ARE SMALL TOWNS OPEN TO TOURISTS?

To discover if small towns are open to travel and tourists, I stayed at the Prestige Radium Hot Springs Resort: www.prestigehotelsandresorts....
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[@corinnahaverlandt705]

You have a great family! 💓👍

[@TheARGblue]

I would love to be traveling again. However, I’ve got underlying health issues so I have to be smart. I love that your taking these trips with your sister. This is something I would have love to have done with my brother before he passed away. I’m living vicariously through y’all!

[@robyoungquist5803]

Trust me when I say this .... these memories you are making now with your family during your “sunny days” will uplift you during your “dark days” when you’re much much older. Cherish them! 😉

[@DownieLive]

Thanks Rob.

[@kokoken1]

This series should be a real boost to small-town tourism in BC even after the world reopens.

[@jerryeuro6081]

Downie you are awesome. Always great energy on your videos. Love to watch and explore new area with you. It’s giving me idea where to go next. Can’t wait for another destination. Be safe!!!!

[@treytracytravel]

I love the mini-golf tradition. Our family has a tradition of always finding a mini-golf place to play any time we go on vacation. Fun, simple times spent together.

[@MartaCYoungblood]

Another amazing video, Mike. I also think it is incredible that you can travel with your family right now. Helping educate people how to travel in this brave new world is important, especially for those of us who NEED to travel. Keep the videos coming please. 😁

[@catzass00]

This is prob my favourite video (they are all good). The wonderful dynamics between your family is just wonderful and I can’t stop smiling.

[@jasonflowers5842]

You're family is so precious !!! So refreshing to seeing anyone loving and cherishing you father and mother ❤️❤️❤️ and sis.

[@Asl-md5pr]

Watching this video is like, I’m enjoying along with you guys. Best part watching Jess having a fun. Great family video. 👌👌👌

[@kevinmadison7955]

Enjoyable and heartwarming because you're including your family and, again, what good sports they are! Excellent camera work which I'm sure is not as easy as it looks! However, that's a tribute to both your creative and technological talents. Another winner, Mike! Keep 'em coming!

[@petemichael6883]

Mike, You just gave me a great boost. Radium is one of my favorite places in the world. I told you we actually slept outside under a shelter the first time, but subsequent visits we were in hotel/motel on the mountainside looking down at the pools. At this point that has been over 60 years. Having your family along on this journey makes it evident to me why from the first time I watched you I knew you were special. You can see the love.

[@erikblomstedt9089]

Hey, love to see you with your sister. I’m 75 lost my sister when she was 21 and I was in Vietnam. Love your whole series especially trains across Canada. Wonderful family,.

[@katecarnes3624]

You all have so much fun as a family....I adore you & your family Mike!! Keep up the wonderful work & videos!!

[@TM-qj4yr]

This is so wonderful to see your family spending quality time together during Covid and doing it safely. The scenery is awesome. Thank you for downloading.

[@chuckles_k]

Thanks again Mike for taking us on yet another adventure. Keep on doing what you're doin'. The scenery is beautiful!

[@michaelformaini7053]

Looking forward to this next episode of Mike's travels with his sister. Great to see the rapid increase in the number of subscribers.

[@billgoeckel6344]

Brought back some great memories for me. I remember climbing up that hill as a very young child to sit in those old hot springs exactly where you were. Was there 4 years ago with my Family from Austria, things have changed but the scenery is still beautiful . Thanks again Mike

[@jmbtrain1]

Always enjoy your travel videos. Thank you for the fun in your family 😊

[@jadedavis822]

Makes me really want to go , seemed fun ...great family and thanks for the tag along!❤️

[@DarkpawTheWolf]

Your videos are so fun, Mike. Thanks for all the great adventures.

[@DownieLive]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@patmiranda3823]

Its really a great idea to travel with family . Nice seeing you guys enjoying.

[@carlmuhm3896]

Mike, I live in hot springs South Dakota and your springs beat us by temperature and so much more. ❤️❤️❤️ The family traveling together, spending time together which is rare. Thank you for sharing all the fun that you're having. Have a great week

[@barbdouglass2293]

Love your energy Mike. You've brightened up my day.

[@bhepner1]

Great fun! Your family is great! Thanks for sharing.

[@michaelformaini7053]

Well I came in late to the livestream so had to press the replay button, but, hey Mike, you have it much better than we poor folk down in locked-down Melbourne. We were supposed to be set free next weekend, but it looks like an extension is likely. Anyway, whatever happens, it will be great to be able to go for a road trip again, even if some places are closed or there are irksome procedures to go through. You were blessed to find that natural hot spring near the Fairmont (better value than the resort pool) and the family mini-golf was heart warming to watch. The hoops you had to go through to access the hotel pool, gym and restaurant could be tiresome for some people but at least you had access. The world has changed so much and a lot of people have lost their jobs and their sanity. Yes, it is worth checking out the small towns once the opportunity comes. Looking forward to Cranbrook next week as I was there two years ago staying with my friend Kevin in his home on 6th Street South and saw the rail museum adjacent to the resort you stayed at. I bet the old Canadian Sleeper Car will be a great reveal. Thanks again for sharing so much of your lovely homeland and congratulations on the ever expanding subscriber list. I'm sure your channel has put a great deal of hope for a positive future for so many people that follow you and, possibly, has saved a few lives as well. Cheers from Michael.

[@dianeboileau2026]

I love your videos! I have been to Radium but it was many moons ago when I was a child. As a well seasoned adult I need to go there! You and your family have so much fun and I love it! Thanks for sharing your experiences!

[@heathertruskinger6214]

Yet another wonderful video. It's great to see you and your family having so much fun 😊

[@mdgordon85]

Loved seeing you with your family. We can travel, we just need to travel smart. I wish more places would adopt the “reserve the pool” model you shared. Be safe!

[@joshandallo2170]

I was in Radium Hot Springs back in January 2020, but the springs were closed because of repairs. But I did swing by Fairmont Hot Springs and soaked in the warm water. The Columbia Valley is such a beautiful place! :)

[@kristianaldrin]

Those drone shots are 🔥 another great video Mike! Saturdays with Mike !

[@jamesdickson6504]

Hey Mike - watching your travels makes me want to travel to BC again but I will have to wait for the boarders to open. Thanks for sharing all your adventures.

[@karenmackie9665]

The hot springs remind me of the hot springs of western Colorado..but without the stinky smell! Heaven!

[@Shaneodell35]

I've enjoyed your channel for a long tine. thank you

[@pamdleve]

You and your family are awesome. Also you have tons of memories from your trips.

[@verasileikis17]

Excellent video, Michael! Thank you, again. I didn’t enjoy traveling much pre-covid, except by train from Ontario to BC with my own little roomette. Post covid will hopefully find me heading out there in Prestige class! When you were editing this, I’m sure you didn’t intend to make your parents look like little kids, (2:30 & 2:48), but it made me laugh anyway. 😅

[@keremyildirim627]

I liked this video so much , lovely family and happy people . Thank you for sharing this video .Waiting your new videos.

[@joannacruciat5922]

To travel or not to travel? Definitely travel! There’s so much of this gorgeous place we live in that I haven’t seen yet... and you make it look so fun 👍😊

[@DownieLive]

That’s the idea! 😉😄

[@jesschidianyanwu4611]

Just discovered your channel and have been watching it as a family. You’ve made us proud of being from BC! Keep up the good work 👍🏿 Also your parents are adorable ❤️

[@DownieLive]

Awesome! Thank you! They're so great. I'm so happy to hear you've been watching as a family 🤗

[@debbydhill]

Great trip, looked like such fun! I wouldn't mind traveling with the restrictions. I think it's quite humbling. We didn't realize how good it was. Looking forward to the future.... and of course your next adventure!

[@loganheiditruman1289]

When I was a kid we would camp at Redstreek Campground just outside Radium. From the campground you could walk into town or walk along the mountain to the hot springs. Probably some of my favourite memories as a kid.

[@HedyB]

June 1, 2020 Left Grand Bend, Ontario with my Teardrop Trailer. Trans Canada highway to Kelowna BC. Stayed at Truckstops & campgrounds as they opened. Perfect time to travel. Arrived home on August 15👍

[@amcab1625]

Thank you! Inspiring as usual. And yes, want to travel mucho! 😍

[@lindajoy7208]

What a great time. Beautiful places.

[@bertadelaudebri7179]

Thanks for sharing your adventure during Covid-19...personally, I'm quite secure in traveling in Atlantic Canada. For the most part, we feel the same with respect to eventual travels across the country. Definitely "not ready and insecure" for any types of excursions or travels into the USA...

[@DownieLive]

Thanks for sharing! I'd agree with you.

[@sunniclark6827]

I love WAY south...but you make me want to see NORTH! Thanks for sharing scenery I'll never get to see in real life!

[@ronahmann6980]

Another fun video Mike. It really is great that you are able to spend time with your family!! Your recent videos make me think that I need to explore more of my own state of Minnesota here in the US since I am unable to travel out of the country.

[@DownieLive]

Absolutely! Go discover what Minnesota has to offer!

[@annetyrrell2189]

I have been watching your channel during COVID and the lockdown up here. It was great to "travel" with you. I like videos like this because I am travelling soon and I am starting to see what I can expect.

[@DownieLive]

Awesome, thank you!

[@rockinwitht9948]

Love the videos, keep them coming!!

[@alexjohnson8209]

Always love ur videos downie you ave a nice family.

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

Re travel during pandemic... I am really pleased that you and the service providers are taking the Covid precautions seriously. I hope you and your senior family members stay safe. The video makes me feel better for those that are travelling in Canada. But no, when Covid hit in February, my wife and I took it super seriously and are isolating at home now for 10 months. We are lucky. We have a large pleasant home and the financial means to have anything we want delivered. We are grateful for our situation and know that many others are not in this position. At least we are two less people out there risking the spread so in some small way we are contributing.

[@deborahcabot3100]

I have been travelling! Been to BC stayed in Creston, Kelowna and Radium. We were happy to be there and BC seemed happy to have us.

[@teresasbigopinion5304]

I've said it before, but I totally love your adorable, wholesome family. I've started to travel a little bit, just within my state. I live in NY and I still wouldn't go to the city, but being upstate and in the Adirondack region is relatively safe.

[@PRCColdtestament]

Awesome video. It's obvious that this trip's destinations were not pre-determined since you drove a good distance to find a hot springs closed. I appreciate you showing how you missed the sign saying it was closed -- LOL. Thanks for keeping up the great work.

[@suefalls1600]

Loads of fun❣️sweet family💗💗💗💗

[@vickiebartnicki4216]

My family takes mini golf real serious too. We are competitive also. All in fun.. Enjoying watching all your videos. Glad I found you channel.

[@DownieLive]

That is awesome!

[@OhioTravelswithKris]

According to Niagara Falls Ca- the border is still closed to non-essential traffic..

[@DownieLive]

Yeah... It still is. But I think this video is relevant to both Canadian and American small towns. We just can't go visit each other, yet.

[@OhioTravelswithKris]

@@DownieLive yeah unfortunately. What are your top 3 tips on KZbin channel growth?

[@luizgustavolima]

Love you, Downie family! Hello from Brasília, Brazil!

[@actemple3282]

super cool video thanks for sharing I love to go there hang out in one of the baths

[@ericsturniolo]

British Columbia on the bucket list of things to see! It looks so beautiful up there!

[@kylebailey6333]

You have a beautiful family. Great definition of family fun 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@svfdreports204]

Love the videos with family -your sister is a real hoot!

[@ardenmiller8591]

As always awesome !

[@DownieLive]

Thanks Arden!

[@andrewgreenwood8727]

It's been to many years since I was in british columbia, it's so magical & beautiful beyond words ! I normally come over to ski in Fernie , & sunshine village nr banff ! Fernie is my favourite though ! But I've never been in the summer ☀️so hopefully on my 60th birthday I'm going to come over in the summer time with my gorgeous wife Claire. Vaccine permitted or once this dreadful Covid 19 has loosened it's grip on us all !! Love what you guys are doing as a family ! Makes magical viewing ! Looking forward to watching more of you guys !! 👌👍☀️🤙🤸⛷️

[@deichkind1974]

Thanks for this great video. It seems that you 4 have had a lot of fun there and it looks so nice there. I don't want to travel in these times because I belong to the risk group and want to avoid any risk. Stay safe and take care. I am looking forward to the next video

[@corinnahaverlandt705]

Thank you Mike!

[@teresaoneill7954]

I just discovered you and your videos. I’m loving every video. My plan this summer is to travel to your area. I kind of hope it’s quiet but want things to get back to normal or as close as we can. Anyway love your channel.

[@DownieLive]

Thanks so much, Teresa, and welcome to the channel!

[@schwags1969]

Yay, your family is awesome.

[@harryroberts556]

We're locked down for the meantime in Australia, its good to see people up and about though.

[@livinlikegavin8066]

Made me want to travel more! Can’t wait to come back to Canada....as soon as we’re allowed back lol

[@araficle4448]

Awesome videos I been to radium hot springs the hot springs are great I also been to faramount hot springs and Lussier hot springs would recommended all of them but if you don’t like the bad smell go to radium keep up the good videos

[@mrnormal7554]

Happy family and fun are two things one wants in life. And u got both.💚 from India.

[@Garylee17]

Very nice video mike!!

[@mistysissell9467]

The can s in the holes where the golf balls goes. That messes the game up.👍

[@LaurenH100]

I'm in Ontario and can not WAIT to get back to to B.C. Your family is so cute, y'all have the best energy!! Subbed instantly !

[@DownieLive]

Ahhh 🤗 thanks!

[@elainesandman9874]

I traveled during this, but chose places I had seen that kept their reputations before! Or had reliable info about their health cautions they knew were needed and referrals that said they kept them. Does that make sense? I must give a shout out to Alaska airlines before, during and after they in my opinion have always created a crisp, fresh, clean, safe environment. Their crews and all staff are super, professional, personable, safety conscious. If it were possible I'd fly with them anywhere! Thanks 😊👍 for this incredible heart warming post!

[@yelyint5620]

Those beautiful shots of sunlight penetrating through the clouds do feel like the angels' rays coming from the Heaven. Simply divine.

[@lalruatdikavarte7943]

Nice video and very informative and very entertaining and very satisfaction. Save to travel 😊😊.

[@christopherhood9241]

popped in there for lunch last year after skiing in fernie whilst driving to lake louise

[@MetricMod]

I’ve been watching a long time and one thing I wanted to mention is how amazing your drone footage is. Always meant to mention that. I know it’s not easy to get great shots

[@DownieLive]

Wow! No, it’s not easy. Thanks for noticing

[@telus6429]

Hello Mike, the travels look great. I like how BC and Alberta has so much for people to do, with in that great area, and lots of great views. Here in Southern Ontario, you have some of the regular spots, but some are major tourist attractions, which bring too many people, and higher chances of contact. I have only started following you recently, but I feel you have a great time, and making these sad times look great is perfect. I wish i could travel to BC and Alberta in the next few years with my family, and see all the great sites... keep it up mike, and maybe take the train down to.the southern most part of Canada 1 day...

[@ibelieve4779]

Been to radium hot spring several times, but first time know this natural hot springs

[@monkegamer4953]

i went to the hotsprings there in the winter, and it was awsome!

[@christinafriesen4217]

Any type of travel is good travel😊 Already got my BC travel booked 🙌

[@donfenton7473]

We have travelled a great deal in-state this year and have discovered things about Utah we never knew.

[@rer90210]

Barkerville is open but you have to book ahead. And the exhibit displays weren't open but we still spent about 3-4 hours there.

[@DownieLive]

Oh good to know. I looked into going there this summer.

[@jessicawarland7169]

We used to go to Fairmont every year the lil cafe had the best poutine! They also had a small ski hill not sure if it's still open

[@pruittiii]

We sometimes forget the great things in our own backyard. Perhaps that is one thing beneficial from Covid. We are discovering the great things in our own backyards. There are some thermal springs near me at Warm Springs, GA. They are inaccessible to the public. A pool was built atop them when Warm Springs was a resort community in the late 1800's. After President Roosevelt acquired them and the Georgia-Warm Springs Institute was built, the water was diverted there. Though the pools no longer are structurally capable of holding water, you can walk down in the pool and feel the warm water. President Roosevelt was at Warm Springs when he died. Warm Springs, nestled at the foot of Pine Mountain, would be a great place for you to tour. Thanks for another great video. I am traveling vicariously through you.

[@jessdee9854]

I don't know about small towns but I know Vegas is! I just came back from Vegas! Inexpensive flight inexpensive hotel rate

[@tbj1972]

Fun video with your family 😀

[@DownieLive]

Thank you 🤗

[@deltabravo1257]

5:49 Jess didn't waste anytime getting in the pool, LOL!!

[@rman8028]

Here in 'Baja BC' (Washington state) we celebrated our 42nd anniversary in a small tourist town in August, and we felt very welcome by everyone.

[@DownieLive]

Oh, that's so good to hear!

[@GrrMeister]

8:00 *All golfers are required to **_Sanitize_** their balls, both before and after play. The Attendant will carry out an inspection to ensure full compliance.*

[@Charliefarley170287]

GrrMeiste No one likes dirty balls! 😉

[@karenangeline4975]

I say yes to traveling!👍😊

[@jymnmeier3527]

So I live with a compromised immune system. Outside of my own home and the hospital (I'm ok), I have not been in another building. We did a day trip to Mount Rainier National Park a couple of weeks ago and while I had some anxiety while at a popular/ crowded area known as the Grove of the Patriarchs it was pretty good. I mentioned in my comment last week that your videos have inspired me to venture out a bit more. I'm planning a surprise trip to Olympic National Park for my daughter's 7th Birthday with a 2 night say in an RV via AitBnB. Thanks for the boost in confidence and loved this weeks video as always. You and your family are a bucket of fun Jess jumping around behind you was shoot. Loved the transition from the family jump in the pool to heading out. Sweet edit. Much love as always and can't wait for next weeks video :)

[@DownieLive]

That’s so great Jymn. I’m glad to hear you’re finding a balance of staying healthy and venturing out.

[@suannlim]

Knowing that a place I'm going to visit is conscientious about implementing their covid safety plan is the only reason why i would visit during these covid times. Having said that, I'm impressed by Naramata and Penticton, BC in making travel there safe but still very enjoyable.

[@ingenuity168]

Cool fun family 😎😎😎😎

[@garryhoppe907]

Hey as always, great videos full of personality and great information. Looks great and the hot springs are very therapeutic. Top marks. Re travelling...as long as one uses common sense and obeys the rules that are set out all will be good. Thank for your great videos. Especially on the railways. 👏👏👏👏🤩👏

[@Ace2k2c]

On the same road not too far past Lussier, you can also find Ram Creek Hot Spring where there are three pools of water with varying temperatures.

[@DownieLive]

Yeah, we read about that, but heard the gravel road got pretty bad, and we didn't have a 4 wheel drive SUV, so we opted to pass and head to Fairmont.

[@Ace2k2c]

@@DownieLive yes, it does. We ended up parking the van we were driving and hiking in. It was about 4.5 km to the trail head and about 1 km in from there. There were other people there that said there is a shorter and easier access from another route though.

[@crystalwong9839]

Hope my boys will take me travel around one day!💕