“every visitor counts during the slower winter months By highl ghting the region's culinary scene and accommodations, this event invites both locals and visitors to experience the unique offerings of our destination Such events have a lasting impact Victoria and neighbouring esquimalt boast a long maritime history, from early explorers charting a course through local waters, to fishers, ferry captains and the canadian navy sailors protecting our shores. Brant place to visit, says paul nursey, ceo of destination greater victoria As the official tourism board for greater victoria, we work tirelessly to showcase our members and connect guests to authentic local experiences
(december 13, 2024) — as the new year approaches, destination greater victoria (dgv) introduces a new program to help people prioritize their heath and wellness in 2025. According to the latest data, greater victoria welcomed 4.9 million visitors in 2023, generating $3.5 billion in economic outputs and contributing $2 billion to the region’s gross domestic product (gdp). Victoria flower count was born The first flower count “head office” was in a corner window at eaton’s Four vol nteers staffed the phones, as local residents tallie their blossoms and dialed in with their official counts The same year, over 130 million blooms were counted.
