Parkside Victoria Travel Blog

Christmas is fast approaching! Need a gift idea they'll love while treating yourself?

Buy a Gift Card, Receive Your Own Gift From Our Christmas Tree!

We've placed gift certificates for various free spa treatments in our Christmas tree: purchase a $200 gift card and choose a gift; purchase a $500 gift card and receive a free spa robe along with a gift from the tree.

Call or visit our spa desk to give the gift of relaxation this season while getting a little something in return!

By Jessica Woollard

Humans have long been fascinated with observing our civilization in microcosm. As far back as ancient Egypt, populations constructed tall structures to climb and look out at the expanse before them, drawn to experiencing the world at a small scale and enjoying the sense of perspective such an experience brings. The tradition has continued in the modern world, with tourists ever drawn to climbing tall structures around the world, whether ascending to the top of the duomo of St. Peter’s Basilica or the top of the planet at Mount Everest’s summit.

Even children through the ages have shown an interest in the world in miniature, playing with dolls and toy soldiers, recreating life on a small scale, a life they can more easily understand.

>> Read full article on the A-Life BC Travel Blog

This year, we're making the crown jewel of Parkside available for your private New Year's Eve party!

Sweeping views of the city, rooftop gardens, chic design... the Penthouse City Club Lounge is the perfect venue for hosting private, festive gatherings in style. Located at the top of the Rockland Tower, the City Club Lounge features luxurious open living spaces and accommodates up to 80 guests.

Reserve the Penthouse City Club Lounge for your New Year's Eve party and receive a free e-reader. Contact events@parksidevictoria.com for details.