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5 April 2023 2023 Season Opening Press Release
For Immediate Release
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Canada’s Sonora Resort Set to Reopen May 1 for An Unforgettable 2023 Season
Sonora Island, BC - April 5, 2023 – Situated amidst the breathtaking natural beauty of the Discovery Islands, Sonora Resort is thrilled to welcome guests back on May 1 for the 2023 season. As a member of the Relais & Châteaux family, an association of the world’s finest hoteliers, chefs and restaurateurs, Sonora promises sumptuous dining, eco-adventures and world-class amenities.
Only a short 50-minute flight from Vancouver International Airport, Sonora captures the true essence of the Pacific Northwest. Renowned for exhilarating outdoor adventures, from thrilling wildlife and wilderness experiences to world-renowned fishing charters and helicopter rides completed with a paddle board on ancient glacial waters, guests are treated to the unrivalled beauty and rich biodiversity the region has to offer.
“Staying at Sonora is an experience that blends the wilderness of the West Coast with refined hospitality. We are excited to share our passion for this island and our stunning surroundings with our guests,” says Maître de Maison, Kaitlin Ross.
Executive Chef Justine Smith continues to helm the kitchen team this season with West Coast-inspired gourmet options inside the award-winning Tyee Dining Room. Savour freshly-caught local seafood, organically grown produce and desserts that tempt even the most discerning palates.
“Guests have a variety of options to choose from, including multi-course tasting menus with wine pairings, to casual cocktail hour dishes. We are extremely proud of our culinary program, which is exquisitely led by our talented Chef Justine Smith, in her 8th season with us,” says Maître de Maison - Kaitlin Ross.
Sonora’s Island Currents Spa continues to offer relaxation and rejuvenation with world-class treatments and specialty therapies inspired by the sea, including the Sea Salt & Kelp Scrub, Seaside Mineral Wrap, and Coastal Beach Stone Massage. Guests can also soak in their private hot tub or take in the views from the spacious private villas, multi-room suites or lodge rooms.
Sonora offers exclusive shoulder season rates in May, June and October. See the full summary of rates here.
About Sonora Resort
Nestled off the coast of British Columbia, Sonora Resort is a jewel amid one of Canada's most pristine environments. Accessible only by sea or air, Sonora offers a rare alchemy of secluded wilderness and opulent comfort. Sonora Resort is a proud member of the Relais & Châteaux family.
In addition to all of our on-premise amenities, guests can choose from a wide variety of activities to experience during their stay, including wildlife and nature cruises, helicopter tours, guided BC salmon fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Guided grizzly bear tours at the nearby river are offered in partnership with the Homalco First Nation and take place in August through October.
Sonora Resort acknowledges the K'òmoks, We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum, Homalco, and Kwiakah First Nations peoples, on whose ancient and sacred land we live, work and play.
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Sonora Resort, Sonora Island, British Columbia, Canada
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