Until recently, I'd never heard of Victoria, a small city on an island off the west coast of Canada. Because I know friends there, I travelled to this faraway destination. Now, I'm suddenly seeing references to Victoria everywhere.
The New York Times travel section just published a big spread on Victoria and my favorite motorcycle magazine (Rider) describes riding a motorcycle through the place.
Now that Victoria is on my radar, I'm "seeing" these articles. If I hadn't gone, they probably would have passed beneath my notice. Which is a reason to get off our butt and travel -- it opens our eyes to the world!
I'm so glad you liked our fair city! One day you need to come back by bike and see the rest of the island, it is stunning!
ReplyDeleteI plan to. I want to ride my motorcycle to Torino!
DeleteHey, we're also the "Hipster Capital of Canada", according to this article! https://www.movehub.com/blog/the-hipster-index/
ReplyDeleteVictoria is really well-known all over the world - you'll be stunned at all the references to it, now that you are attuned to it. :)
Agreed with Dar, you would LOVE driving all over the island here.
Good reason to return!
DeleteBroadening our horizons is what travel is all about.
ReplyDeleteThere are so many wonderful spots on Vancouver Island to discover outside of Victoria. The island itself is quite large.
Suzanne
I noticed! Almost 300 miles long and 60 miles across. Lots to explore there.
DeleteIt sounds like a wonderful place and, now that you've got such a great introduction to it by Sheila, perfect for a bike trip next time you visit! xxx
ReplyDeleteYup!
DeleteWhen will you come and visit??? Always a room waiting for you here!! I'll take you shopping AND out to the west coast forest.... how bout this summer my friend???
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