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Athens: Enjoy the olives, the sunset, and the Acropolis

Athens: Enjoy the olives, the sunset, and the Acropolis

Athens is a little rough and unfurnished, but cheap food, incredible views from the Parthenon, and its base of history will blow your mind.
London: Lose yourself along the Thames, and drink the thickest beer you can

London: Lose yourself along the Thames, and drink the thickest beer you can

London's a funny vacation spot, because it's not a vacation spot. Still, there can't be a definitively greater city in the world.

HELEN LANG: Caring for a strong and healthy hydrangea

A very satisfactory shrub with few enemies and lots of flowers held in big trusses
The art of downsizing

The art of downsizing

Downsizing diva urges everyone to start early
Summer markets bloom around Greater Victoria

Summer markets bloom around Greater Victoria

From produce to crafts, markets have plenty to offer
Barb’s seafood a favourite for 29 seasons

Barb’s seafood a favourite for 29 seasons

Fisherman’s Wharf icon voted best fish and chips in Best of the City
Pint-sized animals great for petting

Pint-sized animals great for petting

Beacon Hill children’s farm an ideal place for kids to develop a love for animals
Will entertain for raw fish on the harbour

Will entertain for raw fish on the harbour

Victoria’s resident seals delight visitors and locals alike
Seeking fun for free across Greater Victoria

Seeking fun for free across Greater Victoria

Budget-minded family activities abound in the Capital Region
Tartan Toque soars with its chicken wings

Tartan Toque soars with its chicken wings

First-year Victoria restaurant gets creative with pub food staple