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GARDENS AT THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS HOTEL

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Victoria is known as the City of Gardens. Explore the history of one of it’s most photographed blooms – the gardens at Fairmont Empress!

Spring Getaway in Victoria

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If you’re ready to shake off that winter cabin fever and enjoy some springtime fun, Victoria, British Columbia is the perfect spot. With so much to explore this spring, it’s hard to know where to start – so we put together some of our top picks.

Top 5: Winston’s Top Dog-Friendly Spots in Victoria

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Fairmont Empress Canine Ambassador Winston joined the team in January 2019. Since then he has been hard at work welcoming guests, stealing hearts and eating treats. If you’ll be travelling with your dog this summer, Winston knows all the great spots to check out together.

An Affair Steeped in History

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HISTORY OF AFTERNOON TEA The storied tradition of afternoon tea began in 1840 in England when the seventh Duchess of Bedford found herself peckish around 4pm. Dinner was served fashionably…

Top 5: Family Fun in Victoria, BC

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We’ve curated a list of our top picks for the ultimate family fun in Victoria, BC.

Live Colourfully. Empress 1908 Gin.

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The Fairmont Empress has been delighting guests with beautifully crafted cocktails since opening its doors in 1908. Fairmont Empress has partnered with Victoria Distillers – one of the oldest small-batch spirit distilleries in Canada – to bring you Empress 1908 Gin.