Hotel di Victoria, Australia

Victoria, on Vancouver Island's southern tip, is famous for the Butchart Gardens and orca whale watching in the Haro Strait. Its mild climate has dry summers around 72 degrees F (22 degrees C) for cycling and harbor kayaking, and wet winters around 45 degrees F (7 degrees C) for indoor visits to the Royal BC Museum and Craigdarroch Castle. The region offers two distinct vibes: the walkable Inner Harbour with Parliament buildings and street performers, and the rural Sooke area for coastal trails and salmon fishing.