What Visiting Nanaimo Actually Feels Like Compared to Other Island Cities
My honest take on Nanaimo after multiple island trips: where it shines, where it frustrates, and how it truly compares to places like Victoria and smaller island towns.
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Nanaimo vs Victoria for Travelers. Which City Offers More Value
After visiting both Nanaimo and Victoria on multiple trips, I break down costs, vibe, convenience and hidden tradeoffs to see which offers better value.
Choosing Between Staying in Nanaimo or Parksville for Your Trip
I stayed in both Nanaimo and Parksville on the same Vancouver Island trip. Here is how they really compare on cost, beaches, convenience and overall vibe.
A Day Exploring Nanaimo Step by Step From Ferry Arrival to Sunset
An honest, firsthand account of spending one full day in Nanaimo, from ferry arrival to sunset, including waterfront walks, parks, food, and trade offs.
Is Victoria BC Worth Visiting Compared to Other Canadian Coastal Cities
Weigh Victoria, British Columbia against Canada’s other coastal cities. From climate and culture to access and costs, here is how it really compares.
9 Reasons Strathcona Provincial Park Is One of BC’s Best Wilderness Destinations
From glacier-carved peaks to serene alpine lakes, discover nine compelling reasons Strathcona Provincial Park is one of British Columbia’s finest wilderness escapes.
Spending a Day in Victoria BC From Morning Harbor Walk to Evening Views
My honest, first-person account of cramming Victoria, BC into one day, from Inner Harbour strolls to sunset viewpoints and what I’d do differently.
Victoria BC vs Nanaimo as a Base for Exploring Vancouver Island
After using both Victoria and Nanaimo as bases to explore Vancouver Island, I compare costs, logistics, atmosphere, and who each city really suits.
9 Reasons Port Hardy Is a True Wilderness Destination
On the remote northern tip of Vancouver Island, Port Hardy rewards travelers with wild coasts, deep forests, rich Indigenous culture, and serious off‑grid adventure.
Lake Ontario Overview: Waterfront Cities, Nature, and Attractions
Discover Lake Ontario’s shoreline, from Toronto’s evolving waterfront to quiet harbors, parks, islands and the new Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary.
6 Local Experiences and Tours to Book Around Duncan BC
Discover eight authentic local tours and experiences around Duncan, BC, from totem walks and wine country to river trails, forest history and coastal adventures.
Horseshoe Bay Explained: A Scenic Gateway from Vancouver
Discover how Horseshoe Bay turns a simple trip from Vancouver into a scenic escape, blending ferry crossings, village charm, and the start of the Sea to Sky Highway.