Vancouver Island View Bringing you ideas about the best ways to explore the island. Is it too early to talk about Fall? It's my favourite season, so I tend to start dreaming about the crisper days and brighter colours right around now. I've updated two fall articles this past week and am sharing them below. If you aren't quite ready to read about autumn activities, I also have an updated article about my favourite Island drive. It's beautiful no matter what time of year it is. Oceanside Route...
24 days ago • 1 min read
Vancouver Island View Bringing you ideas about the best ways to explore the island. This newsletter is in your inbox a lot later in the day than is typical, but I didn't want you to miss out on the following articles. Hopefully, they will help you get out and about this weekend and maybe give you something to plan in the near future. Map of Things to Do No matter where you are on the island, there is something to see and do. These are my top recommendations for each region. Use this map as a...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Vancouver Island View Bringing you ideas about the best ways to explore the island. The Vancouver Island summer checklist article is finally fully complete! In case you missed it, I sent out the first few sections two weeks ago. Despite my best efforts, I couldn't complete the last sections before leaving on holiday. So, while the information is getting out there much later than I intended, I hope the information is useful for the remainder of your summer plans. After tallying it up, I...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Vancouver Island View Bringing you ideas about the best ways to explore the island. I've updated several articles that will get you out and about. The first big update is to a bucket list article written several years ago. I changed it so much that, despite the same title, it may as well be a brand-new post. I also created a downloadable PDF to accompany the article so you can always access it. Click on the links below to read the posts. The Ultimate Vancouver Island Bucket List This list...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Vancouver Island View Bringing you ideas about the best ways to explore the island. Two weeks ago I sent out a link to the Oceanside Feature page asking for input. After many great suggestions, it's fully up and running with much more information added. I've also updated several articles that will get you out and about. Click on the links below to read more information. Sproat Lake Sproat Lake is a beautiful destination for outdoor activities and relaxation. Here are our favourite things to...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Vancouver Island View Bringing you ideas about the best ways to explore the island. Over the last six months, there have been many changes in the online world. Getting information and work out there to readers is becoming increasingly difficult unless you are willing to spend big bucks on advertising. This is especially true for Google and Instagram. The answer from many top dogs in the industry is to diversify. So, that's what I've done. You can now find Vancouver Island View on Flipboard....
3 months ago • 1 min read
Vancouver Island View Bringing you ideas about the best ways to explore the island. This newsletter showcases a unique company that caters to travellers wishing to explore Northern Vancouver Island, as well as a few other remote areas of Western Canada. Mosaic Earth Travel creates customized tours for those seeking meaningful cultural and immersive travel experiences. They get into the heart of the communities by connecting you with local experts and activities. If you wish to explore...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Vancouver Island View Bringing you ideas about the best ways to explore. I was away for 10 days touring the UK with my Mom. We saw so many amazing sights, and there are several places that I would love to return to again (a piece of my heart was left in Ireland). It was an incredible experience. But you know, when you get to live in a place like Vancouver Island, it's so easy to come home, and I welcomed my return. I was eager to get back to exploring the places around me. And that's exactly...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Vancouver Island View Bringing you ideas about the best ways to explore the island. Spring is synonymous with the start of the festival season on Vancouver Island. Below, you can read the fully updated article about the island's many upcoming art and garden tours and festivals. Members: April's hidden gem is up on the site. For anyone who loves walking through ancient forests (like me!), this one is for you. Fully Updated Art & Garden Tours and Festivals. Discover the many self-guided tours,...
5 months ago • 1 min read