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Scenic British Columbia is the perfect destination for your next adventure. With more than 1,100 different wildlife species and some of the most diverse ecosystems in the world, British Columbia offers plenty of wildlife viewing opportunities. The scenic beauty of British Columbia is something you wont soon forget with its majestic mountains soaring up to 9,843ft, ancient old-growth forests, caves, hoodoos (ancient, stone-like pillars), and stretches of sandy beaches. Choose from the many excellent Victoria hotels that will serve as an excellent base for your adventures and put yourself within striking distance of an exhilarating hike through alpine meadows, Canada's highest waterfalls and natural hot spring. The abundant wildlife will surely captivate you, so plan for bird watching tours; and if the season is right, take a whale watching tour and witness these magnificent creatures slice through the pristine waters of the region. Keep an eye out for bald eagles soaring about, mountain goats, moose and caribou roaming around.
Victoria Hotels for Weddings
Victoria, aptly known as the "Garden City", is widely being recognized as the worlds top wedding destinations. The city boasts of the mildest climate in Canada, the most annual sunshine in British Columbia, and flowers all year round. Have a horse drawn carriage whisk you away or get married in a castle, whatever you choose Victorias romance and splendor are the perfect backdrop for your special day. If you want ocean views or romantic beaches for your wedding, Victorias coastal communities of Sidney to the north-east, Oak Bay to the east, and Sooke to the north-west all give you stretches of tranquil beaches. Victorias coastal communities of Sidney to the north-east, Oak Bay to the east, and Sooke to the north-west all give you stretches of ocean vistas and tranquil beaches. Beautifully restored mansions such as the Amethyst Inn Victoria B&B, Grouse Nest Resort, Sooke Harbour House, Swans Suite Hotel, Abigail's Hotel, Brentwood Bay Lodge and Spa and Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites can also serve as excellent venues. Also look into the honeymoon packages offered at these excellent Victoria hotels: The Westin Bear Mountain Victoria Golf Resort, Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites, A Waterfront House Luxury Breakfast Inn, Amethyst Inn at Regents Park, Hotel Grand Pacific, and Oswego Hotel. These properties also offer some of the best honeymoon suites in Victoria.
Downtown Attractions and Victoria Hotels
Victorias downtown is the best place to experience the sights and sounds of Garden City. Downtown Victoria offers some of the best shopping destinations: from Antique Row on Fort Street, to the charming little shops in Market Square, and the dainty gift shops that dot Government Street. Downtown Victoria hotels will put you near the most popular attractions of the city: the majestic Legislative Buildings, ivy-covered Empress Hotel, and iconic Inner Harbour. Experience the unique feel of Inner Harbour by walking along the causeway while enjoying the ambience of local musicians, jugglers, and artists; or go high-speed whale-watching aboard a zodiac; or maybe take a luxurious dinner cruise on a yacht. Make time for the Undersea Gardens, Royal London Wax Museum, Crystal Gardens, and Miniature World if youre bringing the family. Great museums and historic sites abound in Victoria, such as the world-renowned Royal British Columbia Museum, Fort Rodd Hill in Esquimalt, and Craigdarroch Castle.
Victoria Hotels for Relaxing Getaways
Walking is the best way to explore the city of Victoria, and with its abundance of beautiful gardens, museums, parks, landmarks, restaurants, and shops youll find yourself rightly exhausted after a days expedition. A great way to keep yourself refreshed is to stay at Victoria hotels that feature relaxing vistas and rejuvenating settings, and the Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort & Spa give you just that. The Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort & Spa offers just that, with luxuriously appointed rooms, spectacular views, top-class fitness facilities, European-inspired spa, and splendid restaurants that are sure to restore your energies. You might also want to consider The Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa is another option; with the flexibility and service of a luxury hotel, youll be ready and recharged for more adventures to Victorias major attractions. Your other relaxing options include the Sidney Waterfront Inn & Spa, Aerie Resort, and Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour, a property that features views of the Pacific Ocean, Olympic Mountain range, and Legislative buildings. An off-the-beaten-path spa experience can be had at the Merridale Spa with their Antioxidant Hut treatment.
