Category Archives: Tours & Charters

Tourism Nanaimo goes Grizzy Bear Watching with Tide Rip Tours!

Posted on July 23, 2010 by Aidan

Thanks to Tide Rip Tours, Tourism Nanaimo was invited up to the small community of Telegraph Cove to experience a one-of-a-kind opportunity: Grizzy Bear Watching. Like Whale Watching, Grizzly Bear Watching is one of the most exciting tourist attractions on … Continue reading →

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Prepare to be Amazed, a great video about Nanaimo

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Aidan

Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, Nanaimo’s an easy city to love. This video showcases some of the best aspects of our great city, and shows why it’s one of Vancouver Island’s most exciting and diverse travel destinations! 0

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Winner of the 2010 ‘Passport to your City’ Staycation Package!

Posted on June 17, 2010 by Aidan

Congratulations to Lindsay Widsten, winner of the 2010 Tourism Nanaimo ‘Passport to your City’ Staycation! The Package includes: A one night stay at the Coast Bastion Inn A one night stay at the Painted Turtle Guesthouse Dinner for four at … Continue reading →

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Nanaimo Featured on Two Great Blogs!

Posted on June 9, 2010 by Aidan

Nanaimo was recently mentioned on a travel blog called Travelling Mamas. This group travel blog concept was created by travel writer Shannon Hurst Lane to inspire women to get out there and explore the world — whether that means vacations … Continue reading →

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Tourism Nanaimo visits the 6th Annual Floating Boat & Marine Show!

Posted on June 7, 2010 by Aidan

Morgan, one of our summer students, was on hand at the Tourism Nanaimo booth! What a beautiful day! The Vancouver Island Floating Boat & Marine Show is always a fun event, and this year was no different. You couldn’t have … Continue reading →

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Have you got your Passport?

Posted on June 1, 2010 by Aidan

Have you picked up a Passport to your City yet? If so, you’re already enjoying all the great discounts and deals offered by over 40 Nanaimo-area businesses and attractions! If you haven’t, what are you waiting for! You’ve got just … Continue reading →

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Celebrate ‘Tourism Week’ with Tourism Nanaimo!

Posted on May 28, 2010 by Aidan

Tourism Nanaimo Presents “TOURISM WEEK” in the Harbour City! May 31 – June 6, 2010   Don’t forget to check out these amazing events all happening next week in Nanaimo: Tourism Nanaimo is proud to bring you Stuart Ellis-Myers, aka: … Continue reading →

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Tourism Nanaimo’s ‘Passport to your City’ contest!

Posted on May 17, 2010 by Aidan

Get ready to explore your city! Tourism Nanaimo has teamed with Leadership BC and businesses throughout Nanaimo to bring you fantastic discounts and exciting opportunities. We open the doors for you to explore what’s in your own backyard, right here … Continue reading →

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Be a Tourist in your Own Town

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Aidan

With an increasing desire to watch your budget and stay closer to home, planning to get away can be a challenge. There is a travel alternative that’s easy on both time and money: Be a Tourist in Your Own Town. … Continue reading →

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Day Trip ideas in the Nanaimo Area

Posted on March 8, 2010 by Aidan

If you’re looking for day trip ideas around the Nanaimo area for yourself or visitors, check out these YouTube video tours and photo tours of some of our favourites-courtesy of the Living Forest Oceanside Campground & RV. Each one is … Continue reading →

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