Victoria Express

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.

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On Friday, February 19, 2010, Paul Mowbray and Tracy Mills will perform their original music at the Heron Rock Bistro in Victoria from 7 to 9:30pm. Mowbray is a master of the guitar, and Mills a virtuoso on violin; their sound blends together like an intimate conversation.

BullFrogMusic calls this "single malt scotch or fine wine music" and tells us to "drink in the sound." Good thing they'll be playing at the Heron Rock Bistro, at #4-435 Simcoe Street, Victoria, BC. Listen to Paul Mowbray and Tracy Mills as you enjoy local oysters on the half-shell, or kalamari with sesame-cilantro aioli and crispy cumin batter.

Is it worth visiting Victoria BC for this event? You bet it is.

Victoria Express is currently offering several fantastic Victoria travel packages. Cross the Salish Sea in comfort, enjoy a visit to Craigdarroch Castle, a Grand City Tour, or an afternoon at the Royal BC Museum. Soak in the sounds of funky folky jazz in the evening. Victoria Express will take care of travel and accommodations - you need only decide to go.

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If you have ever been to Victoria, BC, you know that it is a city that loves to eat. Only one city in North America has more restaurants per capita than Victoria (San Francisco). A small city that can be easily explored by foot, Victoria is the ideal destination for a gustatory getaway.

The Seventh Annual Dine Around and Stay in Town event will take place from February 18 to March 7, 2010, in Victoria.

57 restaurants are participating in this year's event. They will offer three-course menus for $20, $30 or $40 CDN. To help make your meal complete, restaurants will suggest British Columbia Wines for each dish.

Here is an example of what you can expect for $20: Sips Artisan Bistro on Simcoe St. offers a choice of seafood chowder, organic greens or a spinach and blue cheese salad for an appetizer; and a local cheese plate, a charcuterie and cheese plate, or a local fish plate for an entree (suggested pairing: a 2007 Tinhorn Merlot). For dessert, enjoy Spinnakers truffles (paired with Quail's Gate L.H. Foch). Prices do not include beverages.

A complete list of participating restaurants and their menus is available at Dine Around and Stay in Town.

In order to encourage travelers to Victoria to stay longer and eat more, several excellent hotels are offering special pricing during this event: $69, $79, $99 and $129 per night. A complete list of accommodations is available at Dine Around and Stay in Town.

Travel to Victoria is easy when you entrust yourself to Victoria Express. Cross the Salish Sea in style, whether your point of departure is Seattle or Port Angeles. Please call 360.452.8088 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.

Please see our ID Requirements to learn what is necessary for travel between the United States and Canada.