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Julia Crawford
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10 Comfort Food Dishes To Try on the Sunshine Coast

Winter travel on the Sunshine Coast comes with its share of cold, dark days, but luckily there's one sure-fire way to stave off the weather: comfort food. Below are ten Sunshine Coast meals bound to lift your spirits, warm you up, and induce happiness. Dig in. 1. The Ramen Bowl at Nourish Kitchen…

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Meet the Locals at TidePools Aquarium

The Sunshine Coast is home to more than 50,000 people, and infinitely more wildlife. From mountaintop to seafloor, creatures big and small call this place home. At the TidePools Aquarium (located in the Gibsons Public Market), you can meet some of the incredible marine life that exists in…

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A Sunshine Coast Holiday Gift Guide: Langdale to Egmont

We've assembled some of our favourite gifts from the Southern Sunshine Coast—that is, Langdale to Egmont—for your friends and family who could use an extra dose of the Sunshine Coast this year. These curated picks will help you find the perfect item for every person on your list. There are gift…

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Where to Sip on Signature Cocktails

Sour, sweet, neat or on the rocks—no matter how you prefer to sip libations, you’ll find that the Sunshine Coast’s cocktail scene is well-balanced. From upscale restaurants serving up modern twists on the classics to specialty eateries slingin' staples like margaritas alongside zero-proof mocktails…

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Great Places for Ice Cream on the Sunshine Coast

Is there anything better than ice cream on a warm day? Luckily, the Sunshine Coast has plenty of local spots serving cold, creamy treats—from classic scoops to milkshakes to ice cream sandwiches. Keep in mind that many ice cream stands on the Sunshine Coast—especially in more rural areas—are only…

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Bucket List Experiences on the Sunshine Coast

Add this to your goals for the year ahead: a bucket list trip to the Sunshine Coast. We've broken down some once-in-a-lifetime experiences to enjoy on the coast, from paddling through the stunning waterways of Desolation Sound to an aerial flight over the snow-capped peaks of Tetrahedron Provincial…

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Distilleries to Visit on the Sunshine Coast

Like beer and cider, craft distilleries are experiencing a boom in British Columbia. Here on the Sunshine Coast, artisanal spirits can be found from Gibsons to Powell River, with each distillery offering their own spin on classic favourites. Local botanicals make their way into gins, vodkas, and…

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Foodie Finds at the Gibsons Public Market

Hungry? Head to the Gibsons Public Market, a one-stop shop for all things food on the Sunshine Coast. With a popular market bistro and merchants selling everything from local seafood to specialty cheeses, this bustling community market has everything you need to fill your stomach and shopping bags…

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Shopping Finds at Townsite Public Market

Powell River's Townsite Public Market is a two-storey industrial-style space set in the heart of the city's heritage district. It's a bustling communal spot where locals and visitors come to shop, pick up groceries, get a massage, and even rock climb. Read on as we break down some of the best…

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