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Join Karen Elgersma, Lifestyles Specialist on Shaw TV's The Daily as she explores Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa - a brand new hotel in the heart of downtown Victoria that provides guests with a unique luxury hotel experience.
From the 25-metre indoor ozonated pool and private high definition movie theatre to the state-of-the-art fitness centre and full-service AquaTerre Spa, discover why people are talking about Parkside.
Have you seen our koi yet?
The koi - known for their large size and long, flowing tail fins - have been swimming in our pond located at the corner of Humboldt and Blanshard streets, in the east pond next to the Fairfield lobby and the pond inside the atrium gardens for several weeks now.
They were a little tricky to spot at first, but they have finally come out of hiding with an unexpected surprise - babies!
Tiny baby koi have been spotted in our pond in the atrium, swimming alongside the bigger koi.
It's great to see our koi comfortable in their new home at Parkside!
The Grand Opening and invite-only Gala at Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa on Friday, June 25 were a huge success!
The event kicked off with a champagne sabreing by Pacific Shores Resort & Spa's Sommelier and Director of Food and Beverage Atilla Cimsit before the doors opened to the food and wine exhibition.
When the weather heats up and the sun comes out, so do the shorts, flip flops and bathing suits!
Nothing beats a fresh pedicure when your toes come out of sock-and-shoe hibernation for the summer, but did you know that there are other spa treatments that can help prepare you for the warmer weather from head to toe?
Summer has officially arrived on the island, and you know what that means: fresh, local fruit and produce, outdoor markets, picnics at Willows Beach, bike rides on the Galloping Goose Trail and dinner and drinks on restaurant patios in the heart of downtown Victoria.
Not only are there lots of great things to do in Victoria in the summer, but also great festivals and events.
Here are our picks for the TOP TEN things to see and do in Victoria in the summertime.
Did you happen to read the Vancouver Sun this weekend?
Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa was featured in a three-page spread in the Westcoast Homes section of Saturday's Vancouver Sun!
The excellent write-up was accompanied by 10 photos, as well as a reference to our Parkside Lifestyle Blog and the Condo Comparison Guide!
What better way to tour the cycling capital of Canada than by bike?
Victoria BC is a very bicycle-friendly city, with lots of designated bike lanes, bike-storage facilities (there's even one located at Parkside!) and great biking trails available.
Whether you decide to cruise around town and out along Dallas Road to Oak Bay or head down the Galloping Goose trail out towards Sooke, make sure you know the rules of the road and ride prepared.
Besides feeling incredibly relaxing and leaving your skin feeling clean and soft, facials offer more benefits than you may think.
A spa professional not only provides you with smoother skin and a relaxing experience, but also analyzes your skin type and provides you with information about the best kind of care for your complexion after you leave the spa.
Please join us for the Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa's Grand Opening Friday, June 25, 2010!
We're celebrating a remarkable architectural achievement in sustainable resort development.
We'll begin the afternoon with a ceremonial champagne sabreing followed by the opening of Parkside's Wine & Food Exhibition and official Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony.
Featured entertainment will include films in the private movie theatre, resort tours and afternoon workshops.
We hope you'll join us for this special day in Parkside's history!
For more information, please visit www.parksidevictoria.com/grand-opening.
Why should you shop at a farmers' market instead of the grocery store this weekend?
'Tis the season for fresh, local fruits and vegetables - and there are markets popping up all over the island.
It's harder to shop locally during the winter, so take advantage of all the great produce available this summer.
