International Stage Lines

06/07/2024

When travel was an adventure.

The original Cape Horne / slocan Bluffs on the 1928 Slocan City to Silverton Road. See the other picture of this amazing road carved out of the rock cliffs of Slocan Lake almost a century ago now.

BC Archives.

06/05/2024

Our very own Lisa Simon, IITA CEO, was honored to represent the U.S. inbound travel industry at the 14th U.S.-China Tourism Leadership Summit, held in Xi’an, Shaanxi, China, from May 21 to 23, 2024.

The summit was a fantastic platform for fostering international tourism partnerships and discussing future opportunities. One of the major takeaways was the strong commitment from Chinese leaders to boost outbound tourism to America by an impressive 125% of peak 2019 numbers by 2026!

Read more about this promising development here: https://inboundtravel.org/yes-china-intends-to-be-back/

06/05/2024

USA West to East

Interstate 90
Route 20
Route 6

05/17/2024

Day trip...

05/07/2024

My ( Brad ) office for the next 3 hours. Hyatt Regency Vancouver .... getting prepped for RVC 2024 in Edmonton next week. GO CANUCKS

01/19/2024

Leave the winter driving to a professional.

01/18/2024

Go as a group...

🏞️🌊 Discover hidden gems along the Washington State coast 👉https://tripmemos.com/attractions-along-the-washington-state-coast/

12/21/2023

We at ISL are all saddened with the passing of Darren, we will miss him greatly, and we wish to extend our condolences to Karen and Mackenzie, Family and Friends.

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It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Darren Young on November 24, 2023.

Devoted husband to Karen, his wife of 37 years and beloved father to Mackenzie. Predeceased by his mother Sally and survived by his father Dan and brother Chris (Tina). He will be deeply missed by his many nieces and nephews, extended family members and friends.

Darren will forever be remembered for his boisterous laugh, enthusiastic dance moves, his easy-going nature and glass half full attitude. He was a true sports fanatic. A gifted athlete, coach, and fan. He was selected by the Canadian Soccer Association to play on the National Youth Team; a knee injury sidelined him in Europe but his passion for the sport kept him on the playing fields well into his 50's. Darren was particularly proud to have had the opportunity to coach his son's soccer and hockey teams. Later, he would run into one of the young men in the neighbourhood and his face would light up as they called out "Hey Coach!"

His career in the charter bus industry, most recently as President of International Stage Lines, spanned more than 30 years. His integrity, mentorship and dedication forged many long-lasting relationships with both colleagues and the tourism community.

A recent house move to Lonsdale Quay was a bucket list wish come true. Sitting on the balcony watching the unparalleled city, harbour and mountain views, listening to loud 70's rock was his idea of Heaven.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday January 6, 2024 at 1:00pm at the Stanley Park Pavilion, 610 Pipeline Rd Vancouver.

To write a condolence to the family, please visit

www.mckenziefuneralservices.com

11/03/2023

Day Trip

Every year from October to January, the Harrison River witnesses the incredible return of spawning salmon, making it Canada's first certified salmon stronghold. This ecologically rich river is a haven for salmon and home for tens of thousands of wintering bald eagles. The journey of these incredible fish from saltwater to freshwater starts in mid-October and continues until the end of November - don't miss the spectacle at Weaver Creek Spawning Channel. Additionally, experience the wonder of the salmon cycle on the Eagle Walk at Sandpiper Resort, or for an immersive adventure, hop aboard a scenic + educational tour with Harrison Eco Tours!

To learn more about , visit http://hrvtr.ee/!

Photo Credit:

10/31/2023

10/31/2023

A great day for touring.

10/31/2023

... Quick stop at Montana's Tsawwassen Mills to shop and pickup local guides for city tour, The group travelled From Victoria, and heading to Vancouver for last night, before flying home tomorrow.

10/18/2023

Road Trip!!

Fraser Canyon Highway, 1960
Travel British Columbia: Tight driving. A taste of driving on the Fraser Canyon Highway (a.k.a. Cariboo Road) around the Alexandra Bridge/China Bar sections in 1960.
Traffic congestion likely due to tunnel construction.
The photo was taken during the period of significant improvements to this section of the Trans-Canada Highway (Hwy. 1) from 1957-64.
[Source: Vanishing British Columbia website; Photographer unknown]

10/04/2023

Partnership.

09/13/2023

The Babe in Stanley Park. 1926.

08/15/2023

A real Whistler road trip.

Sea to Sky Highway, 1957

Credit : © West Vancouver Memorial Library

08/03/2023

Taking the scenic route....

Sea to Sky Highway - 1957
The Sea to Sky Highway -- connecting Vancouver, Squamish and Whistler along Howe Sound -- has come a long way since 1957. Mount Garibaldi (left) and the Stawamus Chief (centre) are prominent landmarks.

Credit to: https://www.flickr.com/photos/tranbc/7096589371/

07/25/2023

MCI Courier Intercity Coach, guessing at about 1946-1949 model year.

SECHELT MOTOR TRANSPORT LTD
Serving The Sunshine Coast during 1960's

07/25/2023

3 things you don't see much of these days...

1. Dodge Bluebird
2. Uniformed Taxi Driver
3. Dispatch radio box on lamp post.

I am impressed with the fellow's posture, standing at attention when speaking with his dispatcher... respect.

07/14/2023

Our first Mini Coach , circa 1986'ish

06/19/2023

Just another dam photo...

📸 Barb Reed

06/05/2023

The Greyhound bus negotiating the old Cape Horn Bluffs (above Slocan Lake) back in the day. See the picture I added to the comments below of this same spot during upgrades.

Lost Kootenays Archives.

01/26/2023

We encourage people riding on medium and large highway buses (buses over 4,536 kg) that when seatbelts have been provided, they fasten them.

Seatbelts have a strong and proven record of saving lives, by helping prevent passengers from being ejected during a collision or rollover. It is extremely important that passengers buckle up.

As of July 2018, Transport Canada requires that highway buses built on Sept. 1, 2020 or later, provide seatbelts. More from Transport Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2018/07/transport-canada-to-make-seat-belts-mandatory-on-highway-buses.html

01/11/2023

https://youtu.be/V4VviEIcdNI

Winter Driving by MCI J4500 Motor Coach to Mt Baker Ski Area at night, video is from 2019.

Brought an MCI J4500 up to Mount Baker Ski Resort on 2/22/19. This was a short video of the driving conditions that night. Enjoy the sounds of the bus from i...

12/15/2022

.... GO GREYHOUND, AND LEAVE THE DRIVING TO US ... Their slogan in the 1950's, which still works today for all bus companies.

Traveling behind the Greyhound Bus in the Fraser Canyon circa 1950's.

BC Transportation and Infrastructure.