Vancouver Island

Victoria is one of those cities that works surprisingly well for a short trip. The downtown core is compact, many of the main attractions are walkable, and in just two days you can experience the Inner Harbour, visit the Royal BC Museum, explore Fisherman’s Wharf, get out on the water and still make time for…

A Vancouver Island road trip itinerary should give you time to experience the island, not leave you exhausted from driving between too many places. I spent one week travelling from Nanaimo to Sproat Lake, Tofino and Victoria. Along the way, I walked among old-growth trees, kayaked beside beavers, explored Pacific Rim National Park, saw whales…