Victoria Real Estate Blog - Stefan Krenz

Why is the City of Victoria Perfect for Lovers?

Victoria is full of romance. It is the perfect spot for a romantic getaway, anniversary or honeymoon. The landscape is breathtaking, and the atmosphere will present the opportunity for you and your love to embrace romantic memories that will last a lifetime. Here are the reasons why you should whisk your love away to enjoy the romance in Victoria.

Atmosphere

Victoria is visually stunning. The landscape is breathtaking, as you will be presented with waterways, mountains and the beautiful greenery that goes on for miles. Victoria is naturally awe striking, but then you have romantic architecture, intimate pubs and idealistic serene settings. You will truly get a taste of what it's like to be romantically inspired by your surroundings. Creating…

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Best Shopping Options Throughout Victoria

Regular shopping options are always found throughout every city, but most areas have plenty of unique choices, as well. There are a number of unique shopping opportunities in Victoria. Here are some of the top choices in the city.

Best Places to Buy Books

If you love to read, finding the best bookstores is a very important part of transitioning to a new area. Top bookstores include:

• Munro's Books - 1108 Government Street
• Chapters - 1212 Douglas Street
• Bolen Books - Suite 111-1644 Hillside Avenue

Used Books

• Russell Books - 734 Fort Street
• Smart Books - 4430 West Saanich Road
• Chronicles of Crime - 1048 Fort Street

Whether you want to find new books or used books, you will find them at these awesome bookstores.

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Attraction Spotlight: Off The Eaten Track

Off the Eaten Track is a culinary touring company in Victoria that explores unique areas of town. Owners Bonnie and Alexis together come from a background of tourism and the hospitality industry. A culinary tour was the combined idea to get folks traveling with them, exploring hidden areas and learning where the locals eat.

Off the Eaten Track hits areas of town that most other tour companies don’t go to get guests off the beaten path try some of the most delicious hidden gems in town. Here is a look at what you’ll enjoy with the culinary tour.

About Off the Eaten Track

When you take a culinary tour with Off the Eaten Track, you’ll see that all the stops on the tours are small, local businesses. They are Victoria-based companies that serve…

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What Type of Things Can you do in Victoria for Valentine's Day?

There are plenty of great things to do in Victoria for February 14th. As one of the most romantic days of the year, this is the time for a man and woman to enjoy their time together and celebrate their love. Here are some of the things going on in Victoria for Valentine's Day.

Victorian Valentine Tea - 2pm

This event will feature plenty of romance with harp music and High Tea. It will be quite elegant and will be held at the Cordova Bay United Church Hall at 813 Claremont Avenue. Along with High Tea, this event will include an elegant fashion show with dress from the 1780s to the 1920s.

This event is limited and tickets can be purchased at Calico Cupboard, Janet's Special Teas and Just for You Fashions for $25 per person.

Valentine's Day…

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How can you Increase your Home Value in Victoria?

There are many things you can do to increase the value of your home if you plan to sell it in the near future. It won't take a full renovation to make your home worth more on an appraisal. Here are some of the best ways you can easily increase your home value.

New Paint

A coat of paint may not do much on an appraisal, but to the buyer, it can make a difference. This is a hectic thing for a new owner to deal with. Sometimes, it's as simple as taking your personalized colours and changing them to something more neutral before you sell the home.

Carpeting

New carpet may actually help increase the value of your home. It will certainly help with the appeal and is another hassle for new buyers to replace.

Redo the Kitchen

The kitchen can…

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Top Bed and Breakfasts in Victoria

Whether you're the one visiting Victoria or you have family coming into town, staying in a bed and breakfast is a great way to enjoy the city. Even residents take stay-cations at some of the top bed and breakfasts, just for a different look at the area. Here are some of the top choices throughout the area.

Abinger House Bed & Breakfast

A beautiful choice and one of the finer Bed & Breakfasts in the city, the Abinger House is the perfect place for visitors. You can stay in The Westcott or The Ranmore, while enjoying the library found within the building. Rates range from $129 to $185 per night and the Abinger House is found at 1541 Despard Avenue.

Fisher House Bed & Breakfast

A bit less expensive than some of the others in the city, but…

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A Closer Look at Two Great Breweries in Victoria

If you love beer, you will want to visit the breweries found throughout the Victoria area. Craft brews have become very popular and the true beer enthusiast loves to try something new and local. Here's a look at two of the best breweries in Victoria for beer lovers to enjoy.

Driftwood Brewery

This brewery became a part of the BC craft beer world in 2008. They have since become one of the top choices as they push the envelope with very unique styles and different ingredients. In just a few short years, Driftwood Brewery has become one of the finest breweries in the entire country.

Two former brewers from Lighthouse Brewing Company started Driftwood Brewery: Jason Meyer and Kevin Hearsum. They both became sick of brewing the same thing over and…

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Enjoying the Breweries and Distilleries Near Victoria

Throughout British Columbia, you will find many breweries, distilleries and cideries, providing all kinds of award-winning beer, delicious spirits and hard ciders. Whether you love trying new beer or you prefer a good whiskey, you'll find a great place in BC for your next tour.

Over 50 breweries and brewpubs are found throughout the area and Victoria is one of the hotspots for brewpubs. Many distilleries and cideries are also found here and this was the birthplace of the 100 Mile Diet. A popular choice found at many brewpubs is a great craft beer paired with west coast cuisine.

Another part of the scene throughout the area are the many beer festivals including, The Canada Cup of Beer, The Great Canadian Beer Festival, Hopscotch and the Okanagan…

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Three Festivals to Enjoy for the Winter of 2015

With the winter nearly here, it's important to find events that will help you get out and enjoy some social fun. There are always festivals going on throughout Victoria. Even though the summer is the best time for festivals, there are still a few good choices in the months of January, February and March. Here are three upcoming festivals in Victoria.

Health, Wellness & Sustainability Festival - February 7th at the Victoria Conference Centre

This festival is perfect for those that live healthy and want to learn more about living healthy. There will be plenty of experts on hand to provide their knowledge, along with plenty of vendors. Whether you live a gluten-free lifestyle or you want to learn about massage therapy, you can find it here.

The…

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What can you Expect at The Fairmont Empress During the Winter?

During the holiday season, the Fairmont Empress has transformed into a beautiful winter wonderland that is the perfect place to take the family to have a little fun and make some memories that will last a lifetime. The Fairmont Empress has opened a new ice skating rink right on the front lawn of the hotel.

If you live locally, you can drop by for a few hours just to skate on the rink between the hours of 5pm and 9pm on weekdays and 11am to 9pm on the weekends. They offer several special holiday events on the ice, such as Skating with Santa on Sundays and Skating with the Elves on Christmas Eve.

You can also enjoy a nice hot cup of hot cocoa or apple cider to keep you warm. The Fairmont Empress also offers group skating packages so if you would…

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