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BEGINS IN: VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA

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EasyFor people looking to exercise their minds more than their bodies. There’s minimal walking and not too many stairs.
ModerateThese programs get you on your feet and include activities such as walking up to a mile in a day through a city and standing in a museum for a few hours.
ActiveFor people who enjoy walking as much as two miles a day, perhaps to explore historic neighborhoods or a nature trail.
Moderately ChallengingFor hardy explorers who enjoy a good physical challenge, spending most of their days on the go.
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Start of Program
Aug 20, 2012
Arrivals to hotel in Victoria, British Columbia. Check-in after 3:00 p.m.
You will be staying at the Queen Victoria Hotel and Suites that night.
Location: Victoria, BC
Nearest city or town: Victoria
Nearest airport: Victoria International Airport

End of Program
Aug 29, 2012
Departures from Victoria, British Columbia.Ends after breakfast.Check out by 12:00 Noon.
You will be staying at the Queen Victoria Hotel and Suites the night before.
Location: Victoria, BC
Additional transportation information same as above.
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Type: Full Service Hotel

 Description: The Queen Victoria Hotel & Suites are located in the heart of downtown, directly beside the Royal BC Museum and the historic Empress Hotel, and a 3-minute walk from the scenic Inner Harbour and the Parliament Buildings. Picturesque Beacon Hill Park, all approximately 180 acres of it, is just outside the front door and features walking trails, totem poles, a petting zoo, concerts and much more.

Contact info:
655 Douglas Street
Victoria, BC V8V 2P9 Canada
phone: 250-386-1312
web: www.qvhotel.com/about.shtml

Room amenities: Rooms feature full-size balconies, many with harbor and city views; coffee/tea, hair dryer, wireless high-speed Internet connection; and an in-room safe.

Facility amenities: Facilities include Jacuzzi, fitness room, indoor pool, sauna, on-site dining and free downtown shuttle service.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: N/A
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Check in time: 3:00 PM
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Type: Full Service Hotel

 Description: The Queen Victoria Hotel & Suites are located in the heart of downtown, directly beside the Royal BC Museum and the historic Empress Hotel, and a 3-minute walk from the scenic Inner Harbour and the Parliament Buildings. Picturesque Beacon Hill Park, all approximately 180 acres of it, is just outside the front door and features walking trails, totem poles, a petting zoo, concerts and much more.

Contact info:
655 Douglas Street
Victoria, BC V8V 2P9 Canada
phone: 250-386-1312
web: www.qvhotel.com/about.shtml

Room amenities: Rooms feature full-size balconies, many with harbor and city views; coffee/tea, hair dryer, wireless high-speed Internet connection; and an in-room safe.

Facility amenities: Facilities include Jacuzzi, fitness room, indoor pool, sauna, on-site dining and free downtown shuttle service.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights after: N/A
N/A

Check out time: 12:00 PM
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•13 Field trips
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