Vancouver Island, Victoria BC and the Gulf Islands

Vancouver Island, nestled tightly along the lower south-western coast of British Columbia, Canada, is rich in history and ripe with opportunities for outdoor adventure. Roughly the size of Holland, Vancouver Island is home to the historic capital city of Victoria. Famous for both its historic buildings, accommodations and bustling inner harbour, no trip to the island is complete without visiting this jewel.

The Vancouver Island region also encompasses the Gulf Islands. These diverse, small islands are known for their rich artisan wares, wine and culinary adventures and scenic outdoor activities. Vancouver Island is an exciting region rich in First Nations history and culture, wine and agritourism, wildlife watching and a plethora of outdoor activities including fishing, whale watching and golf.

Whether you come for a short vacation, or plan on staying for the season, travel to Vancouver Island and let the wilderness, culture and heritage of this dynamic maritime region embrace you.

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Vancouver Island Travel Blog

Yellow Point Cranberries, Ladysmith, Vancouver Island, BC - April 30, 2008

Follow the Yellow Point Road to visit our family-run cranberry farm, located just outside of Ladysmith, British Columbia, and home of Cranberry Cottage Preserves. Visit us on our grand re-opening on May 8, 2008, where we will be offering a wonderful array of hanging flower baskets from our family... [More]

Its Official - Vancouver Island University - April 23, 2008

This note comes to you from Dr. Nilson I am pleased to advise you that Premier Gordon Campbell announced today that Government plans to introduce legislation this session to establish Malaspina University-College as a special purpose, teaching university.  Our new university will be named... [More]

A new cultural destination, Victoria, BC - April 23, 2008

Everyone is invited to come and visit Victoria, BC’s newest cultural destination, a new and unique native owned and operated art gallery located inside the reservation of the Esquimalt First Nation, just minutes from downtown Victoria. The One Moon gallery is adjacent to the Long House and... [More]

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