The province of British Columbia, stretching from Victoria, Vancouver Island on the west to the Alberta Rockies on the east, is a vacationer's delight. British Columbia abounds in tourist attractions - natural as well as man-made. Dazzling city streets or austere mountaintops, name it and you will have it here. The problem you will face while vacationing in British Columbia is not so much about what to do as about how to do it all!

British Columbia has the warmest and the finest weather in Canada. Enjoy the beautiful coasts of British Columbia with their temperate climate. Throughout British Columbia, however, the climate ranges from continental to marine. The major influencing factor is its location east of the Pacific Ocean, the towering mountains standing north to south, the hilly terrain, the westerly winds and its latitude that is definitely northerly. Summers in British Columbia are more often dry than not, and winters are marked by the cold, dry Arctic air.

Do you like wilderness? Then British Columbia is just the place for you! Apart from sightseeing, there's a whole lot of ways you can enjoy yourself here. Choose from a wide array of activities - bird watching, wildlife viewing, golfing, snowmobiling, fresh water fishing, salt water fishing, skiing, hiking, boating, kayaking and other adventure sports.

On the flip side, if you prefer to stay close to the happening city life, you will have your itinerary full too. Visit the restored historic sites and buildings, for instance take Barkerville, Fort Steele or Fort Langley. Experience the beauty of native trees, sculptured gardens and colorful flowerbeds. Visit the art galleries and the museums. Watch a Broadway hit. Or visit one of the many local theaters. Buy handicrafts of local artisans from the sidewalk stores as souvenirs of your visit. Dine in style at one of the world famous restaurants or have a quiet evening at a tranquil neighborhood pub. Take your kids to the zoos, aquariums, wildlife parks, and water slides.

Visit the Rocky Mountains, the Fraser Canyon and Hell's Gate, Long Beach and Galiano Bluffs, Yoho National Park and the Stawamus Chief. Don't miss out on the hot springs, the forests and the wineries either. View the coastal mountains in their breathtaking splendor.

It's best that you get yourself a guided tour. That way, you can cover most of the tourist attractions in a timely and orderly fashion. Take your tour by train, bus, plane, boat or helicopter. You will find licensed operators who will take you on specific tours - urban or rural. Ride a double-decker bus or a horse-drawn carriage - go ahead, pamper yourself!

Go on a tour of the famous British Columbian wineries. Sample the finest wines and enjoy the scenic beauty of the vineyards. And if you like the wine, purchase some to take away with you as a memento. Take a customized forest tour, or a river or lake cruise.

Planning on a British Columbia vacation soon? You couldn't have decided better! Everybody in your family will have something to enjoy. This is going to be one of the most memorable tours of your life - British Columbia has attractions enough to guarantee that.