Sidney Pier Hotel Celebrates Second Birthday by Lisa Makar, General Manager, The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa Well it’s hard to believe that two years have passed since The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa, Haro’s, CafÊ Georgia and Haven Spa all opened on May 1st, 2007. So much has happened over the past couple of years; most importantly the relationships we have made with so many fantastic local partners and the amazing support that we have seen from the residents of the Saanich Peninsula. We at The Pier are so fortunate that we work on the Saanich Peninsula and many of us are lucky to live here as well. There is a strong sense of community, a commitment to supporting local businesses and a desire to see this area continue to grow and thrive.
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the Peninsula’s agro tourism, shop the unique retailers in Sidney and then choose from a fantastic array of experiences and providers to get you out in the marine environment? What’s more, every one of these experiences is within 15 minutes of each other! That makes us a truly unrivalled destination, and if I ever catch myself taking it for granted, I merely need to eavesdrop on a hotel guest raving about a day on the Peninsula and I remember that what everyone we have here is world class.
I encourage to be a tourist on your own Peninsula! ~ Lisa Makar
So on that note‌ I encourage everyone to ‘be a tourist on your own Peninsula!’ Take a drive and explore, wander the streets of Sidney or Brentwood and get out there on that fantastic ocean. May couldn’t be a better month with the pleasant weather, the flowers in bloom and the whales spotted. By the way, The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa is offering our Locals Rate for the month of May so come, stay and make a weekend of it!
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For our industry, Tourism & Hospitality, that growth is dependent on the continued promotion of the Saanich Peninsula as a destination unto itself. And what a destination it is! I often say that what differentiates us from other getaways is the diversity and proximity of what we have to offer. In what other place can you experience a world renowned attraction like the Butchart Gardens, explore
There’s no way I can list all of the amazing businesses on the Peninsula but below are just a few that offer some fantastic experiences. Please check out the Tourist Info Centres on the Pat Bay, Beacon and Lochside for a complete list of everything you can do.
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2538 Beacon Avenue, Sidney 250-655-9700 www.sidneypier.com/haros
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