If you need a place to stay, I stayed at the Strathcona Hotel - it's in the heart of downtown Victoria, has renovated rooms but the hotel still has the original historic charm & the price is great considering it's 2 blocks from the waterfront! You can save up to 40% off by signing Up for Plannin For free: plannin.com/hotel/b6826812-2668-4b64-b380-78aaf23ec99e?refId=03922abd-a09b-4de2-8440-b396deafebb5
so right, every Ai voice over video gets a thumb down from me. One of the top intel things to experience is the Ghost walk, the amount of history they will let you in on is crazy.
I came back from Victoria yesterday. I agree with you about foods are good. Foods are not cheap, but they serve good size portions and good quality foods. I want to explore Vancouver Island. Thank you for the video.
I grew up and still live in Victoria! I remember all throughout elementary and middle school we would have field trips to downtown and visit the museum, and China town. Such a lovely place to live. :)
@@tanmoybarai6089 By Canadian standards it's not at all cold in January - usually above freezing overnight. There are exceptions though - we had a few days of extreme cold, like -5C, a couple of weeks ago (Jan 24 or thereabouts) but the last few days have been in the range of +7C in the afternoon (Feb 4) Lots of people out on bikes.
I think, one of the most stunning things I didn't hear mentioned was the amazing street performers, and incredible outdoor free concerts. I saw Rankin Family, Colin James and more. Fringe festival, young violinists, Chloe and Michael, I still remember. So cool!!
@@anfaluxuspro.entertainment5452 Almost everything costs a bit more than you might expect. It costs money to transport goods to an island, so you gotta pay the "island tax" on everything. Learn to buy local! But it's also one of the most beautiful, energetic cities in Canada while still being relatively small. Summertime is super crazy with tourists if you live in a popular area, but it is also considered a "retirement town" for older people. Many young people come here for school, so downtown knows how to party if you want that. The only public transit is bus, but I'd say it's pretty efficient. (Too small to need a train.) It rains ALL winter, but huge amounts of snow are rare.
@@anfaluxuspro.entertainment5452 Start looking for accommodation well before you need it - housing you can afford is nearly impossible to find. That said, if you can find a place to live, there's nowhere better. I grew up in Victoria and didn't really appreciate how special it is until I moved to southern Californai for grad school. I couldn't wait to get back and now that I've managed that, I'm here for keeps.
Thanks for showing me around My Beautiful City....I have walked to all of these places many times. It was great to see Victoria through your eyes. It's an excellent representation of this beautiful city and all it has to offer. Kudos.
Thanks for sharing. I will be headed to Van Island in May 2024. Ticket is booked. I usually go to Victoria every year to visit good friends. this time around I am going up to Tofino to go surfing. I have never been surfing before so it should be epic. Then I will be going up to Campbell River to visit family and friends. My cousin is a fishing guide. Earlier this year I was up in Campbell River and I want on his boat and we caught three Link Cod. It was Epic.
Great video. I was born here and live here. A couple of things to also see are Hatley Castle and the garden grounds there, incredibly beautiful. Also there's a top floor restaurant on the 19th floor of The Chateau Victoria called Vista 18. It has great views of the whole city skyline and harbor. :D
We are visiting for a few days right now and sent this video to a friend in Nepal to show what it’s like here. I didn’t know about the castles. Thanks!
@@alysmalls Love your channel BTW - As someone who ONLY goes to Hawaii -- you have me thinking... My FAV condo in Kona used to be 200$(USD) a day... in 3 years it is just shy of 500$(USD) a day.... and it is very basic. If I may ask: What is your home base? You seem to have a Canadian accent.... but I may be out to lunch.
Not really a secret considering the place is completely overwhelmed with tourists every summer. But yes, it is truly beautiful. Source: I'm from Victoria.
I had a chance to visit this lovely and beautiful part of Canada, Victoria during second half of May 2019, although I stayed three days, two nights, still I remember the attractions and landmark I have visited, particularly the Butchart's Garden.. I am planning to visit it again next spring
Great video. Thanks for putting in the effort. I lot of great notes for our upcoming trip. I searched your channel for Vancouver as we'll be doing that city as well, but don't see one. I hope a Vancouver video is in the works.
Great video. There are lots more places to visit in and around Victoria. Dallas Road, centennial Square, Clover Point (especially when it's stormy). I was born in at the Jubilee Hospital and grew up at Ten Mile Point. I wish I still lived out there.
In a way, I wish the Mediterranean garden had more to it. Next time you go, it is by the parking lot, before the main gate. I finally located this garden. This is a nice garden for toddlers, as the paths are less populated, and there are wild bunnies and many birds! Thank you for your stellar video! I think it is the trees that make these gardens so remarkable.
Somehow you made a great vid showcasing this awesome small city...yet, still missed so much. I guess that fact validates further, how awesome it is. You'll have to go back and see some other spots!
Great video! I have a day in Victoria as part of a port stop and been having trouble figuring out what to do. I think i want to do the whale watch tour you mentioned
Great video! Heading there in November! Can’t wait! Looks beautiful, we are from Cape Breton, the other side of the country! We will be staying in Courtney! Should we book the ferry early at that time? What else should we book early? What is the name of the Seaplane company out of Comox that is best to use? Thanks in advance! Watched your video 3 times already, thank you!
We plan to visit Victoria again! I have been there 2 times but have not explored the beauty of city yet and the rest of Vancouver Island. We plan to stay at the Nanaimo and area.
One thing most travel people miss is visiting Government house. The lieutenant governor of B.C. House has many rose gardens and other theme gardens. House tours as well and all Free! Just down the street from Craigdarroch Castle
Were you at the Oswego Hotel on Friday evening, January 20? There was a couple standing near the entrance after a fire alarm went off. I’m staying here and watched your UA-cam video on Victoria. Thanks for all the excellent recommendations.
I know it is weird to ask because people have their own perspective and standard, but I would really want to ask those who have lived in both Victoria and Vancouver, which one do you honestly prefer and why? Thanks, I am asking because I am strongly consider about my future living
I've never lived in vancouver but I've visited and personally I would prefer victoria for the lifestyle and ability to see the island but vancouver for job opportunities and ability to see the rest of BC!
I was born and bred in Lanford, just outside of Victoria. And lived in Maple Ridge, just outside of Vancouver, for 12 years. I would say your choice depends on your preferences. Vancouver is a bigger city feel. Victoria is nice, but some people hate the ferry system you rely on when travelling off island. Personally, I prefer Vancouver Island, but wouldn't live right in Victoria. The surrounding bedroom communities have so much to offer when it comes to natural spaces. Hoping to move back one day, although real estate prices are prohibitive.
One of the beautiful cities of the world.........so much to see and do it would take hours to cover it........check it out you'll be glad you did...........
Really well done: 1. What was the cost of the whale watching trip, 2. How much live music and/or dance clubs exist? Do they only play on Fri/Sat or is it every night during high season?
I figured out a new breakfast item, 1 shot Jamesons, 1 beer (Blue Buck or Dark Lager) and 6 pieces of bacon, killer!!!! This video is amazing, nice work!!!!! Fan Tan Alley, the smallest and luckiest alley anywhere, shame she didn't check out Turntable records.
I have lived in the area all my life both and have never heard it called Victoria Island. Just wondering where you heard that. It may have been a joke.
If you need a place to stay, I stayed at the Strathcona Hotel - it's in the heart of downtown Victoria, has renovated rooms but the hotel still has the original historic charm & the price is great considering it's 2 blocks from the waterfront! You can save up to 40% off by signing Up for Plannin For free: plannin.com/hotel/b6826812-2668-4b64-b380-78aaf23ec99e?refId=03922abd-a09b-4de2-8440-b396deafebb5
What time of year did you visit?
Finally, no robotic voice over... a real person! ty
so right, every Ai voice over video gets a thumb down from me. One of the top intel things to experience is the Ghost walk, the amount of history they will let you in on is crazy.
I have the immense privilege of calling Victoria home for the last 13 years. It is wonderful.
We are thinking of immigrating to Victoria from South Africa.
@@nicolebenson4517 good luck
Retired in 2017 and moved here. The best place to be in the best country. So much to see and do!
I came back from Victoria yesterday. I agree with you about foods are good. Foods are not cheap, but they serve good size portions and good quality foods. I want to explore Vancouver Island. Thank you for the video.
From someone who is from Victoria, you did a great job presenting some of the highlights.
I have been to Victoria it was in 2005
I was studying English there .
It was the best times of my life ❤
Hi , Do you think it worth to study exchange program there for a year?
I grew up and still live in Victoria! I remember all throughout elementary and middle school we would have field trips to downtown and visit the museum, and China town. Such a lovely place to live. :)
Hi, can you give me a suggestion on whether it's a good idea to visit Victoria in January? Is it too much cold in January?
@@tanmoybarai6089
By Canadian standards it's not at all cold in January - usually above freezing overnight. There are exceptions though - we had a few days of extreme cold, like -5C, a couple of weeks ago (Jan 24 or thereabouts) but the last few days have been in the range of +7C in the afternoon (Feb 4) Lots of people out on bikes.
I think, one of the most stunning things I didn't hear mentioned was the amazing street performers, and incredible outdoor free concerts. I saw Rankin Family, Colin James and more. Fringe festival, young violinists, Chloe and Michael, I still remember. So cool!!
Born in Victoria. Never knew how lucky I am! ❤️
I'm thinking about going to school for higher studies in Victoria... any suggestions
@@anfaluxuspro.entertainment5452 Almost everything costs a bit more than you might expect. It costs money to transport goods to an island, so you gotta pay the "island tax" on everything. Learn to buy local!
But it's also one of the most beautiful, energetic cities in Canada while still being relatively small.
Summertime is super crazy with tourists if you live in a popular area, but it is also considered a "retirement town" for older people. Many young people come here for school, so downtown knows how to party if you want that.
The only public transit is bus, but I'd say it's pretty efficient. (Too small to need a train.)
It rains ALL winter, but huge amounts of snow are rare.
@@anfaluxuspro.entertainment5452
Start looking for accommodation well before you need it - housing you can afford is nearly impossible to find.
That said, if you can find a place to live, there's nowhere better. I grew up in Victoria and didn't really appreciate how special it is until I moved to southern Californai for grad school. I couldn't wait to get back and now that I've managed that, I'm here for keeps.
Thanks for showing me around My Beautiful City....I have walked to all of these places many times. It was great to see Victoria through your eyes. It's an excellent representation of this beautiful city and all it has to offer. Kudos.
Thanks for sharing. I will be headed to Van Island in May 2024. Ticket is booked. I usually go to Victoria every year to visit good friends. this time around I am going up to Tofino to go surfing. I have never been surfing before so it should be epic. Then I will be going up to Campbell River to visit family and friends. My cousin is a fishing guide. Earlier this year I was up in Campbell River and I want on his boat and we caught three Link Cod. It was Epic.
Living in Kelowna now, but you made me so homesick. I need to move back to my beautiful Victoria. Thanks for this.
I love how much places like victoria embrace their british roots
Just visited Victoria, so beautiful island, and massive , , buchard garden is so beautiful, worth the ticket
Loved that you flipped for the Mahoney! And Quazar’s. 👍 so many more things to see here!
I can't wait to go back!!
I lived across the street from Fan Tan Alley! Such a great location. Victoria is amazing! 😊🙌
Great video. I was born here and live here. A couple of things to also see are Hatley Castle and the garden grounds there, incredibly beautiful. Also there's a top floor restaurant on the 19th floor of The Chateau Victoria called Vista 18. It has great views of the whole city skyline and harbor. :D
Awesome, I'll look those up for next time, thank you
You're absolutely correct. Sadly!!
We are visiting for a few days right now and sent this video to a friend in Nepal to show what it’s like here. I didn’t know about the castles. Thanks!
Thanks for this video. I'll be taking an Alaskan cruise this summer that will have a port call in Victoria.
No one ever calls it "Victoria Island..." In my 5+ decades here... never heard that - tourists maybe...
Welcome to UA-cam SEO 😉
@@alysmalls Love your channel BTW - As someone who ONLY goes to Hawaii -- you have me thinking...
My FAV condo in Kona used to be 200$(USD) a day... in 3 years it is just shy of 500$(USD) a day.... and it is very basic.
If I may ask: What is your home base?
You seem to have a Canadian accent.... but I may be out to lunch.
I'm Canadian yes :)
When I moved from Victoria to Edmonton, many edmontonians called it Victoria Island. Quite irritating 😂
I’m in Calgary and yeah, I have NEVER heard that. It’s weird.
This video is great! It's not easy to find all that information with this clarity. It will be very helpful to me! Thank you! Hugs from Brazil!
Thanks Marcelo :)
My favourite place, Fisherman's and Parlament Building, Simply, the best!!!
I spent a few years in this city. It's the best kept secret in Canada and the most beautiful by far!!
Not really a secret considering the place is completely overwhelmed with tourists every summer. But yes, it is truly beautiful.
Source: I'm from Victoria.
I had a chance to visit this lovely and beautiful part of Canada, Victoria during second half of May 2019, although I stayed three days, two nights, still I remember the attractions and landmark I have visited, particularly the Butchart's Garden.. I am planning to visit it again next spring
Great video - thank you! I’m trying to convince my hubs that it’d be a good spot for our next family vacay. 🤞🏽
When did you film this video? Awesome video. I can't wait to visit Victoria again.
This was in September
Thanks for sharing this video. I will go Victoria in August 🌹. It is so many information for me~ I am super excited. From South Korea 😊
Have a great time!
thx 4 this wonderful video - with greetings from Germany.
Thanks. I love Vancouver but Victoria never came to mind till now!
Great video. Thanks for putting in the effort. I lot of great notes for our upcoming trip. I searched your channel for Vancouver as we'll be doing that city as well, but don't see one. I hope a Vancouver video is in the works.
Great video. There are lots more places to visit in and around Victoria. Dallas Road, centennial Square, Clover Point (especially when it's stormy). I was born in at the Jubilee Hospital and grew up at Ten Mile Point. I wish I still lived out there.
Victoria very elegant, fun and British overtones !! Totally stunning 😊
Gosh, I haven’t been to Victoria since 2010. How time flies! Love BC and of course Canada 🇨🇦 ❤️
Thank you for the tour. You have a lovely voice and you make me want to go back there and see a few places that I missed. 😊
In a way, I wish the Mediterranean garden had more to it. Next time you go, it is by the parking lot, before the main gate. I finally located this garden. This is a nice garden for toddlers, as the paths are less populated, and there are wild bunnies and many birds!
Thank you for your stellar video! I think it is the trees that make these gardens so remarkable.
Really enjoyed watching your video! We just moved to Van Island so we will have to try it all out❤ thanks!
Really enjoyed this one Aly, makes me want to book a flight to Canada🙂
I lived there for a season and I really had the timed of my life. I miss that piece but I promise to go back one day! 🫶🏼
Somehow you made a great vid showcasing this awesome small city...yet, still missed so much. I guess that fact validates further, how awesome it is. You'll have to go back and see some other spots!
Victoria Such a beautiful place to live
Thanks for Nice video 😊
Great video! I have a day in Victoria as part of a port stop and been having trouble figuring out what to do. I think i want to do the whale watch tour you mentioned
Missed the Hot tub boats by the pickle boat base. darn. Lol!
Great video! Heading there in November! Can’t wait! Looks beautiful, we are from Cape Breton, the other side of the country! We will be staying in Courtney! Should we book the ferry early at that time? What else should we book early? What is the name of the Seaplane company out of Comox that is best to use? Thanks in advance! Watched your video 3 times already, thank you!
I am your fan watching channel ! good place for tourism I will share for my friend as well!
Yes, Victoria is a very cool west coast city.
Nice to visit. You can’t afford to live here. If you’re driving, drive down Pandora Street from Cook Street into town. It’s a sight to see.
We plan to visit Victoria again! I have been there 2 times but have not explored the beauty of city yet and the rest of Vancouver Island. We plan to stay at the Nanaimo and area.
Great video! J.2008 im Lac La Hace, Vankuver, Viktoria, Buchart Garden...Bjutiful..❤❤❤
Another great place to have fish n chips is Willows Galley in Estevan village.
Very beautiful Victoria,Canada 🍁
Victoria BC is the perfect place to eat and relax and work and live 🎉2024
Great video. We're going in Mid December, hopefully it's not crazy cold!!
Thanks - Very helpful. Gonna be heading there this summer for 3 weeks!
Wonderful Things
At the 6:58 is that the "Bard and Bank" because I would definitely put it on my "to visit list". Thanks
yes
Thank you. Just have to hitch my wagon!@@alysmalls
thanks for the great vid! reminds me to take a walk in my own neighbourhood!
One thing most travel people miss is visiting Government house. The lieutenant governor of B.C. House has many rose gardens and other theme gardens. House tours as well and all Free! Just down the street from Craigdarroch Castle
Yes, I featured the rose garden in the video ☺️
What time of year were you there? Thanks for this well done video.
Most beautiful victoria❤
Wow, Victoria, British Columbia is really beautiful 😍👍
When were you on the island Ally? Victoria will always be home for me.
September
Love Aly’s smile 😊😊😊
So Beautiful city
Never had the chance to go to Canada before but I’d love to go!
Hopefully one day soon!
@@alysmalls Are you Yank or Canuck?
it's not that great, l0l......
Were you at the Oswego Hotel on Friday evening, January 20? There was a couple standing near the entrance after a fire alarm went off. I’m staying here and watched your UA-cam video on Victoria. Thanks for all the excellent recommendations.
No we weren't
Great video! I will go to Vancouver on July, so I will spend some time on the island.
I like your video! Love.
Awesome video Aly!! Your best yet.
Thanks, glad you liked it!
I remember thinking Victoria was unreal like Disneyland now that ive lived here for 30+ years it really is beautiful place!
Beautiful! 😍
Thank you for your video. That was helpful.
I like your English and explaination
Lovely city! Good video, thankyou!
Hii, thank you for the video, really helpful! Would you recommend booking a car to visit Victoria leaving from Vancouver? Is it worth it?
what month did you go? I would love to do the whale watching and want to make sure it's the right months to see the orcas. ty
Awesome 😎👍
My visiting video will follow little different beautiful individuals local masterpieces
Nice and quality video and i really enjoyed
What time of year/month was this video filmed? Thank you!
Thanks for the great video. Which is your favorite country to travel in between Canada the USA and Mexico?
Hmm hard question to answer - they all offer a different experience and type of trip!
Great video Aly!
Thanks Kenny!
I know it is weird to ask because people have their own perspective and standard, but I would really want to ask those who have lived in both Victoria and Vancouver, which one do you honestly prefer and why? Thanks, I am asking because I am strongly consider about my future living
I've never lived in vancouver but I've visited and personally I would prefer victoria for the lifestyle and ability to see the island but vancouver for job opportunities and ability to see the rest of BC!
I was born and bred in Lanford, just outside of Victoria. And lived in Maple Ridge, just outside of Vancouver, for 12 years. I would say your choice depends on your preferences. Vancouver is a bigger city feel. Victoria is nice, but some people hate the ferry system you rely on when travelling off island. Personally, I prefer Vancouver Island, but wouldn't live right in Victoria. The surrounding bedroom communities have so much to offer when it comes to natural spaces. Hoping to move back one day, although real estate prices are prohibitive.
It depends on your age. More younger people (20-45) prefers living in Vancouver. Victoria is more suited for retirees.
Born and lived in Victoria, but I did spend about 3 years in Vancouver. I couldn't wait to get back to the slower pace of Victoria.
Vancouver is big and city like---Victoria is small and very un city like
Great and informative video, 👍
we love to live in victoria
You can see the water taxi ballet from the delta hotel ..
Thank you so much for this video this video so helpful planning trip
One of the beautiful cities of the world.........so much to see and do it would take hours to cover it........check it out you'll be glad you did...........
Really well done: 1. What was the cost of the whale watching trip, 2. How much live music and/or dance clubs exist? Do they only play on Fri/Sat or is it every night during high season?
You clearly have internet and know how to use it. Try Google. It can answer all of your questions.
VICTORIA ISLAND LOOK VERY BEAUTIFUL PLACE NICE VIEW
ENJOYED WATCHING VHERE MY FREIND
GOOD MORNING STAR AND FINISH VIDIO
Would anyone consider Victoria to be like Christchurch, NZ? Seems similar in their English-feel and slower pace life.
All so nice.
I figured out a new breakfast item, 1 shot Jamesons, 1 beer (Blue Buck or Dark Lager) and 6 pieces of bacon, killer!!!! This video is amazing, nice work!!!!! Fan Tan Alley, the smallest and luckiest alley anywhere, shame she didn't check out Turntable records.
I would love to make a part 2!
@@alysmalls Please do, there are places you missed. Shame Floyd's Diner on Quadra street is no more.
great video!
I have lived in the area all my life both and have never heard it called Victoria Island. Just wondering where you heard that. It may have been a joke.
Is it best to fly there or take a boat?
❤ Victoria canada😊
Which hotel you recommend for victoria?
I was born and raised in Victoria. It has changed a lot but is still worth a visit. Can’t afford to live there. Oh well
GG on winning the mahoney!✌
No trip to Victoria is complete without visiting Big Bad Johns!! haha
Hi! How many days would you recommend is a good amount of time to visit all these places/ explore Victoria? Thanks! :)
3 days would be good
@@alysmalls any hotel recommendations as well? TY!