How to Find Luxury Hotels in Victoria, Canada

Victoria is indisputably one of the most beautiful places in Canada. The temperate climate allows northern rain forests to remain green all year long and the oceanfront vistas are breathtaking.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• British Columbia provincial highway and city of Victoria maps.
• A computer with Internet access.

Know Your Destination

1. Cross the straits on a ferry. Passengers travel by water between Victoria and the British Columbia mainland on a regular basis. Getting around Victoria and Vancouver Island is part of the fun of being here. Luxury accommodations are available only minutes away from the docks.

2. Sightsee Canada's most luxurious forests and crystal-clear lakes. Travel by car, sea or air to spot whales and panoramic horizons.

Find Your Way Around Victoria, Canada

3. Fly into the Victoria International Airport, one of Canada's busiest. A shuttle will take you to your hotel where you can unwind from the flight.

4. Rent a mountain bike and take in the country air. Experienced and novice bikers will both enjoy the city's numerous trails. Find a nearby inn for the perfect jump-off point to a wonderful ride.

5. Soar the skies in a floatplane. Look for surfacing whales or just take in the scenery. You'll also be able to spot points of interest near where you are staying.

Find Luxury Accommodations in Victoria, Canada

6. To book accommodations, contact Tourism Victoria at [phone] or visit the Web site (see Resources below). Select luxury accommodations based on the location of the annual Victoria Military Music Festival. Enjoy the festive atmosphere and selection of bands.

7. Reserve seaside accommodations and spend the day on the water. You could even charter a fishing boat. The skipper will supply all the fishing gear you will need to catch huge halibut and salmon. These fish easily reach up to 50 or 60 pounds.

8. Book a room in one of Victoria's five-star hotels in February to experience the Victoria Festival of Wine, Music and Food. Celebrations occur throughout the city. Ask your concierge for specific details.

9. Golf your way through an afternoon and choose to stay in luxury accommodations near Victoria's golf courses. Professional-class greens and ample room is available to visitors with an urge to tee off.

10. Travel through history and choose a luxury hotel room near the Royal BC Museum. There are numerous displays, including a fascinating study of the original native people who once inhabited the area.

11. Enjoy Victoria's selection of bed and breakfasts. A relaxing walk by the sea at sunset will help you unwind from the busy day.