket on the 21 lol

[punkwax]

could u briefly describe what I can do there?
my co worker said theres not much at the hotspring around this time :badpokerface:

Your coworker is probably right in terms of activities but its a neat little town to walk around and escape to for a weekend. Some decent restaurants, hotel with spa etc.

Silverstar is a pretty cool mini-Whistler kind of place, bit of a drive but they have an outdoor rink to skate on, cool pubs and really friendly people around the village. Plus if you snowboard or two-plank its a great mountain as well.

Sunshine Coast is always beautiful no matter what time of year. Lots of nice B+Bs along the water, check out VRBO.com, maybe you'll find a cool spot on your own!

I should also mention Victoria. Love that place!!

[european]

I would go to Oregon or Whistler.

[shantz]

Bowen Island is really nice - close too
look for a B&B - chicks love B&B's

[punkwax]

look for a B&B - chicks love B&B's

Balls and boners? :ifyouknow:

[SoNaRWaVe]

there isn't much to do outdoors right now in harrison hot springs. if you have the budget, i would suggest doing a spa package and a dinner at their copper room. theres a dance floor and live music there.

pretty relaxing.

[Gh0stRider]

banff

[GabAlmighty]

I'll take ya up to some natural hot springs if you pay for my gas.

[StylinRed]

price you want to spend would be good to know

since there are some airfare deals right now (you could go to vegas for a weeken for like $400x2)

[Gridlock]

Bowen Island is really nice - close too
look for a B&B - chicks love B&B's

...er...I hear B&B and I get awkward conversation with older people in the morning after listening to you rock the fucking house until ungodly hours keeping them up all night(if you are vacationing correctly).

Even if you are a light fucker, you still can't avoid that awkward small talk with strangers thing.

I'd find it more relaxing to sleep in my car and run the risk of being mauled by a bear. But thats just me.

[EuterVanWasser]

Sunshine Coast, Harrison Hot Springs, Big White, Sunpeaks, Silverstar...

Surprised you didn't suggest Galiano, nubcake. :fullofwin:

[Lomac]

I'll have to echo the suggestions for the Oregon Coast. This might be a little farther than you'd want to drive (4'ish hours), but Cannon Beach is a fantastic place to relax and get away. Especially right now, because it's not much of a shopping town, it's going to be pretty empty of tourists and crazy holiday shoppers. Good food, great views, romantic, and some awesome BnB's.

How can you say no to this?

http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2012/310/d/4/ocean_by_westcoastfilms-d5k6mvm.jpg

[punkwax]

Surprised you didn't suggest Galiano, nubcake. :fullofwin:

You mean Gabriola, and ya, it's cool up there too.

[Fcukedd]

Sunshine Coast, Harrison Hot Springs, Big White, Sunpeaks, Silverstar...

A bit off topic, but if I wanted to go to the springs just for the day, are there any things I should do prior to driving down there like calling in?

Thanks!

[StylinRed]

if you're going to go down to Cannon Beach you can't miss Astoria :D Goonies town ;)

[static]

has anyone gone to tofino in the winter? is it worth going? looking for some quiet time and RR. BC Ferries Vacations | Cox Bay Tofino Retreat (http://www.bcferriesvacations.com/packages/package-details07071101.php)

[static]

I'll have to echo the suggestions for the Oregon Coast. This might be a little farther than you'd want to drive (4'ish hours), but Cannon Beach is a fantastic place to relax and get away. Especially right now, because it's not much of a shopping town, it's going to be pretty empty of tourists and crazy holiday shoppers. Good food, great views, romantic, and some awesome BnB's.

How can you say no to this?

http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2012/310/d/4/ocean_by_westcoastfilms-d5k6mvm.jpg

don't speed if you drive down here, police love ticketing canucks.

Budget closer to 5.5 hours depending on the border and your gf's bladder hahaa.

[Presto]

don't speed if you drive down here, police love ticketing canucks.


they like to hide in the twistys.

[SoNaRWaVe]

A bit off topic, but if I wanted to go to the springs just for the day, are there any things I should do prior to driving down there like calling in?

Thanks!

only if you want to stay at a hotel. i'm not sure if their spa are for hotel guests only or not, but you can always call and ask that if you intend to use their spas. other than that, its like a mini town with a beach.

[Lomac]

don't speed if you drive down here, police love ticketing canucks.

Budget closer to 5.5 hours depending on the border and your gf's bladder hahaa.

True enough. I got lucky when I did my trip a couple months ago, I guess. :p

[static]

Anyone been out to Tofino in the winter? really need to know if I should bother booking a hotel out there in early jan. TIA

[dinosaur]

I haven't been to Tofino personally in the winter, but I hear it is beautiful for storm watching....the MAJOR downside? Driving on a terrible road in terrible weather. Can take up to 4 hours after you get off the ferry. So, if you are only going for a night or 2, a lot of your time is eaten up by driving.

Another suggestions is Rockwater (Sunshine Coast Accommodations and Spa at Rockwater Secret Cove Resort | British Columbia Canada (http://rockwatersecretcoveresort.com/)). I haven't been but have heard amazing things about it! I really want to go one day.

Also, I head great things about Kingfisher Resort (Kingfisher Oceanside Resort and Spa | Luxury Accommodations, Hotels, Vacations, Retreats, Getaways, Courtenay Comox, Vancouver Island, BC, Canada (http://www.kingfisherspa.com/))

If you want something close, yet far enough from everything: http://www.galianoinn.com/ Its only a 50 min ferry ride.

[Jason00S2000]

Tofino is fucking insanely fun...


...if you go to the legion hall at night!

[static]

I haven't been to Tofino personally in the winter, but I hear it is beautiful for storm watching....the MAJOR downside? Driving on a terrible road in terrible weather. Can take up to 4 hours after you get off the ferry. So, if you are only going for a night or 2, a lot of your time is eaten up by driving.

Another suggestions is Rockwater (Sunshine Coast Accommodations and Spa at Rockwater Secret Cove Resort | British Columbia Canada (http://rockwatersecretcoveresort.com/)). I haven't been but have heard amazing things about it! I really want to go one day.

Also, I head great things about Kingfisher Resort (Kingfisher Oceanside Resort and Spa | Luxury Accommodations, Hotels, Vacations, Retreats, Getaways, Courtenay Comox, Vancouver Island, BC, Canada (http://www.kingfisherspa.com/))

If you want something close, yet far enough from everything: Galiano Inn & Spa - Oceanfront Boutique Resort on Galiano Island, BC - Galiano Inn (http://www.galianoinn.com/) Its only a 50 min ferry ride.

thanks!

[PiuYi]

Anyone been out to Tofino in the winter? really need to know if I should bother booking a hotel out there in early jan. TIA

went to tofino in august... it was only 10-15 degrees... water super cold hahah spent most of the day skimboarding, can't imagine there being much to do in the winter

[Great68]

went to tofino in august... it was only 10-15 degrees... water super cold

They call August in Tofino "Fog-ust" for a reason...

[westopher]

went to tofino in august... it was only 10-15 degrees... water super cold hahah spent most of the day skimboarding, can't imagine there being much to do in the winter
Its the best surfing you will find in canada, if you know what you are doing. The swells are way bigger, and are great for getting ready for some of the gnarlier stuff around the world. Its cold, wear the thickest wetsuit you can find.