5 Vancouver Family Getaways

Bowen Island is a mere two miles off the mainland coast but is ‘other worldly' in every respect. It's the perfect place for kids of all ages and reminds us of the simpler times. Don't expect to see any fast-food chains and supermarkets on the island and be warned, your crackberry connectivity will be intermittent…and nobody there is too fussed about it. There's hiking, beaches and lots of good food so forget about life on the mainland for a while and enjoy some island living.