Tag: Victoria B.C.

Victoria NOW!

Victoria, BC, via the Coho Ferry

It’s simply fabulous that by living here in Sequim, we have access to another world that is a mere 15 miles away, namely, Vancouver Island.

And as I’ve said before, often, there’s no other city I’d rather visit than Victoria especially via the Coho Ferry, and I know many of you feel the same.

Visiting Victoria is like a quick and inexpensive trip to Europe, and doable in the span of 8 hours, if one returns on the same day. The trip itself is noteworthy in that one may see whales, orcas/dolphins, sea lions, and a variety of seabirds along the way.

Once on island and outside the city are Butchart Gardens, Victoria Butterfly Gardens, mountains, gorgeous coastlines, quaint seaports, and unforgettable scenery.

But today I heard that the Black Ball/Coho Ferry is experiencing difficulties due to decreased ridership by Canadians, and U.S. citizens as well. Like many others, I find this to be very disturbing and I employ you to not only spread the word, but to help this company, and our local support businesses, to continue to thrive by booking your travel to the Island, NOW!

The summer months will be tough if riderships falls even more and our chances of having this means of transportation available to us may soon be gone forever.

Pretty as a Peacock

A Male Peafowl (Peacock) in Beacon Hill Park, Victoria, BC

Victoria is fabulous city and Beacon Hill Park, located in the center of the city, is one of its crown jewels.

In this park you will find any number of peafowl. Yes…male peafowl are referred to as peacocks, and female peafowl are referred to as peahens, but aside from that, these beautiful and people-friendly birds frequent the park, and as you might guess, visitors feed them, which undoubtedly brings them in.

The park is also a haven for herons, eagles, songbirds, waterfowl, human adults needing a break from city traffic and noise, and children seeking a petty zoo experience.

In addition to the above, you’ll find beautiful plants, flowers, trees, and fountains all in close proximity to downtown, Parliament and the BC Museum.

But the big draw for me is the birds. And I’m grateful that this particular one posed for me so beautifully. It’s a BC souvenir that brings me joy whenever I see and share it and I hope you enjoy it as well.

Victoria or Bust!

Trees in Bloom, Victoria, BC

Often, there’s no other city I’d rather visit than Victoria, BC, especially via the Coho Ferry, and many friends feel the same.

Visiting Victoria is like a quick and inexpensive trip to Europe, and doable in the span of 8 hours, if one returns on the same day.

The trip itself is noteworthy in that one may see whales, orcas/dolphins, and sea lions, as well as seabirds, mega yachts and cruise ships along the way. And although the weather isn’t always pristine, the view of the city certainly is!

On this particular visit, I was fortunate enough to experience flowering trees with Parliament in the distance, tulips at the Empress Hotel, and the welcoming smiles of our neighbors to the north.

May we always feel the same about this fascinating and fabulous city and may we always be welcome!