Introducing Port Alberni
Although its key fishing and forestry sectors have been declining for decades, Alberni – located at the head of Vancouver Island’s longest inlet – was initially slow to develop itself as a tourist destination. But the double whammy of aboriginal and pioneer heritage plus easy access to some truly outstanding natural wilderness makes this an ideal spot for an off-the-beaten-path visit. For more information, check in with the Alberni Valley Visitor Centre (250-724-6535; www.avcoc.com; 2533 Redford St; 8am-6pm mid-May–Aug, 9am-5pm Mon-Fri, 10am-2pm Sat & Sun Sep–mid-May).
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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Re: Alberta - BC Road Trip Route
by Eschew 07 September 2011
If you have lots of time and enjoy hiking, plan a trip to Waterton. My personal feeling is that it is the "undeveloped" part of the Canadian…
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Re: Nainamo ferry to Vancouver
by tofino_surfer 22 August 2011
>Interesting. The difference is in the Tofino -> Port Alberni stretch. Google has 2 hrs 41, Yahoo has 1 hr 40. >I wonder which is closer…
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RE: Nainamo ferry to Vancouver
by awd 21 August 2011
Interesting. The difference is in the Tofino -> Port Alberni stretch. Google has 2 hrs 41, Yahoo has 1 hr 40. I wonder which is closer…
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