Victoria, BC

July 14

We made it!!  Nice, smooth crossing of Haro Strait yesterday and no problem with customs.  We are docked right in front of he Empress Hotel on the promenade.  Beautiful buildings and floral gardens everywhere!

As you can see, the Bonaroo is dwarfed by some of our neighbors, but we’re having as much fun as they are. 

On our way into Victoria Harbor, we passed this picturesque lighthouse:

   We walked around downtown and did a little shopping yesterday.  We enjoyed some of the street entertainers on the promenade and Bill found a great hot dog and ice cream float shop.  More walking and people-watching last evening and then enjoyed seeing the parliament buildings after dark:

July 15

Bill went to the Royal BC Museum yesterday while I dog-sat.  He enjoyed the exhibits very much, especially those dealing with the native cultures.  Earlier in the day, I went to Miniature World – very well done – went to a high-end grocery (Yikes!  how do people afford to live here?!?), and found a bead shop!  I was looking for unique beads but found none.  I did, however,find some beads that I need to complete a project – score!

It is just wonderful being in the heart of downtown Victoria!  Such a metropolitan city; full of tourists, to be sure, and many friendly boaters.  We plan to head to Sidney Spit Marine Park at around noon – going with the tide.