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Tourism Ucluelet Road Trip & Getaway Giveaway

Comments 306 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Tourism Ucluelet has hit the road this spring to share it’s beautiful Vancouver Island coastal region with Canadians. The “Kick Back and Coast” RV tour began in St. John’s Newfoundland on May 1st and it will end on June 24th back in Ucluelet. Accompanied by Tourism Ucluelet mascot Knuckles the Grey Whale, the 10,000km tour will promote Pacific Rim National Park and Barkley Sound as well as the abundance of activities and adventures that can be found around Ucluelet.

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Photos courtesy of Tourism Ucluelet

The Tourism Ucluelet RV will be passing through 26 cities and all 10 provinces of Canada, engaging with communities and stopping by key events and festivities. Spot the RV in your city and snap a photo during the tour, follow the journey on Facebook and Twitter, and visit the unique landing page Kick Back and Coast for your chance to win one of many prizes, including a trip to the West Coast. The grand prize package includes an incredible ‘One Week Ucluelet Adventure Trip’, customized to suit the style of the lucky winner, including airfare, kayaking, spa, surfing lessons, dining, wildlife cruises, tours and accommodations.

The Tourism Ucluelet RV will hit Montreal by this Friday, May 17th then move onto Barrie for Friday, May 24th. Rolling into Winnipeg on Friday, May 31st then Calgary on Friday, June 7th the RV returns to BC by way of Kamloops on Friday, June 14th. Returning to Vancouver Island by Friday, June 21st it will reach its home in Ucluelet on Friday, June 24th.

Wild Pacific Trail, Ucluelet

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Photos from our walk along the Wild Pacific Trail in Ucluelet the last time we visited.
You really do feel like you’re on the edge of the world, it’s wonderful.

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Wild Pacific Trail, Ucluelet

Miss604 Getaway Giveaway

To promote the Kick Back and Coast cross-Canada tour, Tourism Ucluelet has offered up an awesome getaway for one lucky Miss604 reader and their guest. The prize pack includes a two-night stay in Ucluelet in a Wya Point yurt plus surf lessons for two.

Enjoy private beaches within the Ucluth Eco Resort, and amenities in your yurt that include a kitchen, barbecue, wood or gas fireplace, wrap-around cedar deck, oceanfront beach access, lounge chairs, and more. This luxurious eco-friendly resort is off the grid so be prepared to unplug, de-stress, kick back, and listen to the waves roll in.

Here’s how you can enter to win this coastal escape:

  • Leave a comment on this post about how you unwind/unplug (1 entry)
  • Post the following on Twitter (1 entry)
RT to enter to win a Ucluelet getaway from @Travel_Ucluelet & @Miss604 http://ow.ly/kZeBG #UclueletXCanada

I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 12:00pm on Friday, May 24, 2013. Must be 19+ to enter and win. Some restrictions may apply. Based on availability. Follow Tourism Ucluelet on Facebook and Twitter, and learn more about Wya Point Resort on Facebook and Twitter as well.

Update The winner is Ryan! (Comment May 13)

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  1. Anne-Sophie Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:14pm PDT

    Looks great! I love that part of the world!

  2. Katrina Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:17pm PDT

    I so very much need to get away. What a year it has been. And I cant’ think of a better place than Ucluelet – surely one of BC’s most beautiful spots.

  3. Gen Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:19pm PDT

    To unwind I do yoga, take my dog for a walk, hit the beach and/or eat chocolate 🙂 I’d love this trip for my bday!!!

  4. Kirky Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:23pm PDT

    My favourite way to unwind is to get away from home, somewhere with a great view, great food, and lots to explore!

  5. Paul Giles Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:25pm PDT

    Walking on the beach and watching the pacific surf, whilst taking-in the rugged beauty of Ucluelet, unplugged!

  6. Laura Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:29pm PDT

    I love to go for a long, relaxing run on the seawall.

  7. SW Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:31pm PDT

    Long walks in a nature setting are awesome for unwinding (no cellphones allowed).

  8. Lesley Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:32pm PDT

    The best way for me to unwind is to read a book or watch a movie that I totally love!

  9. Kathryn Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:32pm PDT

    I walk, and the Pacific Coast Trail is a great place for it!

  10. Chelsea Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:35pm PDT

    I love to unwind on long nature walks with my dog, preferably near the ocean 🙂 Uclulet is such a beautiful destination. Whoever wins is in for an amazing vacation!

  11. Leanne m Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:36pm PDT

    A bubble bath and a book

  12. Leanne m Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:40pm PDT

    https://twitter.com/leanne_mac/status/334045415240499202

  13. Mary Rose Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:45pm PDT

    I like to unwind by reading a book and a cup of tea!

  14. Amy Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 1:49pm PDT

    I would unwind by taking a local fishing charter and then enjoying the catch of the day with a nice bottle of wine!

  15. Ryan Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 2:05pm PDT

    Something along the lines of an “e-tox” Leave all electronics and cell phones at home. Rent a cabin, get the fireplace going, pop open a nice BC red wine and read a good book !

  16. rob k Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 2:10pm PDT

    A hike or a run outdoors usually does it! Sometimes the beach…

  17. NicT Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 2:14pm PDT

    A hike anywhere in the forest. I feel a sense of “ahhhh” once I’m in the trees. 🙂

  18. Elizabeth Hendrick Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 2:16pm PDT

    I miss the ocean, I would love to go back to the west coast! I unwind by taking my two dogs, Rain and Timber, for walks along the river. Nothing quite like the Pacific, but it will do for now 😉

  19. Sanaz Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 2:21pm PDT

    Yoga and riding my bike along the seawall

  20. Nathan Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 2:32pm PDT

    Surfing’s a great way to unplug. Love it.

  21. Dayna Wilson Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 2:36pm PDT

    I unwind with a glass of wine and a video game.

  22. Mike B Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 2:45pm PDT

    unwinding is only possible by turning off the cellphone and taking a nap…would love to take one while listening to the waves!

  23. Elizabeth B Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 2:49pm PDT

    the most relaxed I have ever been was fishing on Vancouver Island for the first time…so I’ll have to say that I unwind by connecting with the great outdoors!

  24. luc Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 2:56pm PDT

    I watch the waves and the birds.

  25. Lori-Airbnb Superhost Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 2:59pm PDT

    I spent an hour in Ucluelet years ago and would love to go back and explore.

  26. Arjun Rudra Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 3:00pm PDT

    Movies, love to watch movies. Helps clear my mind.

  27. Emma Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 3:07pm PDT

    I unwind with a good book or a movie!

  28. Lindsey White Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 3:08pm PDT

    This would be an absolute wonderful trip. My boyfriend and I love the coast, just sitting on the beach listening to the ocean is relaxing enough for us. He’s from Australia and he hasn’t been to Vancouver Island yet.

  29. Kate Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 3:13pm PDT

    I unwind by going for a walk in the forest or going kayaking in Deep Cove

  30. leah Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 3:16pm PDT

    i like to take a bath or a nap

  31. Dilara Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 3:24pm PDT

    I unwind by digging into a good book with a glass (or 2) of wine.

  32. liz Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 3:30pm PDT

    Good food ,good wine and good company is how I unwind.Ummm holidays!

  33. Holly West Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 3:42pm PDT

    Anything that celebrates the glorious vistas and activities our great nation has to offer makes me smile. Unwinding, for me, includes a good book and a lemony snack!

  34. Alex Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 3:47pm PDT

    Unwind with a nice cold beer and a video game

  35. Megan K Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 4:09pm PDT

    Lovely trip! My favourite way to unwind is take a walk in one of the parks in North Vancouver or one of Vancouver beaches in the off season.

  36. Natalie Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 4:11pm PDT

    Going local! Whistler or Victoria, staying a few nights and enjoying the local delights

  37. Debbie Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 4:16pm PDT

    I’d unwind with some spa therapy.

  38. L. J , Lawton Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 4:30pm PDT

    I like to sit in front of a fireplace with a glass of Jack Daniels in my hand and a warm cat on my lap.

  39. Darcy Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 4:59pm PDT

    I’d unwind with a good walk, a good book, a good beverage and good music & good chocolate.

  40. Chelle Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 5:01pm PDT

    A nice book and a comfy sofa

  41. chelsea Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 5:05pm PDT

    I love to unwind by sitting on a sandy beach, reading a good book, and listening to my boys playing together.

  42. Dennis L. Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 5:23pm PDT

    Reading is the best way for my to unwind.

  43. fiona n Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 5:28pm PDT

    taking my dog out for a walk

  44. Krista Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 5:29pm PDT

    To unwind, I walk or run…on the trail in Ucluelet would be great!

  45. Ali Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 5:35pm PDT

    I would LOVE to learn how to surf!! And then to relax with a good book.

  46. Jeff Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:12pm PDT

    I nap. I nap so hard.

  47. Emilia Turner Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:29pm PDT

    I unwind by bicycling along the beautiful tree lined streets rain or shine

  48. Vania Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:32pm PDT

    Walk by the ocean and listen to it! Or hike up some mountain! Bliss!

  49. Jeremy Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:32pm PDT

    I love going for a walk on the beach to unwind, beach walking in Ucluelet would be amazing 🙂

  50. Mark Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:33pm PDT

    Would be really nice to win!

  51. Jen Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:33pm PDT

    Yoga and going for walks are my ideal ways to unwind! A trip to Ucluelet would be the ultimate stress reliever!

  52. Alicia Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:35pm PDT

    unwind by going for a walk, run, going to the gym!

  53. Ramona Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:36pm PDT

    Love to unwind in the canoe!

  54. Debbie Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:39pm PDT

    That would be an amazing adventure!

  55. Trish Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:45pm PDT

    Love to unwind with a run in the summer evening light, or an early morning paddle while the city’s waking up!

  56. Amy Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:46pm PDT

    Playing with my dog!

  57. Kim Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:47pm PDT

    Love long nature walks with the puppy and my fiancee when life gets a bit too stressful!

  58. Dale Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:48pm PDT

    Rock climbing is a great way to release tension and unwind

  59. Raia Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:49pm PDT

    I unwind by doing something active, reading a good book or visiting my parents on the Island.

  60. Cliff Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:56pm PDT

    Watching my favourite shows on tv

  61. Brenda Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:56pm PDT

    Reading a good book in the sun

  62. Jennifer Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 6:58pm PDT

    I relax by reading a book or hitting the great outdoors.

  63. Teresa K Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 7:04pm PDT

    I unwind on the computer.

  64. Brenda A Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 7:16pm PDT

    My favourite way to unwind is to sit back with the family camping near the river or ocaean and enjoy a glass of wine.

  65. Donna L Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 7:29pm PDT

    with a chai latte and some celebrity gossip rags!

  66. Bonnie R Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 7:30pm PDT

    Family, friends and a great bottle of wine !

  67. Tracy Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 7:42pm PDT

    After years of being single and finding someone ( finally!) ..what a great getaway this would be..!

  68. amy Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 7:52pm PDT

    i take a long run around the seawall!

  69. Dorothy Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 8:00pm PDT

    Stand up paddle boarding ! 🙂

  70. Hilary Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 8:12pm PDT

    I like to unwind with a book (a real paper one!)

  71. Kevin Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 8:14pm PDT

    cup of tea and a good book! (preferably overlooking the water with waves crashing in the background)

  72. Lelainia Lloyd Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 8:15pm PDT

    I unwind by hiking the wilds with my camera in hand, to capture the magic.

  73. Denise Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 8:16pm PDT

    I like to unwind by going for a walk with my daughter

  74. Kat Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 8:25pm PDT

    I like to unwind with a photo walk or a good book.

  75. Ella Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 8:31pm PDT

    Can’t remember the last time I unwound!

  76. Nancy Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 8:34pm PDT

    Ditch technology for a week/day/hour!

  77. Laura Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 8:42pm PDT

    Wine!!!

  78. Andrea Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 8:42pm PDT

    Good music and a great chair by the water. Relaxing!

  79. Lindsey M Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 8:45pm PDT

    Wine and a good book 🙂

  80. Michelle Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 9:01pm PDT

    Lounge in the yard with a good read and cup of tea!

  81. Phy Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 9:07pm PDT

    Read a good book or get a massage

  82. Leeanne Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 9:10pm PDT

    i unwind by taking my sweet dog, Carlos, for a walk along the False Creek seawall. 🙂

  83. Rebecca Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 9:13pm PDT

    Hiking and being by the ocean!

  84. Rachael Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 9:24pm PDT

    To unplug and unwind, I like to pour a glass of wine, open some dark chocolate, take my book and soak in a warm tub.

  85. Kim Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 9:45pm PDT

    Watching the sunset on the beach!

  86. Iris @muckymoo Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 9:48pm PDT

    I unwind by taking a walk at my beautiful, local waterfront park.

  87. Sarah Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 10:22pm PDT

    My favorite way to unwind is a steaming mug of coffee and some good conversation with my one and only.

  88. Lise Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 10:25pm PDT

    I unwind by walking the seawall in White Rock

  89. Tiffany Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 10:36pm PDT

    I unwind by watching mindless tv.

  90. Alex Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 11:07pm PDT

    To unwind, I go for a long walk on the beach on a hot day or stay in with a hot chocolate on a cold day.

  91. Angie Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 11:12pm PDT

    My Favourite way to unwind is seaside with a good book and a glass of wine. Ucluelet would be a great place to do so!

  92. Laurel Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 11:39pm PDT

    Love the Summer to unwind by kayaking my favorite lake at sunrise = tranquility

  93. Sonja Monday, May 13th, 2013 — 11:44pm PDT

    Sit by the ocean and enjoy the smell of the salt water in the sun 🙂

  94. debbie f Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 8:29am PDT

    A great weekend de-stress

  95. greg Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 8:30am PDT

    A great weekend away

  96. erin Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 8:30am PDT

    Getting out in nature is a wonderful way to relax!

  97. Tony Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 8:36am PDT

    I unwind by going for a walk in the park with my wife.
    (I don’t know what she does afterward to unwind from the walk.)

  98. Sean Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 8:46am PDT

    A drink and a good book on the balcony.

  99. lor Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 8:51am PDT

    Love unwinding by spending time surrounded by nature 🙂

  100. Leigh Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 9:11am PDT

    I unwind by doing something outside – preferably away from noise. I also love to read.

  101. Cheryl Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 9:25am PDT

    Hitting a quiet spot near the ocean or inside a forest helps me unwind.

  102. Ashley Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 9:25am PDT

    I relax with a glass of wine and a good book.

  103. Kyla Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 9:27am PDT

    This would be awesome!

  104. Marieke Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 9:31am PDT

    I unwind through yoga, reading in parks, being surrounded by nature and kayaking. This would be the perfect opportunity to combine all of these!

  105. jan Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 9:35am PDT

    read a book

  106. Iain Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 9:44am PDT

    A hike with my dog

  107. Marjorie Stevens Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 9:58am PDT

    Take time to walk my dog in the woods. Listening to the sounds of nature is peaceful.

  108. Marjorie Stevens Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 9:58am PDT

    Take time to walk my dog in the woods. Listening to the sounds of nature is peaceful.

  109. KC Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 10:02am PDT

    Relaxing lakeside. No phone, no computer, and a good book.

  110. Zaelia Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 10:47am PDT

    To truly unwind, I head off to a cabin with no electricity and connect with the natural rhythms of nature. A rarity but one of my favourite getaways. And I bring my knitting!

  111. Erin Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 10:59am PDT

    We love to rent a cabin somewhere on the coast, away from electricity and people

  112. Jack Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 11:09am PDT

    I just spent two very short but wonderful days at Long Beach and can’t wait to come back

  113. Amy Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 11:13am PDT

    A walk…anywhere!

  114. Jeanne Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 11:27am PDT

    Would love to unwind and relax surrounded by nature

  115. Michèle Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 11:33am PDT

    My best way to unwind is to travel and find a relaxing place to discover. Change pace, change air, experiment new thing.

  116. belinda Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 11:37am PDT

    I like to unwind by doing something that I am scared to try previously.

  117. Janet Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 11:43am PDT

    Do some yoga and take a walk around the seawall!

  118. Keeley, Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 11:57am PDT

    Walk along Boundary Bay Dyke

  119. maryanne Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 12:05pm PDT

    Love to unwind by cuddling with my love, going for long walks, and meditating.

  120. Dianna Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 12:24pm PDT

    How amazing and beautiful would this be? I’m most happiest by the water…

  121. Janis Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 12:34pm PDT

    This sounds heavenly! To unwind from caregiving, I love to be in the forest, just being there.

  122. Gary Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 12:43pm PDT

    A long hike

  123. Anne Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 12:49pm PDT

    I unwind by going for a walk, do some yoga or do a guided meditation.

  124. Greg Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 12:52pm PDT

    Winters I unwind by hitting the slopes, in the summer I like to get into the forests for a hike.

  125. Brent Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 1:10pm PDT

    Walking along Spanish Banks on a cold autumn afternoon will cure anything that ails…

  126. shari Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 1:51pm PDT

    Every September at any of the incredible Tofino/Ucluelet locales: Long Beach, Cox Bay, N/S Chesterman, or MacKenzie beaches – barefoot in the sand, watching my kids surf, going for a bike ride, a beach bonfire, hot-tubbing & gazing at the stars at night.

  127. Gina Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 2:05pm PDT

    Being in nature.

  128. Mary W Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 2:23pm PDT

    bubble bath

  129. Kathleen Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 2:28pm PDT

    We unwind by spending time outside – sitting on the patio, going for a walk, etc.

  130. Shelley Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 3:16pm PDT

    A nice long drive in the country, stopping along the way at farms to pick up cheese, fruits and veggies.

  131. lee Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 3:21pm PDT

    Relaxing in Nature

  132. Nancy Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 3:27pm PDT

    Take pictures and chill in the outdoors!!!

  133. Michelle Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 3:52pm PDT

    I like to unwind by reading a good book and also by going for a drive in my car. …Just not at the same time! 🙂

  134. Angela griffin Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 4:17pm PDT

    I would stroll along the beach.

  135. Mike Gismondi Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 4:18pm PDT

    I would relax by listening to the surf!

  136. Peter K Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 4:19pm PDT

    I would whip out my ukulele, plunk some tunes and sing.

  137. Cristal Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 4:59pm PDT

    i went to ucluelet this year during spring long weekend for the first time. It was beautiful! I also found out i was pregnant right after the trip lol maybe something was in the water 😉

  138. stacey g Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 5:19pm PDT

    I get outdoors for a hike, being surrounded by nature definitely helps me unwind!

  139. Michelle Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 6:03pm PDT

    A walk along Kits Beach. (May 25 is my Bday. this would be an awesome present)

  140. CG Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 7:00pm PDT

    Walking on a beach with no intention of turning around

  141. Swapnil Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 7:07pm PDT

    Music and traveling to nature, my favorite way to relax

  142. Iz Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 7:52pm PDT

    Listening and singing to music. Taking walks by the beach and seawall.

  143. Hayley Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 7:55pm PDT

    travelling!

  144. diana r Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 8:07pm PDT

    running

  145. Lucie B Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 — 9:58pm PDT

    I would unwind by disconnecting from the internet for the weekend (and reconnecting with the boyfriend). Bliss!

  146. Andy C. Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 5:35am PDT

    Reading.

  147. Heidi C. Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 7:57am PDT

    Read

  148. Gabriella Schmidt Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 8:41am PDT

    Going outside and filling my lungs with fresh air. I would love to spend two nights in a yurt! So cool.

  149. Shannon Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 10:48am PDT

    Make and eat a delicious meal – when camping making a beach feast!

  150. Scott hildebrandt Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 10:48am PDT

    Go for a work out! Surfing if its a long weekend

  151. erin Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 12:14pm PDT

    Long walks outside with my boyfriend.

  152. Erica Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 3:19pm PDT

    Unwind by camping. No electronics, near water & some friends. Ahh

  153. James Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 3:21pm PDT

    Sports highlights & a beer or the open road. Long road trips down to Southern California always tend to ease my mind

  154. laurel keating Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 5:06pm PDT

    I unwind by writing positive affermations and kids stories

  155. Em Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 5:19pm PDT

    music and/or massage

  156. Aimee Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 6:11pm PDT

    a book in a bath

  157. Tracy Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 6:30pm PDT

    i unwind with a massage and facial

  158. Lesli CK Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 6:30pm PDT

    I often can small batches of jam to unwind…

  159. Katie Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 6:40pm PDT

    I would relax by long walks and taking in nature

  160. Caitlin Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 8:12pm PDT

    Sitting by the ocean and getting in it (weather permitting!) is my favourite way to relax!

  161. Stephanie Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 9:00pm PDT

    To unwind, I spend time outside; going for a walk, sitting at Crescent beach or just listening to the rain.

  162. Dennis Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 9:26pm PDT

    My phone, tablet and laptop are symbiotic parts of my anatomy. I don’t know how to unplug. This would be a great trip!

  163. Glenda Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 10:42pm PDT

    I need a quiet getaway like this! I like to unwind by taking a walk along false creek

  164. cindy Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 — 10:47pm PDT

    baking bread

  165. Rebecca Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 12:57am PDT

    I unwind outdoors by doing yoga and taking my dog for a walk. Indoors, I read, sew, and watch movies.

  166. Tony Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 1:30am PDT

    To unwind, I go for a walk on the seawall

  167. Ali Davey Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 6:10am PDT

    Hitting the road, finding a quiet sport (with no cell service) an enjoying a weekend with my husband and our dogs.

  168. Radhika K Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 8:38am PDT

    I unwind with some yoga and Just Dance4, also tweeted

  169. Jeannelle Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 10:18am PDT

    To unwind I like to grab a good book, some tea, and go to the beach or a park.

  170. Melissa Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 11:29am PDT

    I like to unwind by going for a quiet drive. Radio off. Usually along the river.

  171. Kristyn Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 11:42am PDT

    I unwind with some music and a hot bath. A glass of wine doesn’t hurt either 😉

  172. Angela Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 11:53am PDT

    I unwind with a sleep in, a great book, and delicious food.

  173. tazim Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 12:22pm PDT

    I unwind by walking down to the water and just staring. 🙂

  174. KayKay Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 12:29pm PDT

    window shopping

  175. Sunshine G Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 2:13pm PDT

    Tea and a magazine…in a cafe somewhere with no baby tugging on my leg 🙂

  176. au07 Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 2:37pm PDT

    i love nature. .my way of unwinding is to go to Queen Elizabeth Park and see the beauty of nature.

  177. Tanya Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 3:44pm PDT

    I unwind by reading before bed, but am usually so tired that I only get a few pages along before I fall asleep…and then the next night I don’t remember what I’ve read, so I have to go back a few pages. Needless to say it takes me a looooooooong time to get through a book! The library makes quite a killing off of my late fees….

  178. Ross Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 4:14pm PDT

    I spend my time unwinding by hiking up the Cruch, or Golden Ears Mountain. Can’t get enough of the outdoors and being able to breathe the fresh air, and know that it is close to home.

  179. Marie K Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 5:59pm PDT

    to unwind i usually go for a quiet walk at the park after work.

  180. hilary henegar Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 6:39pm PDT

    Yoga, gardening and meditation are essential to my mental health!

  181. Lisa B Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 6:45pm PDT

    I love to go for a run and play with the kids to unwind

  182. Chris Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 6:53pm PDT

    I unwind by laying back on the sofa and catching up on social media.

  183. Jeannette Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 6:57pm PDT

    I love going for neighbourhood walks. But a hike in Ucluelet would be even better 🙂

  184. Jarred Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 7:19pm PDT

    Oh man, I love Ukee!

  185. Marga López Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 7:38pm PDT

    I would love to take the surfing lessons and enjoy the beauty of Ucluelet while at it

  186. Christina Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 7:43pm PDT

    Nothing like a good long nap, or getting lost on Pinterest for a few hours!
    A good gab session over a great cup of coffee with friends is always a nice way to kick it too.
    So many ways!!

  187. Pearl Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 8:08pm PDT

    working out or wine in a bubble bath!

  188. Stacey Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 8:09pm PDT

    Nothing like exploring the coastline and hearing the waves to help you unwind!

  189. Nicole C. Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 8:33pm PDT

    Nothing beats a cold drink and a good book in the summer!

  190. Judy Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 8:44pm PDT

    I meditate to an “ocean waves” soundtrack after my morning yoga practice! That’s my usual unwind, but I find another amazing stress buster to be volunteer work. NOTHING makes you forget your worries like giving back to others.

  191. Jeremy Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 8:44pm PDT

    During the week, take my dogs for a walk and sleep.
    Weekend, take my dogs for a walk and maybe a movie.

  192. Deb Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 9:32pm PDT

    yoga, meditation, and a glass of wine help me unplug

  193. Rio A Thursday, May 16th, 2013 — 11:21pm PDT

    to unwind, I do yoga, curl up with a good book, hang out with my siblings and catch up on my favorite TV shows. Time permitting, I try to do something active like hike or play sports with friends.

  194. Heidi Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 12:18am PDT

    A glass of wine, or three.

  195. Kyle Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 12:20am PDT

    I like to relax and unwind by watching a humorous TV program.

  196. Joanne Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 3:54am PDT

    My bf and I love to go camping or hiking to unwind! 🙂

  197. Alice Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 6:57am PDT

    I like to just turn off all technology and read. I love the quiet!

  198. Rebecca Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 7:57am PDT

    Anything outdoors!

  199. Elizabeth Sales Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 8:46am PDT

    always wanted to learn to surf, and then unwind and warm up by a cozy fire after

  200. Antonio Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 10:00am PDT

    A nice walk after dinner with my family then watch a movie at home together.

  201. catherine Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 10:57am PDT

    I unwind with a walk in the forest and unplug by not taking the smart phone!

  202. Wally Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 11:21am PDT

    I go fishing.

  203. Darcy D Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 12:00pm PDT

    Being able to “unplug” from the grid is reducing my stress level just thinking about it.

  204. Janey Chiu Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 12:30pm PDT

    I unwind by doing outdoor activities + sipping on a glass of wine!

  205. Mae Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 2:34pm PDT

    Find a quiet corner of greenspace to read in the sunshine. Or if it’s rainy, curl up on a comfy couch with hot tea and my cat and a good book.

  206. Vince Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 4:13pm PDT

    I walk my dog!

  207. Iris Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 6:28pm PDT

    I unwind by taking a leisurely walk around the neighbourhood

  208. Deni Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 8:07pm PDT

    I unwind with a hot drink and a great book.

  209. Justin Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 9:14pm PDT

    Playing Soccer with my kids.

  210. Laureen Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 11:26pm PDT

    I generally unwind by getting active or reading a book 🙂

  211. K Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 11:57pm PDT

    turning off the phone 🙂

  212. janelle Friday, May 17th, 2013 — 11:58pm PDT

    I unwind with hot yoga and exercise!

  213. Kathleen Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 12:22am PDT

    I go for a long walk.

    Thank you!

  214. Katie Borrett Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 6:05am PDT

    I unwind by going for long walks near the ocean.

  215. sheryl stephenson Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 8:27am PDT

    go for a run!

  216. Kristine Mikkelsen Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 9:05am PDT

    I like to unwind by getting away with my sweetheart Derrik. Relaxing with nature, time away from work, oh yeah, and a cold corona in hand.

  217. Natalie Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 10:05am PDT

    My hubby helps me remember to unplug. He reminds me to put my phone down haha. I also like to unwind by reading a good novel or sitting in our backyard on a sunny day after work.

  218. Gary Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 10:12am PDT

    I close the door and turn the music up real loud and do some air guitar

  219. Varley Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 10:36am PDT

    I unwind by playing my guitar….in solitude.

  220. Ray Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 10:37am PDT

    Riding my bike

  221. ag. Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 10:43am PDT

    I unwind by unplugging! Put my phone down, turn off the computer and spend quality time with my family.
    Great contest, thanks for the opportunity!

  222. Kathy Powelson Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 10:43am PDT

    To unwind, I play mindless games on my iPad, when I lived in Kits I would walk on the beach, in South Burnaby, I take my dogs for trail walks

  223. Sarah Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 11:07am PDT

    I take a nap!

  224. miranda Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 11:26am PDT

    Hiking and picking berries works for me, I miss Vancouver Island.

  225. Lisanne Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 11:27am PDT

    You had me at surfing lessons. Sitting on a beach is the best way to unwind.

  226. Kristina Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 12:08pm PDT

    Love to relax with coffee and a good book

  227. Michelle W. Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 12:38pm PDT

    Relax on a blanket in the sun in a park with friends. Frisbee and barbecue perhaps as well.

  228. Cyndi Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 12:52pm PDT

    A warm bath and then a good book.
    Great prize – surfing is on my bucket list

  229. Joe Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 12:56pm PDT

    I like to relax by working in my garden

  230. Robert Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 3:50pm PDT

    i unwind by playing the piano or reading a book

  231. Darcy Goodrich Saturday, May 18th, 2013 — 4:25pm PDT

    Mani pedi

  232. Sharon Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 9:41am PDT

    A beach chair and a large umbrella at Centennial Beach in Delta. Pick a spot with a log for a footrest and I’m set!

  233. Edmond Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 4:55pm PDT

    Pick me, pick me! Your next winner!!! Show me the money!!! I unwind by reading at library because I am poor. . I have always wanted to go there. I heard it is beautiful there. My childhood dream to see it since. It would be a dream come true and means more to me than anyone else to win. Starving artist here desperately needs this trip to have fun and feel alive and inspired again. A life changing experience. Top of my bucket list. Thank you for the awesomeness, the contest, and generousity

  234. Puck Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 7:19pm PDT

    Oh god I would like this. Please!

  235. Puck Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 7:20pm PDT

    Oops! The rest of my comment got eaten. I unwind with a good book on a patio.

  236. Chrysta Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 7:23pm PDT

    I relax by going for a walk but if that doesn’t work a glass of wine usually does the trick!

  237. Melanie Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 7:38pm PDT

    Reading, or boot camp classes. Depends what I need to unwind from! 😉

  238. Bettina Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 7:57pm PDT

    My favourite way to unwind is a good hike with my dog, or if it is really miserable outside, I unwind with a movie or a book on the couch with a bowl of Haagen Daaz ice cream (Vanilla Swiss Almond).

  239. Ruby Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 8:14pm PDT

    A walk in a quiet park

  240. Emily Dunlay Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 8:20pm PDT

    I like to unwind by going for a walk or hike in nature

  241. Anna Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 8:22pm PDT

    I go for a run

  242. Karen Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 8:41pm PDT

    A cup o tea, a good book and some great music playing. That’s how I like to unwind.

  243. Amy Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 9:06pm PDT

    Yes please! I would love to win and get off the grid and really relax for a few days!

  244. Kevin Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 10:27pm PDT

    Love just sitting & listening to the waves crash against the shore.

  245. dutedute Sunday, May 19th, 2013 — 10:46pm PDT

    listening to music and stretching out

  246. Abby Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 10:32am PDT

    I like to unwind by eating a snack/meal outside on the patio.

  247. Jenny Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 1:45pm PDT

    The worst part of university is the stress but thank goodness we live in beautiful BC. I love how we can just walk out of campus to a such beautiful scenery and nature! I usually love to have my ipod going but sometimes, especially in the spring/summer, I just want to hear the birds chirp.

  248. Lindz Marsh Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 3:05pm PDT

    Would love to stroll along Long Beach, surf the waves, marvel at the wilds surrounding us, and honour the First Nations who have lived and loved this land for centuries.

  249. Tracy Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 7:05pm PDT

    Hot chocolate and a mindless movie.

  250. anna Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 8:04pm PDT

    wine and a romantic (chick flick) movie

  251. bal Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 8:08pm PDT

    playing sports like soccer

  252. Adelina Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 8:13pm PDT

    I love to unwind in a hot bath, some yoga and some trashy reality TV.

  253. linda Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 8:17pm PDT

    I unwind watching something entertaining on television with my husband. See why we could use this getaway.

  254. Javier D Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 8:35pm PDT

    Key to unwinding ; get out of the city once a month. Ukee and Tofino are great spots for this!

  255. Cathy Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 8:59pm PDT

    Being outdoors with the sound of the ocean is my favourite way to unwind.

  256. Tiffany Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 9:17pm PDT

    I watch tv.

  257. richard w Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 10:41pm PDT

    MY girlfriend and I do yoga and ride our bikes to unwind

  258. cindy Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 11:01pm PDT

    bake bread

  259. Yutaka Monday, May 20th, 2013 — 11:36pm PDT

    working out at the gym

  260. Doug Grant Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 9:22am PDT

    I like to unwind with long walks on the beach.

  261. Harv Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 10:26am PDT

    working out

  262. Jag Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 10:57am PDT

    I meditate

  263. Dennis L. Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 11:34am PDT

    Getaway would be awesome. Not sure my wife would like the surf lessons though! Lol!

  264. Ro Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 11:52am PDT

    I just started meditating before going to bed. Amazing!

  265. Aiden Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 12:33pm PDT

    I unwind by watching TV

  266. Elysia S Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 12:33pm PDT

    I like to soak in the sun to unwind

  267. GAIL WHITWORTH Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 12:53pm PDT

    The roar of the ocean lulls me to complacency.

  268. Nicky F Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 2:01pm PDT

    Right now I unwind by being in the gym (including surf lessons indoors at steve nash!). I would love to get to actually try for real!

  269. Melissa Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 3:15pm PDT

    Yes please!

  270. Jayne Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 4:17pm PDT

    I’d LOVE to go!!!!

  271. Bill Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 5:30pm PDT

    scotch

  272. Fiona Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 6:33pm PDT

    Long walk on a rainy beach – turn your phone off 🙂

  273. Gurj Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 9:43pm PDT

    jogging

  274. Sandy Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 9:51pm PDT

    I cook!

  275. Sandy Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 — 11:34pm PDT

    I run, do yoga, anything that is ME based!! we have to be selfish sometimes to allow ourselves to relax!!

  276. Shawn Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013 — 9:56am PDT

    Water aerobics, walking on the seawall and good friends.

  277. Hannah Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013 — 10:23am PDT

    A fave way to unplug is to go for a bike ride sans cell phone/iPod

  278. Nick S Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013 — 1:53pm PDT

    Would love to win!

  279. Adrienne Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013 — 3:47pm PDT

    Love a good walk in the woods or by the water.

  280. Gary Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013 — 5:49pm PDT

    This would be so great

  281. Moshe Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013 — 9:39pm PDT

    Hiking

  282. Lor. Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013 — 9:40pm PDT

    Jogging

  283. Eileen Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013 — 11:19pm PDT

    I go for a walk by the beach

  284. erin Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 8:12am PDT

    Riding a bike around stanley park can be relaxing.

  285. Shannon Mac Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 8:40am PDT

    I like to sit by the water with a coffee or glass of wine and contemplate life, otherwise camping with no electronics!

  286. Patricia Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 9:47am PDT

    My daughter is coming out for a vacation and we want to go to Ucluelet to take surf lessons!! This is a must see for her BC vacation from Ontario! I have only been there
    once, and would love to win this for our trip.
    Big Beautiful BC

  287. Azin Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 9:49am PDT

    My favorite cup of tea and coffee shop indie on songza

  288. Angela Mitchell Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 9:54am PDT

    I like to go for a walk/hike on a beach or nature trail.

  289. bekki Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 9:55am PDT

    i unwind with a good scary book.

  290. Angela Mitchell Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 9:55am PDT

    https://twitter.com/skyalive1976/status/337612713956106241

  291. Ramona Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 10:01am PDT

    I unwound last weekend by going to Ucluelet; would love to go again!

  292. lee Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 10:05am PDT

    i like to unwind on the beach with a cold beverage

  293. Natalie Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 10:05am PDT

    We like to go camping to unwind and get away from it all.

  294. Erica Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 10:07am PDT

    i unwind with an uninterrupted nap – cell phones off!

  295. Sarah N Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 10:11am PDT

    A long walk with the dog is the best break in a hard day!

  296. Jenn Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 10:20am PDT

    I love the Tofino and Ucluelet area!
    I unwind by spending time outside.

  297. Loraine Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 12:20pm PDT

    I unplug by sitting on the couch, looking over English bay with a good book! (and a glass of wine!)

  298. Claire Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 3:35pm PDT

    i drink tea & read to unwind.

  299. Shirley Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 5:17pm PDT

    I like to do yoga to unwind.

  300. Nicole Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 — 5:19pm PDT

    read, watch a brainless movie to unwind, or go for a walk to unwind

  301. Stephanie S Friday, May 24th, 2013 — 9:31am PDT

    I unwind my doing the seawall, or heading to jericho beach with a good book and soak up the sun. Roadtrips are also a goodway to unwind

  302. Heather Friday, May 24th, 2013 — 11:45am PDT

    Yurt! Fantastic.

  303. Zoe Friday, May 24th, 2013 — 6:16pm PDT

    I unwind in a nice warm bath.
    Though westcoast walks are even better.

  304. Linds Friday, May 24th, 2013 — 10:20pm PDT

    Get out of town!

  305. wai man Saturday, May 25th, 2013 — 4:05pm PDT

    luv to go . i ‘ll cook & clean

  306. Mag Monday, May 27th, 2013 — 3:16pm PDT

    I watch TV.

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