Posts with tag 'Local Attractions'

Every city has its share of spooky tales and local legends. They're great fun at this time of year, offering a taste of the same macabre glee that kept us all telling ghost stories over the campfire as kids. More importantly, though, these stories can also tell you a lot about a place's past. 

Over the years, our real estate agents have become very familiar with both Victoria's local lore and the city's real past. They've noticed that the haunted spots most often mentioned in conversation also have fascinating, concrete history behind them. Celebrate the spooky season with a trip to one of these haunted history spots near our

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With about four weeks of summer break still ahead, most parents have plenty of family time to fill before school starts again. How can you make sure all that extra time doesn't go to waste? Planning a day trip or two is a great place to start.

Many of our real estate agents carve out a weekend or two each summer to explore Greater Victoria with their families. They've made some of their most treasured memories this way, and they want to share that joyful experience with others. Treat your family to a day out at one of these Southern Vancouver Island attractions and get...

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The sound of birds cheerfully chirping in the trees is one of the surest signs that spring is here to stay. Southern Vancouver Island is home to an extremely diverse range of avian species, and many of these birds return from their winter migration as the weather starts to warm up.  

Many of our real estate agents dabble in bird watching while out on their spring walks. They love the thrill of spotting elusive, rare birds and getting to know the local wildlife better. Think you might enjoy doing the same? Join them on their adventures at these five Southern Vanc...

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Victoria's famously mild winters make this city one of the best winter recreation destinations in the country. From tours and spa days to shopping and dining, there's no shortage of exciting things to do here during Canada's chilliest season. Thinking of visiting us? Here are six local winter activities that our real estate agents think you'll love.

6 Things to Do Around Victoria This Winter

Take the Victoria: Winter Wildlife Tour

Address: 146 Kingston Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1V4

Discover the unique beauty of Victoria's coastline in winter on Orca Spirit Adventures' Victoria: Winter Wildlife Tour. This three-hour experience takes you on a cruise through the icy waters of the Salish Sea.

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Driving out to a local farm to pick up a fresh pumpkin or two is one of the childhood fall traditions our real estate agents remember most fondly. If you'd like to recreate this experience for your own family, there are many small farms with thriving pumpkin patches near our Victoria homes for sale. Check out the following five locations to make fall memories you and your kids will treasure forever.

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