A-Life BC Travel Blog

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%).

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From the moment you step into AquaTerre at Parkside Victoria's serene lobby, you are invited to unwind and indulge in a variety of unique spa experiences in first-class facilities, lounges and private treatment rooms.

Ideally located for spa serenity, Pacific Shores Resort and AquaTerre Spa overlook tranquil Craig Bay on Vancouver Island's east coast in pristine Parksville, BC.

No matter which location you choose, you're sure to receive calming environments and choice treatments.

Want to enjoy a night out without the worry? 

From November 15 onward, Water's Edge Resort, Pacific Shores Resort & Spa and Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa will be offering a special nightly rate for those who wish to "Take the Elevator Home" after a night on the town.

Do you Foursquare?

If not, maybe you should start—you can unlock great deals and specials while you travel, just by showing the screen of your smart phone.

Foursquare is a location-based social media application that uses your smart phone's GPS system to "check in" at geographic locations and businesses. 

When you "checkin" to a location—like a coffee shop, for example—you can leave tips for other customers ("They make the best scones!") that will show up on a person's smart phone when they are in the area and using Foursquare.

If you're not on Twitter yet, maybe you should be—especially if you're on the hunt for last minute travel deals! 

Track these tweeters to stay up-to-date on some great last minute travel deals:

Twavel - Keep an eye on the best travel deals easily with Twavel, a constantly-updated list of the top travel deals on Twitter. 

Are you a novice wine enthusiast who wants to navigate the world of wine in a confident and knowledgeable manner? 

Perhaps you're looking to enhance your knowledge of the hospitality industry through a greater understanding of wine? 

The International Sommelier Guild Wine Fundamentals Certificate Level 1 is an educational tool considered one of the best by international sommelier standards. 

An exclusive discounted overnight stay rate at Pacific Shores Resort & Spa will be available for course registrants. 

Travelling to Victoria or Vancouver? Want to know about the best green things to do, see and buy while visiting the city at an exclusive discount?

Sign up for ethicalDeal, a great new website that uses the power of group buying to send you one exclusive green deal a day. 

The deal of the day could be anything, from organic fair-trade coffee to a carbon-neutral eco-tour, and anywhere from 50% to 90% off. 

Join us at The Landing West Coast Grill on Father's Day, Sunday, June 20 for our special Father's Day Brunch and Dinner at Pacific Shores Resort & Spa.

Our "Father's Day Mimosa Brunch" includes a three-course meal starting with a mimosa and our Toasted Granola Parfait, your choice of three delicious Eggs Benedict main courses (Traditional, Wild Sockeye Salmon or Lobster) and a Grand Marnier Creme Caramel for dessert.