Treasures: World Cultures from the British Museum

Starting May 1st and running until September 30th, an exhibition titled: “Treasures: the World’s Cultures from the British Museum” will be in town. This exhibit will display over 300 artefacts from the collection of the renowned British Museum. Included are an Egyptian mummy, a shield from the Bronze Age, works from Picasso and Rembrandt, and a whole lot more. I would suggest that you take this in if you are going to be around. Most of these exhibits have drawn people from all over the world, so don’t miss out. They do not go to very many museums. Victoria is on the “A” list because they do such a good job.

It is amazing. Take it in. For more information on Victoria Attractions like the Royal BC Museum, Click Here. If you need accommodations while visiting the Royal BC Museum, Click Here. Your host Ilona will direct you to this exhibition and other great victoria area attractions.

Swiftsure Sailing Race

This last weekend was the annual Swiftsure Yacht Race. It is actually a number of races, the longest going from Clovepoint on Dallas Road to the Swiftsure Bank which is just after the opening of Juan de Fuca Strait. It is a festive time and a serious race. It is one of the many special events and activities that visitors to Victoria can take part in. All of the sailboats congregate at Cloverpoint. It is quite a site to see hundreds of boats under sail getting ready for the start of the race. The shoreline is lined with thousands of people who come to watch the race. For more information on activities in Victoria, Click Here! From May to September is special event time in Victoria. When you get here, check the local paper, the Times Colonist (especially the Thursday edition), or ask at the accommodation you are staying at. They will likely know what is on. To book a bed and breakfast that knows where the action is click here.

Beautiful Mountain View

If you want to see one of the views that Victoria is known for around the world, just find any high point in the city and look to the East. Spectacular Mount Baker rises from the state of Washington. It is snow covered year round and provides much beauty to the background of our beautiful city. Great viewpoints are Mount Tolmie, Mount Douglas or the shores of Oak Bay. You can see Mount Baker from Goldstream Avenue in Sidney. I have seen it as a back drop to downtown from Juan de Fuca Strait. There are great views also from Bear Mountain. Check it out.
It is truly a vision.
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Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom Time!

This time of year, when the wind blows, it often seems link there is pink snow in the air. The gutters are lined with pink. It is one of my favourite times of the year. Spring is earths renewal and the pink just lets you know how good that is. Come for a visit and see the pink. Certain areas of Victoria, like Esquimalt, have more pink flowering trees than others. We often joke with our prairie neighbours (Alberta and Saskatchewan) that it is time to get out the blossom-blower! For more information on Victoria, click here. If you would like to stay at Hemmingways by the Sea, click here.

Ernest Hemingway History

When you enter Hemingways By the Sea, it is like stepping back in time to the era of Ernest Hemingway. The house has pictures, maps and artifacts that reflect the adventures of Hemingway. The artifact collection includes items from Africa, Spain, and South America. The lounge has high ceilings much like the Finca from Hemingways visit to Cuba. Enjoy your evenings in front of the fireplace with a good cup of coffee or tea. The rooms reflect the ambiance of Hemingways world - Keywest, Serengeti, Hemingways...

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At Hemingways by the Sea, we try to make sure that you find special gems in our area. The first of these on our blog is hidden in Deep Cove on Saanich Peninsula is Muse Winery (formerly Chalet Estate Winery); a small self sustaining, family winery owned by Peter & Jane Ellmann. This boutique winery has been producing fine limited edition wines since 2001. Fine Wine begins in the vineyard and the Ellmanns strictly adhere to organic practices using natural ingredients to fertilize the vines and control weeds. Extensive canopy management, hand cropping and picking ensures that only the finest fruit is used in the production of their Award Winning Wines and minimal to no sulphites are added to any of the wines. The newly opened Bistro Muse, offers elegant food pairings to go with the Muse Wines. The Bistro is open Thursday to Sunday from 11 am to 3 pm. Whether you prefer a structured tasting, a glass of wine on the Vineyard Patio, a gourmet bite or just shopping, Muse Winery has something for everyone. Summer hours are 11am to 5 pm daily, closed Mondays. Please call ahead for winter hours or appointments- 250-656-2552, or visit the website http://www.musewinery.ca/ Muse Winery (formerly Chalet Winery) 11195 Chalet Road, N. Saanich, BC For more information on other Wineries, Click Here. Stay at Hemingways by the Sea and we wil direct you to more places like this.

Saxe Point Park

Just a few blocks from Hemingways by the Sea Bed and Breakfast is one of the most beautiful and scenic parks in Great Victoria. Operated by the town of Esquimalt, this park is a showcase for Victoria parks. The views of Juan de Fuca Strait are amazing. The park is well kept and you can walk right down to the water on the west side. Check out the Park.

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Beautiful Esquimalt Views

Just a few minutes away from Hemingways By the Sea Bed and Breakfast Inn you will find the shores of Juan de Fuca Strait. Beautiful views are everywhere. Within in minutes of our beautiful bed and breakfast, there is much beauty and spectacular scenery.

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