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!
  • 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

  • Oak Bay night market, Victoria, BC

OAK BAY NIGHT MARKET

2025 Oak Bay Night Markets June 11, 2025 July 9, 2025 August 13, 2025 September 10, 2025 On the second Wednesday in June, July, August and September, Oak Bay Village becomes a European style market between 4 and 8 pm. Each market features a variety of in-season produce from southern Vancouver Island as well as preserves

  • Sidney Street Market

SIDNEY STREET MARKET

The Sidney Street Market will run on Thursday evenings from 5:30pm to 8:30pm beginning June 15, 2023 through to September 14, 2023. Sidney’s iconic Thursday night market is returning to Beacon Avenue this summer! Following a Request for Proposals process, the Town of Sidney has signed an agreement with Victoria-based Blue Coast Event Group to

  • Bus tours in Victoria, BC

VICTORIA BUS TOURS

Sometimes a good way to see the sights in a city you're visiting is to let someone else do the driving! Here are some ideas for bus tours around Victoria, BC:  (please either call them or go to their website link for tours, hours etc.) Big Bus Victoria Sightseeing 811 Government St Victoria 250.389.2229 Toll

  • Lawn Bowling

LAWN BOWLING, CROQUET, BOCCE

If you're looking for something fun but a little less strenuous ... a suggestion is lawn bowling, croquet or bocce.  Here's some places to go while visiting Victoria, B.C. Some of these clubs require memberships and some allow drop-in.  Please contact the clubs individually - or click on the link to check out their website

  • Skydiving, Victoria, BC

SKYDIVING

If you're feeling really adventurous ... why not try jumping out of a plane? Victoria has a couple of options for skydiving.  No matter if you're experienced or a first-time jumper, you can find something to get that adrenaline going! Please click on the link or contact the company to get prices etc. CAPITAL CITY

  • Mt. Washington, Comox, BC

SKIING IN VICTORIA, BC

If you arrive in Victoria in the winter months, you can take advantage of our great skiing at Mt. Washington. While there is actually no skiing in Victoria, Mt. Washington Alpine Resort is approximately 3 1/2 hours north of Victoria (see map below). Mount Washington is home to one of the most spectacular coastal alpine

  • Toy Museum in Victoria, BC

NATIONAL TOY MUSEUM

The National Toy Museum of Canada specializes in the preservation and history of old toys. 1410 Broad Street Victoria, British Columbia Tues - Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (closed Monday) Call (250) 385-8697 Taken from an article by CBC News: Co-owner B. Woodward says the point of his new museum is to take people

TOW TRUCK SERVICE

Not the best way to spend your holiday in Victoria, but if your vehicle breaks down, here's where to call for towing services: If you're a BCAA or AAA member - call their toll-free #1-800-222-4357 or *222 on your cell phone.   Eagle Eye Towing  PH# 250-514-4694 Just In Time Towing - PH# 250-514-1827 Peninsula