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2018
12
February
How Can We Plan a Last-Minute Anniversary/Birthday Trip in BC?

Question:

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Michael

Help! My gf and I have Remembrance Day long weekend off (November 8-11) and it’s our anniversary and my bday at that time too but we have no plans.
We live in Victoria BC Canada and have enough air miles to go pretty much anywhere with Alaska air. We also can’t rent a car so we’re kinda stuck for transportation
Looking for suggestions on where to go! We are adventurous and like to explore and do unique/bucket list things.
I’ve never booked a trip this close to the dates before. Any help is appreciated.
Even if it’s something local in BC!

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Kari

San Diego is a walkable city (they also have Uber and Lyft to check out areas like La Jolla, pacific beach and balboa park)

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Carolyn

Kari And always nice weather!

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Jack

This has been on my staycation list for a while. Take the bus to Qualicum and then hang out on the beaches up there.
https://freespiritspheres.com

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Mich

Honolulu is walkable.

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Sue

Palm Springs. Short cab to downtown from airport(10 min)and many nice smaller boutique places to stay. Loads of restaurants within walking distance. Weather should still be super.

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Scott

https://www.smartertravel.com/cities-with-best-public.../

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Michael

If we went to Alaska what’s the best things to do there?!

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Katie

skagway alaska is small but beautiful. Hiking. A geat train ride up a gold rush mountain. History, mountains, beauty.

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Erin

The White Pass train is closed for the season, I believe. This is off season for cruise ships, so lots of places will be closed for the winter. Just something to keep in mind...
That said, White Horse has a cute town and vibe, though you would be relying on taxis.

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Dana

Portland, San Francisco or San Diego. Alaska Air flys to all of them.

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Krista

All walkable and Uber Savy cites too. My vote is SD- sunshine! Encenitas is my fav beach town close by

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Shirlie

Agreed, love San Diego and San Francisco and definitely easy to get around

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Lin

Portland and easy to get around

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Lori

I recommend Palm Springs as well...nice weather, great restaurants, shopping and a quick flight
I’m currently down here from Vancouver

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Lesley

just got back from san Diego great place .transit it great easy .stayed at town and country very nice hotel

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Michael

Lesley yeah I love San Diego! Been thee three times

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Melissa

Save your days off, money and points for a better time to travel!

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Michael

Melissa it’s our anniversary. I have almost 200k miles saved up!

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Melissa

Michael there's always hiking/snowshoeing etc. And the scandinave spa

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Kathy

Yellow point lodge

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Shawn

Vegas! Walkable and so much to do and see!

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Jennifer

Waikiki, Honolulu. Walkable and beautiful weather!

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Anne

How many days do you have?

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Michael

4!

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Melanie

New York is awesome any time of year! Easy to walk around and so much to do. Fabulous food, amazing entertainment and all walking friendly

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Dennis

Portland - hands down - one of the coolest, most relaxed cities in the world. Great coffee, (takes 20 minutes - which is part of the charm) great beer and great food.

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Tanya

Dennis so true!! Great city. Fly down with Alaska. Bellingham to Portland and then Uber around.

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Claire

I just booked our son on a return trip to Phoenix AZ with my Alaskan Airline points for the first week in November. It's a beautiful city, beautiful weather with awesome restaurants, shopping, tourist sights. We went last year and realised we could have stayed in Phoenix alone for a week although we were touring the state in a car rental. Our son is very excited, he is hanging out with some friends there for a week.

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Ingrid

San Francisco would be my pick.

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Nicki

Fly to Kona, Hawaii and catch the last weekend of the Kona Coffee Festival, go free snorkeling off White Sands Beach, all reachablefor a $2 trolley ride from one end (shopping at Ross)to the other(Sheraton Hotel for cocktails and watch the Manta Rays come in to feed at night from Rays By the Bay or better yet, spend the $100 to snorkel WITH the Mantas with Fairwinds Cruises)

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Nicki

Pm if you need more info....it’s our favourite place on the planet right now for adventure and relaxation

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Becky

Nicki I second Hawaii as well. But need more than 4 days. When I visit Hawaii I need a minimum of 7 days (but we usually go for 10-14 days). But I’m a little “needy” when it comes to Hawaii and like to stay as long as possible.

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Karen

Fly Kenmore Air from the Victoria Harbour Air terminal into Seattle’s Lake Union 1 hour! Book a fancy Priceline 4 or 5* mystery express deal hotel in downtown Seattle. Only take a backpack so you can walk from lake union to your hotel. Walk everywhere. Take the Savor Seattle pike place market food tour - book in advance. Have dinner at any one of the many great Seattle restaurants - check out the Pink Door or take a ferry across to Alki Beach and have dinner at Salty’s! Make reservations!! Do a Segway Tour! Have evening cocktails at Vitos on 9th and take a trip through the past! PM me for more Seattle ideas or more words around Priceline Express Deals.

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Alana

We’ve done San Francisco for 4 days and it was perfect. Great city with tons to do. Very romantic

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Kirsten

San Francisco would be a lovely one for 4 days - it's in the same time zone but still a great getaway.

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Jackie

Our anniversary is in November too and we’ve tried lots of places over the years. Some of the places suggested would be pretty cold, like SF. We love the Big Island but 4 days is pretty short. My pick would be SAN Diego or Portland.

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Michael

Jackie we’ve already been to Hawaii together 3 times. I wanna go back to kauai but she doesn’t want to.
we still have lots to do there like canpbthe kalalau trail.

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Michael

camp the*

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Jackie

We love Kauai!

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Rick

Its 33 in Palm Springs today,you can fly there in 2.45 ,Go on Airbnb or splurge and stay at the Marriott,you can go to the Tram ,lay around the pool have some cocktails .Google stuff to do there.

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Nancy

If you're thinking about adventure, stay in Canada and go up North to see the Aurora! Yellowknife is perfect for 3 days, it's not super cold yet, but has awesome clear skies. I saw 2 great light shows, my boyfriend and I loved it! It's Aurora capital of the world! Lots of art, culture and good food too. Whitehorse is a good second option, and you could go dog mushing, Ice fishing, go to the local brewery, hiking. I've been to both places, PM me if you want more details. It was very affordable too.


A.I. says...

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Remembrance Day Long Weekend Trip Ideas

So you and your girlfriend have the Remembrance Day long weekend off, which also happens to be your anniversary and birthday! It's the perfect time to plan a special trip together. Since you live in Victoria BC and have air miles with Alaska Air, you have plenty of options for where to go. Here are a few suggestions for your adventurous and unique trip:

1. Vancouver, BC

If you're looking for a local getaway, consider heading to Vancouver. You can take a ferry from Victoria to Vancouver and explore the city's vibrant neighborhoods, delicious food scene, and beautiful parks. Don't miss out on visiting Stanley Park and Granville Island!

2. Seattle, Washington

Use your air miles to fly to Seattle for a quick weekend trip. Explore the iconic Pike Place Market, take a ride on the Great Wheel for stunning views of the city, and visit the Museum of Pop Culture for a unique experience.

3. San Francisco, California

If you're up for a longer trip, consider flying to San Francisco. Explore the city's iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island, indulge in delicious seafood at Fisherman's Wharf, and take a scenic drive along the Pacific Coast Highway.

4. Portland, Oregon

Another great option for a weekend getaway is Portland. Known for its quirky culture, delicious food trucks, and beautiful parks, Portland offers plenty of unique experiences for adventurous travelers. Don't miss out on visiting the International Rose Test Garden!

5. Victoria, BC Staycation

If you prefer to stay local, why not plan a staycation in Victoria? Explore the city's charming neighborhoods, go whale watching, visit the Royal BC Museum, and indulge in delicious seafood at local restaurants. You can even book a special anniversary dinner at a waterfront restaurant!

Remember to book your flights and accommodations as soon as possible, since it's a busy travel weekend. Have a fantastic trip and happy anniversary!



   










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