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Victoria Flights - A short guide. Capital to British Columbia, Canada, Victoria has become a bustling tourist destination welcoming nearly 4 million visitors a year. The local economy benefits from over one billion tourism dollars. On the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria is home to Ogden Point terminal, a port for cruise ships. Proximity to Canada’s Pacific naval base, The Canadian Forces Base, Esquimalt, brings Victoria additional economic benefits. The downtown core is a lively cluster of theatres, pubs, restaurants and night clubs, and the heart of many public events. Tens of thousands of locals and visitors alike are drawn to the festivities which include Canada Day fireworks spectacle, VEMF concerts as well as Symphony Splash. Sporting events have also made their way to Victoria. The Ford World Men’s Curling Championship tournament in 2005 and the 1994 Commonwealth Games are among the popular events. The recent Scotties Tournament of Hearts in 2009 also drew crowds while 2006 Skate Canada had graceful skaters from 15 countries. In 2007 the city co-hosted the FIFA U-20 World Cup at Royal Athletic Park. This is also the venue for the Bastion Square Grand Prix Criterium, a road cycling race. Conventions and conferences are also an important part of the city’s economy. The 2007 North Atlantic Treaty Organization meeting is of note. Search for For Cheap Flights to Victoria Now!
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