A-Life BC Travel Blog

By Bri Wilson

A-Life's Victoria-based writers (Neil, Jessica W. and I) will now be regular contributors to Tourism Victoria's Going Local Blog!

A-Life posts on Going Local will be posted every two weeks, so check back often to find out what events and activities you should be checking out during your visit to Victoria, BC.

The A-Life team's first post, Downtown Victoria's Best Small Bookshops by Jessica Woollard, was posted on Going Local yesterday—go check it out!

By Bri Wilson

Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa's Prana at Parkside Yoga Retreat was featured in an article in the Times Colonist today!

Times Colonist reporter Amy Smart attended the first yoga retreat held in June 2011 at Parkside, hosted by Liz Zdunich of Namaste Inspired Athletics.

If you're wondering what a yoga retreat is all about or are thinking about trying yoga for the first time, you'll want to read this article!

Parkside will be hosting another Prana at Parkside Yoga Retreat with Liz on January 6 - 8, 2012, so mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details.

Have you ever wondered what it's like to experience the beautiful West Coast of British Columbia with Aviawest?

Well now's your chance!

For the next four weeks, we'd like to offer you a chance to do just that; spend your six-night vacation relaxing at just one of our luxury resorts or experience all three—the choice is yours!

This month's BIG DEAL gets you a $30 Gift Card towards brunch, lunch or dinner at The Landing West Coast Grill at Pacific Shores in Nanoose Bay for only $15 (save 50%).

Sign up for A-Life to get the deal!

Have you ever wondered what it's like to experience the beautiful West Coast of British Columbia with Aviawest?

Well now's your chance!

For the next four weeks, we'd like to offer our friends in Oregon a chance to do just that; spend your six-night vacation relaxing at just one of our luxury resorts or experience all three—the choice is yours!

Get on your bikes and ride!

Victoria will truly become the cycling capital of Canada from May 27 to June 12, 2011 for the first annual Victoria International Cycling Festival.

The Victoria International Cycling Festival (VICF) will celebrate everything cycling, from cycling-inspired art and films to family bike events and community rides.

By LaVonne Reddicopp

If you have a hankerin' for hot chili and you like your sculptures like you enjoy your beer (ice cold!), then head on over to Qualicum Beach on May 7, 2011 for the 19th Annual Fire and Ice Street Festival.

There are up to 25 teams battling it out this year for supreme bragging rights over Oceanside’s tastiest chili, including Pacific Shores's own The Landing West Coast Grill!

Teams from all over Oceanside go head-to-head to see who can tempt the taste buds of the throngs of salivating souls that meander from booth to booth, sampling the wares of these courageous chili aficionados.

Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa is extending this year's nationwide celebration of our planet by partnering with local businesses and organizations for its Earth Expo & Farmer's Market on Saturday April 30, 2011.

The event is designed to be fun and educational (and tasty!) for kids and adults alike, offering a glimpse into some of the creative ways Victoria is initiating eco-friendly practices.

By LaVonne Reddicopp

If you're lucky enough to be travelling through Oceanside this Saturday, April 16, 2011, set aside some time during your evening to attend the Taste of Oceanside at the Parksville Community and Conference Center between 6:30pm and 9pm.

For the fifth year, the Rotary Club of Parksville is putting on this spectacular fundraising event that has become a real fan favorite with locals and visitors alike.

Tasty tidbits from some of the hottest restaurants in Parksville, Nanoose Bay and Qualicum Beach will be available for sampling.

Water's Edge Resort at Pacific Rim and Pacific Shores Resort & Spa in Nanoose Bay are now on Facebook! 

Get resort news, event information, specials, deals, contests and more in your newsfeed by "Liking" these two amazing West Coast resorts on Facebook!

And don't forget to "Like" Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa and Aviawest on Facebook too!