There are so many things to look forward to when you’re visiting Vancouver Island. The bountiful nature, beautiful cities and towns, access to the ocean and friendly people. But one of the most unique aspects of this part of the world is that between Vancouver Island and the Mainland, there are many little islands known […]
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COVID-19 Update EMR Vacation Rentals
Updated April 11, 2022 As of April 1, 2022, Canada now allowing all travelers from the United States, who have been fully vaccinated to cross into Canada without having to take a COVID-19 test. There is still a requirement to use the ArriveCan travel app to upload proof documentation and crossing times.For more information go […]
Chasing the Shoreline: Our Favourite Beaches on the Peninsula
People come from all over the world to visit Vancouver Island for so many reasons, not least of which is our incredible shoreline. Stretching all along the Island Highway from the southern tip of the Island in Victoria all the way up to Port Hardy to the north, to the west of the Island in […]
Calling all Culture Vultures! Our Favourite Art Galleries and Cultural Centres around Victoria
June in Victoria is a beautiful time of year. Summer is in the air, spring showers are few and far between and the rush of summer visitors hasn’t yet hit and the city is thrumming away at its regular, easy rhythm. However, this month of all the others can be temperamental. One day you have […]
Flights of Fancy – Get a Taste of Victoria’s Incredible Brewery Scene
Beer. It conjures up images of backyard barbeques, capricious dixie cups filled with the frothy refreshment at a game, discomfiting St. Patrick’s Day memories and unwinding on the couch with a great sipper. It’s both pizza’s and burgers’ loyal companion, second to none when it comes to thirst quenching abilities and so much more. Beer’s […]
Sports Scene – Where to Find the Action in Victoria
Whether you prefer the chilly air of an arena or the smell of fresh cut grass on a sunny field, we can all agree that sports are awesome. It’s where kids make lifelong friends while having fun, cities cheer for the hometown team and families and friends celebrate wins or lament losses together. It really […]
All Hands on Deck! Kayak and Boat Rentals on Vancouver Island
Vancouver Island is gorgeous – people travel from all over the world to experience the lush wilderness, the gorgeous cities and of course, the ocean. No matter where you are traveling on Vancouver Island, you’re sure to find breathtaking ocean views. The feeling of the fresh breeze as it stirs your hair and fills your […]
Walk-ins Welcome! Top Ten Restaurants in Sidney
Traveling is one of the most exciting things to do – finding your bearings in a new city can be an exhilarating experience. Sometimes though, that sense of adventure can turn into feeling like a fish-out-of-water. You begin to miss your familiar haunts; the grocery store you know like the back of your hand, your […]
Whale Watching on South Vancouver Island
There is no denying that Vancouver Island is beautiful. If you’re a nature-lover or an outdoor enthusiast, Vancouver Island has probably been on your ‘must go’ list of destinations. Here you can surf, ski and everything in between almost year-round. No need for reservations or tightly packed itinerary, here you can grab your board or […]
Cider Anyone? Top Cideries to Visit On Vancouver Island and Beyond
Winter in BC can be a drudgery. In a temperate rainforest, winters are cold and wet where, on average, 1500 millimeters of rain falls per year. That’s rain with a capital ‘R’. The days are dark with looming clouds and it hampers even the toughest outdoor-person’s plans. If you’re a little tired of the coffee […]