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Authentic Experiencers

If you have taken the EQ Quiz, you already know you are an Authentic Experiencer. You search for authentic, tangible engagement with your destinations. You have an interest in understanding the history of the places you visit, preferring to stay away from crowds & family time is often a priority. You endeavour to find local culture & locally crafted souvenirs, preferring to plan your holiday ahead, and enjoy the softer side of adventures.

Authentic Experiencers love to visit Parksville Qualicum Beach to savour our local charm, discover our natural beauty, have some quirky fun, rejuvenate, and to reconnect with family, friends, and with the past.

As you browse this website, you will notice personalized suggestions we have made for you and other Authentic Experiencers. We've gathered some suggestions for Authentic Experiencers on things to do, events, specials, and blog posts throughout the site and right here, on your Authentic Experiencer home page.

Things to Do

Qualicum Beach Heritage Forest

Take a walk in the Heritage Forest of Qualicum Beach, 50 acres of rare remnant old growth forest - a mixture of Coastal Douglas Fir, Western Red Cedar, Hemlock, Grand Fir & Sitka Spruce. Smile at the

Museums

The Qualicum Beach Museum is a historic building featuring an extensive and world-renowned palaeontology exhibit, along with captivating First Nations' and social history exhibits. The latter incl

Englishman River Falls Provincial Park

Located near Errington, just a short drive from Parksville and Qualicum Beach, this is one of the prettiest BC Parks on Vancouver Island, with camping, picnic areas, swimming and hiking, and two spect

Top Specials Picked for Authentic Experiencer

9 & Dine at Arrowsmith Golf & Micky J's

Golf & Dine. Join us for Golf & Dinner any day of the week after 3:30 PM. Play 9 holes of golf and choose from a special selection of meal choices at Micky J's Restaurant at Arrowsmith Golf and Country Club.

Unplug at Tigh-Na-Mara

You Choose What You Need & Want - Power down with 2 or more nights and Relax, Refresh, Revive, Refuel, Reconnect!

Oceanfront Studio Getaway

Save big by booking a last minute stay in a beautiful oceanfront studio overlooking famous Rathtrevor Beach and the Sunshine Coast Mountains!

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