Victoria, British Columbia, is a perfect destination for family travelers interested in sustainability. The city is Canada’s first Biosphere Certified urban destination. In January, Victoria will also host the IMPACT Sustainability Travel & Tourism Summit.
Plan your eco-friendly stay:
Lodging
Parkside Hotel & Spa is the first urban hotel in the world to join the Beyond Green platform. For every reservation booked, the property will plant one kelp in the local coastal kelp forest. Pendray Inn & Tea House offers a variety of sustainably sourced dining options from dishware to ingredients. Inn at Laurel Point is British Columbia’s first carbon-neutral hotel.
Dining
Finest at Sea serves up 100 percent wild caught and sustainably fished seafood at its market and food truck. 10 Acres Farm & Restaurants features four unique dining concepts, each utilizing locally grown and sourced ingredients. The farm supplies everything from honey from on-site bees to fruit preserves from the orchard. The Courtney Room offers sustainable fine dining.
Activities
Malahat Skywalk is an award-winning sustainable site high above the region’s rainforests. Built through a collaboration with the Malahat Nation, the Skywalk partners with local organizations on the Flora Restoration Project. Victoria is one of the most bike-friendly cities in Canada. There are many bike rental options for visitors including Electric Alpine and The Pedaler. Guided tours are also available. Learn more about Victoria’s indigenous history on a guided excursion with Songhees Tours.
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