Unlike other daunting, long-winded travel books, our travel guides are simple, short, easy to read, full color guides written for the family in mind. They are written for busy people who don't have the time to sift through pages and pages of information to plan that perfect trip. They are meant to fit easily into a travel bag, purse or glove compartment of a vehicle. They cover key information that will make your trip planning easy like must have apps for your phone, where to get food, and how to get around. Plus a sample itinerary that you can follow to make it super easy! The Ultimate Victoria travel guide highlights all the iconic sites. It is full of activities that are divided into four different sections including: 1) Iconic Victoria sites including like Butchart Gardens, Fisgard lighthouse, the Inner harbour, Empress Hotel and many more, 2) Castles and Historic Homes 3) Must-see beaches and 4) Family Fun Activities like whale watching, Victoria Butterfly Gardens, Sailing, Mini golf and more! Also included are some of our favorite places to eat, awesome places for treats including ice cream and a few amazing coffee shops. The detailed itinerary plans out two fantastic weeks in and around Victoria to make the most of your vacation. It is written up with suggested activities for each day complete with full details including helpful advice like drive times and costs. Photos are also included. There are many activity options so you can completely customize your experience and swap in and out activities as you see fit. Activities include spending the day in Oak Bay, hiking to nearby waterfalls, taking a stroll along the famous Dallas drive along the ocean, visiting stunning beaches, whale watching, touring historic homes and much more. Kids will love Beacon Hill park with the children's farm, playgrounds and spray parks. This Vancouver Island travel guide is for families and couples looking to fill their days with fun adventures and relaxing beach time. Guide overview What to know before you go: Calls attention to key information you need to plan for before going to Costa Rica like finding out vaccination requirements, local hospital and clinic information and what travel insurance is required for the activities you participate in. General Information: An overview of the types of accommodations, transportation and best spots to pick up a few groceries and snacks. Must Have Apps: Listed are apps that will help with navigation to and on the trails. Iconic Victoria Sites: Covers twelve must-see spots like the famous Butchart Gardens, Fisgard Lighthouse, Inner Harbour, the Empress Hotel, Chinatown, a spectacular ocean walk right in the city, The Malahat Skywalk and more. With so many sites to see, there is something for everyone making Victoria a city you'll want to visit again and again. Castles and Historic Houses: If you're a history buff, Victoria is the perfect city for you! Home to two castles and cool historic homes including Emily Carr's childhood home (famous Canadian painter and author), you will be right in your element. Must-see Beaches: There is a lot of variety in Victoria's beaches from wide open sandy beaches to calm protected bays, small pebbled beaches, and warm wilderness lakes. Victoria is surrounded by beautiful beaches on three sides so if it's windy and rough on one side, you'll likely find calm water on another side. So many beaches to discover in Victoria! We 3 cover hidden beaches that only the locals know about! Family Fun Activities: From sailing, whale watching, a sea plane tour, to the cool Victoria Butterfly Gardens, the family activities to do in Victoria are plentiful. We cover a mix of activities to give you lots of options for a well-rounded experience. Visit our website at www.adventurecampitelli.com for your free customizable Travel itinerary template.