Canadian Vacations
Vancouver Island Vacation

Considering Canadian vacations? A Vancouver Island vacation MUST be in the equation! This magnificent island is a hidden jewel, just waiting to be discovered!

And, to be sure, you will never forget your experience--once you’ve discovered Vancouver Island!

But, before you pack your bags, there are a few things that you’ll need to learn. We’ll help you get ready--so that your Vancouver Island vacation will be the most unforgettable experience you’ve ever had! And your homework will NOT be work--it will be fun!

So, let’s get started...

About Vancouver Island

• Map of Vancouver Island - Here is a general map of the island. People usually divide it (loosely) into regions - southern (including Victoria), Sunshine Coast (beaches on the eastern side of the island, north island (very quiet and less populated), east island (huge waves for surfing and not very crowded) and mid island (mountains in the interior--where you can go skiing).

• Vancouver Island Maps and Books - Here's a great selection of Vancouver Island maps and books to help you plan the vacation of a lifetime! Do your homework now, so that you won't miss anything when you get here...

• Vancouver Island History - Knowing the history will help you understand more about why the island is the way it is--today.

• Vancouver Island Geography - What are you looking for? Beautiful mountains, beaches, a rain forest or marshes? Know where to find it...

• Fast Facts Information on Vancouver Island - some of the information you’ll need before coming to the island.

• Weather Vancouver Island - a general description about our island’s weather, by region. Helpful for deciding WHEN to come!

• Vancouver Island Weather - What’s the weather, right now? Go here to find out.

• Canadian National Holidays - There’s nothing worse than going on vacation--only to find that EVERYTHING is closed! Or, on the other hand, are there any Canadian holidays that you would like to celebrate here? Learn about the Canadian public holidays.

• Vancouver Island Videos - Of course you’ll want to see what things on Vancouver Island look like. View these videos to see what great Canadian vacations can be like...

• Vancouver Island Pictures - Ditto. Some of the best moments of Canadian vacations are captured in pictures!

• Vancouver Island Tourism - Where can you go to get the official tourist information?

• Canadian Customs Regulations - if you are coming from a country outside Canada, then you will need to know what the Canadian customs officials will expect...

• Get ready to see a Cadborosaurus - I’ve saved the best for last. This is our version of the Loch Ness Monster. And, believe it or not, there have been over 200 sightings in the last couple years! Bring your camera--just in case you’re the next...

So, if you first get an overview of Vancouver Island, then you’ll be ready to move on and explore specific regions.

You can approach your discovery in a couple of ways. What do you like to do when on holiday? Explore by activities or attractions.

Or, if you prefer, explore by region, based on whether you like to stay close to the sea--or mountains!

No matter what you love, you are sure to find it on Vancouver Island. And, if you learn about the island now, you will be sure to have many wonderful Canadian vacations here.

How do I know? Once you’ve been here--you’ll be back!

Canadian Vacations to Discover Vancouver Island