subject: Heritage Attractions Wildlife And Forests Charming Bed And Breakfast Dream Vacation Water Activities [print this page] Victoria Hotels for Weddings Victoria Hotels for Weddings
Its no surprise that Victoria, aptly known as the "Garden City" is widely being recognized as the worlds top wedding destinations. With the mildest climate in Canada, the most annual sunshine in British Columbia, and flowers all year round, its no surprise really. Imagine horse drawn carriages and castles, all readily available for your special day. Looking for ocean views or romantic beaches for your wedding?The Butchart Gardens is the perfect setting for a garden wedding. 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. Victoria hotels also feature great honeymoon packages. Here are some hotels that you should look into: Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa, Four Points by Sheraton Victoria Gateway, Harbour Towers Hotel & Suites, and The Fairmont Empress.
Waterfront Victoria Hotels
One of the best ways to enjoy Victoria is to spend your days soaking up the glorious views in Inner Harbour. One good way to make the most of the spectacular harbor views at Victoria is to stay in waterfront Victoria hotels. Wake up to beautiful harbor views or check out the Victoria Harbour Ferries and their fleet of mini ferries that travel around the Inner Harbour. Take short trips to popular destinations or drift the hours away by hopping on and off at different stops, either way youll find yourself captivated by the stunning vistas and clean ocean breeze. Some of the best destinations are Spinnakers Gastro-Brewpub, Reeson Landing, Lojo District, Rice Mill Landing, Victorias Historic Chinatown, Point Ellice House, Glo-Europub, Dockside Green, Fol Epi Bakery, Caffe Fantastico, Fishermans Wharf, and Aura an award winning restaurant and lounge located within the Inn at Laurel Point. Harbor hops like these are perfect for romantic getaways or a vacation with the family. Great discounts on many of the best harbor restaurants, pubs, spas and other attractions are available with these harbor trips.
Golf Getaways and Victoria Hotels
Looking for a reason to head out to Victoria for a great round of golf?Start with this; the city has been selected by Cond Nast Traveler Magazine readers as the #2 Top City in the Americas. The Arbutus Ridge Golf Club is another reason for picking Victoria as your next golf destination. The course features three of the most demanding finishing holes on Vancouver Island. Arbutus Ridge is set amidst the seaside community of Cobble Hill, which features some of Vancouver Islands finest wineries. Arbutus Ridge also puts you 10 minutes away from the cultural city of Duncan. You might also want to try Bear Mountain Resort Mountain Course, a Jack and Steve Nicklaus co-designed golf course. Opened in the summer of 2003, the course was then immediately rated the number 1 new course in Western Canada and just two years later, the foremost golf course in all of Canada. You ought to also consider the Highland Pacific Golf and the Olympic View Golf Club. You might also want to consider the Highland Pacific Golf and the Olympic View Golf Club which plays host the award winning GBC Golf Academy. These golf destinations feature some of the best Victoria hotels around, perfect for relaxing and rejuvenating after a days hard work in the greens.
Great Tours and Victoria Hotels
The best way to enjoy Victoria, City of Gardens, is to tour its beautiful gardens and attractions. Take historical walking tours that highlight the citys heritage buildings, charming districts and renowned residents. Most of these walking tours last for an hour or two to a full day. Keep in mind that these walking tours may last for an hour or two, or you can choose to go on a tour that lasts the entire day. Your walking tour itinerary will most likely take you to Inner Harbour, Old Town, Market Square, heritage homes, Antique Row and Chinatown. You can also take a boat charter through the Gulf Islands where you can go whale watching or catch sight of Harbor Seals and Dalls Porpoises. The best time for these activities are from April to October, also the right season to go kayaking. Ask Victoria hotels for recommendations on professional tour guides who can take you around Olde Town, Chinatown, Beacon Hill, and Craigdarroch Castle. These destinations are best visited with someone who can give you insider information about their history.
