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Malahat Summit View Point - Vancouver Island
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EXPLORING VANCOUVER ISLAND

Hans and I arrived Monday June 2, by Ferry to VANCOUVER ISLAND. Places we visited were Victoria, then North on Highway 1 to Cowichan Bay, Duncan and Chemainus, then west on Highway 4 to Port Alberni and Tofino. We then backtracked Highway 4 to Parksville and Nanaimo where we took the Ferry back to the Mainland. Although we only explored the southern half of Vancouver Island, what we saw and experienced was just fantastic.

  • Last visit to Vancouver Island: Jun 2003
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Totem in front of Info Centre - Vancouver Island PARKSVILLE----INFO CENTRE Things to Do (10)

Drop in to the VISITOR INFO CENTRE and the staff will help you find a place to stay. A range of accommodations close to... more travel advice

Sunset in Parksville - Vancouver Island PARKSVILLE --- COMMUNITY PARK Things to Do (10)

The centrally located COMMUNITY PARK in Parksville which separates the shopping area of town from the water, is home to... more travel advice

Paradise Motel brochure - Vancouver Island AN ECONOMICAL STAY IN PARKSVILLE Hotels (3)

Wednesday, June 4, Hans and I decided to stay overnight in Parksville. We picked the PARADISE SEA SHELL MOTEL because of... more travel advice

Harbour Area of TOfino - Vancouver Island VISIT TOFINO'S HARBOUR Things to Do (10)

From the Harbour, you have wonderful views of the surrounding islands. Also in the Harbour area are places where you... more travel advice

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    Yaqui's Profile Photo
    Nov 30, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    The murals are wonderful. The cathedral groves and the drift wood on Long Beach is so neat. Wonderful page and I enjoyed reading it!

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    Regina1965's Profile Photo
    Oct 26, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    I cannot wait to visit Victoria, Lori, thanks for the tips, and it will be lovely meeting you and Hansi in Seattle :D

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    evaanna's Profile Photo
    Jul 3, 2009 at 4:42 AM

    Lovely page on this scenic island. The City of Totems sounds really worth visiting as does the Cathedral Grove. I hope the bears keep to their own paths, as do those in the Tatras here and you don't often meet them.

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    jumpingnorman's Profile Photo
    Jun 15, 2009 at 5:27 AM

    This City of Totems looks so familiar...the twins would love this! My son gets more scared though..Nice tip on bears...I don't think I can act "dead" though! I'll try to ROAR him away..

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    tiabunna's Profile Photo
    Oct 24, 2008 at 2:57 AM

    I enjoyed visiting Vancouver Island through your page, Lori. We didn't get as far as you, but it was impressive and your page has helped to bring it back.

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    Kuznetsov_Sergey's Profile Photo
    May 13, 2008 at 10:43 AM

    I liked tips about the MacMillan Park- Cathedral Grove. Forest giants more than 800 years old impress a lot! Now I know what to do if I meet a bear somewhere, ha-ha... Thanks Lori for the virtual tour!

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    Nemorino's Profile Photo
    Mar 22, 2008 at 4:01 PM

    Interesting tips. I'd love to see the totem poles and the 800-year-old Douglas Firs.

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    ricky52's Profile Photo
    Aug 17, 2007 at 3:39 AM

    Doing some R & D for friends who are going to Vancouver next year. Great info. See ya in Germany.

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    starship's Profile Photo
    Aug 16, 2007 at 12:20 PM

    Nice page to visit once again, Lori. I'd like to see Vancouver Island again!

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    traveldave's Profile Photo
    May 28, 2007 at 10:52 AM

    Never knew much about Vancouver Island. Looks like a great place with spectacular scenery. Hope you have a great time in Greece.

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