By Meghan Unadkat

Global News

Posted September 24, 2026 4:54 pm

1 min read

New Airbnb data shows British Columbians are staying closer to home this fall.

B.C. rural destinations are gaining in popularity, including Haida Gwaii, Powell River on the Sunshine Coast and Colwood on Vancouver Island.

According to data compiled by Airbnb, travellers are especially drawn to the beautiful scenery across the province, with domestic destination searches up 40 per cent over the last year.

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