Holiday season is upon us and like many things in 2020, it will likely look a little different this year. As we focus our attention closer to home, and find ways to celebrate with those closest to us, experiences have new importance.

For businesses, it鈥檚 equally important to share gratitude with their clients and team members. With that in mind, we鈥檝e put together a holiday gift list that鈥檚 local, inspired and above all, filled with !

1. The Gift of Adventure 鈥� With its dramatic landscape of ocean, mountains and forest, southwest British Columbia is home to some of North America鈥檚 most exhilarating . From wildlife tours to snowmobiling through the Whistler backcountry, there鈥檚 something for everyone 鈥� all that鈥檚 needed is a thirst for adventure!
2. The Gift of an In-town Getaway 鈥� Whether it鈥檚 a weekend to explore Vancouver鈥檚 finest attractions or time away to simply relax, a getaway is a gift that never goes out of style! Just in time for the holidays, the iconic is offering a special . Recipients will enjoy a stay in a traditional room, including complimentary parking and wifi. Located in the heart of the city centre, the Wall Centre is the ideal base to explore popular destinations like Stanley Park, Canada Place, Yaletown and Robson Street, or as you soak in the breathtaking city skyline through floor-to-ceiling windows. Dine in at the West Coast-inspired Caf茅 One or head out to sample the city鈥檚 renowned culinary scene, then finish the night at Bar One, specializing in craft beers, fine wines and single-malt scotches. For those purchasing multiple packages, further savings of up to 20 per cent are available 鈥� email sales@wallcentre.com to learn more.

   

3. The Gift of Fine Food 鈥� For the foodies on your list, you can鈥檛 go wrong with good food! A night out at one of the Greater Vancouver鈥檚 is always welcome, and with the Dine Out Vancouver Festival returning Jan. 15 to Feb. 12, there鈥檚 no better time to savour something new!

   

4. The Gift of Good Cheer 鈥� Wine and craft beer fans find a lot to love in the Lower Mainland, and there鈥檚 no better way to indulge that passion than with a knowledgeable guide and built-in designated driver! Join the team at for behind-the-scenes access to celebrated local breweries, including the option of walking tours of Gastown pubs and the Brewery Creek neighbourhood. Or, mix it up with s, where choices include a four-winery tour, a craft brewery tour and for those with eclectic tastes, a Mashup Tour including a beer flight, sips at Vancouver鈥檚 only urban winery, and a nightcap at a local distillery.
5. The Gift of Rejuvenation 鈥� After a year like no other, a passport to relaxation may be the gift they remember long after the calendar has brushed away the last of 2020. From the spectacular outdoor to the soothing springs at , this is where relaxation brings rejuvenation.
6. The Gift of Fishing 鈥� or Fairways 鈥� Enjoying outdoor pursuits year-round is a cornerstone of the BC experience for both locals and visitors alike. For , sought-after possibilities range from courses high in the mountains to lush green fairways winding through the fertile Fraser Valley. Really, there鈥檚 no end to the possibilities for the golfers on your holiday list! For , tall tales are just an adventure away, whether they鈥檙e dropping their line for salmon or dreaming of sturgeon on the mighty Fraser.
7. The Gift of Exploration 鈥� From the to the storied history of to the science that ties it all together, those who like to ask 鈥淲hy?鈥� will love the attractions awaiting discovery in and around Greater Vancouver. Better yet, gift certificates to museums, galleries, and, yes, , are always the right size!

   

8. The Gift of Indulgence 鈥� The best gift is often one they wouldn鈥檛 give themselves 鈥� a true indulgence. Did anyone say on the Sea-to-Sky?! For those who prefer a bird鈥檚-eye view, a trip offers a view of the city like no other.

No matter your budget or holiday list, consider the gift of an experience they鈥檒l remember long after 2020.