Written by Gina Woods Nanaimo is considered by many as the Gateway to a Sailor’s Paradise. Being centrally located between the sheltered archipelago of the Southern Gulf Islands and the northern more rugged islands dotting Vancouver Island’s eastern coastline, Nanaimo is a must-visit destination…
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Winter’s Looking Bright… and Nanaimo’s Got the Glow Don’t let the winter blues dim your spirits! This January, Nanaimo is glowing brighter than ever! Luminous Paths: Nanaimo’s 150 & Beyond invites you to explore a winter art festival like no other. This celebration of light, art, land, and…
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With fall coming to a close, Nanaimo is heading straight into another quiet, peaceful Winter Season. While the Island’s rainy season might have a little bit of a reputation, Nanaimo still boasts some of the warmest winter temperatures in Canada! Looking for more reasons to visit Nanaimo this…
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Calling all cycling enthusiasts! If you’re looking for somewhere to ride a gnarly trail, feel the wind through your helmet or test out some new tricks and turns, look no further than Nanaimo – where cyclists of all skill levels are welcome to join the ride! Do you enjoy ripping and riding on a…
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Thanks to its stunning location nestled between the ocean and the mountains, Nanaimo has an abundance of beautiful beaches to explore and like the rest of Nanaimo, they are diverse, interesting and offer something for everyone. From tidal beaches that line the ocean’s edge in north Nanaimo…
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When a place has as many ‘stop you in your tracks’ views as Nanaimo does, it’s hard to narrow down a list of the best. With so many amazing views throughout the city, the good news is you don’t have to be a mountain climber to appreciate the scenic vistas. Of course, some views do require a…
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If these city walls and streets could talk, they would tell of the Indigenous villages 3,000 years ago, busy shipyards and a herring saltery. They would recall the discovery of coal and how it forever changed the city, bringing migrant workers from afar. Evidence of Nanaimo’s history can be…
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Nanaimo’s stunning coastline, river canyon, and forested mountain offer countless opportunities for epic outdoor adventures. Visit Nanaimo and get ready for more jaw-dropping, heart-pulsing moments than you ever imagined. Go whale watching Wonder what it’s like to see whales in the wild? It’s…
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