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Kimmio said:
Wickaninnish Beach, Tofino BC. I think it's the nicest place in Canada that I've ever been to. It's definately my favourite scenery in BC. Very mystical scenery. There's a gorgeous resort there that I have never stayed at but had a friend who worked a summer there many many years ago, and I stayed in the staff accomodations (big tents with compartments behind the resort - she snuck me into hers) and went to the lounge once - and know a couple who went there for an anniversary spa weekend just a couple of years ago. It sounded fabulous but way out of reach for me. February might be pretty wet though. You never know.
Wickaninnish Inn | Wickaninnish Inn, Tofino, Canada
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@Kimmio -- decided to book the Wickaninnish Inn. Also decided to just go there and settle in rather than trying to hit multiple spots such as time in Vancouver, time in Victoria, and so on.

Thank-you for your suggestion.
 
Carolla said:
The drive across the island to Tofino is an interesting one - a couple of hours across from Parksville to the west coast, winding road up the mountains then down the other side. Somehow I was surprised it wasn't flat the first time we drove it! Duh! Then you'll see the Tsunami Evacuation Route signs when you get to Tofino - LOL! Ucluelet has some nice waterside accommodations too (possibly slightly less expensive) - I imagine similar to Tofino for storm watching - it is a rocky coast there, rather than sandy beach. You'd need to ask.
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Decided to drive. Told to get gas in Port Alberni, and plan to stop in Cathedral Groves. Also to ensure the rental has snow tires.
 
Pinga said:
@Kimmio -- decided to book the Wickaninnish Inn. Also decided to just go there and settle in rather than trying to hit multiple spots such as time in Vancouver, time in Victoria, and so on.

Woohoo - Wickaninnish Inn - you go girl!! It will be amazing. Yes - just take it slowly on the drive - it will be great. My dtr is planning to go over to Ucluelet in a couple of weeks for her birthday - & so partner might go surfing! It's surely not quite the same as surfing Australia or Nicaragua ... but he'll dress warmly!

Where are you flying to? Nanaimo would be closest for the drive.
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Pinga said:
@Kimmio -- decided to book the Wickaninnish Inn. Also decided to just go there and settle in rather than trying to hit multiple spots such as time in Vancouver, time in Victoria, and so on.

Thank-you for your suggestion.
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You're welcome. It's really gorgeous. I've only walked through (and looked at it from the beach), never stayed there - maybe one day. Enjoy your trip! :) ...and pack warm clothes and good rain gear if you venture out in the area!
 
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BetteTheRed said:
Pinga, do what you can to keep your feet dry. I found that, by far, my largest challenge on the west coast.
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It snowed in Vancouver the day we arrived. Lots of snow. Shutdown the airport type of snow (My sister was waiting to get to her gate for almost 2 hours from when she landed -- not fun). The thing is, it turned to slush everywhere, roads were full of guck.

i bought cute little boots to wear, perfect for slush, and easy for little walks. They have lots of great "wet wear" clothes here.

My feet were wet. Also bought socks at the store. Slipped into new boots and socks, and toes felt wonderful!
 
Pinga said:
It snowed in Vancouver the day we arrived. Lots of snow. Shutdown the airport type of snow (My sister was waiting to get to her gate for almost 2 hours from when she landed -- not fun). The thing is, it turned to slush everywhere, roads were full of guck.

i bought cute little boots to wear, perfect for slush, and easy for little walks. They have lots of great "wet wear" clothes here.

My feet were wet. Also bought socks at the store. Slipped into new boots and socks, and toes felt wonderful!
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lol
sorry i missed the big dump
thatz a lot of snow
brings back memories of clambering giant hills of snow in shopping mall parking lots
hope u enjoy Wicked Inn Ish Inn. My mom quite enjoyed herself there during Winter Storms.

And youll.be in one of the places where the whole Satanic Panic stealing babies meme started...on Vancouver Island which has way too much coastline (lots and lots of inlets and fijords on the West coast of the Island).

Youll also be experiencing "Island Time" where people generally are less WASPy than on the Lower Mainland. Very weird things happen and are here. If ya keep yer eyes open you might even get to experience it (ghosts, Squatch, UAP, all sorts of shenanigans off the mainstream narrative track...)

Enjoy your visit to AmericaCanada otherwise known as the Pacific Northwest (or Northwet for obvious reasons...) again
 
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Victoria's pretty WASPy (dubbed little England)...I live now and grew up here. That's why I liked (and miss) Van and was there for 20 yrs. More diverse. Though everyone is charmed by Victoria when they only visit. It's a lovely place to visit.

Sorry about the snow n' slush. Just what you don't want. Hopefully it's mostly gone where you're going.

Anyhow...there is a laid back Island vibe in places, too. Especially Tofino! It's mesmerizing. Hope you are enjoying it.
 
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