If you’re planning a trip to Victoria, BC, indulging in an Afternoon Tea service is an absolute must. There’s nothing like sipping from elegant china while enjoying a tower of savory finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and sweet treats. The real question is, where’s the best place to have afternoon tea in Victoria? In this…
I’ve traveled through Canada quite a bit, and I think that Victoria BC is one of the most beautiful cities in the entire country. Located on the coast of Vancouver Island, Victoria boasts waterfront views, manicured gardens, dramatic castles, and elegant tea rooms. We recently spent a weekend in Victoria and it exceeded our expectations….
The Fairmont Empress is undeniably Victoria’s most luxurious hotel. Built in 1908, it’s hosted famous celebrities and many members of royalty. Because of the hotel’s majestic architecture, it’s known as Canada’s Castle on the Coast. The hotel has a number of amenities, a prime location, and excellent restaurants. It’s even been named one of the 21…
Victoria, BC, is truly one of Canada’s most charming and romantic destinations. The city is famous for its lush gardens, scenic harbor, historic castles, and timeless Victorian traditions (like indulging in afternoon tea). We think that Victoria offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and old-world charm. Often ranked as the most romantic city in…
If you’re planning a trip to Victoria BC, you absolutely have to visit one of Vancouver Island’s crown jewels: The Butchart Gardens. My husband and I recently visited the gardens while on our babymoon. This was one of my favorite parts of the entire trip! There are 5 distinct gardens and over 900 plant varieties….
We recently took the Victoria Clipper from Seattle to Victoria, BC. for our babymoon, and we’re excited to share all about the experience! Visiting Victoria had been on my bucket list for a while, but I was always a bit hesitant since it’s not possible to drive there from Seattle. Thankfully, the Victoria Clipper made…
We visited The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden on a rainy winter day. This beautiful botanical garden is located right in the center of Vancouver’s Chinatown. As soon as we entered through the gates, we were transported to a tranquil garden that felt as if it were miles away from the city. In this…
For our last trip to Vancouver, we wanted to stay at a nice hotel. We were traveling with our toddler, so a high priority for us was location. We wanted to be able to walk everywhere so we wouldn’t have to worry about car seats and parking. We also wanted to stay at a hotel…
Vancouver BC is a stunning coastal city filled with tons of viewpoints and unique photo opportunities. Whether you’re a tourist or a professional photographer, you’ll want to know exactly where to go to see some of Vancouver’s best backdrops! We visit Vancouver frequently and we’re sharing our picks for Vancouver’s most Instagrammable spots. Pack your camera,…
Vancouver BC is a foodie’s paradise. The local restaurants are known for their fresh seafood, strong coffee, and an international presence. One of the things we really appreciate about eating in Vancouver is that there is an emphasis on using sustainable food practices. During our many trips to Vancouver, we’ve noticed three culinary areas that…
Vancouver receives a lot of rain (about 146 centimeters annually), but luckily there are tons of things to do on a rainy day. North Vancouver, which is closer to the mountains, receives an estimated 252 centimeters! I was surprised to learn that Vancouver receives even more rain than Seattle (where I’m based), which receives about…
We frequently travel between Seattle to Vancouver, and we’ve found that there are multiple ways to enjoy the journey! If you’re planning to make the trip, you can choose to drive, take the train, hop on a bus, fly, take a ferry, or you can take the scenic route and go island hopping. I think…
