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June 07, 2011

Meet With Us in June special

Meet With Us in June special

Looking for a meeting space this month?

Book a full day meeting space at Parkside in our Penthouse City Club Lounge, James Bay Meeting Room, or HD Theatre for only $199 and get a second, same day meeting space for an additional $99.

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May 11, 2011

Video: "Going Places" Art Show at Parkside

 

On May 7, 2011, over 150 people attended the "Going Places" Art Show at Parkside, which featured works by Erica Messing, Jonathan Gleed and Shari Young.

May 10, 2011

"Going Places" Art Show at Parkside a success

"Going Places" Art Show at Parkside a success

On May 7, 2011, over 150 people attended the "Going Places" Art Show at Parkside, which featured works by Erica Messing, Jonathan Gleed and Shari Young.

Check out more photos from this event posted on our Facebook page!

The Wannawafel fundraiser/training event, which also took place on May 7th at Parkside, was a success as well! 

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May 03, 2011

Art & Waffles?

Art & Waffles?

Wannawafel, a local Victoria company that bakes authentic, made-from-scratch Belgian waffles, will be hosting a charity event at Parkside on Saturday, May 7, 2011 from 2-5pm, alongside our "Going Places" Art Show, happening from 1-3pm and 7-9pm.

New Wannawafel franchisees from all over Canada will be baking and selling delicious waffles from three brand-new waffle carts in our restaurant space for half price ($2 each), with all proceeds going to the BC Children’s Hospital.

So stop by Parkside on Saturday for a day of local art and fresh-baked Wannawafels!

March 28, 2011

New guided heritage walking tours at Parkside

New guided heritage walking tours at Parkside

Join our Guest Services Team member Ben for a guided heritage walking tour in downtown Victoria!

Learn about downtown Victoria's popular tourist attractions, such as St. Ann's Academy, Thunderbird Park, Helmcken House, the Empress, the Parliament Buildings, Roger's Chocolates and more on this guided one- to one-and-a-half hour walk.

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March 14, 2011

Parkside featured in the Calgary Herald

Parkside featured in the Calgary Herald

Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa was featured in the Calgary Herald on March 11, 2011 as one of the best accommodation options for a luxurious winter escape for Alberta residents.

Parkside was mentioned along with the Bear Mountain Resort and the Oak Bay Beach Hotel as one of the better-known destinations for a luxurious winter escape in Victoria.

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March 11, 2011

Parkside featured in Style at Home Magazine

Parkside featured in Style at Home Magazine

Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa is featured in this month's issue of Style at Home Magazine! 

Parkside's lobby, atrium, spa, pool, bathrooms and suites are all featured, as well as our environmental initiatives.

Author Catherine Gray describes the mood at Parkside as "peaceful and calm in an environment that feels harmonious with nature."

Read the whole article here to find out what else Style at Home loves about Parkside!

March 01, 2011

Recent press for Parkside: Elton's flowers, spa getaways & more

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Parkside has been all over the news recently!

On February 16, 2011, Parkside was mentioned as one of the best places to go for a DIY spa getaway in Vancouver's Georgia Straight

"With a heated tile floor, a shower, and a stand-alone soaker tub, this bathroom is pure bliss. Suites feature an electric fireplace, so once you pluck yourself out of the tub, you can relax with a glass of wine in the living room. A full kitchen means you never have to face the outside world until you check out; bringing your own food saves money too, " writes Carolyn Ali.

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February 17, 2011

Yes... the rumours are true!

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Parkside recently hosted a very special guest...

Visit http://www.cheknews.ca/ and click on "Elton Says Goodbye, Feb 16"

February 16, 2011

Tre Fantastico's grand opening

Caffe Fantastico's newest location, Tre Fantastico, had its grand opening at Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa on Thursday, February 3, 2011.

Guests enjoyed delicious passed appetizers, including mini pulled pork sandwiches with blue cheese and venison skewers, as well as local brews, a selection of BC wines and speciality coffees. 

 

Read more about Tre Fanastico's grand opening:

Tre Fantastico Opens at the Parkside - EAT Magazine

Fourth Fantastico opening - Times Colonist

Tre Fantastico is open for breakfast, lunch and small plates from Sunday - Tuesday, 6:30 am to 5:30 pm, and Wednesday - Saturday until 10 pm.