Looking for that perfect island escape? Gabriola Island is calling. 🌊✨ Just a short ferry ride from downtown Nanaimo, this little slice of paradise delivers everything you didn’t know you needed. Wander through peaceful forests that feel like a deep breath, stop at roadside farm stands where you can actually see where your goodies came from, and meet locals who make you feel like part of the community from the moment you arrive. 🐐🌲 Gabriola is equal parts laid-back charm and creative spark. Q

🌿✨ The Hidden Gem of the Gulf Islands — Discover Gabriola Island 🇨🇦 Just a 20-minute ferry ride from Nanaimo, Gabriola Island feels like stepping into a slower, more creative world — where forest trails meet artist studios, sandstone cliffs, and beaches that glow at sunset. 🌊 🎨 Known as the “Isle of the Arts”, Gabriola is a haven for painters, sculptors, and dreamers. Spend a day exploring local galleries, biking through quiet country roads, or kayaking along the island’s rugged coastline.