April 19th, 2013 @ 11:34am by Rebecca Bollwitt
Victoria is once again hosting Social Media Camp, a massive gathering of social media enthusiasts, users, and a professionals with high profile keynote speakers, on-site training and fantastic networking opportunities. When A full schedule of speakers, workshops, and more from Monday, May 6th to Wednesday, May 8th. Where Victoria Conference Centre (720 Douglas St in [...]
January 15th, 2013 @ 2:39pm by Rebecca Bollwitt
Two years ago John and I had our first Bed & Breakfast experience at Humboldt House in Victoria. The historic 1893 inn exceeded any expectations we had and we have yet to experience another bed and breakfast quite like it. We returned this past weekend as WordCamp Victoria put me up at Humboldt House for [...]
January 10th, 2013 @ 1:06pm by Rebecca Bollwitt
Victoria is hosting its annual WordCamp event this Saturday, January 12, 2013 at UVic. This one-day conference covers all things WordPress, which has come a long way from simply being a blogging platform. WordPress actually powers many of the world’s most popular websites (including CNN, New York Times, GM, and more) and is still a [...]
January 8th, 2013 @ 9:44am by Rebecca Bollwitt
Two lovely ladies in my life are engaged to be married to the men that make their lives complete. Being involved with both ceremonies, I have had wedding on the brain for the last few weeks and have put together a list of upcoming bridal shows that will help brides to be plan their special [...]
August 28th, 2012 @ 2:37pm by Rebecca Bollwitt
The BC Travel Tuesday series concludes for another season as we’ve given away over $3500 worth of hotel stays and experiences for properties around BC. Thanks to everyone who entered and to my contest partner, Backyard BC. Featuring a variety of hotels and resorts located throughout the province, Backyard BC provides residents of British Columbia [...]
July 24th, 2012 @ 10:19am by Rebecca Bollwitt
The BC Travel Tuesday series is returning this summer as I once again partner with Backyard BC to highlight hotels and destinations around the province. I will feature a weekly giveaway to 6 different properties for the next 6 Tuesdays in a row and Backyard BC will host a grand prize giveaway where you can [...]
July 12th, 2012 @ 1:30pm by Rebecca Bollwitt
The City of Victoria is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year as the town site of Fort Victoria was incorporated on August 2nd in 1862. Events have been planned throughout the year along with a community festival and ceremony on August 2nd at Centennial Square. There will be music, performances, birthday cake, and much more. [...]
June 26th, 2012 @ 11:14am by Rebecca Bollwitt
Taste: Victoria’s Festival of Food and Wine returns for the fourth year, July 19th to 22nd, to showcase the best and freshest culinary creations in BC. There are four focused event categories for events that include: Land, Ocean, Cuisine, and Wine. Photo credit: John Bollwitt on Flickr The Main Event takes place Thursday, July 19, [...]