Tofino Whale Watching Guide
In Tofino, March is about more than the arrival of spring. It’s about the arrival of whales. Lots of them, including over 20,000 Grey whales migrating north to the Arctic,…
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‘Standing O’ for Clayoquot Sound Theatre
When it comes to culture in Tofino, there’s much more than a cool surf vibe. In fact, Tofino’s depth of arts, culture, and heritage might surprise you, including a renowned…
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Nordic Spa-ing Tofino-Style
Hot, cold, rest, repeat—that’s the mantra and holistic routine behind a traditional, wood-fired Nordic sauna experience. See what we mean on your next visit with our oceanfront sauna by Tuff…
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Kathryn Beals: Art Inspired by Nature and Neurology
What happens when you combine studying forestry and environmental science at Berkeley with a self-taught artist from Vancouver Island that’s energized by natural beauty, migraines, and giving back? You get…
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Wild Food and Foraging Adventures in Tofino
Attention: This blog post is outdated, and some links may no longer be valid. For the latest updates, please browse our recent articles. For some, foraging translates to “what you…
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Ahousaht Territory Shoreline Cleanup
Pacific Sands staff were honoured to be a part of an amazing, environmental initiative led by Coastal Restoration Society‘s ‘Clean Coast, Clean Waters’ project. The Clayoquot Sound cleanup was in…
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LOCAL CHARACTERS: Surfing Tofino with Harold Sadler
In a place like Tofino where surfing is an obsession, the locals not only thrive in our wet, temperate rainforest, they have saltwater running through their veins. Named Canada’s Surf…
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By the Sea—Massage & Bodywork
Just when you thought your stay at Pacific Sands could not possibly get more relaxing, prepare to spoil yourself senseless at the NEW, onsite By the Sea—Massage & Bodywork. Located…
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GUEST STARS: MacDuff
Meet MacDuff, or as he’s formally known, MacDuff Austin-Chester, Vice Regal Canine Consort to the Honourable Janet Austin—Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia. Yes, that is an impressive mouthful of distinguished…
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Freedom to Roam
Nothing but beach and breathing space. As British Columbians ease into summer travel plans, we’re celebrating with a cinematic video production featuring soaring views of Pacific Sands and Clayoquot Sound,…
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INHALE PEACE: Virtual Tofino Beach Yoga
Beach, coastal breezes, and melodic Cox Bay waves set the scene for this third video in our virtual yoga series by the soul-stirring Heidi Macpherson. Guests can enjoy complimentary summer…
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LOCAL CHARACTERS: Roy Henry Vickers
In the first of our “Local Characters” feature posts on some of the extraordinary people that make Tofino so special, we’re excited to talk about one of Canada’s most celebrated…
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