Victoria and Vancouver Island: A Personal Tour of an Almost Perfect Eden
- ISBN-10
- 0762708220
- ISBN-13
- 9780762708222
- Category
- Vancouver (B.C.)
- Pages
- 338
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2000-11
- Authors
- Gerald N. Hill, Kathleen Hill
Description
Explore the West Coast as only a native can with these witty and fact-filled Hill Guides "TM". You'll get an intimate view of the joys and pleasures offered in each region as Kathleen and Gerald Hill take you through the scenic countryside, in and out of town centers, and to little-known destinations. Through detailed walking and driving tours, they tell you all the insider secrets: local hangouts, great diners and exquisite restaurants, festivals, unusual boutiques and shops, and delightful accommodations, with special emphasis on wineries small and large. Also features new recipes from the area's top chefs.
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Other editions
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- 2003-10
- 336 pages
- Paperback
- Guilford, Conn. : Globe Pequot Press
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