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Earbud Escape to Victoria

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Travel experts, food experts and more. Discover Victoria, BC through captivating podcasts, packed with expert insights, insider tips and hidden gems that will inspire your next unforgettable journey to Victoria.

A view across the Inner Harbour at the BC Parliament Buildings in Victoria, BC

Armchair Explorer

In this episode the Armchair Explorer heads to Victoria, BC to explore the place where land and sea meet, and cultures converge. In this episode you'll explore highlights such as snorkeling in an underwater kelp forest, hearing what it's like to see orcas and humpback whales in the world, discovering the tallest totem pole and the narrowest street in Canada, and much more, while meeting locals like Alan Bruce from The Pedaler Cycling Tours and Rentals, Nik Coutinho from Prince of Whales, and Amanda Swiminer from Dakini Tidal Wilds.

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A view down Fan Tan Alley, North America's narrowest street, in Victoria, BC

Amateur Traveler

Join Chris Christensen as he returns to one of the first cities he ever visited outside the U.S.—Victoria, British Columbia. In this solo episode, Chris recounts a week-long press trip to Vancouver Island's picturesque capital. From kayaking and whale watching to historic Chinatown, local farms, and world-renowned gardens, discover why Victoria is more than just a pretty harbor town.

After arriving via Victoria International Airport, the trip kicks off with a walking tour of North America’s second-oldest Chinatown, led by Discover the Past. Chris explores the cultural legacy of Chinese-Canadians, visits the rare Tam Kung Temple, and strolls Fan Tan Alley, learning about the community’s resilience and spiritual heritage.

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A person holds up a chocolate and vanilla ice cream cone at Better Acres Ice Cream in Victoria, BC

This is Taste

This is Taste headed out of the studio to visit Victoria, British Columbia, to check out the food and drink scene and report back on my findings. Join This is Taste as they speak with Andrea Alridge, the chef at a terrific new restaurant, and Lori Joyce, owner of truly unique ice cream shop, .

Victoria rests on the naturally stunning Vancouver Island and is located a short ferry ride from Vancouver and Seattle. On their trip, This is Taste found amazing coffee, fine dining, a historic botanical garden, and fresh seafood around every corner. Throughout the episode, Aliza and Matt also catch up to talk about some of the highlights of the visit.

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Download Victoria's Vacation Guide

Destination Greater Victoria is honoured to be based on the traditional territory of the Lekwungen-speaking peoples of the Songhees Nation and Xwsepsum Nation, whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.