Oceanfront ambience
Nanaimo is blessed with attractions that would astound any visitor
When it comes to visiting Nanaimo, it’s near impossible to choose just one must-see area. Chelsea Barr is the marketing and communications specialist for the Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation, and she has specified three essential stops for visitors.
North Nanaimo is famous for its shopping centres (such as Woodgrove, Nanaimo North Town Centre and Country Club Centre Mall.) It also has oceanfront parks and lake activities, not to mention some top dining options available.
“A local favourite is Longwood Brew Pub,” said Barr, “where Saturday tours are offered and Sunday they host the only buffet brunch available in Nanaimo.”
Neck Point Park is also located in this area, boasting lookout points, clam digging, and warm water that is perfect for swimming and windsurfing.
Downtown Nanaimo is another popular stop, with specialty shops, ferry access to Provincial Marine Park and Gabriola Island, a waterfront walkway and Canada's only floating pub and restaurant, the Dinghy Dock. You can also take in some live entertainment, fish, kayak or go snorkelling with the harbour seals.
For a change of pace, take a trip out to Cedar and Yellow Point. This rural area is home to several farms and artisans.
“Twice a year this area's crafters open their barns, garages and living rooms to guests,” said Barr, “for a self-guided tour of over 30 locations selling everything from art, pottery and tinctures, to mosaic and woodwork.”
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Chemainus, BCA year-round friendly RV lifestyle
Chemainus Garden offers a full ownership park model home lifestyle. Starting from $79,900 you can enjoy an affordable lifestyle of freedom and fun where you know your neighbours and feel secure. We are located in the town of Chemainus, a small oceanside community between Nanaimo and Victoria. Chemainus Garden brings you the charm of country living with the amenities of the city. Enjoy shopping, dining, entertainment and many natural wonders. There are more than 110 sunny RV sites available. In addition, we are pleased to offer extended stay, nightly RV sites and group camping. You will find a recreation hall, pool (2012) laundromat, playground, showers, wifi and 50-amp electrical outlets.
Chemainus Garden RV Resort Ltd.www.chemainusgarden.com
Black Creek, BCYour year-round natural choice destination!
It's no wonder 80% of our clientele are repeat customers. Not only are our RV park, cabin and marina facilities second-to-none, but we also offer resources catering to local activities such as golfing, fishing, hiking, sailing, diving, mountain biking, skiing/snowboarding and much more! Our RV park can accommodate everyone. 201 fully serviced and spacious sites allow you to choose between family or adult oriented areas. Tenting sites are also available with power and water only. We have a wide variety of activities available. Take a dip in our heated outdoor swimming pool, play a game of tennis, volleyball, bocci, or horseshoes, or maybe a round of golf.
Pacific Playgrounds Internationalwww.pacificplaygrounds.com-
Fort Nelson, BC
Welcome to our world
Fort Nelson is situated at the historic Mile 300 of the Alaska Highway. This vibrant region offers a wide range of amenities including: quality accommodation options (hotel/motel, bed & breakfasts, camping and RV sites), a full assortment of stores and businesses to satisfy your shopping and service needs, recreation facilities (full-facility golf course, indoor aquatic centre, bowling alley, racquetball and tennis courts, arena and curling rink), and cultural and event facilities (museum, performing arts/movie theatre, library). Visit this beautiful area to seek excitement, relaxation or business opportunity - it's all here waiting for you.
Town Of Fort Nelson And The Northern Rockieswww.tourismnorthernrockies.ca
Vancouver, BCWestern Canada's Premier RV Camping Network
Established in 1983, Holiday Trails Resorts is Western Canada's premier RV camping network, with campgrounds in BC, Alberta and Washington. Our network is open for the enjoyment of both members and the general public. We offer full service sites, heated pools, hot tubs, clubhouses, WiFi, restaurants, playgrounds, access to local attractions and scenic settings. New for 2011, Sunshine Valley RV Resort Cabins near Hope, BC features 10 deluxe, fully furnished camping cabins for those without an RV. Also offered are 110 full service RV sites and a 17,000 square foot clubhouse with all the amenities.
Holiday Trails Resortswww.htr.ca
Nanaimo, BCLand of the Living Forest
For the fifth consecutive year, RVwest readers have voted Living Forest medal status as one of their favourite privately owned and operated campgrounds in B.C. or as favourite RV snowbirding destination in B.C. Centrally located on Vancouver Island near Nanaimo, this 53-acre waterfront campground is close to many attractions—such as the Nanaimo harbour, malls, ferries and main highways. Campground features include full-service RV sites, ocean views, 30- and 50-amp sites, WiFi, gourmet coffee bar with a view, sewer hookups, sani-dump, cable, tenting areas, laundromat and games room—along with many outdoor activities. Whether you're planning a summer or winter getaway to Vancouver Island, make Living Forest Oceanside Campground your destination.
Living Forest Oceanside Campground & Rvwww.livingforest.com
Parksville, BCEnjoy an oceanfront RV resort with amenities galore!
Our spectacular oceanfront RV membership resort has fantastic amenities, including a clubhouse, pool and hot tub. Members enjoy the security and privacy of a gated community within walking distance of Parksville's commercial centre, restaurants and a wide variety of leisure activities. From your home base at Surfside RV Resort you can experience all manner of activities in the surrounding areas. Surfside finds you dropped right in the middle of some of the most beautiful and engaging scenery in the world. From golf to saltwater fishing, nature hikes to skiing, there is always something to do! Visitors with full hook-up RVs are welcome year round. Advance reservations are recommended.
Surfside RV Resortwww.surfside.bc.ca
Parksville, BCYour family friendly RV park on Parksville's most beautiful beach!
Set amongst spectacular scenery, Park Sands Beach Resort has been serving the recreational traveller for over 90 years and is located on what many consider to be the best stretch of beach in the area. Park Sands is a quiet, family-oriented RV park, situated on the sandy shores of Parksville Bay. Families have been coming here for generations, to enjoy what many say is one of the best vacation beaches in Canada. Park Sands has 96 RV sites, 40 with concrete pads. Full and partial hookups are available featuring 50, 30 or 15 amp service and cable TV. We can accomodate RVs up to 40 feet in length.
Park Sands Beach Resortwww.parksands.com
Feel safe on all your RV journeys
At the British Columbia Safety Authority, we keep people safe. As the province's delegated authority, we promote the safe installation and use of technical equipment. We are a not-for-profit organization that administers safety standards through education, and through issuing permits and licences. We also promote compliance to standards to ensure consistency and fairness, and conduct onsite inspections - particularly in high-risk situations. We continuously research trends to advance the standard of safe practices in our province. When you are travelling in your RV, be sure that you know about propane safety. Our staff team and informative website can help you feel secure on all your journeys.
BC Safety Authoritywww.safetyauthority.ca
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Events
- River Market at Westminster Quay Wine release at Westminster Quay Tuesday, April 24, 2012
- Creston, British Columbia Creston Valley Blossom Festival May 18 - 21, 2012
- Lund, British Columbia Annual Lund Shellfish Festival May 25 - 27, 2012




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