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GAMBLING IN VICTORIA, BC

If you love the excitement of playing cards, rolling the dice or watching those little wheels go around ... Victoria has a casino to help you do just that. Elements Casino - 1708 Island Hwy., Victoria, BC  Ph#:  1 (250) 391-0311 or toll-free at +1 (877) 473-2818. In addition, British Columbia has several lotteries with tickets

ZIP LINE AND BUNGY JUMPING

If you're into adventures that give you a thrill ... here's some things to consider in Victoria: Zip Line Adrena Line Adventure Tours Tour Facts A total of eight ziplines, ranging from 150ft/45m to 1000ft/305m Experience the forest canopy as you cross two suspension bridges Platform and zipline heights range from 60ft/18m to 150ft/45m An exciting and

CANADIAN & BC ‘STAT’ HOLIDAYS FOR VICTORIA, BC

Canada has a number of 'stat' (or statutory) holidays, as does BC.  It's good to know as often facilities such as banks will be closed.  Also travel can be a bit more of a challenge - if you're planning on traveling by ferry to the mainland be aware that there may be long waits unless

To Courtenay/Comox/Mt. Washington, Vancouver Island

WINTER AND SUMMER ACTIVITIES Vancouver Island If you're in to winter sports, we have a very good ski hill - Mt. Washington - which is about 3 - 3 1/2 hours north of Victoria. In addition, it has x-country and snowshoe trails galore. Accommodations can be had on the hill or in nearby

Recycling in Victoria, BC

Victoria is a very ecologically-minded city.  We recycle almost everything. All homes, hotels. campgrounds, RV parks etc. have programs/bins in place for recycling, so ask or look around ... they ARE there. You MUST recycle:   Please Recycle! Glass bottles/jars, plastic bottles, plastic packaging of most kinds, tin cans, aluminum cans, all paper/cardboard

LAUNDROMATS/DRY CLEANERS

There are a number of Laundromats & Dry Cleaners in the Greater Victoria area.  Here is a list: Avalon Drycleaning & Laundromat, #105 - 1497 Admirals Rd., Victoria LaundroLounge, 776 Goldstream Ave. Prestine Drycleaners & Laundromat, 255 Menzies St., Victoria Scrubby's Laundromat, 50 Burnside Rd. W., Victoria Sparkle Bright Launderette, 2584 Quadra, Victoria Squeaky's Laundromat,

Spectator Sports in Victoria, BC

Amateur and Professional Sports teams and venues in Victoria: 1.  Victoria Royals - Ice Hockey - Western Hockey League - venue Save On Foods Memorial Arena 2.  Victoria Harbour Cats - Baseball - West Coast League - venue - Royal Athletic Park 3.  Victoria Shamrocks - Box Lacrosse - Western Lacross Ass'n - venue The

GUIDED WALKING TOURS OF VICTORIA, BC

There is a lot to see and do in Victoria, including colourful characters and fascinating stories, history & nature.  Here are some guided tours that are fun, interesting and can even revive your body and spirit! Please click on the provided links or contact these companies by phone or email directly for more information.  

WHAT TO DO IF YOU’RE INJURED OR SICK WHILE VISITING

If you become sick or injured while visiting Victoria:  Either call 911 (for an emergency) or go to one of the hospitals or clinics listed below: **Non-residents of British Columbia see below for information and costs for medical care in Victoria There are 2 hospitals in the Greater Victoria area. 1) Victoria General Hospital, 1