January 2006
Accommodation Special in Whistler
Adara Hotel, located in Whistler, is offering a special promo rate for the Superior rooms OR 1 Bedroom suites. A saving of 25% off from the regular rack rates is offered by the hotel during February 1 until April 30, 2006.
**Note: There is a 2-night minimum stay requirement to get these rates. To book this promo rate, please call 1-800 HelloBC
New Bookable Property in the Cariboo Chilcotin Region
A Spectacular wilderness lodge and spa on BC's Cariboo Region in Williams Lake, Tyee Lake Resort offers gorgeous lakeview rooms, gourmet restaurant, world-class river and lake fly fishing, hiking and biking trails. A meeting facility is available for retreats and gatherings. Small weddings are also welcome. Pets can stay too for just $10.00 per day.
* To book this property, please check the website at www.HelloBC.com or call 1-800 HelloBC (435-5622)
Product Information Update
For the protection and security of its customers, Amtrak is now requiring that the following information are provided in all reservations of customers 18 years or older.
- Passenger Name
- Passenger Gender
- Date of Birth
- Country of Citizenship
- Type of Identification (any one of the IDs on the list is acceptable): Passport, Birth Certificate with photo ID, US Resident Alien Card, Legal Permanent Resident Card, Re-Entry Permit, Refugee Travel Document, Naturalization Certificate , OR Military Orders with Photo ID
- ID Number
- ID Expiration Date
- Issuing Country
*Tickets originating from Seattle to Vancouver may be purchased by calling 1-800 HelloBC (435-5622)
Product Specials
SmartVisit Solutions is extending it's offer of the Visit Vancouver and Beyond Card, an attractions pass that combines unbeatable convenience and great value into one card. You get free admission to a variety of leading attractions in Vancouver and surrounding areas. 2, 3, & 5-day cards are available for sale. *Special Promo - Extended: Purchase a 3-day card from today until Mar 31/06 for the price of a 2-day card which is $99 plus taxes.
**To purchase a card, please call 1-800 HelloBC (435-5622).
New Bookable Property in the Thompson Okanagan Region
The Father’s Country B&B located in Sun Peaks, is a ranch-style home nestled on a hillside overlooking where three valleys meet and providing a romantic, tranquil, secluded, and modern retreat. Relax in the indoor/outdoor hot tub or have a refreshing swim in the indoor pool. The bright and spacious rooms provide valley to mountain views. Amenities include a fireside lounge and outdoor barbeque. There is a 2-night minimum stay requirement to book this property.
*To book this property, check the website at www.HelloBC.com or call 1-800 HelloBC (435-5622).
New Bookable Property in the Kootenay Rockies Region
The Prestige Mountain Resort is an elegant hotel located in the centre of town in Rossland. The Resort features newly renovated guest rooms with pillow top beds. Deluxe amenities include a restaurant, sports bar, hot tub, sauna, fitness centre and complete conference facilities. Pets are welcome to stay for an additional charge of $20 per day.
The Prestige Lakeview Inn is a charming French country style boutique waterfront hotel located in Nelson's recreational district and within walking distance to Historical downtown. The guests are welcomed to the classic ambiance and incomparable service that the hotel offers. All guests will also enjoy the facilities that includes a full service marina at its sister property, the Prestige Lakeside Resort, located just a short walk away.
* To book any of these properties, check the website at www.HelloBC.com or call 1 800 HelloBC (435-5622)
Property Information Update
Blue Horizon Hotel located in Vancouver, is now a 100% Non-smoking property.
Bookable Property in the Vancouver, Coast & Mountain Region
Traditional consistency of product and service comes alive in the modern and sophisticated Marriott Vancouver Airport Hotel. Centrally located in the heart of Richmond, it is only a short 5 minute ride in a complimentary shuttle service from the Vancouver International Airport. The Marriott Hotel offers spacious rooms that are designed to guarantee the comfort of all its guests. They are also a pet-friendly hotel.
* To Book this property, check the website at HelloBC.com or call 1-800 HelloBC (435-5622).
Accommodation Deals for January 12
Embassy Inn located in Victoria, reduced their BC Escapes room only rate from $159 to $90 until Feb 28/06
Happy Day Inn located in Burnaby, lowered their standard rates until Apr 30/06
Buchan Hotel located in Vancouver, has lowered their standard rates until Apr 30/06
Village Green Hotel & Casino located in Vernon, has lowered their standard rates until May 15/06
Travellaire Motel located in Kimberley, has lowered their standard rates until Jan 21/06
* Check for room availability at www.HelloBC.com or call 1-800 HelloBC
New Bookable Property in the Vancouver Island Region
Miraloma on the Cove is Victoria's newest seaside inn located in Sidney. The Inn offers a choice of garden or oceanview studio suites and a one bedroom suite. Room rates include a continental breakfast, and in the evening, hot chocolate and cookies by the fire. You will enjoy amenities such as the use of bathrobes, 24 hour fitness centre, outdoor garden gazebo hot tub, high speed internet connection, and DVD Players. Complimentary underground parking is available. This property is 100% smoke free. Pets are welcome for $25.00 per stay.
* To book this property, please check the website at www.Hellobc.com or call 1-800 HelloBC.
Pan Pacific Celebrates 20th Anniversary with 1986 Pricing!
BC Residents are invited to enjoy special rates at the beautiful Pan Pacific Vancouver this week as they celebrate their 20th anniversary. Room rates start at an amazing $86 per night and menu prices in their restaurants are what they were when this five diamond property opened its doors in January 1986. Enjoy!
Free Ride to the Cariboo this Weekend
Pacific Coachlines and ten accommodation operators in the South Cariboo are partnering to offer great Cariboo Winter Getaways, a wonderful opportunity to experience winter in the Cariboo and leave the driving to the professionals. You have a wide selection of unique getaway experiences to choose from, sleighrides to dog sledding, horseback riding to spas, and you will be royally welcomed to 100 Mile House by the Mayor, a special tour guide and staff. Trips leave every Friday from the Pacific Coachlines station in Vancouver at noon and return from 100 Mile House every Monday at eleven. This weekend only, the introductory program features free transportation! Check out Cariboo Winter for details.
The inside scoop on the latest accommodation specials and happenings. From the one source that really knows; the Travel Counsellors at Tourism British Columbia.
> top right: The Fairmont Empress Hotel, Victoria, JF Bergeron photo
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