Linda

About Linda

I've lived in Victoria over 30 years and I still can't believe how great this city really is! My husband, Bruce, and I have traveled the world but coming home to Victoria is still quite often a celebration. Together, we want to share our love of the city and the area by giving you an 'insider's' insights of where to go - what to do - and how to get there!

METCHOSIN FARMERS MARKET

Market open on Sundays, 11:00am to 2:00pm, May (Mother's Day) to the last Sunday in October Metchosin Municipal Grounds 4450 Happy Valley Road Come by Metchosin's Farmer's Market to buy fresh fruits and vegetables from organic and traditional farmers, herbs, free range eggs, breads, jams, salsa or baked goods. There are also a variety of locally

  • Goldstream Farmer's Market

GOLDSTREAM FARMER’S MARKET

SATURDAYS  MAY 3 - OCTOBER 11, 2025 10:00 a.m.  -  2:00 p.m. A farmers’ market located in the heart of Langford BC where everything is homemade, handmade or home grown. Vendors offer local fruits and vegetables, fresh-baked breads and goodies, unique and quality crafts and textile creations.

PENINSULA COUNTRY MARKET

June 7th - October 11th, 2025 Saturdays 9 - 1 Saanich Fairgrounds, 1528 Stelly's Cross Road, Saanichton The market features a wide variety of vendors selling everything from fresh produce, baked goods, and artisanal crafts to handmade jewelry, clothing, and home decor. You can find something for everyone at the Peninsula Country Market, whether you’re

  • The Flight Path - Victoria Int'l Airport Walking and Biking Trail, Visitor in Victoria

VICTORIA AIRPORT PATH

The Flight Path A 9.3km bike and walking trail around the airport.  Bring the whole family to explore this unique recreational facility! Located around the perimeter of the pastoral Victoria International Airport, come for a bike, hike or stroll and enjoy the natural beauty of the Saanich Peninsula. The Flight Path is punctuated with intriguing

  • Coles Bay Regional Park, Victoria, BC, Visitor in Victoria, Parks in Victoria

COLES BAY REGIONAL PARK

A small park in a quiet neighborhood leading down to the Saanich Inlet - that's Coles Bay Regional Park! At just under 9 acres, this park is the perfect place for a short stroll, or a picnic with the family.  The path is fairly level but not really wheelchair accessible if you want to reach

  • Dominion Brook Park Sign, Victoria, BC Visitor in Victoria

DOMINION BROOK PARK

Dominion Brook Park is located in North Saanich, close to the airport on East Saanich Road, across the street from the Panorama Rec. Centre.  (See map below for address and location) It's not a large park - only about 11 acres - but it packs in a lot of beauty in a small space! 

  • One of the Sculptures on Sidney Waterfront Walk, Sidney, BC Visitor in Victoria

SIDNEY WATERFRONT WALKWAY

When arriving and departing Victoria, BC either by air or a BC Ferry to the mainland, you'll pass by the quaint city of Sidney (or Sidney-by-the Sea).  I strongly urge you to make the short drive back there while you're in the area and check it out! In addition to being known as 'booktown' (see

  • Kinsol Trestle

HISTORIC KINSOL TRESTLE

For a unique biking or walking experience, I suggest you drive up to see the amazing century old Kinsol Trestle which is now part of the Trans Canada Trail.  It's about an hour's drive up the beautiful Malahat (Hwy #1) to the parking lot.  (See below for directions) It stands 44 metres high and is

  • Seaplanes in Victoria, BC, Visitor in Victoria

AIR TOURS

If you'd like to do some sightseeing from the air ... here's some Air Tours to consider: Harbour Air Seaplane Tours. Reservations Contact Center Hours of Operation: 1.800.665.0212 (Pacific Standard Time): Monday to Friday: 6AM to 9PM Saturday and Sunday: 7AM to 7PM Many tours available - Click Here for options   Victoria Flying Club