“Nestled 45-minutes north of Victoria, the Cowichan Valley is a beautiful region that spans across the whole of the island from Port Renfew on the west and Nanaimo to the east. It boasts the warmest year-round temperatures in the whole of Canada and because of this, it’s ideal for farming and grape growing and there are a number of wineries, cideries and distilleries dotted around the region. It’s also home to a whole range of outdoor adventures, from hiking and kayaking to fishing and concerts and festivals.”