Whale-watching in Tofino BC and the galleries of native and island art offer a new perspective on island living. Tofino and Ucluelet BC, just 6 kilometres to the south, are visited annually by thousalds of tourists and vacationers. Vacationing on Mid Vancouver Island is varied, with beachfront accommodation available at Mackenzie beach and throughout Ucluet and Tofino. Major construction to accomodate the vacationers has seen many lodges and beachfront condos built in recent years.

  Nanaimo and Vancouver Island's east coast are more accessible through the Island Highway. With 100 years of history, Nanaimo BC is a cultural city centre from the waterfront Bastion and art gallery district, to urban development of beautiful oceanview condominiums.

  Surfing at Long Beach, for beginners and intermediates, is just one activity in which the whole family can participate. The sand and tidal pools seem to never end! Exploring Mid Vancouver Island could take a long time, so plan time for soaking in the atmosphere, or meditating on the beach in a distinctive island setting. Pacific Rim National Park Reserve includes Long Beach BC and runs much of the coast down past Ucluelet BC to Bamfield BC.

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