2015 Experience Nanaimo & Region

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YES, ITS DELICIOUS HERE.Dig In!

Come feast your eyes on coastal landscapes while strolling Nanaimos waterfront walkway or island hopping in the harbour. On the Nanaimo Bar Trail you can sample several renditions of the tasty treat local coal miners once packed in their lunches. And theres so much more to savour: West Coast cuisine, fabulous festivals, artisan studios, and farm visits. Want to daytrip on a

whim? Nanaimos central location makes it the perfect base camp to explore Vancouver Island.

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BATHTUB RACES & MORE FUN!Visit TourismNanaimo.com/events for a complete event listing.


YES, ITS DELICIOUS HERE.Dig In!

Come feast your eyes on coastal landscapes while strolling Nanaimos waterfront walkway or island hopping in the harbour. On the Nanaimo Bar Trail you can sample several renditions of the tasty treat local coal miners once packed in their lunches. And theres so much more to savour: West Coast cuisine, fabulous festivals, artisan studios, and farm visits. Want to daytrip on a

whim? Nanaimos central location makes it the perfect base camp to explore Vancouver Island.


BATHTUB RACES & MORE FUN!Visit TourismNanaimo.com/events for a complete event listing.

250-390-2721 | 1-888-923-8844www.woodgrovecentre.com6631 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, BC

WOODGROVE CENTREVancouver Islands largest shopping centre! With over 140 stores and services including Hudsons Bay, Walmart, Winners, Chapters, Save On Foods, Old Navy, Toys R Us and many more, youll find everything you need.

250-754-2104www.flyingfishnanaimo.com180 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, BC

Flying FishLocated in the heart of Downtown Nanaimo, Flying Fish offers the best, the funkiest, the most fun and the most practical items you will need to have, share and gift. With everything from a custom made-to-order sofa, to a lime green silicone spatula, to Pandora beads galore, we have it all. Come take a stroll down our beautifully displayed aisles for home decor tips and tricks that will make your home shine.

www.oldcityquarter.com/ShopDineRelax

THE OLD CITY QUARTERDiscover Nanaimos historic Old City Quarter featuring unique local gift, food & clothing shops, restaurants, and more.Shop, dine, relax and experience Life in the OCQ!

250-758-1144 | 1-800-565-1144

www.innonlonglake.com 4700 N. Island Highway, Nanaimo

The Inn on Long Lake is your lakeside retreat in the heart of North Nanaimo. All of our guest rooms feature a lake view patio or balcony, plus a microwave, mini fridge, and coffeemaker. Complimentary continental breakfast, wireless internet and parking are all included, and pedal boat or kayak rentals are available in-season.

INN ON LONG LAKE

250-751-1223 | www.susanmcgougan.com

SUSAN MCGOUGAN - Respected, Favoured and TrustedIn Nanaimo Real Estate.CERC relocation specialist specially trained to help you relocate when buying or selling your home. Born in Nanaimo & selling homes for 25 years.

PERSONAL REALESTATE CORPORATION

TOP 10 MUST SEE & DO IN NANAIMO Youll find hundreds of ways to explore one of the West Coasts most stunning harbourfronts and the countryside that surrounds it. Some of our favourites:

HAPPY TRAILS!These two self-guided trails immerse you in the local culture and flavor of a wonderfully unique city and region.


Nanaimo Bar Trail This 34-stop trail leads you to a Nanaimo Bar milkshake, martini, pedicure and more.

Cedar Yellow Point Artisan TrailRoll along country roads with stops at artists studios, shops, galleries, farms and other great rural attractions.

SNORKELWith

HARBOUR SEALSTake a boat charter to m

eet

these playful pups.

WATCHThe

HISTORIC CANNON FIRING

Reenactments run all summer at the Nanaimo Bastion.

ADRENALINE RUSHIn An

AERIAL TREETOPCOURSE

Thrill seekers can fly through the

West Coast rainforest.

RIDE THE TRACTORTo Feed

THE BISONMeet bulls and newborn calves at a bison ranch.

STROLLThe

WATERFRONTWALKWAY

Ice cream in hand, watch seaplanes take off and land.

HIKE AN

OCEANFRONT PARKFor A

PICTUREPERFECT VIEW

Picnic or play on beaches with

bald eagles and seals.

KAYAKWith

SPAWNINGSALMON

Glide above thousands of

fish in shallow waters.

PADDLEBOARDAlong

BEAUTIFULBEACHES

Learning to SUP is easy in our calm harbour.

DINE DOCKSIDEOn A

FLOATING PUB &RESTAURANTSEnjoy fish and chips or live

music on the water.

Cheer OnBATHTUBS,

DRAGON BOATS& YACHT RACESFun festivals draw crowd

s to

the beautiful harbourfront.


Take home a local favourite!Fredrichs Unpasteurized Blackberry Honey

Pick up a West Coast salmon samplerat St. Jeans Cannery & Smokehouse

TOP 10 MUST SEE & DO IN NANAIMO Youll find hundreds of ways to explore one of the West Coasts most stunning harbourfronts and the countryside that surrounds it. Some of our favourites:

HAPPY TRAILS!These two self-guided trails immerse you in the local culture and flavor of a wonderfully unique city and region.


Nanaimo Bar Trail This 34-stop trail leads you to a Nanaimo Bar milkshake, martini, pedicure and more.

Cedar Yellow Point Artisan TrailRoll along country roads with stops at artists studios, shops, galleries, farms and other great rural attractions.

SNORKELWith

HARBOUR SEALSTake a boat charter to m

eet

these playful pups.

WATCHThe

HISTORIC CANNON FIRING

Reenactments run all summer at the Nanaimo Bastion.

ADRENALINE RUSHIn An

AERIAL TREETOPCOURSE

Thrill seekers can fly through the

West Coast rainforest.

RIDE THE TRACTORTo Feed

THE BISONMeet bulls and newborn calves at a bison ranch.

STROLLThe

WATERFRONTWALKWAY

Ice cream in hand, watch seaplanes take off and land.

HIKE AN

OCEANFRONT PARKFor A

PICTUREPERFECT VIEW

Picnic or play on beaches with

bald eagles and seals.

KAYAKWith

SPAWNINGSALMON

Glide above thousands of

fish in shallow waters.

PADDLEBOARDAlong

BEAUTIFULBEACHES

Learning to SUP is easy in our calm harbour.

DINE DOCKSIDEOn A

FLOATING PUB &RESTAURANTSEnjoy fish and chips or live

music on the water.

Cheer OnBATHTUBS,

DRAGON BOATS& YACHT RACESFun festivals draw crowd

s to

the beautiful harbourfront.


Take home a local favourite!Fredrichs Unpasteurized Blackberry Honey

Pick up a West Coast salmon samplerat St. Jeans Cannery & Smokehouse

250-755-1755 livingforest.com6 Maki Road, Nanaimo, BC

LIVING FOREST OCEANSIDECAMPGROUND & RV PARK53 waterfront acres, 300 sites, 5 min to downtown, but a world away. 1 year site availability calendar/map w/site pics on website. Check TripAdvisor!

250-716-2009 | 1-866-925-2009 www.ramada.com315 Rosehill Street, Nanaimo

RAMADA INN NANAIMONear the heart of downtown, and minutes from the most popular attractions, is Nanaimos new Ramada Inn. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast with your stay, free on-site parking, and wireless high-speed internet.

1-800-661-2449 | dorchesternanaimo.com70 Church Street, Nanaimo, BC

BEST WESTERN DORCHESTER HOTELConveniently located in the heart of downtown overlooking the picturesque Nanaimo Harbour.

Each Best Western branded Hotel is independently owned and operated.

1-800-663-7322 | hojonanaimo.com1 Terminal Avenue, Nanaimo, BC

HOWARD JOHNSON HARBOURSIDE HOTEL NANAIMOAdjacent to the beautiful Harbourside walkway in central Nanaimo, we offer both comfort and convenience!

250-753-7111 | www.waterfrontnanaimo.com1000 Stewart Avenue, Nanaimo, BC

THE WATERFRONT SUITES & MARINANanaimos newest state-of-the-art-marina. Located on Newcastle Channel with a boardwalk connecting to downtown. Moorage available. Spacious suites with kitchenettes, balconies & sea views.

250-758-3000 | 1-877-41-GRAND www.thegrandhotelnanaimo.ca4898 Rutherford Road, Nanaimo

The Grand Hotel NanaimoPremier accommodations, indoor pool, Zen Garden, Physiotherapy & Wellness Centre, Licensed Restaurant & Lounge, Traditional Afternoon Tea, West Coast Cuisine, Nanaimos only Whisk(e)y Bar, Conferences & Special EventsLocated in the heart of North Nanaimo

Tour the only original wooden Hudson Bay bastion in North America.

Visit aboriginals petroglyphs, ancient carvings of mystical creatures.

See retired uniforms, weapons, and ship models at the military museum.

TOUCH HISTORY IN BCS 3RD OLDEST CITY


NEIGHBOURING ISLANDSGoing island hopping from downtown Nanaimo is a memorable way to explore the local lifestyle and natural beauty.

Gabriola Island

This Isle of the Arts, with world-renowned artists and musicians, is a quick 20-minute ferry ride away.

NewcastleIsland

Escape on a 10-minute ferry to the Snuneymuxw First Nations culture and history on Newcastle Island, Saysutshun.


Discover all of Nanaimos treasures between daytrips to whale watching excursions, wineries, or downhill skiing adventures.

REQUEST A NANAIMO MAP TourismNanaimo.com

[email protected]

1-800-663-7337

NANAIMO & REGION: YOUR IDEAL BASE CAMP

Gabriola MarketMalaspina Galleries on G

abriola

Beachcombing

Newcastle Totems

Tour the only original wooden Hudson Bay bastion in North America.

Visit aboriginals petroglyphs, ancient carvings of mystical creatures.

See retired uniforms, weapons, and ship models at the military museum.

TOUCH HISTORY IN BCS 3RD OLDEST CITY


NEIGHBOURING ISLANDSGoing island hopping from downtown Nanaimo is a memorable way to explore the local lifestyle and natural beauty.

Gabriola Island

This Isle of the Arts, with world-renowned artists and musicians, is a quick 20-minute ferry ride away.

NewcastleIsland

Escape on a 10-minute ferry to the Snuneymuxw First Nations culture and history on Newcastle Island, Saysutshun.


Discover all of Nanaimos treasures between daytrips to whale watching excursions, wineries, or downhill skiing adventures.

REQUEST A NANAIMO MAP TourismNanaimo.com

[email protected]

1-800-663-7337

NANAIMO & REGION: YOUR IDEAL BASE CAMP

Gabriola MarketMalaspina Galleries on G

abriola

Beachcombing

Newcastle Totems

250-753-3814 | www.vimms.ca100 Cameron Rd, Nanaimo, BC

VANCOUVER ISLAND MILITARY MUSEUMCanadian Military History on Nanaimos dynamic waterfront. Come See, Come Learn, Come Experience History at BCs most significant Military Museum.

1-800-663-1144 | coasthotels.com11 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC

COAST BASTION HOTEL - CONFERENCE CENTREOverlooking Georgia Strait, breathtaking waterfront, convenient downtown location, golf courses, sailing, diving, and the Port Theatre. Full service hotel including 179 rooms, restuarant, spa and free WiFi.

250-713-0456 | 250-740-2329 www.newcastleisland.caNewcastle Island

Newcastle IslandDiscover the natural beauty, history & aboriginal culture of Saysutshun/Newcastle Island. Tours, watersports, hiking, beaches, caf, camping, marina, weddings & special events. Easy walk-on ferry at Nanaimo waterfront.

1-800-661-0061 | bestwesternnorthgate.com6450 Metral Drive, Nanaimo

BEST WESTERN NORTHGATE INNThe best location to explore and discover Vancouver Island, we are within walking distance to the Islands largest mall. Includes free continental breakfast and WiFi.

250-751-1409 | www.hammondbaybb.com

HAMMOND BAY OCEANSIDE B&B Beachfront location, North Nanaimo. Private entrance, wifi, kitchen, fireplace, patio.

1-877-282-6337 | www.buccaneerinn.com

BUCCANEER INNSpotless oceanview kitchen suites. WIFI. Closest to ferry.

1-866-303-5494 | www.kiwicovelodge.com

KIWI COVE LODGE12 spacious lodge rooms, waterfront and a kiwi farm.

1-877-754-8171 | www.nanaimohotel.com

DAYS INN NANAIMO HARBOURVIEWLocated just minutes from downtown, BC Ferries and the Airport.

1-778-441-2625 | www.chateauwolff.com

CHATEAU WOLFF ESTATES WINERY AND VINEYARDNanaimo boutique winery opening Spring/Summer of 2015

1-800-CAR-RENT (227-7368) | www.drivenational.ca

NATIONAL CAR AND TRUCK RENTALSOpen 7 days a week. Free Local Pick Up.

250-245-1169 | www.mountainairervpark.com

MOUNTAINAIRE CAMPGROUND AND RV PARK Fully serviced campsites, fresh clean washrooms, and friendly people.

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2015 Experience Nanaimo & Region