Victoria Express

It's time to drop everything and start making plans to visit Victoria BC this weekend for the 10th Anniversary Celebration of the Brazilian Cultural Festival. The Festival is going on right now and continues through March 14.

Capoeira is a unique Brazilian art form that combines dance, music and martial arts. Participants form a ring and take turns dancing, playing musical instruments, or ritually sparring. The style tends to be fluid and acrobatic. It is fascinating and fun to behold.

The Victoria Brazilian Festival celebrates 10 years of Capoeira and Brazilian Culture in Victoria BC. Over 35 teachers, along with Professor Testa, Mestre Barrao and Axe Capoeira Victoria will participate. Evening workshops for children and adults are scheduled Thursday through Saturday, so if you are interested in trying Capoeira, now is your chance!

Brazilian music is internationally renowned - one reason you won't want to miss the all ages Dance Party Saturday the 13th. The dance party is at the Victoria Event Centre, at 2-1415 Broad Street in downtown Victoria, from 10 pm to 1 am. For tickets contact the VEC.

The Batizado and Troca das Cordas ceremony takes place Sunday afternoon, from 4 to 8 pm, at the Royal Theatre; new students are "baptized" into the group, and continuing students who are advancing a level are recognized. The new students receive their first cord, and continuing students receive a new cord. This is an important ritual for every Axe Capoeira group, and it involves much sparring. Tickets are available at the Royal Theatre.

Victoria Express can make all arrangements for your visit to Victoria BC. Call 360-452-8088 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Please look at our ID Requirements to learn about identification needed when traveling between Canada and the United States.

Put on your traveling cloaks and pack your bags! Travel to Victoria, then head to the Victoria Symphony for a trip around the world on Wednesday, March 20, 2010, at 2:30 pm.

Scott Walker hosts the event, part of the Royal Tea Concerts at the Royal Theatre. The talented Giuseppe Pietraroia will lead the orchestra on an exploration of music from around the world. They'll make stops in Britain, France, Italy, and many other places, and play music that was created in each country as they go.

Start the afternoon with tea and treats in the lobby of the historic Royal Theatre, at 805 Broughton Street in downtown Victoria. Then make your way around the world in style.

Stretch your legs after the show by walking the neighborhood, where there are many excellent restaurants. Just around the corner, Yokohama Japanese Restaurant has all you can eat sushi, and the Pink Bicycle serves up tasty gourmet burgers. Nearby, the Noodle Box offers a "Fresh Fun Fiery Experience", and Baan Thai promises complex flavours in each mouthful. Or walk a block or two and find yourself at the Sticky Wicket, a traditional British pub. You are sure to find some place to tickle your fancy and your palate within a few blocks.

Victoria Express can help with your Victoria travel arrangements. You don't need to wait for our season to start. Call 360.452.8088 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it today.

Please read about identification requirements at our ID Requirements page.