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Toll Free: 1-888-434-2229 • Phone: 250-389-2229E-mail: [email protected] • 811 Government Street, Victoria, B.C. V8W 1W8

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90-Minute Tour WithOver 20 Stops Including:Old Town • Chinatown • Songhees Craigdarroch Castle • Rockland Oak Bay Village • Beach Drive

Visit us online for information on other tour packages,

accommodation, etc.

Hop-On-Hop-Off 2 Day TicketDiscover the sights of Victoria on one of our open-air buses or classic turn-of-the-century trolley bus. Whether you are visiting only for a few hours or a few days, the 90-minute sightseeing tour with on-board commentary gives you a quick way to see the main attractions of our beautiful city. Better yet, all Big Bus tickets are valid for 2 days! You can hop on and off our buses at any of our 23 stops, giving you the opportunity to see the sights at your own pace. Whether you want to visit our major attractions, spend time shopping, or visit one of our many fine restaurants - Big Bus is on the route! During peak season one of our buses will be at each stop within 20 minutes so you can move quickly to your next destination.

Butchart GardensVisit this breathtaking historical site built in the 1900s that locals and tourists rave about! The Butchart Gardens offers 55 acres of spectacular beauty in every season and the Summer Saturday fireworks are not to be missed. Please ask our knowledgeable staff about departure times.

Tour CombosCombine your 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus pass with Victoria’s amazing attractions and save big. Attractions include: Craigdarroch Castle, The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, National Geographic IMAX Theater, and The Royal BC Museum.

Purchase your Big Bus Victoria ticket online and receive an extra day for free!

Come to us on Big Bus - Fabulous Whale Watch & City Tour Combo

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Don’t Miss The Boat...•AmazingadventuresawaityouonVictoria’smostrecommendedtour!•Youchoose~spacious,coveredOceanCruisersoropenZodiacs•Friendly,fun,andaward-winningcrew•FabulousMarineBiologistnarration.Bringacameratocapturetheexcitement!•ExperienceVictoria’s#1rated“ReturnActivity”.Don’tmissout!

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14 Transportation

16 GeneralInformation

18 FestivalsandSpecialEvents

20 Dining

25 Attractions,Museums,ArtsandEntertainment

32 DowntownVictoriaMap

33 GreaterVictoriaandRegionMap

34 DowntownVictoriaandAreaMap

36 Shopping

38 ExploringGreaterVictoriaandBeyond—SampleTripItineraries

42 OutdoorActivitiesandTours

46 Accommodation

61 VisitorServices

TOURISMVICTORIATheOfficial 2012 Vacation Guide

istheofficialguideofTourismVictoria(GreaterVictoriaVisitorsand

ConventionBureau).

TheTourismVictoriaVisitorCentreislocatedat812WharfStreet,Victoria,BC

V8W1T3.Call 250-953-2033 or 1-800-663-3883

TourismVictoriaoffersspecializedinformationandservicesfortravel

professionals.Meetingplanners,touroperators,travelagentsandtravelmedia,

pleasecall250-414-6999orvisitwww.tourismvictoria.com.

ThelistingsinthisguidewerecompiledasofOctober2011.

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On behalf Of tOuriSm VictOria,I’dliketowelcomeyoutoourbeautifulcity!AsBritishColumbia’scapital,Victoriaisfulloflifeandweinviteyoutoexperienceallofit!

Victoriaisworld-renownedforitsstunningnaturalbeautyandmildyear-roundclimateandboastsanabundanceofactivitiesandadventuresaroundeverycorner.Exploreourcity,itsfabulouscultureandheritageasrepresentedineverythingfromtheoldestChinatowninCanadatoourremarkableFirstNationsofferings.Weguaranteeyourmust-dolistwillbeoverflowing—fromwhalewatching,kayakingandzipliningtoteasipping,culinarydelightsandgardenstrolling.

IencourageyoutostopbyourVisitorCentreintheInnerHarbourforactivitysuggestionsandcityinformation.Ourfriendly,courteousstaffaremorethanhappytohelpyouandyourfamilyandfriends.Also,visitwww.tourismvictoria.comforthelatestdestinationinformation.IsincerelyhopeyouenjoyyourstayinVictoriaandwelookforwardtowelcomingyoubacknexttime!

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full of life!INVICTORIA,it’sjustasnaturaltopicniconabeachasitistosipteainaformaltearoom.Inthecourseofasingleday,youcaneasilygofromapulse-poundingzipliningadventuretoarelaxinghorse-drawncarriageride.It’sacityofbeautifulcontrasts,wheretheeleganceofhistorymingleswiththepanacheofmodernlife.It’saplacetorelaxandrestoreyoursenseofbalanceandalsoaplacetoexperiencethrillingadventures.

Victoria’ssub-Mediterraneanclimatemakesanytimeoftheyearagoodtimetovisit.Wintersaremildenoughforyear-roundgolfandwaterfrontstrolls,andsummersare

pleasantlywarmwithrefreshingoceanbreezestokeepthecitycool.WithlessthanhalftheannualprecipitationofVancouverorSeattle,noteventherainkeepspeopleindoorsforlong.

Butyoudon’thavetotakeourwordforit—justaskothervisitors.VictoriaandVancouverIslandareconsistentlynamedamongthebestcitiesandislandsinNorthAmericabythereadersofCondé Nast Traveler andTravel + Leisuremagazines.RecentaccoladesincludeTopIslandinCanadaandMostRomanticCityinCanada,MostCulturedCityandSmartestCityinCanada,TopDestinationandCityinCanadaand10thBestFamilyVacationinCanada.

Victoriaisacityofenergyandprogress.Itboastsastunningnaturallandscapeandissteepedinaculturethathaspreservedandnurturedthebestofitshistorywithoutbeingstuckinthepast.It’saplacewherethelaid-backmodernismoftheWestCoastblendswithtime-honouredBritish,EuropeanandAsiantraditions.

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dayS and niGhtS Of WOnderYourVictoriaexperiencebeginswiththesoothingyetinvigoratingsensationsofmorning.Seabirdscall,oceanbreezesbeckonandtheharbourcomesalivewiththehustleandbustleofmarineactivity,seaplanes,cafésopeningandvendorssettingupshop.Afterbreakfast,yourchoiceofdaytimeactivitiesistremendouslydiverse.Youcanshopformade-in-B.C.gifts,browseartgalleries,relaxataspa,playgolf,visitmuseums,cyclealongthecoastandintothecity’sneighbourhoodsorbuildcastlesonasandybeach.SeethetalentsofourlocalgreenthumbsatanyofVictoria’smanygardens,includingthe55acresofgloriouscolouratTheButchartGardens.ExperiencethesplendouroftheWestCoastonakayakingadventure,hikethetrailsofanold-growthforest,surfthewavesintheSookeregion,seewhalesandothermarinecreaturesonawildlifewatchingtour,sailamongtheGulfIslands

orcastalineforsalmonorhalibut.Afterreturningtothecity,takea

leisurelystrolldowntoFisherman’sWharf,whereanglerswillsellyoufreshlycaughtDungenesscrabrightofftheboatandyouwillprobablyseeasealortwo—aswellasthewharf’siconicfloat-homevillage.

Then,whenthesungoesdownandthelightsbegintosparkleontheInnerHarbour,tantalizingaromasbeckonfromwatersidecafésandrestaurants,wherefreshPacificseafoodandlocaldelicaciesplaystarringrolesonthemenu.After-dinnerentertainmentoptionsincludelounges,nightclubs,theatre,opera,concertsandromanticeveningstrollsaroundtheharbour.

Allthewhile,youareimmersedinthebeautyofVictoria,acitythatglitterslikeajewelamidsomeoftheworld’smostspectacularscenery.It’sanatmospherethatblendsthenaturalbeautyoftheoutdoorswiththecosmopolitanvibeofcontemporaryurbanlife,infusingallwholiveandvisitherewithanenergyandenthusiasmthatcancomeonlyfromrecognizingthatthisis,indeed,paradise.

ConnecttoVictoriabefore,duringorafteryourvisitthroughoursocialmediachannels.Whetheryou’refacebooking,tweetingorYouTubing,gettingthemostoutofyourVictoriaexperienceiseasy.CheckourGoingLocalblogwrittenbylocalresidentstoofferaninsider’sviewofVictoria.OuronlineTwisitorCentreoffersvisitorsreal-timehappeningsaroundthecityandwillansweryourquestionsonthego.

OurAppgivesyouinstantaccesstoaneventscalendar,transportation

andaccommodationguide,listofnearbyattractionsandotherusefulinformation.“GreenVictoria”providesawealthofusefultipsand“green”itineraryideasformakingyourvisittoVictoriaasenvironmentallyfriendlyaspossible.

Whenyouarehere,visitourVisitorInformationCentreattheInnerHarbourandspeaklivewithourfriendlyandknowledgeablestaff.

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Keyfeaturesinclude:•Activityideasandservices•ArearecognitionandGPSmaps•Calendarofevents•@victoriavisitorTwitterfeedPlus,you’llfindanyvisitorserviceyoumayneedduringyourvisittoVictoriaonthego.Noneedtoworryaboutwhichactivityorrestaurantyou’llexperiencenext…ourapphasyoucovered!

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VancouverIsland’saboriginalheritageandculturethrivesinVictoriawithFirstNationscedar-plankBigHousesandtoweringtotempolesstandingasareminderoftheregion’sfoundingcivilization,whichtookholdontheruggedislandamillenniabeforethetimeofColumbusandCabot.

VisitThunderbirdPark,whereyou’llbeawedbyFirstNationssculpturesandseeancienttotemsandotherFirstNationsartifactsinanaward-winningexhibitattheRoyalBCMuseum.Foradeeperappreciationofthesecultures,goforastrollalongtheFirstNationsinterpretivewalkwayattheInnerHarbour.ExquisiteartsandcraftsbyFirstNationsartistsareshowcasedinmanygalleries.

eurOPean and aSian influenceSTheHudson’sBayCompanyplayedakeyroleinestablishingthecity’sindelibleBritishflavourwhenFortVictoriawasbuiltherein1843;youcanstillvisitthehomeofoneoftheoriginalsettlement’sfarmmanagersatCraigflowerFarmhouse.ToensureBritishsovereigntyoverthenewcolony,the

admiraltyestablishedanavalbaseatEsquimalt,whichbecametheheadquartersoftheRoyalNavy’sPacificsquadronandtodayisthebaseforCanada’sWestCoastnavalfleet.FisgardLighthouse,anationalhistoricsitebuiltin1860justbelowthevistasofFortRoddHill,markstheentrancetoEsquimaltHarbourandisafantasticvantagepointforobservingthecomingsandgoingsofNavyvessels,commercialshipsandbargesandpleasureboats.Youcandiscoverwhatlifewaslikeaboard

aVictorianman-of-warattheMaritimeMuseumortheCFBEsquimaltNavalandMilitaryMuseum.

Whenthegoldrushbeganin1858,Victoriagrewintoawildfrontiercityalmostovernight.Thepopulationincreasedtenfoldinoneyearasbusinessessprangupto

servetheneedsofthousandsofminersofEuropeanandAsiandescentwhoarrivedinthecity,joiningtheBritish,French-Canadians,MétisandHawaiianswhowerealreadyhereworkingfortheHudson’sBayCompany.

TheevidenceoftheseculturalinfluencesiseverywhereinVictoria.Someofthecity’smostimpressivestructures—suchastheParliamentBuildings,TheFairmontEmpressHotelandOldCustomsHouse—werebuiltaroundtheInnerHarbour.TheGateofHarmoniousInterestisamodernadditiontoCanada’soldestChinatown,oncea“ForbiddenCity”ofmysteryandintriguewherefewWesternersdaredenter.ThearchitectureofSt.Ann’sAcademyreflectstheQuebecoisoriginsofthesistersofSt.Annwhoarrivedin1858andplayedanimportantrolenursingandteachingintheearlydaysofthecity.

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liVinG hiStOry InVictoria,you’llseeexamplesofhowhistoryblendsintocontemporarylifethroughoutthecity:horse-drawncarriages,double-deckerbuses,resplendentgardens,pubs,tearooms,shopsandrestoredheritagebuildingsdowntownandthroughoutthecity.

HistorichomeslikeEmilyCarrHouseandPointElliceHousepreservebeautifulexamplesofresidentialVictorianarchitectureandprovidewindowsintothelivesofearlypioneerfamilies.Prominentamongthosepioneers,RobertDunsmuirbecameoneoftherichest,mostpowerfulmeninNorthAmerica,buildingafortunebasedoncoalminingandtransportation.HespentlavishlyonCraigdarrochCastle,buthissonJamesspentfarmorebuildingHatleyCastle,avastEdwardianestateinColwoodthatisnowpartofRoyalRoadsUniversity.

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Victoria, B.C.— is there a more beautiful city in Canada? I don’t think so!—MichaelGallant

GettipsonvisitingVictoriaandshareyourVictoriaexperiencewithfriends,familyandtheworld—we’reonFacebook,Twitter,Flickr,YouTubeandhaveadynamicGoing Local blog.Seepage7foroursocialmediaaddresses.Don’tforgettodownloadourApp available for iPhone, iPad, Blackberry and Android!

B.c.’s capital city a PrOud hiStOry, briGht futureOnAugust2,1862,150yearsago,thetownsiteofFortVictoriawasincorporatedastheCityofVictoriaandBritishColumbia’sCapitalCity.TheworkandeffortofVictoria’sforefathersandofficialslaidaclearpathfortheCityofVictoriatothrive,emergingastheCapitalCityofBritishColumbiaandretainingitsprominenceasoneofthetopplacestolive,workandplayinCanadaandtheworld.In2012,Victoriaisrenewingitscommitmenttoanother150yearsasaworld-classCapitalCitywithavarietyoffestiveeventsandactivities,includinga150-yearthemedVictoriaDayparade,apublicceremony,heritage-themedstreetperformances,livemusic,communityevents,afort-buildingcontestandmore.Gotowww.tourismvictoria.comfordatesanddetails.

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Victoria’straditionaleleganceboastsayouthfulenergythat’svividlyapparentinthecity’sartsandculturescene.Atrulyvibrantsynthesis—refinedandsophisticated,bohemianandalternative—Victoria’spulsecanbefeltinthetheatres,artgalleriesandconcerthalls,aswellasonindoorandoutdoorstagesthroughoutthecity.Thecity’smanyartgalleriesshowcasetheoutstandingworkofartistsandartisanswhocapturethesplendouroflivinghereineverythingfromgloriouspaintings,printsandsculpturestojewellery,clothingandfolkart.Victoria’sperformingartscompaniesofferyear-roundentertainmentrangingfrommainstreamtoexperimental.

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SPOrtinG GlOryVictoriahasaproudhistoryofhostingworldclasssportingevents.2012willbenoexceptionasthecityplayshosttoeventssuchastheU16NationalBoysWaterPoloChampionships,CanadianNationalUltimateChampionships,InternationalRugbySevenstournaments,GoodlifeFitnessVictoriaMarathon,PacificCupHockeyChampionshipsandmanymore.

ThisJunewillseethe2ndAnnualVictoriaInternationalCyclingFestivalreturntoVictoria.FestivalhighlightswillincludetheRyderHesjedalTourDeVictoriaandJumpship.CyclistscanregistertorideintheTourdeVictoriafora140K,100Kor50Kridethroughsomeofthemostsceniccyclingroutesinthecountry.SpectatorscanmarvelattheathleticabilitiesofsomeoftheworldbestdirtjumpridersasJumpshiptakescentrestageinVictoria’sbeautifulInnerHarbour.

Tofindoutmoreaboutwhatsportingeventsaretakingplacethisyear,visitwww.tourismvictoria.com/events.

On StaGe year-rOund Victoriaisacitythattreasuresitsperformingarts.Inadditiontoitssymphony,operaanddancecompanies,thecityishometoseveralvenuesstaginganexcitinglineupofliveprofessionaltheatre,aswellasdanceandmusicbynationalandinternationalperformingartists.

Victoria’ssocialcalendaralsoincludesanimpressivescheduleoftouringperformersandshowsatseveralvenuesthroughoutthecity.

Togetthedetailsonperformingarts,visitwww.tourismvictoria.com/events.

feStiValS and feStiVe funVictorialovesitsfestivalsandthecommunitygathersforgalacelebrationstohonourallthethingsVictorianslove:worldbeats,jazzmusic,ghosts,gardens,beer,cocktails,finefood,visualarts,literature,boats,fringetheatre—andthat’sjustthebeginning!

AtChristmas,thecitysparkleswithfestivespirit.WiththemildestclimateinCanada,Victoriararelyseessnow,buttheChristmasseasonstillarriveswithfervourandresidentsandvisitorsalikearesweptupinthemagicalspiritofthemostwonderfultimeoftheyear.Lights,musicandspecialeventsfillthestreetsandvenuesofB.C.’scapitalcity.

FormoreinformationonfestivalsandChristmasevents,seepage18orvisitwww.tourismvictoria.com/events

culinary ParadiSeVictoria’syouthfulspiritisstronglyevidentinitscuisine.Inadditiontothecity’slongtimeaffectionforafternoontea,VictoriaandsouthernVancouverIslandaredevelopingareputationasCanada’sFrance.Artisancheeses,seaweed,waterbuffalo,poultry,produce,cidersandwinesarecreatedandharvestedbyahandfuloflocalfarmsandproducers.

YoucanexperienceVancouverIsland’sbountyinmanyofVictoria’srestaurants,thankstoaburgeoningcommunityofhip,youngchefscommittedtopromotinglocalcuisine.TheSaanichPeninsula,20minutesfromdowntownVictoria,andtheCowichanValley,45minutesfromVictoria,aregastronomicdestinationsthataboundwithopportunitiestotourwineriesandfarms,sampleanarrayofproductsandmeetthepeoplebehindthecuisine.Winerymapsforself-guidedtoursareavailableoryoucansignupforaguidedculinaryadventure.

Ifyouareabeeraficionado,you’llwanttosampleVictoria’slocallycraftedbrews,a150-year-oldtraditionthatcontinuesinseveralpubsandmicrobreweries.Distilleriesareanewadditiontotheculinarysceneandaremakingapromisingdebut,especiallyhereinVictoria,acityknownforitscocktailculture.

SOOthinG SPaS Victoriaalsohasareputationforitsspas.Whilespashavebeenaroundforcenturies,Victoriahasgiventheconceptawholenewanglebyincorporatingelementsfromnatureintosomeofitsmostraved-abouttreatments.UnwindatoneofVictoria’smanyspas,partakingofnature’splentywithasea-saltbodyscrub,seaweedfacialorhydrotherapybathinfusedwiththefragranceofDouglasfirs.Tryavinotherapypedicurethatincludescrushinglocallyharvestedgrapeswithyourtoesoramassageofhomegrownlavenderandhotstonescollectedfromanearbybeach.


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Victorialovestheoutdoors!Infact,it’sthefittestcityinthenationandtheadultpopulationistwiceasphysicallyactiveasthenationalaverage,saysthegovernmentofCanada.It’snosurprisewhy.GreaterVictoriaboasts48regional,provincialandfederalparkscoveringmorethan7,600hectares.Addtothattheclimate,whichisnotonlythemildestinCanada,butalsooneofthedriest,withanaveragesnowfallofonly25centimetres(9.75inches)andanaveragerainfallof592millimetres(23inches)—significantlylessthantheannualprecipitationinVancouverorSeattle.ButoneofthebiggestreasonsVictorianslovetheircityisthevarietyandqualityoftheactivities.

marine adVentureSNaturally,withthePacificOceanrighthere,manyofthemostpopularactivitiesaremarine-based.Oneofthemostthrillingadventuresiswhaleandwildlifewatching,anexhilaratingexperiencewithmarineexpeditionsrangingfromhigh-speedzodiactourstoyachtandsailboatcruises.

Anotherbigfavouriteisdiving.National GeographicrecognizesVancouverIslandasoneofthebestcold-waterdivingdestinationsintheworldandtherenownedJacquesCousteauSocietyratestheareaassecondonlytotheRedSeafordiversityofmarinelifeandwaterclarity.TopspotsincludeVictoria’sOgdenPointBreakwater,RaceRocksUnderwaterMarinePark,the

GlassSpongeGardensinBrentwoodBayandtheworld’slargestartificialreefinNanaimo.

Victoriaisalsoknownasasailingdestinationandaninternationalracingandcruisinggateway.Ifyouareaboatingenthusiast,don’tmisstheFloatingBoatShowinApril,SwiftsureInternationalYachtRaceinlateMayandtheClassicBoatFestivalinSeptember.

EnjoyingVictoria’sfreshPacificsalmon,halibut,crabandcodisatrulygourmetexperience,butit’sevenmoreexcitingtocatchyourownseafood.Fordecades,Victoriahasbeenafishingdestinationandhasfleetsoffishingcharters.Guidedfreshwaterfishingadventuresarealsoavailableandthey’reanexcellentwaytoexploretheoutdoors.

Kayakingandcanoeingarehugeactivitiesinthisregion.VancouverIslandhasapproximately3,500kilometresofoceancoastline,700lakes,160riversand890streams.KayakerscanevenlaunchrightfromtheInnerHarbourdowntown.Touroperatorsandoutfittersofferlessons,daytripsandmulti-dayadventures.Guidedsunsetpaddlingtoursareavailableinthesummer.

GlOriOuS GOlf NaturehasbeengeneroustoVictoriaandwhenshebestowedherbounty,shesurelyhadgolfersinmind.TheVictoriaareaoffersmorethan20year-roundcoursesdesignedbyacclaimedarchitectssuchasJackNicklausandBillRobinson.Youcanteeoffonacoursewithbreathtakingoceanviews,tackleatoughstretchofholesthatthreadsthroughcolossalcedartrees,drivealongawidewoodedfairwaysharedbygrazingdeerorascendthesideofamountaintoaholethatseemstofloataboveVictoria’sskyline.

cyclinG caPital Of canadaCyclingisanotherVictoriaspecialty.AccordingtoStatisticsCanada,VictoriaisthecyclingcapitalofCanada.Cyclingaccountsfor6.2percentofcommutertravel,comparedtoOttawa,whichisinsecondplaceat2.1percent,andVancouver,inthirdplaceat1.7percent.MostpeopleinVictorialivewithina30-minutebikerideoftheirworkplaceandinsomeneighbourhoods,upto20percentofresidentscommutebybicycle.

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bikeandtakeinthespectacularsceneryalongVictoria’sdesignatedcyclingroutes.TheSeasideCyclingRouteoffersstunningviewsalongthecoastlineandaccessesseveralscenicareas,includingtheInnerHarbour,Fisherman’sWharf,OakBay,Uplands,CadboroBay,MountDouglasParkandCordovaBay.

TheGallopingGooseTrailisa55-kilometrelinearparkthatstretchesfromdowntownVictoriaeastwardintotheparksandneighbourhoodsofSaanichandwestwardthroughtheWestShorecommunitiesandtheSookeregion.

The29-kilometreLochsideTrailjoinstheSaanichsectionoftheGallopingGooseandcontinuesthroughtheparkland,forestsandfarmlandoftheSaanichPeninsulatoSidneyandtheBCFerriesterminalatSwartzBay.Formapsshowingthesecyclingroutes,seepages33to35.

exPlOrinG On fOOtOneofthebest-lovedoutdooractivitiesamongresidentsandvisitorsiswalking.DowntownVictoriaandmostneighbour-hoodsareeasilyexploredonfoot.HeritagewalkingmapsareavailableatTourismVictoria’sVisitorCentreattheInnerHarbour.

Foramoreachallenginghike,askabouttheparksinandaroundthecity.Aslewofhikingoptionsareavailable,rangingfromshortbeachandforesttrailstothree-dayhikesalongtheJuandeFucaMarineTrail.

Forviewsthatwillhaveyousnappingphotoafterphoto,climbuponeofthefourmountainpeakswithin30minutesofdowntownVictoria.MountTolmie(394feet)andMountDouglas(699feet)havefootpathsandroadwaystothetopandbothsummitsoffersweepingviews.Thechallenging656-foottrailtothepeakofMountFinlaysontakesaboutthreehoursandhikerscanscalebothsidesofthepeak.MountWorkisoneoftheregion’slargestrecreationalareasandofferssomechallengingtrails.It’salsothelocationoftheHartlandMountainBikePark.

team SPOrtSIfyoureallywanttoseethespiritandenergyofthisactivecity,checkoutsomeoftheteamsports.Soccer,rugbyand

hockeyalldrawcrowdsofenthusiasticfansandaregreatentertainmentforlocalsandvisitorsalike.Tofindoutwhichsportingeventsarehappeningandwhen,gotowww.tourismvictoria.comorvisittheTourismVictoriaVisitorCentreattheInnerHarbour.

family funKidsloveVictoriaforsomanyreasons!Theparksandbeachesprovidehoursofhealthyfunandtherecreationcentresallofferactivitiesforfamilies.Mostoftheoutdooractivitieshavefamily-friendlyversions:ziplining,fishingandfamilykayakinglessonsandtours.Shorterhikingtreksandcyclingroutesarewidelyavailableandwhaleandwildlifeviewingofferunforgettablethrills.Formoreinformation,checkwithindividualoutdooroperators(beginningpage42),gotowww.tourismvictoria.comorvisittheTourismVictoriaVisitorCentreattheInnerHarbour.


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Byair,thecityis30and45minutesawayfromVancouverandSeattlerespectively.VictoriaInternationalAirportservesdirectandconnectingflightsfromcitiesthroughoutCanadaandtheUnitedStates.Harbour-to-harbourfloatplaneservice,helicopterserviceandcharterflightsarealsoavailable.

Byferry,VictoriaiswellconnectedtotheB.C.mainlandandWashingtonState.VehicleandpassengerferriesbetweenVancouverandVictoriasailseveraltimesdaily.

BuscompaniesprovideservicebetweendowntownVancouveranddowntownVictoriaviaferry.FromWashingtonState,ferryoptionsincludevehicleandpassengerservicefromBellingham(seasonal),PortAngelesandAnacortesandpassenger-only,high-speedcatamaranservicefromSeattle.

Onceyou’rehere,yourchoicesincludeairporterandtaxiservices,publictransitandcarrentals,aswellasmotorcycle,scooterandbicyclerentals.IfyouwanttoexploreVancouverIsland,carandRVrentals,trainserviceandbusservicemaketravellingabreeze.

Formoreinformationabouttransportation,visitwww.tourismvictoria.com.Forinformationonhowtogetherefromyourhometown,seepage15.

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Harbour air Seaplanes, 950 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, T (250) 384-2215, F (250) 385-2234, TF (800) 665-0212 www.harbourair.ca Harbour Air has frequent scheduled flights between Victoria, Vancouver, Richmond, Comox, Sechelt and Sunshine Coast. Seasonal flights to Whistler, scenic tours and flightseeing packages available!

Helijet international incorporated, 79 Dallas Road, Victoria, BC V8V 1A1, F (250) 360-2305, TF (800) 665-4354

Hyack air (1981) ltd., 1234 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3H9, T (250) 384-2499, F (250) 384-2415 www.hyackair.com

Kenmore air, 1234 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3H9, T (425) 486-1257, F (425) 485-4774, TF (866) 435-9524 www.kenmoreair.com Daily year-round seaplane service, downtown Seattle’s Lake Union to Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Under an hour each way, including customs! Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan partner.

pacific coastal airlines, 204 - 4440 Cowley Crescent, Richmond, BC V7B 1B8, F (604) 273-6864, TF (800) 663-2872 www.pacificcoastal.com

Victoria airport authority, 201 - 1640 Electra Boulevard, Sidney, BC V8L 5V4, T (250) 953-7500, F (250) 953-7509 www.victoriaairport.com

Westcoast air, 950 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T4, T (250) 384-2215 F (250) 385-2234, TF (800) 665-0212 www.westcoastair.com Westcoast Air has frequent scheduled flights between Victoria, Vancouver, Richmond, Comox, Sechelt and Sunshine Coast. Seasonal flights to Whistler, scenic tours and flightseeing packages available!

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airporteraKal airport Shuttle Bus, 767 Audley Street, Victoria, BC V8X 2V4, T (250) 386-2525, F (250) 386-2526 www.victoriaairporter.com

Bus companiescVS cruise Victoria ltd., 185 Dallas Road, Victoria, BC V8W 2X2, T (250) 386-8652, F (250) 386-8691 www.cvscruisevictoria.com

Go West coach lines, 8131 Marcott Close, Saanichton, BC V8M 1T6, T (250) 652-6699, F (250) 652-2213, TF (866) 656-1176

Greyhound Vancouver island coach, 700 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2B3, T (250) 388-5248, F (250) 220-1078, TF (800) 318-0818

international Stage lines, 4171 Vanguard Road, Richmond, BC V6X 2P6, T (250) 382-6660, F (604) 270-8162, TF (800) 667-2778 www.islbus.com

pacific coach lines ltd., 700 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2B3, F (604) 681-4634, TF (800) 661-1725 www.pacificcoach.com

tofino Bus, PO Box 207 461B Main Street, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-2871, F (250) 725-2876, TF (866) 986-3466

Vancouver trolley company & Vtc coach Services, 875 Terminal Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6A 2M9, T (604) 801-5515, F (604) 801-5557, TF 1-888-451-5581 www.vancouvertrolley.com

West coast trail Express Bus inc., 4884 Lochside Drive, Victoria, BC V8Y 2E4, T (250) 477-8700, F (250) 477-8774, TF (888) 999-2288

Wilson’s transportation, 580 Ardersier Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 1C7, T (250) 475-3235, F (250) 475-2911, TF (800) 567-3288

Ferry ServiceBlack Ball Ferry line, 430 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W9, T (250) 386-2202, F (250) 386-2207 www.cohoferry.com

British columbia Ferry Services inc., 500 - 1321 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 0B7, T (250) 386-3431, F (250) 381-5452, TF (888) 223-3779

prince of Whales transportation, 812 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, T (250) 383-4884, F (250) 383-4882, TF (888) 383-4884 www.princeofwhales.com

Victoria clipper, 254 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W9, T (250) 382-8100, F (206) 443-2583, TF (800) 888-2535 www.victoriaclipper.com

limousine toursarbutus limousine Services, 1516 McCrae Avenue, Victoria, BC V8P 1G5, T (250) 589-0000, F (250) 370-0800

la limousine tours, 750 Goldstream Avenue, Victoria, BC V9B 5T2, T (250) 391-9000, F (250) 391-9001, TF (888) 933-5466 www.lalimo.ca

regent limousine Service, 4226 Rossiter Drive, Victoria, BC V8N 4S7, T (250) 380-1911, F (250) 380-1911, TF (877) 778-4777

rail/trainVia rail canada inc., 450 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 3L5, T (888) 842-7245, F (250) 383-6712, TF (888) 842-7245

taxiBlueBird cabs ltd., 2nd Floor, 2612 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4E4, T (250) 384-1155, F (250) 382-8931, TF (800) 665-7055 Victoria’s largest eco-friendly fleet. Our trained drivers conduct Butchart Gardens and City Tours. Competitive Airport and Swartz Bay rates. Advanced reservation service available.

Victoria Harbour Ferry company H2O taxi, 1234 N Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3H9, T (250) 881-8294, F (250) 708-0401 www.h2otaxi.com

transitBc transit, 520 Gorge Road East, Victoria, BC V8W 2P3, T (250) 385-2551, F (250) 995-5639

Vehicle rentalsBudget car & truck rental of Victoria, 757 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2B4, T (250) 953-5300, F (250) 953-5227, TF (800) 668-9833

island rent a car, 850 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2L1, T (250) 384-4881, F (250) 380-0101

national car and truck rentals, 767 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2B4, T (250) 386-1213, F (250) 381-1184 www.nationalvictoria.com

Victoria car rentals, 1859 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4H9, T (250) 381-9936, F (250) 381-9938 www.victoriacarrentals.net

GENEral iNFormatioNPopulation Victoria(municipality):78,057GreaterVictoria(CapitalRegionalDistrict):330,088VancouverIsland:699,645

PaSSPOrtS and ViSaSTheU.S.DepartmentofHomelandSecurityrequiresalltravellers,includingcitizensoftheU.S.,Canada,Mexico,CentralandSouthAmerica,theCaribbeanandBermuda,whoareenteringorre-enteringtheU.S.topresentavalidpassport,passportcardorothertraveldocumentapprovedbytheDepartmentofHomelandSecurity.Thislawappliestotravellerstravellingbyair,landorsea.Forthemostup-to-dateinformation,visittheU.S.CustomsandBorderProtectionwebsiteathttp://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/ready_set_go.

VisitorsfromcountriesoutsideCanada,includingvisitorstravellingbyairfromtheU.S.,musthaveavalidpassporttoenterCanadaandmayrequireotherdocumentation.

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Revenue Canada, Customs and Excise VictoriaDowntownBranch,Room107,816GovernmentStreetVictoria,BCV8W1X1250-363-3531or1-800-461-9999

Victoria International Airport 101-1640ElectraBoulevard,Sidney,BCV8L5V4CanadaCustomsAirportoffice250-363-6644

taxeSBritishColumbiahasa12percentHarmonizedSalesTax(HST)thatappliestomostgoodsandservices,includingaccommodation,liquor,retailpurchasesanddining.AtwopercentMunicipalandRegionalDistrictTaxmaybeappliedtothepriceofaccommodation.

firearmSVisitorswhowishtoimportfirearms(orothercontrolleditems)mustcontactCanadaCustomsandRevenueAgencypriortoenteringCanada.Allfirearmsmustbedeclared

andbeaccompaniedbytheappropriatedocumentation.Forinformation,call1-800-731-4000.

bc liquOr reGulatiOnSPersons19yearsandolderarepermittedtopurchasealcoholicbeveragesatliquor,wineandbeerstores,aswellaspurchaseandconsumealcoholicbeveragesatrestaurants,lounges,andpubs.Twopiecesofidentificationmustbepresenteduponrequest.

cell PhOneS and driVinGTalking,typing,textingordialingonahandheldcellphoneoranyhandheldportableelectronicdevicewhiledrivingisagainstthelawinBritishColumbia.Thefineis$167.Textingoremailingwhiledrivinggetsyouanextrathreepenaltypoints.Fornewdrivers,thereisafullbanonallcellphoneandelectronicdevices,includinghands-free.Formoreinformation,gotowww.DriveCellSafe.ca

climateVictoriahasmoderatetemperaturesyear-round.Theaveragemonthlyrainfallinwinterisfivecentimetres(twoinches)andinthesummerislessthan2.5centimetres(oneinch).Victoriahasalowhumidityratioandalmostconstantoffshorebreezes,whichkeepsummerdaysfrombecomingtoohot.Summereveningscooloffandasweaterorlightjacketisrecommended.

Victoriaboastsanaverageof2,183hoursofsunshineyearlyandaneight-monthfrost-freeseason.Althoughwintersaremild,warmerclothingisrecommendedfromNovemberthroughMarch.

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marChroyal bC museum: Wildlife photographer of the year Exhibit (until April 9) The wonders of nature like you’ve never seen them: through the lenses of prize-winning photographers

bravo!Victoria (February 17 to March 16) Celebrating Victoria’s art scene with a variety of world-class events going on across the city

Dine around & Stay in town (February 17 to March 16) Many Victoria restaurants, theatres and hotels offer special menus and rates

tourism Victoria online auction (March 1 to April 1) Bid on thousands of dollars’ worth of trips, accommodation, tours and a variety of travel inspired goodies!

be a tourist in your own home town (March 1 to 4) Special rates for attractions, hotels, restaurants and tours

belfry theatre SparK Festival (March) Features free mini plays, free play readings, Belfry 101 Live shows, workshops and new plays

Victoria French Fest (March 8 to 11) A four-day event filled with music, art and Francophone culture

greater Victoria performing arts Festival (March) An important stepping-stone event for many talented young Victoria musicians and performing arts students

aprilroyal bC museum: Wildlife photographer of the year Exhibit (until April 9) The wonders of nature like you’ve never seen them: through the lenses of prize-winning photographers

greater Victoria performing arts Festival (April) An important stepping-stone event for many talented young Victoria musicians and performing arts students

Easter Eggstravaganza (April 8) Easter eggs and family fun at St. Ann’s Academy

Victoria Volkssport phoenix Festival (Mid-April) Walking Festival

Victoria hot Jazz Jubilee (Mid-April) Different styles of jazz music from the 1920s, ’30s and ’40s performed live in Sidney by professional musicians

Floating boat Show (April 19 to 22) The latest and greatest watercraft on display in the Inner Harbour

Vancouver island outdoor adventure Expo (April 21 and 22) Dedicated to reaching outdoor enthusiasts

times Colonist 10K run (April 29) Annual 10-kilometre race sponsored by the Times Colonist newspaper

mayroyal bC museum: Dinosaurs: ancient Fossils, New Discoveries (May 17 to September 16) The blockbuster exhibition of the year! Imagine the thrill of discovering something new about a creature that lived millions of years ago

greater Victoria performing arts Festival (May) An important stepping-stone event for many talented young Victoria musicians and performing arts students

the Stage in the park (May through September) Theatre and music performances at the Cameron Bandshell, Beacon Hill Park

Eighth annual tartan parade (Early May) Local and visiting pipe bands perform in Downtown Victoria

Victoria Conservatory of music garden tour Self-guided tour of private gardens

mother’s Day paint-in and Craft Fair (May 13) Annual gathering of more than 100 artists at Hatley Park

oak bay Kool half marathon (May 13) 21-kilometre foot race through the streets of Oak Bay

Victoria highland games (May 19 and 20) Scottish sports competition and entertainment

island Farms Victoria Day parade (May 21) Downtown Victoria event

luxton pro rodeo (May 21 to 23) Championship rodeo events, entertainment and activities

uNo Festival of Solo performance (May 24 to June 3) Alternative performances at downtown Victoria’s Metro Theatre

Selkirk Waterfront Festival (May 26) Family activities and entertainment

Switftsure international yacht race (May 26 and 27) Annual international yacht race

Fired up (May 26 and 27) Popular annual show and sale of locally made ceramics

JuNEroyal bC museum: Dinosaurs: ancient Fossils, New Discoveries (May 17 to September 16) The blockbuster exhibition of the year! Imagine the thrill of discovering something new about a creature that lived millions of years ago

royal bC museum: Queen Elizabeth ii by Cecil beaton (June 1 to September 3) Celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee at the Royal BC Museum


oak bay tea party (Early June) A family event in Victoria’s most British neighbourhood

Van isle 360 (Early June) International yacht race

times Colonist island Savings open 2012 (June 7 to 10) Uplands Golf Club. Longest running Canadian Tour event supports amateur and youth golf

operation trackshoes (June 8 to 10) A sports festival for the citizens of British Columbia who have a mental disability

buccaneer Days (June 8 to 10) Entertainment and activities in Esquimalt

Victoria international Cycling Festival (June 1 to 24) The city celebrates cycling with races, demos and free-ride mountain bike riders

Vic Fest (June 16) The Vancouver Island Cultural Festival celebrates the best in local music, art, beer, wine, food and more

Saunders Subaru Victoria triathlon and Saunder’s Family Walk (June 17) A tremendously popular yet low-key grassroots race

tD Victoria international Jazz Fest (June 22 to July 1) The Victoria Jazz Society’s annual downtown gala

Visions art Studio tour (June 29 to July 2) Self-guided tours of artisan studios and culinary experiences

Sidney Days (June 30 to July 1) Canada Day celebrations in Sidney

Julyroyal bC museum: Dinosaurs: ancient Fossils, New Discoveries (May 17 to September 16) The blockbuster exhibition of the year! Imagine the thrill of discovering something new about a creature that lived millions of years ago

royal bC museum- Queen Elizabeth ii by Cecil beaton (June 1 to September 3) Celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee at the Royal BC Museum


GreaterVictoriahostsanexciting,diverseselectionoffestivals,livetheatre,concerts,opera,danceperformances,lectures,workshopsandexhibitionsthroughouttheyear.There’salwayssomethinghappeninginBritishColumbia’scapitalcity!Venuesrangefromcontemporarygalleries,stagesandhallstohistorictheatresandevencastles.FormoreinformationonVictoria’svisualandperformingartscompanies,seepage29.

OnGOinG artS and culture haPPeninGSVictoriahasasocialcalendarthatneverstops.Anexcitinglineupoftheatre,dance,opera,musicandspecialeventskeepsVictoriaverywellentertainedeverydayoftheyear.Performingartscompanieshaveregularseasonperformancesandparticipateinavarietyofcommunity-basedeventsandfestivities.DetailsonVictoria’svisualandperformingartscompaniesarelistedon

page29.Findoutmoreaboutwhat’sonandwhenatwww.tourismvictoria.com/events.

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Saturday Night Fireworks at the butchart gardens (June 30 to September 1) A display of fireworks accompanied by music

Canada Day Fireworks at Victoria’s inner harbour (July 1)

Canada Day at Fort rodd hill (July 1) Celebrations at Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites of Canada

Sidney Days (June 30 to July 1) Canada Day celebrations in Sidney

Victoria pride Week (Early July) Fun-filled events and parade with festive atmosphere celebrating individuality

Ska Festival (July 3 to 7) A festival of indoor and outdoor performances celebrating ska music in all its various forms and genres

organic islands Festival and Sustainability Expo (July 7 and 8) Canada’s largest “green” festival

Saanich Strawberry Festival (July 8) Annual festival celebrates 44 successful years of family fun and community involvement

Festival mexicano (July 13 to 15) Celebrate Mexican/Latin American culture

Victoria international military music Society pacific tattoo (July 14 and 15) to be held at Bear Mountain Arena.

taste: Victoria’s Festival of Food and Wine (July 19 to 22) A local taste of Vancouver Island, the wine regions of British Columbia and beyond

Victoria international buskers Festival (July 20 to 29) Presenting over 500 performances by more than 50 performers from around the world

art gallery paint-in (July 21) One hundred artists demonstrate their work along Moss Street

Victoria Electronic music Festival (July 28 and 29) Centennial Square

Sooke Fine arts Show (July 28 to August 6) Exhibition of art and music

mamma mia! (July 31 to August 5) Broadway National Tour! This global hit musical has been seen by over 42 million people

auguStroyal bC museum: Dinosaurs: ancient Fossils, New Discoveries (May 17 to September 16) The blockbuster exhibition of the year! Imagine the thrill of discovering something new about a creature that lived millions of years ago

royal bC museum: Queen Elizabeth ii by Cecil beaton (June 1 to September 3) Celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee at the Royal BC

the Stage in the park (May through September) Theatre and music performances at the Cameron Bandshell in Beacon Hill Park

Saturday Night Fireworks at the butchart gardens (June 30 to September 1) A display of fireworks accompanied by music

Free-b Film Festival (Through August) Free outdoor movies in Beacon Hill Park Fridays and Saturdays

bC Day Weekend (August 4 to 6) Capital Festival Celebration

Symphony Splash (August 5) From a floating stage, Victoria Symphony Orchestra performs at the Inner Harbour to an audience of more than 40,000+ people

blethering place Classic Car Show (August 12) Classic cars line Oak Bay Avenue

Victoria Dragon boat Festival (August 17 to 19) Dragon boat races, cultural entertainment and crafts at the Inner Harbour

European and Classic Car picnic (August 19) In support of Queen Alexandra Foundation for Children and Families

North Saanich Flavour trail (August 25 and 26) Tour farms and taste foods from North Saanich growers and restaurants

Victoria Fringe Festival (August 27 to September 6) An explosion of comedy, improv, drama, performance art and dance from around the world

annual Victoria Classic boat Festival (August 31 to September 2) Victoria’s Inner Harbour fills up with striking sturdy vessels and hundreds of boat-lovers from Canada and abroad

SEptEmbErroyal bC museum: Dinosaurs: ancient Fossils, New Discoveries (May 17 to September 16) The blockbuster exhibition of the year! Imagine the thrill of discovering something new about a creature that lived millions of years ago

royal bC museum: Queen Elizabeth ii by Cecil beaton (June 1 to September 3) Celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee at the Royal BC Museum


Victoria Fringe Festival (August 27 to September 6) An explosion of comedy, improv, drama, performance art and dance from around the world

annual Victoria Classic boat Festival (August 31 to September 2) Victoria’s Inner Harbour fills up with striking sturdy vessels and hundreds of boat-lovers from Canada and abroad

Saanich Fall Fair (September 1 to 3) An old-fashioned fair featuring farm equipment and entertainment

great Canadian beer Festival (September 7 and 8) One of the world’s must-attend beer events

metchosin Day (September 9) Community event at Metchosin Municipal Grounds

luxton Fall Fair (September 14 to 16) Historical displays, exhibition and midway rides

Feast of Fields (September 16) Gourmet harvest festival and gastronomic journey towards a sustainable, local food system

rifflandia Four-day indie music festival

oCtobErtourism Victoria online auction (October 1 to 31) Bid on thousands of dollars’ worth of trips, accommodation, tours and a variety of travel inspired goodies!

annual antimatter underground Film Festival The premier showcase for experimental films in the West

romp Festival of independent theatre A platform for professional independent dancers and choreographers to show new work

goodlife Fitness Victoria marathon (October 7) Annual marathon takes place in Downtown Victoria and Oak Bay

art of the Cocktail Festival A celebration of the cocktail with samples, demonstrations and workshops

ghosts of Victoria Festival (Through October) Tours, theatre, lectures and more

NoVEmbErgoldstream Salmon run (Through November) Goldstream Provincial Park

island Farms Santa’s light parade Downtown Victoria

oak bay avenue light-up (Late November) Lights, entertainment and activities

DECEmbErChristmas Downtown (Through December) Lights, entertainment, and activities

island Equipment owners association Truck Light Parade and Food Drive

Lighted Ships parade- Evening event in Victoria’s Inner Harbour

Sea of lights Decorated boats sail in Oak Bay to celebrate the festive season

Christmas at Craigdarroch (Through December) Decorations, displays and events

Christmas at the butchart gardens (Through December) Nightly illuminations and entertainment

Ships lighting Contest Pacific Naval Fleet decorated with Christmas lights

Sidney Santa Claus parade and lighted Sailpast Part of the popular “Sidney Sparkles” holiday festivities

JaNuary 2013Victoria Whisky Festival (January 20 to 22) Annual event at the Hotel Grand Pacific

FEbruary 2013Chinese New year (February 10) A festive annual party in Chinatown

Victoria Film Festival 10 days of screenings

Victoria tea Festival A celebration of the world’s most popular beverage

Dine around & Stay in town Many Victoria restaurants, theatres and hotels offer special menus and rates

VictOria internatiOnal cyclinG feStiVal InJune,the2ndAnnualVictoriaInternationalCyclingFestivalreturnstoVictoria.FestivalhighlightswillincludetheRyderHesjedalTourDeVictoriaandJumpship.CyclistscanregistertorideintheTourdeVictoriafora140K,100Kor50Kridethroughsomeofthemostsceniccyclingroutesinthecountry.SpectatorscanmarvelattheathleticabilitiesofsomeoftheworldbestdirtjumpridersasJumpshiptakescentrestageinVictoria’sbeautifulInnerHarbour.

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dininGWiththesecond-highestnumberofrestaurantspercapitainNorthAmerica,Victoriaofferseverythingfromcasualcaféstofinediningandamouth-wateringchoiceofinternationalcuisine.WestCoastor“Island”cuisineisprevalentandincludesspecialtiessuchasPacificseafood,Island-grownproduce,Island-raisedmeatsandlocalcheese.HipandtrendydiningoptionsaboundinVictoriaandmanyrestaurantsfeatureVancouverIslandandB.C.winespairedwithlocalandexoticcuisines.Youcanalsosampletheresultsofyearsofbrewingexperienceinrestaurants,micro-breweriesandbrewpubswherethealesaremadeonthepremises.

FromFebruary17toMarch16,manyrestaurantsareparticipatinginDineAroundandStayinTown,amonth-longculinaryeventfeaturingspecialmenusandpricesandspecialaccommodationratesatlocalbedandbreakfasts,hotelsandresorts,aswellasBravo!Victoriaentertainmentevents(seepage18).

ToguideyoutoVictoria’sbestdining,checkouttheoverviewofrestaurantsonthefollowingpages.Forbrewery,culinary,farmandwinery/ciderytoursanddinnercruises,seeOutdoorActivitiesandToursbeginningonpage42.

Visitwww.tourismvictoria.com/diningformoredininginformation.

BAkERYooh la la CupCaKES 619 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC V8L 5X4 www.oohlalacupcakes.ca 250-514-0708 $ T *

BBQSmoKEN boNES CooKShaCK Unit 10, 1701 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 0B8 250-391-6328 $ L,D • •

BISTRO/CAFéamuSE biStro 1753 Shawnigan Mill Bay Road, Shawnigan Lake, BC V0R 2W0 www.amusebistro.com 250-743-3667 $$$ D • •

bEaCoN DriVE iN126 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2N9 250-385-7521 $ B,L,D •

boN rougE biStro 611 Courtney Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1B7 www.bonrouge.ca All the best that the Island offers - local cheeses, meats, wines - makes for inspired dishes. Fabulous heated courtyard and lounge aids in a memorable experience. 250-220-8008 $$ B,L,D • •

broughtoN StrEEt CaFé-DEli648 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1C9 250-380-9988 $ B,L •

ChEF SuziE iN thE SQuarE 18B Bastion Square, Victoria, BC V8W 1H9 250-381-8722 $ B,L

DutCh baKEry & CoFFEE Shop 718 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1H2 250-385-1012 $ B,L,D •

gEorgia CaFé & DEli9805 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC V8L 4X3 250-655-9445 $ B,L

hEroN roCK biStro B,Br4 - 435 Simcoe Street, Victoria, BC V8V 4T4 250-383-1545 $$ L,D •

liDo biStro1234 S. Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3H9 www.lidobistro.com 250-385-5436 $$ L • •

miragE CoFFEE 817 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1W8 www.miragecoffee.ca 250-384-4985 $ B,L,T •

murChiES tEa & CoFFEE ltD. 1110 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Y2 www.murchies.com 250-383-3112 $$ B,Br,L •

oaK bay biStro 206 - 2250 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, BC V8R 1G5 250-598-1441 $$ Br,L,D • •

thE pita pit 1221 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T9 250-382-7482 $ L,D •

ShiNE CaFé 1320 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2J1 www.shinecafe.ca 250-595-2134 $ B,BR,L

SipS artiSaN biStro425 Simcoe Street, Victoria, BC V8V 4T3 250-590-3519 $$ Br,L,D • •

SoFia CaFFE & ChoColat6929 West Coast Road, Victoria, BC V9Z 0V1 778-425-2529 $$ L,D • •

WilliE’S baKEry & CaFé537 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1M2 www.williesbakery.com 250-381-8414 $ B,Br,L •

CARIBBEANthE rEEF rEStauraNt ViCtoria 533 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1k7 www.thereefrestaurant.com 250-388-5375 $$ Br,L,D •

CASUAL/FAMILY DININGbill mattiCK’S rEStauraNt5333 Cordova Bay Road, Victoria, BC V8Y 2L3 250-658-4271 $$ B,L,D •

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biN 4 burgEr louNgE180 - 911 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8V 4X3 250-590-4154 $$ L,D • •

broWNS SoCialhouSE809 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2B9 www.brownssocialhouse.com 250-388-0200 $$ Br,L,D • •

CaCtuS Club CaFE1125 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3L7 250-361-3233 $$ L,D • •

FlyiNg ottEr grill950 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3 250-414-4220 $$ B,L,D • •

glo rEStauraNt louNgE104 - 2940 Jutland Road, Victoria, BC V8T 5k6 www.gloeuropub.com 250-385-5643 $$ Br,L,D • •

JohN’S plaCE723 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 1N9 B,Br www.johnsplace.ca 250-389-0711 $$ L,D •

lEgiSlatiVE DiNiNg room Parliament Buildings, Room 006 Victoria, BC V8V 1X4 250-387-3959 $$ B,L • •

milEStoNES millStrEam VillagE2401 Unit E Millstream Road, Victoria, BC V9B 3R5 www.milestonesrestaurants.com 250-391-5016 $$ Br,L,D • •

milEStoNES rEStauraNt812 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3 www.milestonesrestaurants.com 250-381-2244 $$ Br,L,D • •

NaNDo’S FlamE-grillED ChiCKEN101 - 1600 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z3 www.nandoscanada.com 250-590-3239 $$ L,D • •

paul’S rEStauraNt1900 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4k8 www.paulsmotorinn.com 250-382-9231 $$ B,L,D • •

poDium SportS grill531 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8N 1k7 www.podiumsportsgrill.ca 250-382-3838 $$ L,D • •

purE hEalth louNgE rEStauraNt The Bay Centre, 228 - 1150 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 5B5 www.purehealthbar.com 250-220-4565 $ B,L,D •

rEDD’S roaDhouSE rEStauraNt 3020 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8T 5B5 250-382-4400 $ B,L,D •

StiCKy WiCKEt pub & rEStauraNt919 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2C2 www.strathconahotel.com 250-383-7137 $$ L,D • •

SWiFtSurE rEStauraNt & louNgE427 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X3 B,Br www.swiftsurelounge.com 250-413-2704 $$ L,D • •

SWiSS ChalEt ViCtoria 3233 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8Z 3k8 250-475-0334 $ L,D •

ViC’S StEaKhouSE & bar345 Quebec Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W4 www.vicssteakhouse.ca 250-480-6585 $$ B,L,D • •

WESt CoaSt WaFFlES 1235 Broad Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2A5 B,Br www.westcoastwaffles.ca 250-590-3400 $ L,D •

CATERINGtruFFlES CatEriNg group iNC.1461 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC V9A 3P5 www.trufflescatering.net 250-544-0200

CHINESEDoN mEE’S SEaFooD rEStauraNt 538 Fisgard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1R4 250-383-1032 $$ L,D •

miNg’S rEStauraNt1321 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2k9 250-385-4405 $$ L,D • •

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Artof Dining

506 Fort Street | 250-361-9000 www.indiacurryhousejr.com

IndIa Curry Houseserving Victoria for 21 years, we are the only restaurant on the island offering authentic south and north Indian cuisine in a friendly, comfortable, accessible location.

Come try our dosas, Idlis, and Vadas!

We are open every day for lunch and dinner. our Monday-Thursday lunch buffet offers a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian specialties.

THe reeF

Enjoy the flavours of the Caribbean in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Serving lunch, brunch and dinner seven days a week.

533 Yates Street | 250-388-5375 www.thereefrestaurant.com

Visit www.tourismvictoria.com/dining for more dining information.

615 Yates Street | 250-382-8768 www.azuma.ca

aZuMa susHIWe are Victoria’s downtown sushi destination. east meets West in this upscale, urban sushi restaurant. We serve Japanese classics made to order with only the freshest ingredients. Come experience our newly renovated restaurant and lounge. Voted Victoria’s best sushi restaurant. dine-in, Pick up, or delivery. open daily 11am – Late.


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ITALIANbElla moNtagNa 1999 Country Club Way, Victoria, BC V8W 1R4 www.bearmountain.ca 250-391-5224 $$ L,D • •

thE blaCK oliVE 739 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 1N9 250-384-6060 $$$ L,D • •

Fiamo italiaN KitChEN515 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1k7 250-388-5824 $$ D •

il tErrazzo riStoraNtE555 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1M2 250-361-0028 $$ L,D • •

luCa’S CuCiNa & taphouSE3195 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8Z 3k3 250-385-2211 $$ L,D • •

pagliaCCi’S 1011 Broad Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2A1 250-386-1662 $$ Br,L,D • •

JAPANESEazuma SuShi615 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1L1 250-382-8768 $$ L,D • •

JapaNESE VillagE StEaK aND SEaFooD houSE 734 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1E1 250-382-5165 $$$ L,D • •

SEN zuShi rEStauraNt & SuShi bar940 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3k2 250-385-4320 $ L,D •

Shima SuShi1218 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T8 250-590-7370 $$ L,D •

yoKohama JapaNESE rEStauraNt980 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2H3 250-384-5433 $$ L,D • •

kOREANKiNg SEJoNg rEStauraNt 650 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1L3 250-382-1289 $ L,D •

LOUNGEthE bENgal louNgE at thE FairmoNt EmprESS721 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1W5 www.fairmont.com/empress 250-389-2727 $$ L,D • •

CliVE’S ClaSSiC louNgE 740 Burdett Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 1B2 www.chateauvictoria.com 250-361-5664 $ L,D •

thE lEDgE louNgE1140 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Y2 www.bedfordregency.com 250-384-6835 $$ D • •

maStErS louNgE1999 Country Club Way, Victoria, BC V9B 6R3 www.bearmountain.ca 250-391-7160 $$ L • •

thE paCiFiC louNgE 463 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X3 www.hotelgrandpacific.com 250-380-4458 $$ L,D • •

MEXICANbaJa SurF grill 535 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2Z6 www.bajasurfgrill.com 250-590-6693 $$ L,D • •

CaFé mExiCo 1425 Store Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3C6 250-386-1425 $$ L,D •

MICRO BREWPUBS/PUBS/WINE BARS17 milE houSE pub 5126 Sooke Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0E2 www.17milehouse.com 250-642-5942 $$ L,D • •

barD & baNKEr pub 1022 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1X7 www.bardandbanker.com 250-953-9993 $$ L,D •

bartholomEW’S bar & roCKEFEllEr grillE B,Br777 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2B5 250-388-5111 $ L,D • •

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WiNg’S rEStauraNt90 Gorge Road West, Victoria, BC V9A 1M1 250-385-5564 $ L,D • •

DESSERTSmarblE Slab CrEamEry View Street Entrance of The Bay Centre 1150 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC 250-385-7522 $ •

oh gElato 1013 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1X7 250-381-1448 $ •

EAST INDIANDa taNDoor 1010 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3k4 250-384-6333 $$ D • •

iNDia Curry houSE 102 - 506 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1E6 www.indiacurryhousejr.com 250-361-9000 $$ L,D • •

FINE DININGCaFé brio 944 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3k2 www.cafe-brio.com 250-383-0009 $$$ D • •

thE EmprESS room at thE FairmoNt EmprESS 721 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1W5 B,Br www.fairmont.com/empress 250-389-2727 $$$ L,D • •

harbour houSE rEStauraNt 607 Oswego Street, Victoria, BC V8V 4W9 www.victoriaharbourhouse.com 250-386-1244 $$$ D • •

thE marK 463 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X3 250-380-4487 $$$ D • •

paNaChE 1999 Country Club Way, Victoria, BC V9B 6R3 www.bearmountain.ca 250-391-7160 $$$ D • •

SEagrillE 849 Verdier Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1C5 www.brentwoodbaylodge.com 250-544-5100 $$$ Br,L,D •

SooKE harbour houSE 1528 Whiffen Spit Road, Sooke, BC V0S 1N0 www.sookeharbourhouse.com 250-642-3421 $$$$ D • •

FIRST NATIONSriVErWalK CaFé 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan, BC V9L 6P4 www.quwutsun.ca 250-746-8119 $$ L,D •

FISH & CHIPSbarb’S plaCE FiSh & ChipSFisherman’s Wharf, Victoria, BC www.barbsplace.ca 250-384-6515 $ L,D •

olD ViC FiSh & ChipS 1316 Broad Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2A8 250-383-4536 $ L,D • •

rED FiSh bluE FiSh On Pier 1006, Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T4 250-298-6877 $ L,D •

FRENCHChEz miChEl rEStauraNt 1871 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, BC V8R 1C6 www.chezmichelrestaurant.ca 250-598-2015 $$$ D •

GREEkmilloS rEStauraNt & louNgE 716 Burdett Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 3G2 www.millos.ca 250-382-4422 $$ L,D • •

INTERNET CAFéthE CourtyarD CaFé 463 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X3 250-386-0450 $ B,L

JamES bay CoFFEE & booKS143 Menzies Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2G4 250-386-4700 $ L •

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brENtWooD pub 849 Verdier Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1C5 www.brentwoodbayresort.com 250-544-5102 $$ L,D • •

CaNoE brEWpub, mariNa & rEStauraNt450 Swift Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1S3 www.canoebrewpub.com 250-361-1940 $$ L,D • •

DarCy’S WharFSiDE pub 1127 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1T7 www.darcyspub.ca 250-380-1322 $$ L,D • •

garriCK’S hEaD pub1140 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Y2 250-384-6835 $$ L,D •

hECKlEr’S SportS bar & grill123 Gorge Road East, Victoria, BC V9A 1L1 250-386-9207 $ L,D •

iriSh timES pub1200 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Y3 www.irishtimespub.ca 250-383-7775 $$ Br,L,D •

loNDoN armS pub2915 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4M8 250-385-6731 $$ L,D • •

thE mooN uNDEr WatEr brEWEry ltD. 350 B Bay Street, Victoria, BC V8T 1P7 www.moonunderwater.ca 250-380-0706 $ L,D • •

pENNy FarthiNg pub2228 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, BC V8R 1G6 www.pennyfarthingpub.com 250-370-9008 $$ Br,L,D • •

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rEDD’S pub 3020 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8T 5B5 250-382-4400 $$ L,D •

SauCE bar & grill 1245 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T2 250-382-8662 $$ L,D • •

Six milE pub494 Island Highway, Victoria, BC V9B 1H5 250-478-3121 $$ L,D • •

SmugglEr’S CoVE pub & liQuor StorE 2581 Penrhyn Street, Victoria, BC V8N 1G4 www.smugglerscove.shawbiz.ca 250-477-2688 $$ Br,L,D • •

SpiNNaKErS gaStro brEWpub 308 Catherine Street, Victoria, BC V9A 3S8 www.spinnakers.com 250-386-2739 $$ L,D • •

SWaNS brEWpub 506 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 1N6 www.swanshotel.com 250-361-3310 $$ L,D • •

tuDor houSE pub & liQuor StorE 533 Admirals Road, Victoria, BC V9A 2N5 250-382-5625 $$ L,D • •

WiNE CEllar 1999 Country Club Way, Victoria, BC V9B 6R3 www.bearmountain.ca 250-391-7160 $$$ D •

ONLINE MENUSthE CEliaC SCENEwww.theceliacscene.com 250-727-6275 n/a

PIZZAthE JoiNt pizzEria & DEli1219 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T9 250-389-2226 $ B,L,D •

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www.barbsplace.caFisherman’s Wharf, Erie Street, Victoria BC 250.384.6515 / BarbsFishNChips

Celebrating 28 Years of Great Food!

Barb’s tender-crisp Fish & Chips; grilled or steamed Halibut & Salmon; Salad or Fries;

Oyster, Homemade Beef and Halibut Burgers; Dungeness Crab and Fresh Mussels & Clams;

Vancouver Island’s Best Seafood Chowder and much more!

Just a 15 minute walk from Downtown Victoria or a short ride on one of the Victoria Harbour Ferry Boats!

March – October: Open Daily 11:00am – Dark

Rated as one of the “Top 10 seafood spots by the sea in North America” by Sunset Magazine

A tRue ViCtoRiA expeRieNCe!

World Famous Fish & Chips on Fisherman’s Wharf


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pizzEria prima StraDa2960 Bridge Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4T3 www.pizzeriaprimastrada.com 250-590-4380 $$ L,D • •

pizzEria prima StraDaCook Street Village, 230 Cook Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3X3 www.pizzeriaprimastrada.com 250-590-8595 $$ L,D • •

SEAFOOD/STEAk & SEAFOODthE bluE Crab bar & grill 146 kingston Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1V4 250-480-1999 $$$ Br,L,D • •

ChaNDlEr’S SEaFooD houSE1250 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T8 www.chandlersseafood.com 250-385-3474 $$ L,D • •

FErriS’ oyStEr bar & grill536 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1k8 250-360-1824 $$ L,D • •

thE KEg at thE WiNEry3940 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8X 1J5 www.kegsteakhouse.com 250-479-1651 $$ D • •

thE KEg StEaKhouSE 500 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1E6 www.kegsteakhouse.com 250-386-7789 $$ D • •

lurE SEaFooD rEStauraNt & bar B,Br45 Songees Road Victoria, BC V9A 6T3 250-360-5873 $$$ L,D • •

thE mariNa rEStauraNt 1327 Beach Drive, Victoria, BC V8S 2N4 www.marinarestaurant.com 250-598-8555 $$$ Br,L,D • •

NautiCal NElliE’S1002 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T6 www.nauticalnelliesrestaurant.com 250-380-2260 $$ Br,L,D • •

paCiFiC primE StEaK & Chop rEStauraNt & louNgE181 Beach Drive, Parksville, BC V9P 2H5 250-248-8999 $$$ B,L,D •

pESCatorES SEaFooD grill & oyStEr louNgE 614 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1A4 www.pescatores.com Situated in the historic Belmont building, Pescatores is Victoria’s premier steak and seafood house. Also, the Oyster Lounge offers casual dining and drinking. 250-385-4512 $$$ D • •

riC’S grill 910 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1X3 250-381-7427 $$ Br,L,D • •

Sal’S primE StEaKhouSE 6929 West Coast Road, Victoria, BC V9Z 0V1 www.salsprime.com 250-642-0805 $$ L,D • •

TAPASmix by riC’S tapaS bar 6929 West Coast Road, Victoria, BC V9Z 0V1 250-642-0805 $$ L,D • •

StagE WiNE bar 1307 Gladstone Avenue, Victoria, BC V8R 1R9 www.stagewinebar.com 250-388-4222 $ D •

tapa bar rEStauraNt 620 Trounce Alley, Victoria, BC V8W 1k3 www.tapabar.ca 250-383-0013 $$ L,D •

VENEto tapa louNgE 1450 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2G1 www.venetodining.com 250-383-7310 $$ D • •

ViS a ViS WiNE & CharCutEriE bar 2232 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, BC V8R 1G5 250-590-7424 $$ D • •

TEAabKhazi garDEN luNCh aND tEa 1964 Fairfield Road, Victoria, BC V8S 1H4 www.abkhazi.com 250-598-8096 $ L,T

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aFtErNooN tEa at thE FairmoNt EmprESS 721 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1W5 www.fairmont.com/empress 250-389-2727 $$$$ L,T • •

CoNtEmporary WESt CoaSt aFtErNooN tEa at thE paCiFiC 463 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X3 www.hotelgrandpacific.com 250-380-4458 $$$$ L,T • •

JamES bay tEa room B,L 332 Menzies Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2G9 250-382-8282 $$ T,D • •

thE WhitE hEathEr tEa room B,Br1885 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, BC V8R 1C6 250-595-8020 $ L,T • •

THAISiam thai rEStauraNt512 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1E6 250-383-9911 $$ L,D • •

VEGETARIANgrEEN CuiSiNE VEgEtariaN rEStauraNt5 - 560 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3C6 250-385-1809 $ L,D •

VENuS Sophia tEa room & VEgEtariaN EatEry 540 Fisgard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1R4 www.venussophia.com 250-590-3953 $ Br,L,T • •

WEST COAST5th StrEEt bar & WooDFirE grill1028 Hillside Avenue, Victoria, BC V8T 2A3 250-380-4600 $$ Br,L,D •

aura WatErFroNt rEStauraNt & patio 680 Montreal Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1Z8 www.aurarestaurant.ca 250-414-6739 $$$ Br,L,D • •

biStro at mErriDalE 1230 Merridale Road, Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L0 www.merridalecider.com 250-743-4293 $$ Br,L • •

thE ClubhouSE 919 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2C2 www.strathconahotel.com 250-383-7137 $$ L,D • •

FirE & WatEr FiSh aND Chop houSE728 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3Z5 250-480-3828 $$$ L,D • •

FirESiDE grill 4509 West Saanich Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 3G1 250-479-1222 $$ Br,L,D • •

haro’S rEStauraNt & bar 9805 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC V8L 4X3 250-655-9770 $$$ L,D • •

o biStro 500 Oswego Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1C1 www.oswegovictoria.com 250-294-7500 $$$ L,D • •

oFFiCE rEStauraNt & louNgE 759 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1L6 www.theofficelounge.ca 250-590-5253 $$ L,D • •

pablo’S DiNiNg louNgE 225 Quebec Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W2 250-388-4255 $$$$ D • •

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Victoria’smuseumsarespecialplacesfullofwonderfulexhibitsandfascinatingdetailsaboutthehistoryofthecityandtheprovince.Victoria’smuseumsfocusonabroadmixofhistoricthemes,includingnatural,social,military,artandnavalhistory.Someofthecity’smuseumsareimpeccablyrestoredhistorichomesandbuildingscompletewithperiodfurnishingsanddecorations.Onthefollowingpages,you’llfindacomprehensivedirectoryofattractions,museumsandrecreationcentres.Formoreinformationonhappeningsaroundtown,checkouttheFestivalsandSpecialEventsonpage18orvisitwww.tourismvictoria.com/thingstodo.

dinOSaurS: ancient fOSSilS, neW diScOVerieS Thefirstdinosaurfossilwasidentifiedjust200yearsago.Scientiststodayareusingbioengineeringsoftware,CTscansandnewideastoreinterpretthemostpuzzlingmysteriesofthesecreatures.Whatdidtheyreallylooklike?Howdidtheymoveandbehave?Why,orevenwhether,theybecameextinct.Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoverieshighlightscutting-edgedinosaurresearchbyAmericanMuseumofNaturalHistorypaleontologistsandleadingscientistsfromaroundtheworldinthisexhibitionattheRoyalBCMuseumfromMay17toSeptember16.

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attractiOnSabkhazi Garden, 1964 Fairfield Road, Victoria, BC V8S 1H4, T (250) 598-8096, F (250) 598-8076 www.abkhazi.com One of Canada’s most significant gardens created by Prince and Princess Abkhazi. A 1½ acre gem, close to downtown. Enjoy lunch or afternoon tea.

attractions Victoria, PO Box 39047 James Bay Postal Outlet, Victoria, BC V8V 4X8, T (250) 382-6432 www.attractionsvictoria.com Check out our FREE MAP! Attractions Victoria members range from attractions to museums, buses to carriages, ferries to floatplanes and specialty retail to a downtown mall.

Beacon Hill children’s Farm, Beacon Hill Park, Victoria, BC V8V 4Z8, T (250) 381-2532

carr House, 207 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2k3, T(250) 383-5843, F (250) 356-7796

craigdarroch castle Historic House Museum, 1050 Joan Crescent, Victoria, BC V8S 3L5, T (250) 592-5323, F (250) 592-1099 www.thecastle.ca Completed in 1890, Craigdarroch Castle displays lavish Victorian era furnishings, woodwork and stained glass, stunning views of Victoria and the Olympic Mountains. A must see!

Miniature World, 649 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1A7, T (250) 385-9731, F (250) 385-2835 www.miniatureworld.com

national Geographic iMax theatre, 675 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1A1, T (250) 480-4887, F (250) 480-4830 www.imaxvictoria.com

pacific Undersea Gardens, 490 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W9, T (250) 382-5717, F (250) 382-5210 www.pacificunderseagardens.com

parliament Buildings of Bc, Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X4, T (250) 387-3046, TF (800) 663-7867 www.leg.bc.ca

St. ann’s academy chapel, 835 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8V 4W8, T (250) 953-8829, F (250) 953-8823 www.stannsacademy.com

tony’s Old time portraits Studio, 523 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3E2, T (250) 383-2290 www.tonysoldtimeportraits.com

Victoria Bug Zoo, 631 Courtney Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1B8, T (250) 384-2847, F (250) 389-2847 www.bugzoo.com Welcome to the amazing world of insects and arachnids. Home to over 60 species of LIVE giant tropical bugs. Fun. Interactive. Educational. Open year round.

Victoria Harbour Ferry company ltd., 1234 N Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3H9, T (250) 708-0201, F (250) 708-0401 http://victoriaharbourferry.com

ExHiBitS/GallEriES/MUSEUMSlegacy art Gallery, 630 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1k9, T (250) 381-7645, F (250) 381-7609 [email protected]

Maritime Museum of British columbia, 28 Bastion Square, Victoria, BC V8W 1H9, T (250) 385-4222, F (250) 382-2869 www.mmbc.bc.ca

royal Bc Museum, 675 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8W 9W2, T (250) 356-7226, F (250) 387-5674, TF (888) 447-7977 www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca

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TVictoria police Department Historical Society & Museum, 850 Caledonia Avenue, Victoria, BC V8T 5J8, T (250) 995-7422

rEcrEatiOnal FacilitiEScrystal pool, 2275 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4C4, T (250) 361-0732, F (250) 361-0723

Victoria - city centre area

attractiOnSpoint Ellice House, 2616 Pleasant Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4V3, T (250) 380-6506, F (250) 381-2338

ExHiBitS/GallEriES/MUSEUMScanadian Scottish regimental Museum, 715 Bay Street, Victoria, BC V8T 1R1, T (250) 363-8753, F (250) 363-3593

naval & Military Museum - cFB Esquimalt, 1299 Naden Way, Victoria, BC V9A 7N2, T (250) 363-4312, F (250) 363-4252

rEcrEatiOnal FacilitiES Esquimalt recreation centre, 527 Fraser Street, Victoria, BC, V9A 6H6, T (250) 412-8500, F (250) 412-8529

Greater Victoria - Oak Bay

rEcrEatiOnal FacilitiES recreation Oak Bay, 1975 Bee Street, Victoria, BC V8R 5E6, T (250) 595-7946, F (250) 370-7127 www.recreation.oakbaybc.org

Greater Victoria - Saanich & the peninsula

attractiOnSthe Butchart Gardens ltd., 800 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1J8, T (250) 652-4422, F (250) 652-3883, TF (866) 652-4422 www.butchartgardens.com

centre of the Universe, 5071 West Saanich Road, Victoria, BC V9E 2E7, T (250) 363-8262, F (250) 363-8290

the Gardens at Hcp, 505 Quayle Road, Victoria, BC V9E 2J7, T (250) 479-6162, F (250) 479-6047 www.hcp.ca

Victoria Butterfly Gardens, 1461 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1J5, T (250) 652-3822, F (250) 652-4683, TF (877) 722-0272 www.butterflygardens.com

rEcrEatiOnal FacilitiESSaanich commonwealth place park & recreation centre, 4636 Elk Lake Drive, Victoria, BC V8Z 5M1, T (250) 475-7620, F (250) 727-2649 www.saanich.ca/resident/recreation/scp.html

Greater Victoria – Sidney

attractiOnSMineral World, 9808 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC V8L 4S3, T (250) 655-4367, F (250) 655-4302 www.mineralworld.ca

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Self-guided Tours Daily: 10:00am – 4:30pm

Extended hours from June 15th to September 6th:

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T 250.592.5323

Tour maps are available in seven different languages and iSpy Maps

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Victoria’s Legendary LandmarkCraigdarroch Castle

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ExHiBitS/GallEriES/MUSEUMSBritish columbia aviation Museum, 1910 Norseman Road, Sidney, BC V8L 5B2, T (250) 655-3300, F (250) 655-1611 www.bcam.net

Greater Victoria – Westshore

attractiOnScraigflower Farmhouse and School, 1801 Admirals Road, Victoria, BC V9A 0B2, T (250) 386-1606, F (250) 744-2251

Fort rodd Hill & Fisgard lighthouse national Historic Sites of canada, 603 Fort Rodd Hill Road, Victoria, BC V9C 2W8, T (250) 478-5849, F (250) 478-2816 www.pc.gc.ca/fortroddhill Explore century-old coast artillery fortification and Canada’s oldest West Coast lighthouse. Play, relax, observe wildlife and enjoy stunning views. Check out our events calendar.

Great canadian casinos, 1708 Old Island Highway, Victoria, BC V9B 1H8, T (250) 391-0311, F (250) 391-0310, TF (877) 473-2818

Hatley park national Historic Site, Home of Royal Roads University, 2005 Sooke Road, Victoria, BC V9B 5Y2, T (250) 391-2666, F (250) 391-2620, TF (866) 241-0674 www.hatleypark.ca

Wildplay Element parks, West Shore Victoria, 15 - 1767 Island Highway, Victoria, BC V9B 1J1, T (250) 590-7529, F (250) 590-7673, TF (888) 856-7275 www.wildplay.com Climb, zip, swing and play at WildPlay Victoria. kids, teens and adults conquer fun on suspended bridges, ziplines, Tarzan swings and more Monkido® aerial adventures!

Greater Victoria – Sooke

attractiOnSadrena linE Zipline adventures, 5128C Sooke Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0E2, T (250) 642-1933, F (250) 642-1937, TF (866) 947-9145 www.adrenalinezip.com

ExHiBitS/GallEriES/MUSEUMS Sooke region Museum & Visitor centre, 2070 Phillips Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 1H7, T (250) 642-6351, F (250) 642-7089, TF (866) 888-4748

South central island

attractiOnSBritish columbia Forest Discovery centre, 2892 Drinkwater Road, Duncan, BC V9L 6C2, T (250) 715-1113, F (250) 715-1170

pacific northWest raptors ltd. Bird of prey centre, 1877 Herd Road, Duncan, BC V9L 5W4, T (250) 746-0372, F (250) 746-0115 www.pnwraptors.com

Quw’utsun’ cultural & conference centre, 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan, BC V9L 6P4, T (250) 746-8119, F (250) 746-4143, TF (877) 746-8119 www.quwutsun.ca

Fort Rodd Hill & Fisgard Lighthouse

Showtimes & rates: 250-480-4887imaxvictoria.comOpen evenings

Dinosaurs: Giants of Patagonia opening May, 2012

The exhibition is organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York (www.amh.org), in collaboration with the Houston Museum of Natural Science; California Academy

of Science, San Francisco; The Field Museum, Chicago; and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh. © American Museum of Natural History. Image Courtesy of the Royal

Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology

Wildlife Photographer of the Year Dec 16, 2011 – Apr 9, 2012Queen Elizabeth II by Cecil Beaton: A Diamond Jubilee Celebration June 1 – Sept 3, 2012

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attractiOnSMilner Gardens & Woodland, 2179 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach, BC V9k 1G1, T (250) 752-6153, F (250) 752-3826 www.milnergardens.org

Wildplay Element parks, nanaimo, 35 Nanaimo River Road, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1S5, T (250) 716-7874, F (250) 755-1196, TF (888) 716-7374 www.wildplay.com Unleash an adventure at WildPlay Nanaimo. kids, teens and adults conquer fun Monkido® obstacles, king Swings, Canyon Zips and Bungy Jumps! Videos and details online.

rEcrEatiOnal FacilitiESHorne lake caves & campground, 3890 Horne Lake Caves Road, Qualicum Bay, BC V9k 2L7, T (250) 248-7829, F (888) 446-8044, TF (877) 341-2267 www.hornelake.com

Vancouver/Mainland Bc

attractiOnScapilano Suspension Bridge ltd., 3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver, BC V7R 4J1, T (604) 985-7474, F (604) 985-7479 www.capbridge.com

Vancouver aquarium Marine Science centre, Avison Way, Stanley Park, Vancouver, BC V6B 3X8, T (604) 659-3474, F (604) 659-3515

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EntErtainMEntcynthia Davis Jazz & Blues Vocalist, 330 Wray Avenue, Victoria, BC V9E 2H5, T (250) 661-2252, F (250) 658-4464

EVEntS/FEStiValSGoodlife Fitness Victoria Marathon, 185 - 911 Yates Street, PO Box 675, Victoria, BC V8V 4Y9, T (250) 658-4520, F (250) 658-4280

inter-cultural association of Greater Victoria, 930 Balmoral Road, Victoria, BC V8T 1A8, T (250) 388-4728, F (250) 386-4395

rifflandia Festival, 259-560 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3C6, T (250) 995-2642, F (250) 995-2672 www.rifflandia.com

taste: Victoria’s Festival of Food and Wine www.victoriataste.com

Victoria Bc Ska Society, 2741 The Rise, Victoria, BC V8T 3T4, T (250) 858-1940 www.victoriaskafest.ca

Victoria Dragon Boat Festival, T (250) 704-2500, F (250) 472-0680

Victoria Film Festival, 1215 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3L4, T (250) 389-0444, F (250) 389-0406

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Victoria international cycling Festival, www.vicf.ca

Victoria Jazz Society, Suite J, 727 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1M9, T (250) 388-4423, F (250) 388-4407, TF (888) 671-2112

Victoria tall Ships Society, 28 Bastion Square, Victoria, BC V8W 1H9, T (250) 384-2005, F (250) 386-1303

Victoria tea Festival, Crystal Garden, Victoria, BC, T (250) 370-4880, F (250) 370-4888

niGHtliFEManhattan the club, 2915 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4M8, T (250) 385-6731, F (250) 385-6912

Upstairs cabaret, 15 Bastion Square, Victoria, BC V8W 1T7, T (250) 385-5483, F (250) 385-5106

ViSUal & pErFOrMinG artS/EntErtainMEntart Gallery of Greater Victoria, 1040 Moss Street, Victoria, BC V8V 4P1, T (250) 384-4171, F (250) 361-3995

Ballet Victoria Society, PO Box 5191 Stn B, Victoria, BC V8R 6N4, T (250) 380-6063, F (250) 380-6064

Belfry theatre, 1291 Gladstone Avenue, Victoria, BC V8T 1G5, T (250) 385-6815, F (250) 385-6336

Blue Bridge repertory theatre, 920 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3N4, T (250) 385-4462 www.bluebridgetheatre.ca

canadian pacific Ballet, 41 - 560 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3C6, T (250) 380-2522, TF (877) 335-2522 www.canadianpacificballet.org

chemainus theatre Festival, 9737 Chemainus Theatre Road, Chemainus, BC V0R 1k0, T (250) 246-9820, F (250) 246-2324, TF (800) 565-7738 www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca

Early Music Society of the islands, 907 Pandora Avenue, Alix Goolden Hall, Victoria, BC V8V 3P4, T (250) 386-6121, TF (888) 717-6121 www.earlymusicsocietyoftheislands.ca

Kaleidoscope theatre, 3130 Jutland Road, Victoria, BC V8T 2T3, T (250) 383-8124, F (250) 383-8911, TF (800) 811-5777

lafayette String Quartet, PO Box 1700 STN CSC, Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2, T (250) 721-7902, F (250) 721-6597

Open Space contemporary arts Society, 510 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1E6, T (250) 383-8833, F (250) 383-8841

Other Guys theatre company, 1704 Hollywood Crescent, Victoria, BC V8S 1J3, T (250) 381-7187 www.otherguystheatre.ca

pacific Opera Victoria, 500 - 1815 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8T 5A4, T (250) 385-0222, F (250) 382-4944

proart alliance of Greater Victoria, 2 - 1609 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2J5, T (250) 896-0860 www.proartalliance.ca

the royal & Mcpherson theatres Society, 625 Fisgard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1R7, T (250) 386-6121, F (250) 361-0805, TF (888) 717-6121 www.rmts.bc.ca

Victoria conservatory of Music, 900 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3N4, T (250) 386-5311, F (250) 386-6602, TF (866) 386-5311 www.vcm.bc.ca

Victoria Symphony, 610 - 620 View Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1J6, T (250) 385-6515, F (250) 385-7767, TF (888) 717-6121

Victoria theatre Guild - langham court theatre, 805 Langham Court, Victoria, BC V8V 4J3, T (250) 384-2142, F (250) 384-1293

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Adrena Line Zipline Adventure ToursArt Gallery of Greater VictoriaBelfry TheatreThe Butchart GardensCamosun College InterurbanCamosun College LansdowneCanadian Scottish Regimental MuseumCentre of the UniverseCraigdarroch CastleCraigflower FarmhouseFort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic SitesGardens at HCP, TheGreat Canadian CasinoMineral WorldMount Douglas ParkMount TolmieNaval and Military Museum - CFB EsquimaltPoint Ellice HouseRoyal Roads University andHatley Park Castle and MuseumSaanich Commonwealth PlaceShaw Ocean Discovery CentreSidney BooktownSidney Historical MuseumSooke Region MuseumUniversity of VictoriaVictoria Butterfly GardensWildPlay Element Park, West Shore Victoria

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Patricia Bay

Deep Cove

Oak Bay

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Thetis Lake

Sooke Potholes

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GoldstreamProvincial

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Witty’s LagoonRegional Park

Roche CoveRegional Park

Island ViewBeach Park

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art Dealers/Galleriesalcheringa Gallery, 665 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1G6 T (250) 383-8224, F (250) 383-9399Deluge contemporary art, 636 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1L3, T (250) 385-3327, F (250) 385-3327 www.deluge.wsDowntown Victoria art Galleries, Various locations in Victoria, Victoria, BC V8W 3Z8Eclectic Gallery, 2170 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, BC V8R 1E9, T (250) 590-8095 www.eclecticgallery.caHill’s native art, 1008 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1X7, T (250) 385-3911, F (250) 385-5371, TF (866) 685-5422Madrona Gallery, 606 View Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1J4, T (250) 380-4660, F (250) 380-4625Out of the Mist Gallery, 740 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3M6, T (250) 480-4930, TF (800) 337-1107 www.outofthemistgallery.comthe Sculpture Studio, 211 Harbour Road, Victoria, BC V9A 3S2, T (250) 419-3233 www.davidhunwick.comView art Gallery, 104 - 860 View Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3Z8, T (250) 213-1162West End Gallery, 1203 Broad Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2A4, T (250) 388-0009, F (250) 388-0099, TF (877) 388-0009Winchester Galleries ltd. Humboldt Street at the Astoria, 758 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8W 4A1, T (250) 386-2773, F (250) 386-2310Winchester Galleries ltd. Humboldt Street at the Belvedere, 796 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8W 4A2, T (250) 382-7750Winchester Galleries ltd. Oak Bay Avenue, 2260 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, BC V8R 1G7, T (250) 595-2777, F (250) 595-2310

art/Office Suppliesisland Blue print co ltd., 905 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8V3k3, T (250) 385-9786, F (250) 385-1377, TF (800) 661-3332Monk Office Supply ltd., 800 Viewfield Road, Victoria, BC V9A 4V1, T (250) 384-0565, F (250) 384-2553

arts/craftsButton & needlework Boutique, 614 View Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1J4, T (250) 384-8781, F (250) 384-8781, TF (877) 384-8781 www.buttonedup.comGlobal Village Store, 527 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 1N5, T (250) 380-1530Sasquatch trading ltd., 1233 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Y6, T (250) 386-9033, F (250) 386-4324 www.salescene.com/sasqtrad.htmlSkanda, 1033 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3k5, T (250) 475-2632, F (250) 475-2631 www.skanda.ca

automotive/Bicycle/Motorcycle Sales & ServiceSteve Drane Harley-Davidson ltd., 2940 Ed Nixon Terrace, Victoria, BC V9B 0B2, T (250) 475-1345, F (250) 475-2346

Book/Map Storescrown Bookstore, Queen's printer for B.c., 514 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1T7, T (250) 356-6778, F (250) 387-1120, TF (800) 663-6105 www.crownpub.bc.caMunros Book Store, 1108 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Y2, T (250) 382-2464, F (250) 382-2832russell Books, 734 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1H2, T (250) 361-4447 www.russellbooks.comSidney Booktown, 2436 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC V8L 1X6, T (250) 656-2345, F (250) 656-0662

clothing/Outdoor Gear/Sports appareladventure clothing tilley Endurable retail, 1015 Broad Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2A1, T (250) 384-3337, F (250) 384-3387, TF (800) 381-3337Ot Fitwear, 1006 Broad Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z9, T (250) 388-7071 www.otfitwear.complain Jane Boutique, 769 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1G9, T (250) 385-3443 www.plainjanevictoria.caSalts clothing, 105 - 561 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1M2, T (250) 590-6961, F (250) 932-5857 www.saltsclothing.comSimply the Best, 1008 Broad Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z9, T (250) 386-6661, F (250) 483-1934Sitka Surfboards, 570 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1k8, T (250) 382-7873, F (250) 920-7873Something More Fashions, 611 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1G1, T (250) 389-0420, TF (888) 411-6673 www.somethingmore.ca

FloristFlowers on top, 1005 Broad Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2A1, T (250) 383-5262, F (250) 383-2962

Gifts/Specialty/Souvenir Shopsartina’s Jewellery, 1002 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1X8, T (250) 386-7000, F (250) 386-7001, TF (877) 386-7700 www.artinas.comaurea, 614 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1M4, T (250) 381-6260, F (250) 598-2630, TF (877) 381-6260 cowichan trading, 1328 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Y8, T (250) 383-0321, F (250) 386-4324 www.cowichantrading.comcrabtree & Evelyn, 640 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3V2, T (250) 388-0102, F (250) 383-1691 www.crabtree-evelyn.caFeys + Hobbs Gourmet Boutique, 636 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V9A 4V2, T (250) 590-5761 www.feysandhobbs.comGarden of Eden, 106 - 1483 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3k4, T (250) 385-3523, F (250) 385-3524, TF (866) 226-3894irish linen Stores, 1019 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1X6, T (250) 383-6812, F (250) 383-5099, TF (877) 966-6868 www.irishlinenvictoria.comJade Victoria, 911 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1X5, T (250) 384-5233, F (250) 384-5232 www.jademine.comMurchie’s tea & coffee Specialty Shop, 1110 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Y2, T (250) 383-3112, F (250) 383-3255, TF (800) 663-0400 www.murchies.com

Murray’s trick & Joke Shop, 688 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1C9, T (250) 385-6807, F (250) 385-5543

Oceanside Gifts on the lower causeway, 102 - 812 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, T (250) 380-1777, F (250) 384-9416 www.oceansidegifts.ca

Vanity Fair antiques, 1044 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3Z9, T (250) 380-7274 www.vanityfairantiques.com

Victoria Bead town Designs, 1317 Broad Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2A8, T (250) 590-7690, F (250) 590-7692

Grocerieslifestyle Markets, 2950 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4N4, T (250) 384-3388, F (250) 384-3050, TF (800) 937-5433 www.lifestylemarkets.com

liquor Storeliquor Express on Yates, 759 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1L6, T (250) 384-4136, F (250) 381-2037

Spinnakers Spirit Merchants, 130 - 176 Wilson Street, Victoria, BC V9A 7N6, T (250) 360-1333, F (250) 360-1377

StratH ale, Wine & Spirits Merchants, 919 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2C2, T (250) 370-9463, F (250) 370-2337 www.strathconahotel.com

Shopping centres/MarketsBastion Square revitalization Society, PO Box 8106, Victoria, BC V8W 3R6, T (250) 885-1387

the Bay centre, 2 - 1150 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3M9, T (250) 952-5690, F (250) 381-4814 www.thebaycentre.ca

Market Square, 560 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3C6, T (250) 386-2441, F (250) 386-2440

Matticks Farm, 5325 Cordova Bay Road, Victoria, BC V8Y 2L3, T (250) 658-4075, F (250) 658-4716

Mayfair Shopping centre, 221 - 3147 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8Z 6E3, T (250) 383-0541, F (250) 381-0542 www.mayfairshoppingcentre.com

Uptown, Douglas Street at Saanich Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 0B9, T (250) 383-4866, F (250) 383-5097 www.shopuptown.ca

SweetsEnglish Sweet Shop, 736 Douglas Street (at the Victoria Conference Centre), Victoria, BC V8W 3M6, T (250) 382-3325, F (250) 881-1527, TF (800) 848-1533 www.englishsweets.com

rogers’ chocolates, 913 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1X5, T (250) 384-1885, F (250) 384-5750 www.rogerschocolates.com

tea StoreMurchie’s tea Store, 1110 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Y2, T (250) 383-3112, F (250) 383-3255, TF (800) 663-0400 www.murchies.com

Silk road tea, 1624 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z3, T (250) 704-2688, F (250) 382-0001 www.silkroadtea.com

teaopia, 616 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3V2,T (250) 381-4099, F (905) 738-9021, TF (888) 858-4955 www.teaopia.ca

teaopia, Mayfair Shopping Centre, Unit 125 - 3147 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3V2, T (250) 381-4090, F (905) 738-9021, TF (888) 858-4955 www.teaopia.ca

telecommunicationscanpages, 2700 Production Way Suite 500, Burnaby, BC V5A 4X1, T (250) 544-4250, F (250) 544-4260, TF (800) 634-1476

Wine ShopsVintage Spirits, 1450 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2G1, T (250) 383-4157, F (250) 383-2279, TF (800) 332-9981

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Day oNEDowntown Victoria/Oak Bay/Esquimalt

ThecrowningjewelofdowntownVictoriaisthespectacularInner Harbour,thecity’smostrecognizedscenichighlightandhometoexcellentshoppingandattractions,includingtheRoyalBCMuseum,LegislativeBuildings,MaritimeMuseum,BastionSquareandmuchmore.OldTownandMarketSquaredatebacktothegoldrushofthemid-tolate-1800s.Nearby,Victoria’scolourfulChinatownistheoldestinCanada.

OntheoppositesideoftheInnerHarbour,JamesBayisthecity’soldestresidentialneighbourhoodandisgracedwithmanybeautifulheritagehomesalongtree-linedstreetsandisthelocationofapopularweekendmarket.Fisherman’sWharffeaturesaneclecticcollectionoffloatinghomesandfishingvesselsandistheplacetogoforseafoodfreshofftheboat.

JustovertheJohnsonStreetBridge,Esquimaltisminutesfromdowntownand

homeofthePacificFleetatCanadianForcesBaseEsquimalt.Esquimaltboastsanavalmuseum,historicmilitarysites,parkswithoceanviews,award-winninggardensandseveralscenicwalkingpaths.

ReturndowntownandgojustnorthtoRockland,thesettingforsomeofthecity'smostimpressivehistoricmansions,aswellastheArtGalleryofGreaterVictoria.NearbyFairfieldfeaturesadelightfulshoppingareaattheCookStreetVillageandtheMossStreetMarketonsummerweekends.

OntheedgeofdowntownandaneasywalkfromCookStreetVillage,BeaconHillParkisVictoria’soldestparkandoffersgardens,fountains,shadedpathways,playingfieldsandacentury-oldcricketpitch.FromBeaconHillPark,DallasRoadfollowsthecoastlineintoOakBayandUplands.

VictoriasmostBritish-lookingneighbourhood,OakBayfeaturesTudor-stylehomes,impeccablelandscaping,parks,beachesandashoppingdistrictfullofshops,

tearooms,pubsandrestaurants.OakBay’sUplandsneighbourhooldisthelocationofCanada’smostvaluablerealestate.

TOURING TIPS:Victoria’s downtown core is easily walkable if you want to explore on your own. Maps for several self-guided walking tours are available at the Visitor Centre at the Inner Harbour. These walking tours lead you through downtown Victoria’s most scenic areas and some are themed to highlight aspects of the city’s heritage and culture.

Other downtown touring options include guided walking and cycling tours, double-decker bus tours, horse-drawn carriage tours, boat tours, pedicab tours and coach tours. Oak Bay and Esquimalt are just a short distance from downtown and are easily reached by car, public transportation or bicycle.

Day twoSaanich/Saanich Peninsula/Sidney

HomeoftheUniversityofVictoria,aswellasexcellentshopping,diningandaccommodationoptions,Saanichisalarge,ecologicallydiversemunicipalityofferinganabundanceofleisureactivities.SaanichalsofeaturesseveralofVictoria'sloveliestparks.StartthedaywithawalkinMountDouglasPark,amagnificent,densely

tHrEE-Day Grand city SiGhtSeeinG tOurVictoria has so much to offer that it is impossible to see everything in one day and even three days is jam-packed with sights and activities. Stop in at Tourism Victoria’s Visitor Centre at the Inner Harbour for maps and information, as well as accommodation bookings, tickets for events and activities. See page 25 for attractions.

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FollowHighway17(thePatBayHighway)toElk/BeaverLakeRegionalPark,whichisonebigparkwithtwolakesfeaturingbeaches,picnicareas,awheelchair-accessiblefishingdockanda15-kilometrewalkingandridingtrail.ElkLakeisthehomebaseforCanada’sOlympicRowingTeamandisidealforkayaking,canoeingandwindsurfing.

TheidyllicSaanichPeninsulafeaturessomeoftheSouthIsland’smostpicturesquesettings,aswellasrenownedattractions,suchasTheButchartGardens

andVictoriaButterflyGardens.CountryroadsoffHighway17and17A(WestSaanichRoad)leadthroughthepastorallandscapeoffarms,vineyardsandpocketcommunities.Alongtheway,pauseatsomeofthemanyroadsidestandsforfreshflowers,fruitandvegetablesandtakeatourofawinery,distilleryorcidery.

TheprettytownshipofSidney-by-the-Sea,justafive-minutedrivefromSwartzBayFerryTerminalandVictoria

InternationalAirport,isknownforitsoceansidewalkways,outdoormarkets,shops,museumsandattractions,includingtheShawOceanDiscoveryCentre.

TOURING TIPS:Several options are available for touring, including car, bus and guided coach tour, as well as cycling the Lochside Trail. For more information, check with Tourism Victoria’s Visitor Centre at the Inner Harbour or go to www.tourismvictoria.com.

Day tHrEE West Shore and Sooke

FromdowntownVictoria,drivetowardtheneighbourhoodofViewRoyal,situatedatthetipoftheGorgeWaterway.OverlookingPortageInlet,ViewRoyalisaresidentialdistrictwithgorgeousviews,lovelyparksandpicturesqueshoreareas.

ContinuewesttoGreaterVictoria’ssemi-rural,semi-residentialWestShore,whichincludesthecommunitiesofColwood,theHighlands,LangfordandMetchosin.SightseeingopportunitiesandactivitiesintheWestShorerangefromhiking,golfing

andwildlifeviewingtofishing,boatingandkayaking.AttractionsincludeThetisLakeRegionalPark,acasino,anadventurecentrefeaturingzipliningandatreetopobstaclecourse,historicsites,museums,artgalleries,studios,shops,gardensandRoyalRoadsUniversity,homeofHatleyCastle.

WindyourwaywestwardalongHighway14toSooke,aregionoflushrainforests,rockycliffs,lighthouses,foresthikingtrails,storm-watchingvantagepointsandsomeofthemostscenicbeachesonVancouverIsland.Enroute,stopatEastSookeParkwheretrailsrangefromcasualstrollstofull-daytreks.BirdwatchersenjoyWhiffinSpit,anaturalbreakwaterbetweentheStraitofJuandeFucaandSookeHarbour.Sookeisabustlingtownwithartgalleries,shopsandawealthofadventureoptions.TheSookeareaisalsoknownforitscharmingbedandbreakfastinns.

WestofSooke,gorgeousFrenchBeachfeaturesawheelchair-accessiblepicnicandplaygroundarea.AtChinaBeach,a20-minutewalkintheforestisrewardedwithanawe-inspiringoceanvista.Highway14willtakeyoutoPortRenfrewandBotanicalBeach,oneofthebestplacesontheWestCoasttoexploretidepools.Checklocalnewspapersforlowtidetimes.

TOURING TIPS:Highway 14 continues beyond Port Renfrew and Sooke as part of the Pacific Marine Circle Route, a designated touring route (see page 41). This area is also the location of the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail, a 47-kilometre hiking trail and the trailhead for the West Coast Trail, a 75-kilometre trek to Bamfield on the west coast of Vancouver Island. For more information on these trails, as well as attractions and activities in the West Shore/Sooke area, visit Tourism Victoria’s Visitor Centre at the Inner Harbour or go to www.tourismvictoria.com.

outDoor activity aDD-oNsManyvisitorscometoVictoriaeveryyeartopursuetheirfavouriteoutdooractivitiesandplanmulti-dayvacationsbasedaroundhiking,kayaking,diving,fishing,cycling,motorcycling,golfingandmore.Theseactivities,aswellasziplining,whaleandwildlifewatchingandsurfing,areexcellentadd-onstoanyitinerary.Mostoftheseactivitiesareavailableyearround,althoughsomeareseasonal.Formoreinformation,seepage12andcheckwithindividualoperatorslistedbeginningonpage42orvisitwww.tourismvictoria.com.

KiD-FriENDly aDD-oNsTravellingwiththekids?KeepingkidsactiveandhappyinVictoriaisasnap!WhilemostoutdooractivitiesinVictoriacanbemodifiedfortheyoungerset,someareespeciallysuitableforages6to13:ziplining,whaleandwildlifewatching,fishing,hiking,cyclingandevenkayaking.Formoreinformation,checkwithindividualoperatorslistedbeginningonpage42.

Thentherearetheattractions.ToppicksforDayOneincludetheRoyalBCMuseum,theMaritimeMuseum,BeaconHillPark(especiallythepettingzoo!),Fisherman’sWharf,theBugZooandthemarinaandbeachinOakBay.OnDayTwo,don’tmissMountDouglasPark,GyroBeach,Elk/BeaverLakeRegionalPark,TheButchartGardens,VictoriaButterflyGardensandtheShawOceanDiscoveryCentre.DayThreehighlightsincludeThetisLakeRegionalPark,EastSookePark,WhiffinSpitandthebeachesalongWestCoastRoad(Hwy14).

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GardenS and teaVictoria’smosthistoricvacationtheme!Foroveracentury,visitorshavebeentouringourgardensandenjoyingthetraditionofafternoontea.Whiletherearemoregardensherethanyoucanseeinoneday,youcanchooseoneortwoasafocusorsignupforaguidedgardentour.Afternoonteaoptionsrangefromveryeleganttocosyandcasual,butitisalwaysasumptuousmealfeaturinganarrayoftraditionalsavouryandsweettreats.Forgardens,seepage25;fortearooms,seepage24.

fiShinG and GOlfinGAclassiccombination!VictoriawatershavebeenluringfishersfordecadeswithbighalibutandallfivespeciesofPacificsalmon.Spendthemorningonthewater,fuelupatapubandthenteeoffintheafternoonononeofVictoria’sworld-famousgolfcourses.Fishingchartersarelistedonpage44,pubsonpage22andgolfcoursesonpage44.

firSt natiOnSDiscovertheancienttraditionsofVancouverIsland’sFirstNations.TheRoyalBCMuseum

featuresoneofthefinestexhibitsintheprovincedetailingthehistoryandcultureoftheFirstNations,complementedbythemagnificenttotemsthatgraceThunderbirdPark.ThentakeatripovertheMalahatDrive(Hwy1)toDuncan,notedforthemorethan40totemsinandaroundtown.ArtgalleriesinbothVictoriaandDuncanshowcasethetalentsofrenownedFirstNationsartists.Seepage25forattractionsandmuseums;seepage36forartgalleries.

SPa and ShOPPinGTheultimateluxury!Victoria’sspasoffersomedecadenttreatmentsandpackagesthatwillsootheyoursoulandrefreshyourbody.Followyourspavisitwithanafternoonof“retailtherapy”andyouwillbereadyforanythingwhenyoureturnhome.ShoppinginVictoriaisalwaysadelightfulexperience.Downtown,youcanbrowsetheshopsandboutiquesanddiscovereverythingfromoriginalartandfashionsbylocalandinternationaldesignerstoone-of-a-kindhomeaccessoriesandfurnishings.Outsideofdowntown,severalshoppingcentresofferawealthofshopsandservicesallunderoneroof.Intheresidentialneighbourhoods,clustersofshopsprovidemoreoptions.Forspas,seepage62;formoreinformationonshopping,seepage36.

Winery and culinaryVictoriahasearnedawell-deservedreputationforfinefoodanddrink.

up islaND adVentureWanttoseemoreofVancouverIsland?Victoriaisthestartingpointforsomeincredibleadventures.ThedistancenorthfromVictoriadirectlytoPortHardyis502kilometresandfromNanaimowesttoTofinois206kilometres.Besuretogiveyourselftimetoexplorethecommunitiesalongthewaybyallowingyourselfthreetofivedaystodothewholetrip.ForUpIslandaccommodationoptionsstartonpage56;fordetailsontouringUpIsland,visittheVisitorCentreattheInnerHarbourorvisitwww.tourismvictoria.com.

LeaveVictoriaalongHighway1towardsNanaimo.Justoutofthecity,stopinatGoldstreamProvincialPark,whichoffershikingtrailsinold-growthforest,alargepicnicarea,campingandaninformationcentre.FromlateSeptemberthroughDecember,GoldstreamProvincialParkdrawscrowdsofonlookersduringthesalmonrun,anaturalphenomenonfeaturingthousandsofspawningsalmonandhundredsofeagles.

Justpastthepark,thesummitoftheMalahatDrivesectionofHighway1grantsdramaticviewsofFinlaysonArm,theSaanichInletandtheGulfIslandsasitleadsnorththroughancientforestsandalongmountainsides.

DescendintotheCowichanValleyandtheSouthCowichancommunitiesofShawniganLake,Cobble,HillandMillBay.TherollinghillsoftheCowichanValleyare

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InDuncan,theCowichanValley'slargestcommunity,takeaself-guidedwalkingtourofmorethan40totempolesandbrowsetheshopsandboutiquesdowntown.Duncanisalsohometoseveralverypopularfamilyattractions.

JustnorthofDuncan,thetownofChemainusisknownasCanada'slargestoutdoorartgallery,with40wall-sizedmuralsplusadozenorsostatuesdepictingthecommunity'shistory.Alittlefartheralong,Ladysmithisahillsidetownwithoceansideparksandaquaintdowntown.

NanaimoisVancouverIsland'ssecond-largestcityandoffersawiderangeofattractionsandactivities,fromgolfing,kayakingandhikingtoparksandnaturesanctuaries.GabriolaIsland,justa20-minuteferrytripfromNanaimo,isagreatgetawayknownforartandadventure.

NorthofNanaimo,youentertheParksvilleandQualicumBeacharea,aresortdestinationfamousforexceptionalgolfcoursesandmagnificentbeaches.Thisareaisanexcellentchoiceforfamilyvacationsandrelaxingretreats.

HeadwestfromNanaimotoVancouverIsland’sspectacularPacificRimregion,hometothecommunitiesofPortAlberni,Ucluelet,TofinoandBamfield.PacificRimNationalParkfeaturesLongBeach,whichboasts12kilometresofshorelineandthe75-kilometreWestCoastTrail.Adventureoptionsabound,includingfishing,diving,surfing,hikingandwildlifewatching.

ReturntoNanaimoandresumedrivingnorthintotheComoxValley.Courtenay,theurbancentreoftheComoxValley,isthesiteofanumberofsignificantarchaeologicaldiscoveriesandthefirststopontheGreatCanadianFossilTrail,whichlinksCanada'smostimportantpalaeontologysites.Courtenayisalsoknownforitsvibrantartsandculturalcommunityanditssuperboutdooradventureopportunities,includingskiingandsnowboardingatMountWashington.ComoxandCumberlandaretwomoreComoxValleycommunitieswellworthvisitingandDenmanandHornbyIslands,ashortferrytripfromBuckleyBaysouthofCourtenay,areacclaimedfordivingandkayaking.

Farthernorth,CampbellRiverisadestinationworldfamousforfreshandsalt

waterfishingandagreatchoiceforgolfandoutdoorrecreationsuchasdiving,kayaking,wildlifewatching,hikingandcamping.Nearby,StrathconaProvincialParkoffersmorethan100kilometresofhikingtrails.QuadraIslandisjustaten-minuteferryrideacrossDiscoveryPassagefromdowntownCampbellRiverandoffershiking,fishing,kayakinganddiving.

FromCampbellRiver,youcantraveltoTelegraphCove,PortMcNeill,AlertBay,SointulaandPortHardy,thegatewaytotheInsidePassage,PrinceRupertandnorthernBritishColumbiaviaBCFerries.

TheoptionsforexploringVictoriaareexceptional.Wineries,breweries,cideries,distilleriesandevenameadery,aswellasfarms,artisanfoodproducersandofcoursesomeofthefinestrestaurantsyouwilleverexperienceareallhere.Truegourmandsshouldplanforseveraldays.Ifyouhavelesstime,youcanspendadayexploringtheSaanichPeninsulaandthenanotherintheCowichanValley.Wineandculinarytoursarehighlyrecommended.Forbrewery/cidery/culinary/winerytours,seepage45;forrestaurants,seepage20.

artS and cultureWhatbetterwaytoexploreacitythanbyexperiencingitsartsandculturalcommunity.Victoria’sartgalleriesaretreasuretrovesoffinelocalartineverymediumcreatedbysomeofthecountry’smostrenownedartistsandartisans.Thecity’smanyperforming

artsvenuessetthestagefordance,music,theatre,operaandsymphonybylocalandinternationalperformers.Topthatwiththemanyfestivalsandcommunityeventsthattakeplaceineveryseasonandyouhaveadazzlingarrayofchoices.Tofindoutwhat’shappening,seepage18;performingartsvenuesareonpage29;andartgalleriesarelistedonpage36.

GulF islaNDs hOPPinGFamousamongartlovers,theGulfIslandsarerenownedforartsandcrafts,charmingcountryinnsandexcellentrestaurants,aswellasprovincialcampsites,hiking,kayaking,cyclingandbreathtakingscenery.YoucanchooseoneislandasadaytripfromVictoriaorhopfromonetoanotheroverseveraldays.TheSouthernGulfIslands,including

SaltSpring,Pender,Mayne,GalianoandSaturna,areaccessibleviaBCFerriesfromSwartzBaynorthofVictoria(severalsailingsdaily).Floatplaneserviceisalsoavailable.

paciFic mariNE circle rOute Theultimatewildernessdrivingtour,thePacificMarineCircleRoutetracesthecoastlinefromVictoriawestthroughSookeandPortRenfrew,andthendelvesdeepintotheforestsoftheLakeCowichanareaandontoHighway1forthereturntriptoVictoriaviaDuncan.Alongtheway,you’llseebreathtakingoceanviews,abundantwildlife,lushgreenforestsandrockywave-sweptbeaches.Thefullypaved255-kilometreroutecanbedrivenasadaytripbutatleasttwodaysarerecommendedtoallowforstopsalongtheway.

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Bike tours/cycling/Mountain BikingcrD regional trails, 490 Atkins Avenue, Victoria, BC V9B 2Z8, T (250) 360-3344, F (250) 478-5416

cycle Bc.ca rentals, 685 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1A6, T (250) 380-2453, F (250) 477-9660, TF (866) 380-2453 www.cyclebc.ca Canada’s largest selection of rental motorcycles, scooters and bicycles. Rent by the hour, day, week or longer. Group tours available. Victoria and Vancouver locations. www.cyclebc.ca

cycle treks tours and rentals, 1000 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T4, T (250) 386-3147, F (250) 386-3370, TF (877) 733-6722 Guided and self-guided bike tours of the Victoria Region. City tours, wine tours, Galloping Goose and Lochside Trail tours; all on top quality equipment.

Boat toursMaple leaf adventures, 209 - 1110 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3Z1, T (250) 386-7245, F (250) 386-7246, TF (888) 599-5323 www.mapleleafadventures.com

pirate adventures canada, Fisherman’s Wharf, Victoria, BC k7A 5B8, T (250) 858-7535 www.pirateadventures.ca Arrgh! Live the life of a pirate onboard our fifty-foot pirate ship, seek treasure, fire water cannons, complete with face painting and pirate gear.

Bungee JumpingWildplay Element parks, nanaimo, 35 Nanaimo River Road, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1S5, T (250) 716-7874, F (250) 755-1196, TF (888) 716-7374 www.wildplay.com Join the ranks of 210,000 brave guests who’ve taken the 150-foot Bungy Jump at WildPlay Nanaimo! Element videos and details available online.

cultural tours/Whale Watching/ Wildlife ViewingBc Whale tours, 1234 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3H9, T (250) 590-5030 www.bcwhaletours.com

campbell river Whale Watching & adventure tours, Roberts Reach, Campbell River, BC V9W 2L1, T (250) 287-2667, F (250) 287-2647, TF (877) 909-2667 www.campbellriverwhalewatching.com

Discovery Marine Safaris, Coast Marina 1003 Island Highway, Campbell River, BC V9H 1V4, T (250) 287-7008, F (250) 287-7005, TF (866) 501-6722 www.adventurewhalewatching.com

Eagle Wing Whale Watching tours, 12 Erie Street - Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 2, Victoria, BC V8V 4X5, T (250) 384-8008, F (250) 381-8190, TF (800) 708-9488 www.eaglewingtours.com

Five Star Whale Watching, 651 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1A6, T (250) 388-7223, F (250) 388-5474, TF (800) 634-9617 www.5starwhales.com

Great pacific adventures, 1000 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T4, T (250) 386-2277, F (250) 386-3370, TF (877) 733-6722 www.greatpacificadventures.com

Jamie’s Whaling Station & adventure centres, 606 Campbell Street, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-3919, F (250) 725-2138, TF (800) 667-9913 www.jamies.com

Ocean Explorations Whale Watching, 602 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1C7, T (250) 383-6722, F (250) 383-6749 www.oceanexplorations.com

Ocean Outfitters ltd., 368 Main Street, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-2866, F (250) 725-2880, TF (877) 906-2326 www.oceanoutfitters.bc.ca The ultimate in Tofino whale watching, bear watching, Hot Spring excursions and private charters. Experienced local naturalist guides. Zodiacs and covered heated vessels. Open year round.

Orca Spirit adventures ltd., 146 kingston Street, Marina Level, Victoria, BC V8V 1V4, T (250) 383-8411, F (250) 383-4666, TF (888) 672-6722 www.orcaspirit.com World-class educational whale watching tours, onboard marine biologists, comfortable heated covered vessels or open zodiacs. Washrooms, liquor licenced, complimentary shuttle, free parking, whale guarantee.

prince of Whales Whale Watching, 812 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, T (250) 383-4884, F (250) 383-4882, TF (888) 383-4884 www.princeofwhales.com

Sea Quest adventures, 105 - 2537 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC V8L 1Y3, T (250) 656-7599, TF (888) 656-7599 www.seaquestadevntures.com

Springtide Victoria Whale Watching tours, 1119 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T7, T (250) 384-4444, F (250) 658-0779, TF (800) 470-3474 www.SpringTideCharters.com WHALE WATCHING. Ocean cruisers: fast, quiet, inside/outside comfort biologist presentations, complimentary refreshments, washrooms. Zodiacs: open air excitement! SPORTSFISHING: Salmon, Halibut on 42” Yacht, expert guide, light tackle.

Stubbs island charters ltd., PO Box 2-2, Telegraph Cove, BC V0N 3J0, T (250) 928-3185, F (250) 928-3102, TF (800) 665-3066 www.stubbs-island.com

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S West coast aquatic Safaris ltd., 101A Fourth Street, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-9227, F (250) 725-3730, TF (877) 594-2537 www.whalesafaris.com

DivingOgden point Dive centre, 199 Dallas Road, Victoria, BC V8V 1A1, T (250) 380-9119, F (250) 385-9110, TF (888) 701-1177 www.divevictoria.com

Fishing2 reel Fishing adventures, 2051 Anna Marie Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0A4, T (250) 213-5472 www.2reel.ca

adam’s Fishing charters, T (250) 370-2326, F (250) 385-4840 www.adamsfishingcharters.com Come and enjoy some of the most spectacular fishing Canada’s West Coast has to offer. Our expert guides will ensure you have a world-class experience.

Beasley’s Fishing charters, Fisherman’s Wharf 12 Erie Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, T (250) 381-8000, TF (866) 259-1111

Gotcha Salmon charters, 3267 Megaw Place, Victoria, BC V8P 5J7, T (250) 514-2469

Hook’n them Up Fishing charters, 1327 Beach Drive, Victoria, BC V8S 2N4 www.vanislefishing.com

island Outfitters, 3319 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8Z 3L2, T (250) 475-4969 F (250) 475-6942, TF (866) 915-4254 www.fishingvictoria.com

Kuroshio charters, 950 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8T 1T3, T (250) 812-1252 www.kuroshio.com

reel Obsession Sport Fishing, 3139 Carran Road, Victoria, BC V9C 2k5, T (250) 886-0315, F (250) 391-6691, TF (888) 855-7335 www.reelobsession.ca

Salmon Safaris, 925 Pedder Bay Drive, Pedder Bay Marina, Victoria, BC V9C 4H1, T (250) 889-5099, F (250) 658-0214

Golf coursearbutus ridge Golf club, 3515 Telegraph Road, Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L4, T (250) 743-5000, F (250) 743-5518, TF (800) 446-5322 www.golfbc.com/courses/arbutus_ridge

Bear Mountain Golf & country club, 1999 Country Club Way, Victoria, BC V9B 6R3, T (250) 744-2327, F (250) 474-3754, TF (888) 533-2327

Bear Mountain Golf academy, 1999 Country Club Way, Victoria, BC V9B 6R3, T (250) 744-2327 www.bearmountain.ca

cedar Hill Golf course, 1400 Derby Road, Victoria, BC V8P 1T1, T (250) 475-7150, F (250) 370-9438

cordova Bay Golf course, 5333 Cordova Bay Road, Victoria, BC V8Y 2L3, T (250) 658-4444, F (250) 658-4716

Glen Meadows Golf & country club, 1050 McTavish Road, Sidney, BC V8L 5T4, T (250) 656-3921, F (250) 656-3127 www.glenmeadows.bc.ca Beautiful eighteen-hole, full-length golf course. Near Victoria, BC Ferries, International Airport. Green fees $27-$58. Driving Range, restaurant, licenced lounge, banquets, tennis and curling.

Henderson park Golf course, 2291 Cedar Hill Cross Road, Victoria, BC V8P 5H9, T (250) 370-7200, F (250) 595-7607

Highland pacific Golf, 450 Creed Road, Victoria, BC V9B 6C9, T (250) 478-4653, F (250) 478-8823 www.highlandpacificgolf.com Victoria’s new public golf course. 15 minutes from downtown, par-71 championship course with stunning views, award-winning driving range, restaurant, power carts with GPS.

Olympic View Golf course, 643 Latoria Road, Victoria, BC V9C 3A3, T (250) 474-3673, F (250) 474-4001, TF (800) 446-5322 www.olympicviewgolf.com

Golf programs Golf central, 1234 S Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3H9, T (250) 380-4653, F (250) 595-4653, TF (866) 380-4653 www.golfcentraltours.com

Golf Vancouver island, Suite B, 551 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1M2, T (250) 388-4650, F (250) 383-4653, TF (888) 465-3239 www.golfvancouverisland.ca Your “one-stop shop” for Island Golf getaways and vacations. From airfares and ferry reservations to tee times and accommodations. We take care of it all! www.golfvancouverisland.ca.

Hikingr&t rainforest tours, 1236 Montrose, Victoria, BC V8T 2k4, T (250) 590-6635, TF (877) 549-1672

West coast trekking, T (250) 217-8832, TF (855) 370-8832 www.westcoastrekking.ca

KayakingBlackfish Wilderness Expeditions, 1327 Beach Drive, Victoria, BC V8S 2N4, T (250) 216-2389 www.blackfishwilderness.com

Gorge rowing & paddling centre, 2940 Jutland Road, Victoria, BC V8T 5k6, T (250) 380-4668, F (250) 380-4622

Kelp reef adventures, Fisherman’s Wharf Dock 1 - 12 Erie Street, Victoria, BC V8V 4k5, T (250) 386-7333 www.kelpreef.com

Ocean river Sports, 1824 Store Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4R4, T (250) 381-4233, F (250) 361-3536 www.oceanriver.com

paddle in the park, 2320 Harbour Road, Dock E Van Isle Marina, Sidney, BC V8L 2P8, T (250) 686-2047

Victoria Kayak, 950 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, T (250) 216-5646

MarinasGreater Victoria Harbour authority, 189 Dallas Road, Victoria, BC V8V 1A1, T (250) 383-8300, F (250) 383-8322, TF (877) 783-8300

pedder Bay Marina, 925 Pedder Bay Drive, Victoria, BC V9C 4H1, T (250) 478-1771, F (250) 478-0285, TF (877) 478-1771 www.pedderbay.com

Victoria international Marina, 505-1100 Melville Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 4A6, T (604) 687-2206, F (604) 687-4141 www.victoriainternationalmarina.ca

Outdoor adventure/recreationadrena linE Zipline adventure tours, 5128C Sooke Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0E2, T (250) 642-1933, F (250) 642-1937, TF (866) 947-9145 www.adrenalinezip.com

Bc Wake Boats, 1403-1630 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3J5, TF (888) 987-9253 www.bcwakeboats.com

Harbour air tours, 950 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, T (250) 384-2215, F (250) 385-2234, TF (800) 665-0212 www.harbourair.ca

landsea tours & adventures, T (604) 255-7272, F (604) 685-8960, TF (877) 669-2277 www.vancouvertours.com

Mount Washington alpine resort, 1 Strathcona Parkway, Courtenay, BC V9J 1L0, T (250) 338-1386, F (250) 338-5493, TF (888) 231-1499

nimmo Bay - Helicopter Fishing & Wilderness adventures, PO Box 696, Port McNeil, BC V0N 2R0, T (250) 956-4000, F (250) 956-2000, TF (800) 837-4354 www.nimmobay.com

tlc conservation Holidays, 301-1195 Esquimalt Road, Victoria, BC V9A 3N6, T (250) 383-4627, TF (888) 738-0533

Wildplay Element parks, nanaimo, 35 Nanaimo River Road, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1S5, T (250) 716-7874, F (250) 755-1196, TF (888) 716-7374 www.wildplay.com Unleash an adventure at WildPlay Nanaimo. kids, teens and adults conquer fun Monkido® obstacles, king Swings, Canyon Zips and Bungy Jumps! Videos and details online.


parkscapital regional District parks, 490 Atkins Avenue, Victoria, BC V9B 2Z8, T (250) 478-3344, F (250) 478-5416

Gulf islands national park reserve, 2220 Harbour Road, Sidney, BC V8L 2P6, T (250) 654-4000, F (250) 654-4014, TF (866) 944-1744 www.pc.gc.ca/gulf

Swan lake christmas Hill nature Sanctuary, 3873 Swan Lake Road, Victoria, BC V8X 3W1, T (250) 479-0211, F (250) 479-0132

rentalsisland Boat rentals (Harbour rentals), 1000 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T4, T (250) 995-1661, F (250) 386-3370, TF (877) 733-6722

Sports rent, 3 - 1950 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4N8, T (250) 385-7368, F (250) 385-7408 www.sportsrentbc.com

Sailinga 3 Hour Sail $69/person, T (250) 885-2311, TF (877) 788-4263 www.threehoursail.com

Ziplinesadrena linE Zipline adventure tours, 5128C Sooke Road, Victoria, BC V9Z 0E2, T (250) 642-1933, F (250) 642-1937, TF (866) 947-9145 www.adrenalinezip.com Get zipped! Offering fully guided zipline tours, day or night, including suspension bridges, an ATV ride, eight ziplines up to 1000ft long and 150ft high!

Wildplay Element parks, nanaimo, 35 Nanaimo River Road, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1S5, T (250) 716-7874, F (250) 755-1196, TF (888) 716-7374 www.wildplay.com Zip through the trees or above Nanaimo River! Fun reaches a higher level with WildPlay’s Canyon Zip and Monkido® Aerial Adventure. Videos and details online.


tOUrSair toursHarbour air tours, 950 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, T (250) 384-2215, F (250) 385-2234, TF (800) 665-0212 www.harbourair.ca

Hyack air tours, 1234 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3H9, T (250) 384-2499, F (250) 384-2415

Westcoast air tours, 950 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T4, T (250) 384-2215, F (250) 385-2234, TF (800) 665-0212 www.westcoastair.com

Bear toursDiscovery Marine Safaris tours, Coast Marina 1003 Island Highway, Campbell River, BC V9H 1V4, T (250) 287-7008, F (250) 287-7005, TF (866) 501-6722 www.adventurewhalewatching.com


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Brewery/cidery/culinary/Winery tourschurch & State Wines, 1445 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1J5, T (250) 652-2671, F (250) 652-2672 www.churchandstatewines.com

cowichan Valley artisans, 1588 Adelaide, Crofton, BC V0R 1R0, T (250) 748-3811 www.cowichanvalleyartisans.com

De Vine Vineyards, 6181 B Old West Saanich Road, Victoria, BC V8M 1W8, T (250) 665-6983 www.devinevineyards.ca

Driftwood Brewery, 102 - 450 Hillside Avenue, Victoria, BC V8T 1Y7, T 250-381-2739 www.driftwoodbeer.com

lizard adventure Winery tours, 791 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 1N9, T (250) 891-6881 www.lizardadventuretravel.com

luxury Wine tours, 750 Goldstream Avenue, Victoria, BC V9B 5T2, T (250) 391-9000, F (250) 391-9001, TF (888) 933-5466

Merridale ciderworks corp., 1230 Merridale Road, Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L0, T (250) 743-4293, F (250) 743-9310, TF (800) 998-9908 www.merridalecider.com

Saturna island Family Estate Winery, 8 Quarry Trail PO Box 54, Saturna Island, BC V0N 2Y0, T (250) 539-3521, F (250) 641-2987, TF (877) 918-3388 www.saturnavineyards.com

Sea cider Farm & cider House, 2487 Mt. St. Michael Road, Saanichton, BC V8M 1Y7, T (250) 544-4824, F (250) 544-4870 www.seacider.ca

Vancouver island Brewery, 2330 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8T 5G5, T (250) 361-0005, F (250) 360-0336

Victoria Spirits inc., 6170 Old West Saanich Road, Victoria, BC V9E 2G8, T (250) 544-8217, F (250) 544-8218

Wine islands Vintners association, c/o WIVA - Box 20058, Duncan, BC V9L 5H1, (250) 743-4293, F (250) 743-9310, TF (800) 998-9908 www.wineislands.ca

Garden toursOcean Outfitters Garden tours, 5 - 421 Main Street, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-2866, F (250) 725-2880, TF (877) 906-2326

Victorian Garden tours ltd., T (250) 380-2797, F (250) 383-2846 www.victoriangardentours.com

Horsedrawn tourstally Ho carriage tours, Corner of Belleville & Menzies Streets, Victoria, BC, T (250) 514-9257, F (250) 652-0143, TF (866) 383-5067 www.tallyhotours.com

Victoria carriage tours, Corner of Belleville & Menzies Streets, Victoria, BC, T (250) 383-2207, F (250) 383-2097, TF (877) 663-2207 www.victoriacarriage.com

rail/train toursrocky Mountaineer, 101 - 369 Terminal Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6A 4C4, T (604) 606-7307, F (604) 606-5145, TF (800) 665-7245

Seaweed tourSeaflora Wild Organic Seaweed Skincare/Outer coast Seaweeds ltd., 2105 Otter Point Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0L8, T (250) 642-5328, F (250) 642-5318, TF (877) 713-7464 www.sea-flora.com

Sightseeing toursBig Bus, 811 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1W8, T (250) 389-2229, F (866) 757-7701, TF (888) 434-2229 www.bigbusvictoria.ca For 2 days you can hop on and hop off our buses at 23 stops around Victoria or take our 90-minute City Tour www.bigbusvictoria.com.

cVS Sightseeing, 185 Dallas Road, Victoria, BC V8W 2X2, T (250) 386-8652 www.cvscruisevictoria.com

GpS tour Guide inc., PO Box 259, Banff, AB T1L 1A4, T (403) 760-8200, F (403) 760-8255 www.gpstourscanada.com

itt Wilson’s tours, 3 - 463 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X3, T (250) 477-3322, TF (866) 846-1917 www.wilsonstours.com

landsea tours Sightseeing tours, T (604) 255-7272, F (604) 685-8960, TF (877) 669-2277 www.vancouvertours.com

pacific coach lines Sightseeing tours, 700 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2B3, F (604) 681-4634, TF (800) 661-1725 www.pacificcoach.com

pacific Spirit tours, T (778) 891-7257, F (604) 563-7258, TF (888) 802-1524 www.pacificspirittours.com

Suncoast charters and tours, 2096 Church Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0W7, T (778) 677-7433 www.suncoastcharters.ca

tMS Gateway tours/Grayline of Victoria, 780 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2B3, T (250) 385-6553, TF (855) 385-6553 www.graylinevictoria.com

Victoria adventure Quest, 1234 S Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3H9, T (250) 595-4653, F (250) 385-5436, TF 866-595-4653

Victoria Harbour Ferry company ltd. tours, 1234 N Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3H9, T (250) 708-0201, F (250) 708-0401 www.victoriaharbourferry.com

Step on Guide/concierge Servicesredbud Step-on Guide & tour Service, 501 - 2910 Cook Street, Victoria, BC V8T 3S7, T (250) 384-1767

Walking toursarchitectural institute of British columbia, 100 - 440 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2N5, T (604) 683-8588, F (604) 683-8568, TF (800) 667-0753

Ghostly Walks & chinatown Walks, T (250) 384-6698 www.discoverthepast.com/gwalks.htm Scheduled tours year-round. Private tours any time. Our informative and entertaining tours make Victoria memorable. Check website or call for schedules and starting locations.

Old cemeteries Society of Victoria, 15 - 1594 Fairfield, PO Box 50004, Victoria, BC V8S 1G1, T (250) 598-8870, F (250) 598-8811

Society of Friends of St. ann’s academy, 835 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8V 4W8, T (250) 953-8820, F (250) 953-8823 www.friendsofstannsacademy.com

travel With taste culinary Walking tour, T (250) 385-1527, F (250) 385-1527 www.travelwithtaste.com

Victoria civic Heritage trust, PO Box 8388, Victoria, BC V8W 3R9, T (250) 727-8482, F (250) 388-3717

Walkabouts Historical tours, 1643 Mayne View Terrace, North Saanich, BC V8L 5B2, T (250) 592-9255, F (250) 881-7333 www.walkabouts.ca

Horse-drawn carriage tour, downtown Victoria

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BED & BrEaKFaStS/innSabigail’s Bed & Breakfast inn, 906 McClure Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3E7, T (250) 388-5363, F (250) 388-7787, TF (800) 561-6565 www.abigailshotel.com

albion Manor Bed & Breakfast inn, 224 Superior Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1T3, T (250) 389-0012, F (250) 389-0052, TF (877) 389-0012 www.albionmanor.com

ambrosia Historic Bed & Breakfast retreat, 522 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3S3, T (250) 380-7705, TF (877) 262-7672 www.ambrosiavictoria.com

Beaconsfield inn, 998 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2Z8, T (250) 384-4044, F (250) 384-4052, TF (888) 884-4044 www.beaconsfieldinn.com

Fisher House Victoria Bed & Breakfast, 333 Simcoe Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1k9, T (250) 386-6252, F (250) 386-6254 www.fisherhousevictoria.com

Haterleigh Heritage inn, 243 kingston Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1V5, T (250) 384-9995, F (250) 384-1935, TF (866) 234-2244 www.haterleigh.com

Humboldt House Bed & Breakfast, 867 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2Z6, T (250) 383-0152, F (250) 383-6402, TF (888) 383-0327 www.humboldthouse.com

John lewis House, 58 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2k3, T (250) 483-6588 www.johnlewishouse.com

Marketa’s Bed & Breakfast, 239 Superior Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1T4, T (250) 384-9844, F (250) 384-9848 www.marketas.com

Spinnakers GuestHouses, 308 Catherine Street, Victoria, BC V9A 3S8, T (250) 386-2739, F (250) 384-3246, TF (877) 838-2739 www.spinnakers.com Three heritage and contemporary guesthouses. Jacuzzis, fireplaces, private garden patios. Daily delivery of baked goods. Gastro pub, artisan beers, bakery, chocolates, supporting local producers.

Victoria’s Finest Bed and Breakfasts association www.victoriafinest.bc.ca

Victoria’s Historic inns www.victoriahistoricinns.com

HOStEl/DOrMHostelling international Victoria, 516 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1k8, T (250) 385-4511, F (250) 385-3232, TF (888) 883-0099 www.hihostels.ca

Ocean island inn | Backpackers | Suites limited, 791 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 1N9, T (250) 385-1788, F (250) 385-1780, TF (888) 888-4180 www.oceanisland.com

turtle Hostel, 1608 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2L4, T (250) 294-2025 www.turtlehostel.ca

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrtabigail’s Hotel, 906 McClure Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3E7, T (250) 388-5363, F (250) 388-7787, TF (800) 561-6565 www.abigailshotel.com

admiral inn, 257 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X1, T (250) 388-6267, F (250) 388-6267, TF (888) 823-6472 www.admiral.bc.ca

arbutus inn, 2898 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4M9, T (250) 386-1000, F (250) 386-1001 www.arbutusinn.ca

Bedford regency Hotel, 1140 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Y2, T (250) 384-6835, F (250) 386-8930, TF (800) 665-6500 www.bedfordregency.com

BESt WEStErn plUS carlton plaza Hotel, 642 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1M6, T (250) 388-5513, F (250) 388-5343, TF (800) 663-7241 www.bestwesterncarlton.com

BESt WEStErn plUS inner Harbour, 412 Quebec Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W5, T (250) 384-5122, F (250) 384-5113, TF (888) 383-2378 www.victoriabestwestern.com Great hotel in Victoria’s best location – the Inner Harbour! Complimentary continental breakfast and parking. Beautiful studios with balcony, fridge, microwave. Seasonal pool, whirlpool and sauna.

chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites, 740 Burdett Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 1B2, T (250) 382-4221, F (250) 380-1950, TF (800) 663-5891 www.chateauvictoria.com One block from harbour, downtown Victoria. Bike storage, pool, whirlpool, exercise room, rooftop restaurant, cocktail bar. Book direct for free parking, local calls, internet.

coast Victoria Harbourside Hotel, 146 kingston Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1V4, T (250) 360-1211, F (250) 360-1418, TF (800) 663-1144 www.coasthotels.com Located on the Inner Harbour with indoor/outdoor pool, complimentary downtown shuttle, stunning harbour views and the award-winning Blue Crab Bar & Grill.

Dalton Hotel & Suites, 759 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1L6, T (250) 384-4136, F (250) 382-6416, TF (800) 663-6101 www.daltonhotel.ca

Days inn Victoria on the Harbour, 427 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X3, T (250) 386-3451, F (250) 386-6999, TF (800) 665-3024 www.daysinnvictoria.com

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Delta Victoria Ocean pointe resort & Spa, 45 Songhees Road, Victoria, BC V9A 6T3, T (250) 360-2999, F (250) 360-1041, TF (800) 667-4677 www.deltavictoria.com

Embassy inn, 520 Menzies Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2H4, T (250) 382-8161, F (250) 382-4224, TF (800) 268-8161 www.embassyinn.ca Most affordable Inner Harbour Hotel. Walking distance to all major attractions, dining, shopping. Restaurant, free parking, free wireless internet and air conditioning in tower building.

Executive House Hotel, 777 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2B5, T (250) 388-5111, F (250) 385-1323, TF (800) 663-7001 www.executivehouse.com Located in downtown Victoria, one block from the magnificent Inner Harbour. Offering spacious guest rooms and suites with spectacular views. Barkley’s Steakhouse and Bartholomews Pub.

the Fairmont Empress, 721 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1W5, T (250) 384-8111, F (250) 389-2747, TF (800) 441-1414 www.fairmont.com/empress

Gatsby Mansion, 309 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X2, T (250) 388-9191, F (250) 920-5651, TF (800) 563-9656 www.bellevillepark.com

Harbour towers Hotel & Suites, 345 Quebec Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W4, T (250) 385-2405, F (250) 480-6593, TF (800) 663-5896 www.harbourtowers.com Ideally located one block from Victoria’s vibrant Inner Harbour. A short stroll to various attractions, shopping and transportation terminals. Hotel features many suites with views.

Helm’s inn, 600 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2P8, T (250) 385-5767, F (250) 385-2221, TF (800) 665-4356 www.helmsinn.com

Hotel Grand pacific, 463 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X3, T (250) 386-0450, F (250) 380-4474, TF (800) 663-7550 www.hotelgrandpacific.com Facing the Inner Harbour and adjacent to the Parliament Buildings. 304 guestrooms all with private balcony. Magnificent water views, pool, spa, Athletic Club, family suites.

Affordable AAA/CAA three diamond elegance in the heart of downtown Victoria, The Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites is only steps away from Victoria’s most popular destinations.

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Hotel rialto, 1450 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2G1, T (250) 383-4157, F (250) 383-2279, TF (800) 332-9981 www.hotelrialto.ca

Huntingdon Hotel & Suites, 330 Quebec Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W3, T (250) 381-3456, F (250) 382-7666, TF (800) 663-7557 www.bellevillepark.com

inn at laurel point, 680 Montreal Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 1Z8, T (250) 386-8721, F (250) 386-9547, TF (800) 663-7667 www.laurelpoint.com Downtown waterfront hotel on Inner Harbour. 200 guestrooms. Spectacular water views and private balconies. Award-winning restaurant and patio, indoor pool, in-room spa services.

James Bay inn Hotel, Suites & cottage, 270 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2L2, T (250) 384-7151, F (250) 385-2311, TF (800) 836-2649 www.jamesbayinn.com Quaint, quiet, cozy, friendly, affordable, heritage residential neighbourhood. Adjoining Beacon Hill Park and Inner Harbour. Picturesque walk downtown. Edwardian architecture, balconies, studios, cottage, café-restaurant, pub.

Magnolia Hotel & Spa, 623 Courtney Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1B8, T (250) 381-0999, F (250) 381-0988, TF (877) 624-6654 www.magnoliahotel.com

the Oswego Hotel, 500 Oswego Street, Victoria, BC V8V 5C1, T (250) 294-7500, F (250) 294-7509, TF (877) 767-9346 www.oswegovictoria.com Boutique all-suite hotel with 80 contemporary studios, one and two bedroom suites. Family and pet friendly. Two blocks from Inner Harbour and Parliament Buildings.

paul’s Motor inn, 1900 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4k8, T (250) 382-9231, F (250) 384-1435, TF (866) 333-7285 www.paulsmotorinn.com

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Quality inn Downtown, 850 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2H2, T (250) 385-6787, F (250) 385-5800, TF (800) 661-4115 www.victoriaqualityinn.com 63-room hotel. kitchenettes available, restaurant and English-style pub. Indoor pool, steam room, Wi-Fi, extended stay, theatre, concerts, whale watching, school groups, sports teams.

Queen Victoria Hotel & Suites, 655 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2P9, T (250) 386-1312, F (250) 381-4312, TF (800) 663-7007 www.qvhotel.com Complimentary local calls and high-speed internet. Spa services on request. Complimentary downtown shuttle.

royal Scot Hotel and Suites, 425 Quebec Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W7, T (250) 388-5463, F (250) 388-5452, TF (800) 663-7515 www.royalscot.com Quiet location, 30 spacious guestrooms and 146 suites with full kitchens. Restaurant, indoor pool, laundry facilities, courtesy shuttle, free Wi-Fi, LCD TV’s and DVD players.

Strathcona Hotel, 919 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2C2, T (250) 383-7137, F (250) 383-6893, TF (800) 663-7476 www.strathconahotel.com

Swans Suite Hotel - Victoria’s Boutique art Hotel, 506 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 1N6, T (250) 361-3310, F (250) 361-3491, TF (800) 668-7926 www.swanshotel.com

the Union club of British columbia, 805 Gordon Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z6, T (250) 384-1151, F (250) 384-0538, TF (800) 808-2218 www.unionclub.com

Victoria Marriott inner Harbour, 728 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3Z5, T (250) 480-3800, F (250) 480-3838, TF (877) 333-8338 www.marriottvictoria.com

Victoria regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites, 1234 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3H9, T (250) 386-2211, F (250) 386-2622, TF (800) 663-7472 www.victoriaregent.com

rEtirEMEnt liVinGamica House at Douglas House, 50 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2N8, T (250) 383-6258, F (250) 383-9601

amica House at Somerset House, 540 Dallas Road, Victoria, BC V8V 4X9, T (250) 380-9121, F (250) 380-9109, TF (800) 667-0032

VacatiOn prOpErtiES/rEntalS the Discovery club, 1111 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T7, T (250) 598-4556, F (250) 598-6180, TF (800) 668-7758

James Bay cottage Vacation rental, 270 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2L2, T (250) 384-7151, F (250) 385-2311, TF (800) 836-2649 www.jamesbayinn.com

Kingston Manor & Beacon Hill Suites, 325 kingston Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1V5, T (250) 381-5464, F (250) 361-1722

Ocean island inn | Backpackers | Suites, 143 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2k6, T (250) 385-1788, F (250) 385-1780, TF (888) 888-4180 www.oceanisland.com

Victoria royal Vacations inc., 1103 - 760 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1N3, T (250) 217-1684, TF (888) 982-2286 www.victoriaroyalvacations.com

WorldMark by Wyndham, 120 kingston Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1V4, T (250) 386-8555, TF (250) 360-0710, TF (888) 648-7363

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Soak in the views

Nestled on the shores of the Pacific Ocean in Victoria, B.C., with hot mineral pools tucked right down at the water’s edge, the Oak Bay Beach Hotel is the perfect place to soak in the views of Haro Strait and Mt. Baker.

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BED & BrEaKFaStS/innS abbeymoore Manor, 1470 Rockland Avenue, Victoria, BC V8S 1W2, T (250) 370-1470, F (250) 370-1470, TF (888) 801-1811 www.abbeymoore.com

amethyst inn at regents park, 1501 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8S 1Z6, T (250) 595-2053, F (250) 595-2054, TF 1888 265-6499 www.amethyst-inn.com

Binners’ Bed and Breakfast, 58 Linden Avenue, Victoria, BC V8V 4C8, T (250) 383-5442, F (250) 383-5885, TF (888) 409-5800 www.BinnersVictoria.com

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cottage pirouette Bed and Breakfast, 401 Lampson Street, Victoria, BC V9A 5Y9, T (250) 386-2166, TF (877) 386-2166, F (250) 386-2188 www.cottagepirouette.com

craigmyle Guest House, 1037 Craigdarroch Road, Victoria, BC V8S 2A5, T (250) 595-5411, F (250) 370-5276, TF (888) 595-5411

Dashwood Manor Seaside Heritage B&B inn, 1 Cook Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3W6, T (250) 385-5517, TF (800) 667-5517 www.dashwoodmanor.com

Fairholme Manor, 638 Rockland Place, Victoria, BC V8S 3R2, T (250) 598-3240, F (250) 598-3299, TF (877) 511-3322 www.fairholmemanor.com

prior House inn, 620 St. Charles Street, Victoria, BC V8S 3N7, T (250) 592-8847, F (250) 592-8223, TF (877) 924-3300 www.priorhouse.com

Villa Marco polo inn, 1524 Shasta Place, Victoria, BC V8S 1X9, T (250) 370-1524, F (250) 370-1624, TF (877) 601-1524 www.villamarcopolo.com

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrtaccent inn Victoria, 3233 Maple Street, Victoria, BC V8X 4Y9 T (250) 475-7500, F (250) 475-7599, TF (800) 663-0298 www.accentinns.com/victoria

Blue ridge inn, 3110 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8Z 3k4, T (250) 388-4345, F (250) 388-7613, TF (800) 997-6797

capital city center Hotel, 1961 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4k7, T (250) 953-1000, F (250) 953-1001, TF (888) 877-9444 www.CapitalCityCenterHotel.com

comfort Hotel & conference centre, 3020 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8T 5C7, T (250) 382-4400, F (250) 382-4053, TF (866) 754-4040 www.choicehotels.ca/cn904

comfort inn & Suites, 101 Island Highway, Victoria, BC V9B 1E8, T (250) 388-7861, F (250) 388-7862, TF (800) 661-4043 www.comfortinnvictoria.com The Comfort Inn & Suites is perfectly located tucked away on Victoria’s quiet, picturesque Gorge waterway; we’re just minutes away from downtown and major attractions.

English inn, 429 Lampson Street, Victoria, BC V9A 5Y9, T (250) 388-4353, F (250) 382-8311, TF (866) 388-4353 www.englishinn.ca Victoria’s most charming urban Inn. Beautifully landscaped five-acre gardens. Perfect for weddings, ceremonies and events. Intimate rooms in a historic manor house. On-site catering.

Howard Johnson Hotel Victoria, 310 Gorge Road East, Victoria, BC V8T 2W2, T (250) 382-2151, F (250) 382-3856, TF (800) 952-2151 www.hojovictoria.com

Mayfair Motel, 650 Speed Street, Victoria, BC V8Z 1A4, T (250) 388-7337, F (250) 388-7398 www.mayfairmotel.com

ramada Victoria, 123 Gorge Road East, Victoria, BC V9A 1L1, T (250) 386-1422, F (250) 386-1254, TF (888) 468-3514 www.victoriaramada.com 90-room full-service hotel with suites and kitchenettes. NEW restaurant, sports bar with comedy nights, pool, laundry, free parking, liquor store and free WiFi.

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Each Best Western® Branded Hotel is independently owned and operated. Best Western and the Best Western marks are service marks or registered service marks of Best Western International, Inc. ©2011 Best Western International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Best Western PLUS Emerald Isle2306 Beacon Ave, Sidney, B.C. V8L 1X2Tel: 250-656-4441 Fax: 250-655-1351 1-800-315-3377 [email protected]

• Closest Best Western to Butchart Gardens

• 5 minute drive to BC Ferries, Anacortes WA State Ferry Terminal and the Victoria International Airport

• Air conditioned rooms; whirlpool, sauna and fitness equipment

• On-site licensed restaurant and retail store

• An easy 25 minute drive to downtown Victoria and all the main attractions

Sidney-by-the-Sea

Discover the perfect blend of contemporary style

and comfort at our oceanfront 55 room boutique

hotel in the charming town of Sidney-by-the-Sea.

Haro’s Restaurant & Bar is renowned for great

local food and tranquility is ever present at

Haven Spa. Explore nearby Butchart Gardens,

Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre, wineries and marine

adventures. Located 10 minutes from Swartz Bay

Ferry Terminal and Victoria International Airport.

your island escape

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Nred lion inn, 3366 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8Z 3L3, T (250) 475-7575, F (250) 475-7587, TF (800) 663-5663 www.redlioninnvictoria.com

robin Hood Motel, 136 Gorge Road East, Victoria, BC V9A 1L4, T (250) 388-4302, F (250) 383-4399, TF (800) 434-8835 www.robinhoodmotel.com

Sandman Hotel Victoria, 2852 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4M5, T (250) 388-0788, F (250) 388-0787, TF (888) 388-0787 www.sandmanhotels.ca Close to Inner Harbour. Indoor pool, free parking, A/C, restaurant, meeting rooms, wine store, coffee shop, fitness centre, room service, sports bar, jacuzzi suites.

Super 8 Hotel Victoria, 2915 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4M8, T (250) 385-6731, F (250) 385-6912, TF (888) 385-6703 www.super8victoria.com

travelodge Victoria, 229 Gorge Road East, Victoria, BC V9A 1L1, T (250) 388-6611, F (250) 388-4153, TF (800) 565-3777 www.travelodgevictoria.com

VacatiOn prOpErtiES/rEntalSElite Vacation Homes, PO Box 28013 2945 Jacklin Road, Victoria, BC V9B 5E3, T (250) 881-7551, F (250) 881-7552, TF (866) 479-0400

Greater Victoria - Oak Bay

BED & BrEaKFaStS/innSOak Bay Guest House, 1052 Newport Avenue, Victoria, BC V8S 5E3, T (250) 598-3812, F (250) 598-0369, TF (800) 575-3812 www.oakbayguesthouse.com

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrtOak Bay Beach Hotel & Marine resort, 1175 Beach Drive, Victoria, BC V8S 2N2, T (250) 598-4556, F (250) 598-6180, TF (800) 668-7758 www.oakbaybeachhotel.com

Greater Victoria - Saanich & the peninsula

caMpGrOUnDS/rV parKSBeachcomber rV park, 3290 Campion Road, Saanichton, BC V8M 1W7, T (250) 652-3800, F (250) 652-3800

island View Beach regional park campground, North Homathko Drive, Central Saanich, BC V8M 1W4, T (250) 478-3344, F (250) 478-5416 www.crd.bc.ca/parks/islandview/campground.htm

Oceanside rV resort, 3000 Stautw Road, Saanichton, BC, V8M 2k5, T (250) 544-0508, F (250) 544-0565 www.oceansideresortrv.com Award-winning park on the beautiful Saanich Peninsula. View an inspiring sunrise from your large beautifully landscaped site. Close to ferries and many attractions.

HOStEl/DOrMresidence Services, University of Victoria, Craigdarroch Office Building Parking Lot #5, Off Sinclair Road, Victoria, BC V8P 2Y2, T (250) 721-8395, F (250) 721-8930 www.housing.uvic.ca

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrtBrentwood Bay resort & Spa, 849 Verdier Avenue, Victoria, BC V8M 1C5, T (250) 544-2079, F (250) 544-2069, TF (888) 544-2079 www.brentwoodbayresort.com A five star oceanfront resort featuring luxurious “Ocean Suites,” seaside dining and tranquil spa with outdoor pool. The Eco-Adventure Centre offers shuttles to Butchart Gardens.

Howard Johnson Hotel and Suites, 4670 Elk Lake Drive, Victoria, BC V8Z 5M2, T (250) 704-4656, F (250) 704-4655, TF (866) 300-4656

Quality inn Waddling Dog, 2476 Mt. Newton X Road, Saanichton, BC V8M 2B8, T (250) 652-1146, F (250) 652-4946, TF (800) 567-8466 www.qualityinnvictoria.com The Quality Inn Waddling Dog captures the heritage flavour of Victoria, while offering all the convenience, amenities and value you’re looking for.

www.hojovictoria.caFor reservations call 1.866.300.4656

Howard Johnson Hotel & Suites Victoria4670 Elk Lake Drive, Victoria, BC V8Z 5M2

1.866.300.4656 Ph: 250.704.4656 Fax: 250.704.4655E-mail: [email protected]

VictoriaVictoria’s full service hotel features 100 luxuriously finished guest rooms and suites offering superb amenities such as queen beds, soaker tubs, microwaves, fridges and coffeemakers in all rooms. Other highlights include heated seasonal outdoor pool, indoor hot tub, on-site restaurant and lounge. Superbly located for maximum convenience, the hotel boasts close proximity to:

▲ The Butchart Gardens▲ Butterfly Gardens▲ Victoria International Airport

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Greater Victoria - Sidney

BED & BrEaKFaStS/innS Beacon inn at Sidney, 9724 Third Street, Sidney, BC V8L 3A2, T (250) 655-3288, TF (877) 420-5499 www.thebeaconinn.com

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrtairport travelodge Victoria, 2280 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC V8L 1X1, T (250) 656-1176, F (250) 656-7344, TF (866) 656-1176

BESt WEStErn plUS Emerald isle Motor inn, 2306 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC V8L 1X2, T (250) 656-4441, F (250) 655-1351, TF (800) 315-3377 www.bwemeraldisle.com

cedarwood inn & Suites, 9522 Lochside Drive, Sidney, BC V8L 1N8, (250) 656-5551, F (250) 656-1551, TF (877) 656-5551

Sidney pier Hotel & Spa, The, 9805 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC V8L 4X3, T (250) 655-9445, F (250) 655-0715, TF (866) 659-9445 www.sidneypier.com Anchoring the charming seaside town of Sidney on Vancouver Island is a welcoming eco-conscious boutique hotel just 5 minutes from Victoria Airport and BC Ferries.

Sidney Waterfront inn & Spa, 9775 First Street, Sidney, BC V8L 3E1, T (250) 656-1131, F (250) 656-9396, TF (888) 656-1131 www.sidneywaterfrontinn.com

Greater Victoria - Westshore

BED & BrEaKFaStS/innS Misty Meadows, 2627 Bukin Drive East, Victoria, BC V9E 1H4, T (250) 727-6405, F (250) 727-6409 www.mistymeadows.com Best of both worlds – peaceful country setting six miles from downtown on a Norwegian Fjord horse farm. Spring lambs. Nearby golf, stable and lake. Families welcome. Full breakfast.

Victoria offers a wide range of campgrounds and RV parks

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Steps from Beacon Hill Park, the Royal British Columbia Museum and the Inner Harbour

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caMpGrOUnDS/rV parKSFort Victoria rV park, 340 Island Highway (1A), Victoria, BC V9B 1H1, T (250) 479-8112, F (250) 479-5806

pedder Bay rV resort & Marina, 925 Pedder Bay Drive, Victoria, BC V9C 4H1, T (250) 478-1771, F (250) 478-0285, TF (877) 478-1771 www.pedderbay.com

thetis lake campground, 1-1938 West Park Lane, Victoria, BC V9B 5Z6, T (250) 478-3845, F (250) 478-6151

Weirs Beach rV resort, 5191 William Head Road, Victoria, BC V9C 4H5, T (250) 478-3323, F (250) 478-1527

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrtFour points by Sheraton Victoria Gateway, 829 McCallum Road, Victoria, BC V9B 6A2, T (250) 474-6063, F (250) 474-6031, TF (877) 474-6063

the Westin Bear Mountain Golf resort & Spa, Victoria, 1999 Country Club Way, Victoria, BC V9B 6R3, T (250) 391-7160, F (250) 391-3792, TF (888) 533-2327 www.bearmountain.ca

Greater Victoria - Sooke

caMpGrOUnDS/rV parKSSooke potholes campground, Sooke Potholes Provincial Park, Sooke, BC V0S 1N0, T (250) 383-4627, F (250) 744-2251, TF (888) 738-0533

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrtBESt WEStErn prEMiEr - prestige Oceanfront resort, 6929 West Coast Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0V1, T (250) 642-0805, F (250) 642-0670, TF (800) 780-7234 www.prestigehotelsandresorts.com

Sooke Harbour House, coastal retreat, 1528 Whiffen Spit Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0T4, T (250) 642-3421, F (250) 642-6988, TF (800) 889-9688 www.sookeharbourhouse.com Eco-friendly Beach Hotel Resort Spa Gallery, Vancouver Island, 45 minutes from Victoria, luxurious rooms, spectacular views, fireplaces, Jacuzzi, organic edible gardens, local seasonal Pacific Northwest cuisine.

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• Inner harbour location

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• LCD TVs with DVD players

• Suites with full kitchens

• 100% non smoking

• Downtown courtesy shuttle

425 Quebec St., Victoria, BC • 1-800-663-7515 • www.royalscot.com

The Fairmont Empress in temperate Victoria, British Columbia is one of the world’s

iconic hotels. With turn-of-the-century architecture and timeless beauty, this luxury

hotel showcases the spirit and energy of Vancouver Island in grand style.

From renowned Afternoon Tea and exquisite dining to Willow Stream Spa and

impeccable service, we will make your stay one to remember.Call 1 888 270 2252 or visit www.fairmont.com/empress

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grand hotels. With a setting to rival any, The Fairmont Empress combines the elegance

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Sunny Shores resort & Marina, 5621 Sooke Road, Sooke, BC V0S 1N0, T (250) 642-5731, F (250) 642-5737 www.sunnyshoresresort.com

VacatiOn prOpErtiES/rEntalS amazing Vacation Homes ltd., 2629 Otter Point Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0J1, T (250) 642-7034, TF (877) 374-8944

South central island

BED & BrEaKFaStS/innS Hawley place Bed & Breakfast, 302 Hawley Place, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1X9, T (250) 245-4431, F (250) 245-4431, TF (877) 244-4431 www.hawleyplacebandb.com

Sand Dollar Waterfront Bed and Breakfast, 879 Cherry Point Road, Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L3, T (250) 743-1492 www.sanddollarbb.com

GUESt FarMSFairburn Farmstay and Guesthouse, 3310 Jackson Road, Duncan, BC V9L 6N7, T (250) 746-4637, F (250) 746-4317

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrtBest Western cowichan Valley inn, 6474 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan, BC V9L 6C6, T (250) 748-2722, F (250) 748-2207, TF (800) 927-6199 www.cowichanvalleyinn.com

BESt WEStErn plUS chemainus inn, 9573 Chemainus Road, Chemainus, BC V0R 1k5, T (250) 246-4181, F (250) 246-4184, TF (877) 246-4181 www.chemainushotel.com

Oceanfront Suites at cowichan Bay, 1681 Cowichan Bay Road, Cowichan Bay, BC V0R 1N0, T (250) 715-1000, F (250) 715-1001, TF (800) 663-7898 www.oceanfrontcowichanbay.com

Sunrise ridge Waterfront resort, 1175 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC V9P 2E3, T (250) 248-4674, F (250) 947-2507, TF (877) 977-8669 www.sunriseridge.ca

Victoria’s Most Affordable Inner Harbour Hotel

Phone Toll Free Today 1-800-268-8161 www.embassyinn.ca

520 Menzies Street, Victoria BC Canada

• Steps away from shopping, dining, local attractions & transportation links.

• Full service restaurant & lounge open seven days a week.

• Free parking on site for guests.

• Sauna & seasonal swimming pool.

• Guest laundry facilities, in-room coffee & free wireless internetaccess.

• 24-hour front desk for your convenience.

• Senior, business & auto club discounts.

• Special rates & packagesavailable.

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travelodge Hotel & conference centre, 140 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, BC V9L 3P7, T (250) 748-4311, F (250) 748-1774, TF (888) 858-2200 www.travelodgeduncan.com

VacatiOn prOpErtiES/rEntalSHillcrest, 2889 Whiskey Point Road, Mill Bay, BC V0R 2P2, T (250) 885-9178 www.execcondos.com

central island

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrt Beach acres resort, 25 - 1051 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC V9P 2E4, T (250) 248-3424, F (250) 248-6145, TF (800) 663-7309 www.beachacresresort.com

Beach club resort, 181 Beach Drive, Parksville, BC V9P 2H5, T (250) 248-8999, F (250) 248-8988, TF (888) 760-2008 www.beachclubbc.com The Beach Club Resort offers every guest an unparalleled vacation experience. Featuring the finest waterfront accommodation, luxuriously appointed west coast décor and every imaginable amenity.

Best Western northgate inn, 6450 Metral Drive, Nanaimo, BC V9T 2L8, T (250) 390-2222, F (250) 390-2412, TF (800) 661-0061

BESt WEStErn plUS Dorchester Hotel, 70 Church Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5H4, T (250) 754-6835, F (250) 754-7286, TF (800) 661-2449 www.dorchesternanaimo.com

Buena Vista By the Sea, 3285 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach, BC V9k 2C6, T (250) 752-6661, F (250) 752-5037 www.buenavistabythesea.com

coast Bastion inn, 11 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 6E4, T (250) 753-6601, F (250) 753-4155, TF (800) 663-1144

inn on long lake, 4700 North Island Highway, Nanaimo, BC V9T 1W6, T (250) 758-1144, F (250) 758-5832, TF (800) 565-1144

Madrona Beach resort, 1145 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC V9P 2E3, T (250) 248-5503, F (250) 248-6304 www.madrona-resort.com

Beach Club Resort, Parksville

James Bay InnHOTEL & SUITES & COTTAGE

250-384-7151 • 1-800-836-2649270 Government St., Victoria, BC • www.jamesbayinn.com

Quaint... Quiet... Affordable... Historic landmark by Beacon Hill Park

Dream walk to the Inner Harbour and Downtown’s day & night attractions

Available weekly & monthly rates Full menu Art-Deco Café-Restaurant Free Parking > Free Wi-Fi > Free Spirit

Black Rock - Tourism Victoria Ad (1/3 square) Nov 2010Size: 4.667” (w) x 4.875” (h) • Rough 1 • Nov 02/10

Ucluelet, BC • 1-877-762-5011 • www.blackrockresort.com

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Ocean trails resort, 1135 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC V9P 2T6, T (250) 248-3636, F (250) 248-3645, TF (888) 248-6212 www.ocean-trails.com

Quality resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood Street, Parksville, BC V9P 2H5, T (250) 248-8333, F (250) 248-4689, TF (800) 663-4232 www.qualityresortparksville.com At the Quality Resort Bayside the perfect getaway is a point of view. The Bayside offers ocean view accommodation and great food all in one location.

tigh-na-Mara Seaside Spa resort, 1155 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC V9P 2E5, T (250) 248-2072, F (250) 248-4140, TF (800) 663-7373 www.tigh-na-mara.com

pacific rim

caMpGrOUnDS/rV parKSBella pacifica campground, 400 Mackenzie Beach Road, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-3400, F (250) 725-2400

HOStEl/DOrM tofino travellers Guesthouse, 231 Main Street, Tofino, BC, V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-2338

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrtBest Western Barclay Hotel, 4277 Stamp Avenue, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7X8, T (250) 724-7171, F (250) 724-9691, TF (800) 563-6590

Best Western tin Wis resort, 1119 Pacific Highway, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-4445, F (250) 725-4447, TF (800) 661-9995 www.tinwis.com

Black rock Oceanfront resort, 596 Marine Drive, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0, T (250) 726-4800, TF (877) 762-5011 www.blackrockresort.com

canadian princess resort, 1943 Peninsula Road, PO Box 939, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0, T (250) 726-7771, F (250) 726-7121, TF (800) 663-7090 www.obmg.com

cox Bay Beach resort, 1431 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-2600, F (250) 725-2601 www.coxbaybeachresort.com

long Beach lodge resort, 1441 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-2442, F (250) 725-2402, TF (877) 844-7873

Middle Beach lodge, 400 Mackenzie Beach Road, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-2900, F (250) 725-2901 www.middlebeach.com

Ocean Village resort, 555 Helleson Drive, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-3755, F (250) 725-4494, TF (866) 725-3755 www.oceanvillageresort.com

pacific Sands Beach resort, 1421 Pacific Rim Highway, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-3322, F (250) 725-3155, TF (800) 565-2322 www.pacificsands.com

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Weigh West Marine resort, 634 Campbell Street, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-3277, F (250) 725-3922, TF (800) 665-8922

West coast Motel on the Harbour, 279 Hemlock Street, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0, T (250) 726-7732, F (250) 726-4662

Whale’s tail Guest Suites, 1906 Bay Street, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0, T (250) 726-2985, F (250) 726-4662 www.whalestailguestsuites.com

Wickaninnish inn, Chesterman Beach, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-3100, F (250) 725-3110 www.wickinn.com Superb cuisine, Ancient Cedars Spa and spectacular Winter Storm Watching overlooking the Pacific Ocean. All accommodation features ocean or beach views, fireplaces and private balconies.

north central island

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrt april point resort & Spa, 900 April Point Road, Quadra Island, BC V0P 1N0, T (250) 285-2222, F (250) 285-2411, TF (800) 663-7090 www.aprilpoint.com

Best Western austrian chalet Village, 462 South Island Highway, Campbell River, BC V9W 1A5, T (250) 923-4231, F (250) 923-2840, TF (800) 667-7207

BESt WEStErn plUS the Westerly Hotel & convention centre, 1590 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 2k4, T (250) 338-7741, F (250) 338-5442, TF (800) 668-7797 www.thewesterlyhotel.ca

Kingfisher Oceanside resort & Spa, 4330 Island Highway South, Courtenay, BC V9N 9R9, (250) 338-1323, F (250) 338-0058, TF (800) 663-7929 www.kingfisherspa.com

nimmo Bay resort ltd., PO Box 696, Port McNeil, BC V0N 2R0, T (250) 956-4000, TF (800) 837-4354 F (250) 956-2000 www.nimmobay.com

Old House Village Hotel & Spa, 1730 Riverside Lane, Courtenay, BC V9N 8C7, T (250) 703-0202, F (250) 703-0209, TF (888) 703-0202

painters lodge & Holiday Fishing resort, 1625 MacDonald Road, Campbell River, BC V9W 5C1, T (250) 386-1102, F (250) 286-0158, TF (800) 663-7090 www.painterslodge.com

tsa-Kwa-luten lodge, 1 Lighthouse Road, Quadra Island, BC V0P 1N0, T (250) 285-2042, F (250) 285-2532, TF (800) 665-7745 www.capemudgeresort.bc.ca Nature based oceanfront resort designed to renew your soul. Spectacular ocean and mountain views from all accommodation. Dining room, specializing in West Coast Seafood Cuisine.

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rEtrEat cEntrEHollyhock, 445 Highfield Road, Mansons Landing, BC V0P 1k0, T (250) 935-6576, F (250) 935-6424, TF (800) 933-6339

Gulf islands

BED & BrEaKFaStS/innS Hastings House, 160 Upper Ganges Road, Salt Spring Island, BC V8k 2S2, T (250) 537-2362, F (250) 537-5333, TF (800) 661-9255

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrtBlue Vista resort, 563 Arbutus Drive, Mayne Island, BC V0N 2J0, T (250) 539-2463, TF (877) 535-2424 www.bluevistaresort.com

poets cove resort & Spa, 9801 Spalding Road, South Pender Island, BC V0N 2M3, T (250) 629-2100, TF (250) 629-2105, TF (888) 512-7638 www.poetscove.com

Vancouver/Mainland Bc

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrt Blue Horizon Hotel, 1225 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C3, T (604) 688-1411, F (604) 688-4461, TF (800) 663-1333 www.bluehorizonhotel.com

coast tsawwassen inn, 1665 - 56th Street, Tsawwassen, BC V4L 2B2, T (604) 943-8221, F (604) 943-8299, TF (800) 663-1144 www.tsawwassen.coasthotels.com

coast Vancouver airport Hotel, 1041 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC V6P 6L6, T (604) 263-1555, F (604) 263-0245, TF (800) 663-1144

comfort inn Vancouver airport Hotel, 3031 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC V6X 2B6, T (604) 278-5161, F (604) 207-2380, TF (800) 663-0974

Days inn Vancouver Downtown, 921 Pender Street West, Vancouver, BC V6C 1M2 T (604) 681-4335 F (604) 381-7808, TF (877) 681-4335

Empire landmark Hotel & conference centre, 1400 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 1B9, T (604) 687-0511, F (604) 687-2801, TF (800) 830-6144

Granville island Hotel, 1253 Johnston Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9, T (604) 683-7373, F (604) 683-3061, TF (800) 663-1840

Harrison Beach Hotel, 160 Esplanade Avenue, Harrison Hot Springs, BC V0M 1k0 T (604) 796-1111, TF (866) 338-8111 www.harrisonbeachhotel.com

Holiday inn Vancouver centre, 711 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 3Y2, T (604) 879-0511, F (604) 872-7520, TF (877) 660-8550 www.hivancouver.com

north Vancouver Hotel, 1800 Capilano Road, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3B6, T (604) 987-4461, F (604) 984-4244, TF (800) 663-4055 www.northvancouverhotel.ca

ramada inn & Suites Downtown Vancouver, 1221 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1M6, T (604) 685-1111, F (604) 685-0707, TF (888) 835-0078 www.ramadavancouver.com

ramada limited Downtown Vancouver, 435 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1V2, T (604) 488-1088, F (604) 488-1090, TF (888) 389-5888 www.ramadadowntownvancouver.com

YWca Hotel in Vancouver, 733 Beatty Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2M4, T (604) 895-5830, F (604) 681-2550, TF (800) 663-1424 www.ywcahotel.com

Other canada

HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrt Days inn canada c/o Bc alliance, 2000 - 77 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M5S 1M2, TF (800) 329-7466

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HOtEl/MOtEl/rESOrt red lion Hotel, 221 North Lincoln Street, Port Angeles, WA 98362, T (360) 452-9215, F (360) 452-4734, TF (800) 733-5466 www.redlion.com Port Angeles’ only waterfront, full-service hotel with scenic views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Across from the ferry, nearby Olympic National Park.

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1 877 977 [email protected] Resort Dr Parksville, BC

www.sunriseridge.ca

Luxury waterfront resort featuring 1, 2, & 3 bedroom

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Stay 4 Nights, Pay 3!

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eSViSitOr SErVicESacupressure/acupuncture/Massage therapychiangmai traditional thai Massage, 230 - 733 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7, T (250) 216-8295

associationsaboriginal tourism association of Bc, 600 - 100 Park Royal South, Vancouver, BC, V7T 1A2, T (604) 921-1070, F (604) 921-1072, TF (877) 266-2822 www.aboriginalbc.com

Better Business Bureau of Vancouver island, 220 - 1175 Cook Street, Victoria, BC V8W 4A1, T (250) 386-6348, F (250) 386-2367, TF (877) 826-4222

British columbia restaurant & Foodservices association, 202 - 1201 Hillside Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8T 2B1, TF (877) 669-2239

Downtown Victoria Business association, 20 Centennial Square, Victoria, BC, V8W 1P7, T (250) 386-2238, F (250) 386-2271 www.downtownvictoria.ca

Duncan Business improvement area Society, 111 Station Street, Duncan, BC V9L 1M8, T (250) 715-1700 www.downtownduncan.ca

go2 - the resource for people in tourism, 450 - 505 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V7X 1M3, T (604) 633-9787, F (604) 633-9796

Victoria aM association, PO Box 1442 - 189 Dallas Road, Victoria, BC V8V 2X2, T (250) 381-1611, F (250) 381-1602

Victoria Guest Services network, PO Box 232, Ste 110-174 Wilson Street, Victoria, BC V9A 7N7, T (250) 380-4483

Victoria Heritage tourism alliance, c/o 1050 Joan Crescent, Victoria, BC V8S 3L5, T (250) 478-6481, F (250) 592-1099

Victoria Hospice & palliative care Society, 1510 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8S 5J2, T (250) 952-5720

churcheschrist church cathedral, 930 Burdett Avenue, Victoria, BC V8V 3G8, T (250) 383-2714, F (250) 383-2744

ESl/learning classes/Schools/Universitiescamosun college Department of tourism, 4461 Interurban Road, Victoria, BC V9C 2E1, T (250) 370-4565, F (250) 370-4104

GEOS language academy, 225 - 1207 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2E7, T (250) 382-1196, F (250) 382-1128

Gustavson School of Business, 3800 Finnerty Road, Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2, T (250) 721-6112, F (250) 721-6067

royal roads University, 2005 Sooke Road, Victoria, BC V9B 5Y2, T (250) 391-2528, F (250) 391-2548, TF (877) 778-6227

St. Margaret’s School, 1080 Lucas Avenue, Victoria, BC V8X 3P7, T (250) 479-7171, F (250) 479-8976 www.stmarg.ca

University of Victoria English language centre, 3800 Finnerty Road, Victoria, BC V8W 3N6, T (250) 721-8469, F (250) 721-8774 www.uvcs.uvic.ca/elc

Victoria international High School programs, 2nd Floor, 923 Topaz Avenue, Victoria, BC V8T 2M2, T (250) 592-6871, F (250) 592-6327

Financial Servicescalforex currency Exchange, 606 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1A4, T (250) 380-3711, F (250) 380-3750 www.calforex.com

custom House currency Exchange - a Western Union company, 815 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T2, T (250) 389-6007, F (250) 389-6020, TF (800) 960-8593

EVO canada, 505 De Maisonneuve Blvd. West, Montreal, PQ H3A 3C2, T (250) 882-2765, F (877) 355-2078, TF (888) 399-1991 www.evocanada.com

HSBc Bank canada, Gateway Branch, 100 - 771 Vernon Avenue, Victoria, BC V8X 5A7, T (250) 405-7180, F (250) 405-7196, TF (888) 310-4722

island Savings credit Union, 933 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2C2, T (250) 385-4728, F (250) 360-1461

Scotiabank, 702 Yates Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1L4, T (250) 953-5400, F (250) 953-5499

Vancity capital, 530 - 815 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1B4, T (604) 877-6565, F (604) 871-5409

Online listingsmyecarousel.com, 1567 Fremont Place, Victoria, BC V8N 4R4, T (250) 472-1231

personal Beauty/HealthDeco De Mode 3D nail Salon, 1014 Broad Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z9, T (250) 380-6533

Friends & company Hairworks, 690 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1C9, T (250) 382-5444

MokSana Yoga center, 500 - 3 Fan Tan Alley, Victoria, BC V8W 3G9, T (250) 385-2105 www.moksanayoga.com

pharmacyrexall Drug Store, 912 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2C1, T (250) 384-1195

photographerEverlasting image, PO Box 5126, Victoria, BC V8R 6N4, T (250) 370-9707 www.everlasting-image.com

publicationsBlack press Vancouver island, 818 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1E4, T (250) 480-0755, F (250) 480-7217

Get packin Magazine, PO Box 2717, Sidney, BC V8L 5Y9, T (250) 415-6482 www.getpackin.ca

island parent Magazine, 830A - 10 Pembroke Street, Victoria, BC V8T 1H9, T (250) 388-6905, F (250) 388-6920

island Visitor Magazine, 818 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1E4, T (250) 383-3663, F (250) 386-2624 www.islandvisitor.ca

Mobimaps, 302 Fraser Street, Victoria, BC V9A 6G5, T (866) 280-6277, F (250) 381-7033

Monday Magazine, 818 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1E4, T (250) 382-6188, F (250) 382-6014

times colonist, 2621 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4M2, T (250) 380-5211, F (250) 380-5353

Victoria international Guide, 2392 Mt. St. Michael Road, Saanichton, BC V8M 1T7, T (250) 727-1098, F (250) 652-8646 www.victoriavisitorschoice.com

Western living Magazine, 208-560 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3C6, T (250) 382-2712, F (250) 381-3506

Where Victoria Magazine, 818 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1E4, T (250) 383-3633, F (250) 480-3233 www.where.ca/victoria

radio/television Stations100.3 the Q and the Zone 91.3, Top Floor- 2750 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4E8, T (250) 475-0100, F (250) 475-3299

cHEK Media Group, 780 kings Road, Victoria, BC V8T 5A2, T (250) 383-2435, F (250) 384-7766 www.cheknews.ca

ctV Vancouver island (ciVi - tV), cFax 1070 & 107.3 KOOl FM radio, 1420 Broad Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2B1, T (250) 381-2484, F (250) 381-2485, TF (866) 242-2484 www.atv.ca/victoria

real Estate SalesGeoff Mclean & associates, 4440 Chatterton Way, Victoria, BC V8X 5J2, T (250) 744-3301, F (250) 744-3904, TF (800) 663-2121 www.geoffmclean.com

Mariner’s Village, 6589 Sooke Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0A7, T (778) 425-0047 www.marinersvillage.ca

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cosmedica, 1990 Fort Street, Suite 207, Victoria, BC V8R 6V4, T (250) 598-3300, F (250) 598-3360, TF (877) 598-3380

Delta Victoria Spa, 45 Songhees Road, Victoria, BC V9A 6T3, T (250) 360-5858, F (250) 360-5884, TF (800) 575-8882

Grotto Spa, 1155 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC V9P 2E5, T (250) 248-1838, F (250) 248-4140, TF (800) 663-7373

Haven Spa, 9805 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC V8L 4X3, T (250) 655-9770, F (250) 655-9798

Kingfisher Oceanside Spa, 4330 Island Highway South, Courtenay, BC V9N 9R9, T (250) 338-1323, F (250) 338-0058, TF (800) 663-7929 www.kingfisherspa.com

le Spa Sereine, 1411 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z1, T (250) 388-4419, F (250) 381-7561, TF (866) 388-4419 www.lespasereine.com

My Foot reflexology, Unit 104 - 1150 Douglas Street, The Bay Centre, Victoria, BC V8W 3M9, TF (250) 386-8888, F (250) 386-8888 www.myfoot.com.sg

Sante Spa at Bear Mountain, 1999 Country Club Way, Victoria, BC V9B 6R3, T (250) 391-3920 www.santespavictoria.com

Silk road Spa, 1624 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z3, T (250) 704-2688, F (250) 382-0001 www.silkroadtea.com

Spa at the Grand, 463 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X3, T (250) 380-7862, F (250) 380-7864, TF (800) 663-7550

Spa Essence of life, 849 Verdier Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1C5, T (250) 544-5111, F (250) 544-2069, TF (888) 544-2079 www.brentwoodbayresort.com

Urban Oasis Spa, 777 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2B5, T (250) 388-5111, F (250) 385-1323, TF (800) 663-7001 www.executivehouse.com

travel agents/tour OperatorsJtB international ltd., 8899 Odlin Crescent, Richmond, BC V6X 3Z7, T (604) 276-0300, T (604) 276-2272

Midnight Sun adventure travel, 1027 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC V8V 3P6, T (250) 480-9409, F (250) 483-7422, TF (800) 255-5057 www.midnightsuntravel.com

Western Vacations, 301 - 818 Broughton Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1E4, T (250) 382-6160, F (250) 382-5077

travel informationanacortes Visitor information centre, Suite F 819 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes, WA 98221, T (360) 293-3832, F (360) 293-1595

chemainus & District chamber of commerce, 9796 Willow Street; PO Box 575, Chemainus, BC V0R 1k0, T (250) 246-3944, F (250) 246-3251 www.chemainus.bc.ca

city of port townsend, 440 12th Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368, T (360) 385-2722, TF (888) ENJOYPT www.EnjoyPT.com

cowlitz county tourism Bureau, Gateway to Mount St. Helens, 1563 Olympia Way, Longview, WA 98632, T (360) 577-3137, F (360) 423-9987 www.visitmtsthelens.com

Discover comox Valley, 2040 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 2L4, T (250) 334-3234, F (250) 344-4908, TF (888) 357-4471 www.discovercomoxvalley.com

Duncan cowichan chamber of commerce & Visitor centre, 381 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan, BC V9L 3R5, T (250) 746-4636, F (250) 746-8222, TF (888) 303-3337

Gabriola island chamber of commerce, 5 - 377 Berry Point Road, Gabriola Island, BC V0R 1X0, T (250) 247-9332, TF (888) 284-9332

German Business network, 201 - 3185 Tillicum Road, Victoria, BC V9A 2B4, T (250) 370-7765, F (250) 370-7615

Greater Victoria chamber of commerce, 100 - 852 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1H8, T (250) 383-7191, F (250) 385-3552

Ministry of Jobs, tourism and innovation, 300 - 1803 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 5C3, T (250) 356-6363, F (250) 356-8426, TF (800) 435-5622 www.hellobc.com

Oak Bay tourism, 2167 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, BC V8R 1G2, T (250) 598-3369, F (250) 598-6180 www.oakbaytourism.com

Oceanside tourism association, PO Box 239, Parksville, BC V9P 2G4, T (250) 248-6300, F (250) 248-6308, TF (888) 799-3222

Olympic peninsula tourism commission, 104 - 338 West First Street, Port Angeles, WA 98362, T (360) 452-8552, F (360) 452-7383, TF (800) 942-4042

port alberni chamber of commerce, 2533 Port Alberni Hwy, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8P2, T (250) 724-6535, F (250) 724-6560

port angeles chamber of commerce, 121 East Railroad, Port Angeles, WA 98362, T (360) 452-2363, F (360) 457-5380

port Hardy & District chamber of commerce, 7250 Market Street, PO Box 249, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0, T (250) 949-7622, F (250) 949-6653, TF (866) 427-3901

port renfrew chamber of commerce, Unit B-17152 Parkinson Road, Port Renfrew, BC V0S 1k0, T (250) 412-6101

preview: the Gallery Guide, 1556 William Street, Vancouver, BC V5L 2R2, T (604) 254-1405, F (604) 254-1314, TF (877) 254-1405

Qualicum Beach chamber of commerce, 124 W 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach, BC V9k 1S7, T (250) 752-0960, F (250) 752-2923, TF (866) 877-7106

Saanich peninsula chamber of commerce, 203-2453 Beacon Avenue, PO Box 2014, Victoria, BC V8L 3S3, T (250) 656-3616, F (250) 656-7111 www.peninsulachamber.ca

San Juan islands Visitors Bureau, PO Box 1330, Friday Harbor, WA 98250, T (360) 378-9551, F (360) 378-9585, TF (888) 468-3701 www.visitsanjuans.com Washington’s San Juan Islands are only a ferry ride away! Enjoy a one-hour cruise aboard a Washington State Ferry from Sidney, north of Victoria.

Seattle convention & Visitors Bureau, 701 Pike Street Suite 800, Seattle, WA 98101, T (206) 461-5840, F (206) 461-5855, TF (866) 732-2695

Sidney Visitor information centre, 7 - 9843 Second Street, Sidney, BC V8L 3C7, T (250) 655-6417, F (250) 656-4368

Sooke region chamber of commerce, 2070 Philips Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0E4, T (250) 642-6112, F (250) 642-6127

Sooke regional tourism association, 2070 Phillips Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0Y3, T (250) 642-6112, F (250) 642-7089, TF (866) 888-4748

tourism campbell river & region, 900 Alder Street, Campbell River, BC V9W 2P6, T (250) 830-1115, F (250) 830-0660, TF (866) 846-1963 www.campbellriver.travel

tourism cowichan, 175 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC V9L 1N8, T (250) 746-1099, F (250) 746-2633, TF (888) 303-3337

tourism ladysmith, 411B First Avenue, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A4, T (250) 245-2112 www.tourismladysmith.ca

tourism Mount Washington, 1 Strathcona Way, Courtenay, BC V9J 1L0, F (250) 338-5493, TF (877) 754-4661 www.discovermountwashington.com

tourism nanaimo, 2290 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 3k7, T (250) 756-0106, F (250) 756-0075, TF (800) 663-7337 www.tourismnanaimo.com

tourism powell river, 111 - 4871 Joyce Avenue, Powell River, BC V8A 5P4, T (604) 485-4701, F (604) 485-2822, TF (877) 817-8669

tourism richmond, NE Plaza George Massey Tunnel, Highway #99, Richmond, BC V8T 2G4, T (604) 271-8280, F (604) 271-8281, TF (877) 247-0777 www.tourismrichmond.com It’s all here, waiting for you in Richmond. Experiences are plentiful: from Asian delicacies to West Coast seafood, unique shopping, culture and a historic fishing village.

tourism tofino, 455 Campbell Street, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, T (250) 725-3414, F (250) 725-3296, TF (888) 720-3414 www.tourismtofino.com

tourism Vancouver, 200 Burrard Street, Plaza Level, Vancouver, BC V6C 3L6, T (604) 683-2000, F (604) 682-6839 www.tourismvancouver.com

tourism Vancouver island, 501 - 65 Front Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5H9, T (250) 754-3500, F (250) 754-3599 www.tourismvi.ca

tourism Victoria Visitor centre, 812 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, T (250) 953-2033, F (250) 382-6539, TF (800) 663-3883 www.tourismvictoria.com

travergence interactive inc., Suite 300 - 777 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1G0, T (250) 217-4832 www.travergence.com

Village of Gold river, 499 Muchalat Drive, PO Box 610, Gold River, BC V0P 1G0, T (250) 283-2202, F (250) 283-7500

West Shore chamber of commerce, 2830 Aldwynd Avenue, Victoria, BC V9B 3S7, T (250) 478-1130, F (250) 478-1584, TF (877) 912-1780

World Web technologies, 301, 1000 - 9th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2P 2Y6, T (877) 616-2210, F (403) 777-9304, TF (800) 221-3429

Wedding consultants/ServicesDelta Victoria Weddings, 45 Songhees Road, Victoria, BC V9A 6T3, T (250) 360-5803, F (250) 360-5884

Four points by Sheraton, Victoria Gateway, 829 McCallum Road, Victoria, BC V9B 6W6, T (250) 391-5063, F (250) 474-4690

Hatley park national Historic Site, Home of royal roads University, 2005 Sooke Road, Victoria, BC V9B 5Y2, T (250) 391-2666, F (250) 391-2620, TF (866) 241-0674 www.hatleypark.ca

Sooke Harbour House, 1528 Whiffen Spit Road, Sooke, BC V9Z 0T4, T (250) 642-3421, F (250) 642-6988, TF (800) 889-9688 www.sookeharbourhouse.com

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Canada’s first and finest chocolatier, Rogers’ Chocolates, was founded in 1885 by

Charles W. (Candy) Rogers. What began in his small shop in busy downtown Victoria

has become one of the finest chocolate companies in the world. Surprisingly little has

changed over the years — from our flagship heritage store on Government Street to

the delicious time-honoured recipes. From our family to yours — enjoy!

Downtown, Heritage Store, 913 Government Street, 250.881.8171 • Oak Bay, Tudor Sweet Shoppe, 2234 Oak Bay Avenue, 250.598.2911

Sidney, 2423 Beacon Avenue, 250.655.0305 • Factory Store, 4253 Commerce Circle, 250.727.6851

JOB #R103-12744CLIENT: ROGERS CHOCOLATES

PUBLICATION: TOURISM VICTORIAINSERTION DATE: JANUARYAD DIMENSIONS: 8” X 10.75”

PREPARED BY: ECLIPSE CREATIVE 250-382-1103

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