PROTECTION ISLAND AND NEWCASTLE ISLAND
Only a 10 minute passenger only ferry ride from Nanaimo's downtown harbor. Protection Island is home to North America's only floating pub - the Dinghy Dock Pub. Newcastle Island is rich in history, hiking and walking trails, interpretive programs, great beaches, picnic and camping sites. Both of these destination's ferry services are an easy walk from Travelodge Nanaimo.
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NEIGHBOURHOOD FARMERS MARKET
Nanaimo hosts Nanaimo Farmers Markets throughout town...
Wednesday afternoons at Beban Park
Friday mornings in Bastion Square
Saturdays at Nanaimo North Town Center
Dates vary, from May through to October
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VANCOUVER ISLAND EXHIBITION
Friday, August 20, 2010 - Sunday, August 22, 2010
It's cotton candy time again! Come over to Beban Park for some old fashioned fun, farm-style. Wander the 4-H animal exhibits, excite with carnival rides and games, get hypnotised during an on-stage show, or party down with the live bands in the evenings. Don't miss the Tractor Parade daily!
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NANAIMO BLUES FESTIVAL
Proud to be home to world renown Blues artist Diana Kroll, Nanaimo offers a showcase for local, national and international Blues musicians during 4 days of free outdoor concerts. Bring a blanket for stargazing in venues around town like Diana Kroll Plaza or Maffeo-Sutton Park. Picnic style for families, or cuddled in a dark Martini bar for 2, the sounds are sure to pull and inspire.
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NANAIMO HARBOUR OPEN AIR CONCERTS
Happening frequently in summer months, Nanaimo hosts a myriad of musicians Sunday evenings at 6pm. These are free, family friendly events a short walk from Travelodge Nanaimo. Take a picnic and enjoy dinner in the park while listening to blues, jazz, childrens, or classical music.
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THE BASTION
Whole Year
The Bastion was built in 1853 as an original Hudson’s Bay Company outpost and is now a Museum that gives insight into the early day’s of Nanaimo’s beginnings.
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NANAIMO MUSEUM
Nanaimo’s regional museum is a worthwhile introduction to the area’s past. The new expanded exhibit gallery portrays the unique aspects of Nanaimo’s location, nature and character.
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NANAIMO HARBOUR TOURS
For $55 per person, you spend 45 minutes touring around Nanaimo’s inner harbour on the world famous pickle boat. Also, there is a free walking tour of Nanaimo by Tourism Nanaimo.
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CYBER CITY AMUSEMENTS
Located 10 minutes from the hotel on Bowen Road, there is something for the whole family to do, from video games to mini golf and batting cages.
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ROMPER ROOM
The Romper Room has been Vancouver Island’s Premier Indoor Rock Climbing Destination since 1996. Whether for fun, Fitness or to challenge your mind, there is over 7500 square feet of climbing surface that is good for all ages.
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