Island Treasures 2 An Insider's Guide to Victoria, Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands

by Thomas, Carolyn; Stewart, Jill

• ISBN13: 9781550170238
• ISBN10: 1550170236
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1990-01-01
• Publisher: Harbour

Summary

In this book, two Victoria residents, one of whom hosts a Victoria television program, invite the world to share in the many delights of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. The hidden coves, sandy beaches, shops and landmarks are all collected here and described with lively appreciation for island lovers, exploratory campers, bicyclists and island residents alike.

With illustrations, this guide has categories for accommodation, expeditions, food and dining, clothing, collectibles and children's activities.

Table of Contents

Introduction	7	(2)
Victoria
What to See and Do	9	(26)
Where to Eat	35	(23)
Where to Shop	58	(35)
Where to Stay	93	(4)
Central Island
The Cowichan Valley	97	(14)
Cowichan Lake	111	(2)
Chemainus	113	(4)
Ladysmith	117	(3)
Nanaimo	120	(11)
Parksville & Qualicum	131	(10)
Port Alberni	141	(8)
Pacific Rim Tofino, Ucluelet, Bamfield	149	(12)
Comox Valley	161	(13)
North Island
Campbell River	174	(12)
Gold River	186	(1)
Sayward Valley	187	(1)
Telegraph Cove & Beaver Cove	188	(1)
Alert Bay	189	(3)
Sointula	192	(1)
Port McNeil	192	(4)
Port Alice	196	(1)
Port Hardy	196	(8)
The Gulf Islands	204	(25)
Saltspring Island	205	(8)
Pender Island	213	(5)
Mayne Island	218	(4)
Galiano Island	222	(7)
Reader Reply Form	229	(2)
Index	231