Kwagiulth Mask, Randy Bell
A fabulous variety of traditional Aboriginal masks, carving and sculptures, or more modern-influenced paintings and jewellery, are on display and for sale at the various Aboriginal owned and operated art […]
Cougar Creek Rec Site, Vancouver Island
Between Gold River and Tahsis on Vancouver Island is the Cougar Creek Recreation Site on Tlupana Inlet, a fabulous and well-maintained fishing campground offering campsites and a boat launch. Cougar […]
Bear Watching, Fortune Channel, Tofino
Vancouver Island is black bear territory, and there is always a good chance of viewing black bears on the side of the road in the more remote parts of Vancouver […]
Totem Pole, Discovery Harbour Centre, Campbell River
Totem poles are wonderful examples of aboriginal art – the ancient practice of totem carving has been handed down through generations as a way of preserving the history of local […]
Chinatown, Victoria BC
The splendid lion-bedecked Gate of Harmonious Interest marks the entrance to Victoria’s small Chinatown, the second oldest in North America (after San Francisco). Once a ghetto for newcomers, Chinatown is […]
The Empress Hotel, Victoria BC
The Jewel of the Pacific, The Empress Hotel is one of Victoria’s highlights. Cresting the city’s Inner Harbour, this 477-room hotel was built in the Edwardian style and subsequently restored […]