Twice named best city in the Americas since 2000, Victoria, British Columbia is vibrant and full of culture. Victoria has the mildest climate in Canada, with the intimate wild beauty of the Pacific coast and the adventure of the great outdoors. Golfing and gardening are an integral of life on Vancouver Island, as are walking, hiking, cycling and birding. World Class museums and Arts are also a must see. The ocean is a large part of life in British Columbia and, to truly experience Victoria, getting out on the water is essential; boating, sailing, fishing, canoeing, diving and whale-watching adventures are plentiful. Visitors seeking British Columbia accommodations that hold the natural splendor of Victoria and Vancouver Island British Columbia are in luck. Many of the accommodations boast stunning views of the ocean, mountains, old-growth forests, farmland, gardens and marinas. Culture is also plentiful, with The Victoria Symphony, led by Tania Miller, performing at the Royal Theatre and the Farquhar Auditorium of the University of Victoria from September to May every year is but one of the major cultural attractions of Victoria. Local public transport is also available and includes buses and a rail system which link all major destinations to one another. Air travel is also readily available. All in all, for a relaxing temperate and pleasant getaway away from the hustle and bustle of rushed city culture, Victoria BC has it all, integrating nature and relaxation into a beautiful and quixotic mix.