I recently rented a vehicle from Hertz at the Nanaimo location and would like to make special…read moremention of their representative Kirk. He displayed exceptional professionalism and made the entire experience, hands down, the most efficient and welcoming rental I have ever experienced. Hopefully Hertz sees this and takes note of his performance. Thank you Kirk and Hertz Jordan -

We've been relying on Oceanside Taxi to get us around while my car is getting worked on. The…read moredrivers are so friendly and they've been really helpful to us. My sister-in-law and I are both handicapped and the drivers have all been so good to us. I highly recommend this company!!

Unreliable late rude on the phone while driving i will never use them again I will be using…read moreElectric Taxi from now on

So taking a taxi usually means get your wallet out. Yellow cab for instance: Parksville to Nanaimo:…read more$112.00 one way = $224 both ways. Took Yellow cab and when I got there the place was closed so to get home they made me pay another 112 even though the driver was driving bakc with no fair. I decided to try Electric taxi and the same trip cost me $40.00 cheaper, the care was much newer and very clean. NOTE: When getting out of the Taxi I forgot my phone. I called them and they said it was there. He drove all the way back to my home to me. All as customer courtesy. Very good company and becuase they are electric I save a LOT OF MONEY! This is an awesome coompany so to be paying THAT SAVED ME $105.00 for both ways becuase its half going back. WHY PAY more for a dirty worn out yellow cab when you can ride in a classy quiet and quiet rideders expence - THEY ROCK!

We don't take Duke Point Ferry Terminal often. Duke Point (Nanaimo) goes to Tsawwassen. This is one…read moreof the more quieter ferry terminal and probably it's due to the limitation that it only goes one place.

On a recent trip to Victoria from Seattle, we decided to take the long way home and drive from…read moreVictoria to Nanaimo, ride the ferry to Vancouver, and spend the day there before returning home. I recommend taking Highway 1A and driving through the little towns of Chemainus (stop here if you have time, otherwise admire the many murals from your car), Saltair, and Ladysmith. 1A will take you to the Duke Point Ferry Terminal, or you can spend some time in Nanaimo and find the best Nanaimo bar (look up the Nanaimo Bar Trail and you'll find many suggestions for who sells them). Situated on a windy finger of land that shares Jack Point and Biggs Park, the ferry terminal itself is well organized and about 20+ lanes across. Buy your tickets online to save time and make sure you get to there an hour before departure. At the window, you can pay your fare or the agent will scan the prepaid barcode In your email. You are then assigned a lane. You can wait in your car or get out and walk around, grab a snack, use the restroom, take in the view, or pose with two orca statues flanking the walkway to the terminal. On the day we were there, two tents were set up with local arts and crafts. A large digital sign gave sailing information and PSAs about COVID safety. When it was time for everyone to board, an announcement was made asking us to return to our vehicles. About 10 or 15 minutes later, attendants guided us to the awaiting ferry. Everything was orderly and well organized, and I can't wait to come back.

better than usual trip from Duke Pt to Tswassen - ferry was on time for the first time in many…read moretrips, and boarding was smooth and professional. food is never great but lentil soup with yam fry poutine is a quirky standby. worth looking for whales!

What can you say. This is a service that runs between the mainland of vancouver and the outlying…read moreislands. They can be very busy, and you should where at all possible to make reservations in advance.

Outstanding day and wonderful tour guide. Leif is a pleasure to spend the day with. He picked us…read moreup, took us to the caves, then bought us a fantastic lunch, then waterfall and old growth forest trails. We highly recommend!

Room 310 is a 1 bedroom suite with full kitchen and 1 1/2 baths. Layout wise, it is perfect. The…read morefireplace was a nice touch and was used a little. The balcony overlooks Parksville Bay and provides a wonderful view which was quite enjoyable and used a lot. Downsides are what can only be described as one of the worst beds we've ever experienced. Definitely time for a new mattress! The room was sometimes noisy with kids running around in adjacent rooms. Housekeeping service was OK, but not consistent as far as when the rooms get cleaned. Parking can be problematic, as there were times when the garage was full. Restaurant food and drinks is a plus, and room service was excellent. All in all, we had a nice week there.

Do you enjoy waiting exorbitant amounts of time for the only elevator that can deliver you to your…read moreroom 8 floors up? Do you like having to go down those same 8 floors, up another elevator, and into another wing of the resort to retrieve ice for your room? Enjoy cramped quarters with a closet for a bathroom? This is your spot. They'll only charge about $350 a night for the privilege. Staff was nice enough. They'll gladly tell you with a smile and a slight chuckle that you have to pack a bag and a lunch to retrieve ice from another Provence. After all, you're paying for their entertainment. Enjoy. Or maybe not. The view and location get them the 3 stars. For a 4th star I'll need an ice machine closer than the distance Tom Brady can launch a football.

A local here. We have stayed here 3 times in our own RV during renovations. Both the price and…read moreamenities are better than the two RV campgrounds on beach in Parksville and it is right beside the main community beach park where all events happen. In fact, you can get a gate key to short-cut the access the park and its sandy beaches. It has a fabulous gravelled beach walk that goes around the outside of the resort on the ocean and the estuary. We didn't use the pool or the hot tub but they seemed to be well used. The main club house had a pool table and there was an ice cream social while we were there. Also Name That Tune and karaoke. Horseshoe pits, lawn bowling, and plenty of chairs and picnic tables in the common area in front of the beach. In front is a large gravel protrusion into the ocean with lots of driftwood to build forts. Tennis and pickleball courts also appear well maintained. There are several clubhouses with bathrooms, showers, laundry and games rooms. All were extremely clean and up to date. $2 a wash and $2 to dry. One time we were camped amongst RV's with no view. Once right next to the estuary and the third time next to the estuary and with a view of the sunset over the Parksville Community Beach. This will continue to be our retreat during renovations or where we will recommend for our friends who visit.

Friendly staff and residents! I highly recommend staying here. Spotless laundry rooms, rec centers…read moreand beautiful beaches. What more can you ask for!