Vancouver Island Local Attractions

• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Local Attractions in Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

The best wines in the world seem to come from temperate, warm places like France, Italy, New Zealand, Australia, South America and California. It sometimes comes as a surprise to people, then, that Canada—often associated with cold, harsh weather patterns—has a booming wine industry that has been producing world-class vintages for decades. Canadian wine has garnered the country international recognition as a producer of fine, award-winning vino.

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All Aboard! Exploring Canada by Train

Upon thinking of Canada, one cannot suppress images of open space, diverse landscapes and striking hospitality spread among urban centres and rural communities. With a total area of 9,984,670 sq km (3,855,103 sq mi), plus natural attractions such as...

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Best of Winter in Canada

The coolest season in the world is a Canadian winter—and not just because it gets so darned cold here. Simply put, Canada is a big place with unlimited wintertime possibilities. The country spans from Newfoundland and the Atlantic Ocean to Vancouver Island and the Pacific, with borders that reach from

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Canada's Shopping Hot Spots

In the past few decades, Canada has started to shed its image as a frigid land of vast wilderness in favour of a sophisticated, urban persona. Canada's major cities are now being seen for what they are—vibrant, modern hubs of activity. The country's urban centres boast many attractions, one of the most significant being their world-class shopping facilities.

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Canada's Top 10 Gardens

Exhibiting the flora of Canada's vast landscapes and often exotic species from afar, the country's public gardens foster an appreciation of the planet's diverse, precious and vital plant life, and offer brightly coloured, sweet-scented and lovingly tended natural sanctuaries for anyone to enjoy. The Great White North's publicly accessible gardens bloom among the world's best and here are WorldWeb.com's Top 10 picks.

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Canada's Top 10 Museums

Stretching from Nova Scotia in the east to Vancouver Island in the west, Canada boasts more than 2,500 museums that range from large metropolitan galleries to small community museums and chronicle everything from prehistoric dinosaur remains to the latest developments in science and technology. No clay shard, no centuries-old painting, no children’s toy is left unturned or unexamined for the 59 million visitors who pass through the country’s museums each year.

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Canada's Top 10 National Parks

O Canada! Our home and native land! True patriot love in all thy sons command. With glowing hearts we see thee rise, The True North strong and free! —yes, the national anthem sure says a lot about this Canada's character, yet this poetic tribute could still use one more adjective, like big or maybe huge.

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Canada's Top 10 Spas

There's no better way to relax than to get pampered at a spa. Whether trying to leave the stresses of everyday life behind for awhile or celebrating a special occasion with some friends, one of the many numerous spa treatments offered at some of Canada's best spas are bound to hit the spot

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Canada's Top 10 Yoga Retreats

More and more people are discovering the benefits of a weekly yoga class to relieve stress and bring balance into their daily lives. So why not consider combining yoga with a vacation for the ultimate retreat? It’s a trip that can bring health and rejuvenation...

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Island Hopping in BC's Gulf Islands

Between Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, BC Ferries' fleet of vessels have become a common part of the local scenery. Each day from early morning till late evening, these massive vehicles effortlessly navigate through the often tight waterways that separate the Southern Gulf Islands.

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Top 10 Unusual Canadian Attractions

Surprisingly, there is a plethora of unique, unusual and eye-catching landmarks that can be found in every province of Canada. In fact, these often entertaining sights are more likely found in smaller towns, where tourists are lured in to take a picture or buy a trinket of these one-of-a-kind discoveries.

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Victoria's Tearooms and Teahouses

You don’t need to be a tea-totaller to enjoy Victoria’s most popular brew. Tea has a grand tradition here that stems back to the city’s British roots. Over the years, it has morphed into a tradition that is uniquely Victorian, becoming integral to the city’s identity.

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