Pros: Genteel, civilized, reserved, and picturesque... in short, charming. Cons: "Charm" should be effortless - mandated charm rapidly and perilously approaches kitsch
Most visitors to Victoria, B.C. will arrive by sea, on one of the numerous ferries that ply the scenic waters between Vancouver Island and mainland British Columbia or Washington state. I can’t imagine that any visitor would fail to be captivated by ...
Pros: relatively compact but still room to move Cons: none
I know this will be hard to believe, but, when referring to Koalas, those words were uttered by the ex Premier of Victoria, our smallest but second most populous mainland state.
Well, it cut to the core of every Australian, the Japanese cried...
Pros: Lots to do. Pretty decent weather. Cons: It's a little touristy.
Care for a taste of "Jolly Olde England" but live west of the Rockies? Maybe you should consider a trip to the Canadian City of Victoria in British Columbia. Victoria offers double-decker buses, English gardens, and high tea - all in one of the most ...
Pros: Beautiful. Cons: A long drive and a ferry boat ride to get there.
VICTORIA, Canada, is one of those dream destinations people keep to themselves so others won't come and overcrowd it. But I'll tell you about it because we can keep it as our little secret, right?
My husband and I recently spent a week in Victoria and the neighboring Gulf Islands for our honeymoon. While admittedly a week isn't that much time, I do feel qualified to comment on the places we went, and recommend a few things. We were on a luxury...
Pros: Beautiful, historical and fun Cons: A bit out of the way
My wife and I had the good fortune to go to Victoria BC for our honeymoon in August of 1999. We were enthralled by the charming city and fell in love with it. There is so much to do and see, and its a nice, friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
Pros: The most beautiful formal gardens I have ever seen Cons: Must be very busy in the summer
I've read the brochures. They call the Butchart Gardens "internationally famous" and "a wonder of the modern world" and "breathtaking impact". Please! I'd certainly never heard of them.
Oh, I've been to lots of formal gardens. England...
Pros: Proximity to U.S. soil, great exchange rate Cons: Can't drive there by car without taking a ferry over
For the price of an extended weekend in just about any major U.S. city, you can enjoy a taste of European charm, British elegance, and breathtaking natural beauty without having to tote along your passport. British Columbia's city of Victoria (located...
I have been to Victoria a few times, ate at the Empress Hotel, went to the wax museum (recommended, but not covered here), and have visited the Parliament House. This Epinion will discuss...
Pros: Unbelievable nature all within city limits Cons: You need to take a ferry or flight to get there
Pictures speak louder than words. See my Victoria gallery at http://www.pbase.com/ccraft/vi
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(don't forget the underscore after Victoria_) If you're interested in photographing wildlife, I've also created an interactive directory listing the ...
Pros: All a tourist needs in 10 square blocks. Cons: Transportation coasts big bucks.
WOW! I just got back from Victoria and WOW is all I can say.
My wife, daughter and I took Westjet,(see review)from Winnipeg,(see review)to Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. We dumped our daughter on our sister in-law, and...
Pros: beautiful gardens, lovely homes, gorgeous old town area Cons: none
Warning to the "Canadian Food-Phobes": if you don't think that Canada is capable of producing great gourmet food, beyond the average meat pie & mug of Canadian micro brew beer, do NOT read the following Epinion!
Avon The Bearington Collection Victoria AVON brand new! The Bearington Collection Victoria 14" collectible jointed plush bear in adorable outfit. Note: The outside box of this product has a ...
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