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Virtual Travellers

If you have taken the EQ Quiz, and already know you are a Virtual Traveller, you probably won't be surprised to learn that you tend not to travel very often, you prefer the comforts of home to the uncertainties of new places and cultural differences. Often very active locally, you usually find enough to satisfy your sense of exploration within your community. Your trips tend to be shorter, closer to home and centred on family events.

Virtual Travellers love to visit Parksville Qualicum Beach to savour our local charm, to relax, 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 Virtual Travellers. We've gathered some suggestions for Virtual Travellers on things to do, events, specials, and blog posts throughout the site and right here, on your Virtual Traveller home page.

Things to Do

Street Markets

Inspiration will overcome you as you peruse our local street markets. Local talent is abundant and you'll see it in all sorts of crafts, clothing, jewelry, fine art and tasty treats at a number of

Local Beer

Craft beer lovers looking for a spot to base their Vancouver Island tasting adventures need look no further. Not only is Parksville Qualicum Beach home to two craft breweries, it's also only minutes

Animal Attractions

Click here for our Attractions Travel Directory featuring a complete listing and comparison of local attractions. Everyone loves animals, and there's no shortage of opportunities to observe, admire

Top Specials Picked for Virtual Traveller

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!

Grotto Spa Dip & Dine

Enjoy a dip in the Grotto Mineral Pool, followed by Endless Tapas in the Treetop Tapas & Grill. This special package offers a pass to the Grotto Mineral Pool and one seating of Endless Tapas per person.

Autumn Escape to Ocean Trails Resort

Celebrate our fantastic Pacific Northwest Autumn in all its colourful glory and escape to Rathtrevor Beach, just steps from Ocean Trails Resort. All this fall guests who stay 3 nights will get 1 night free in all room categories! Offer is good for travel

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