our 2026 destination property
Welcome to our host hotel in Nanaimo, on beautiful Vancouver Island, your home base for this year’s brand conference. Situated right on the harborside with views of the sheltered inlet and surrounding forested hills, our location puts you in the heart of a welcoming coastal city with plenty to explore after sessions. Soak in the misty winter weather as you walk down charming downtown streets, waterfront walkways to find a cozy mix of local cafés, boutique shops, and restaurants serving up fresh, coastal flavors. Take in the harbor views, grab a coffee along the waterfront, or explore the city’s creative local scene and you’ll find the city brings together nature’s beauty with true community spirit. Join us for an unforgettable conference experience where the ideas will flow as freely as the tide.
things to do
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![Nanaimo Bar Trail]()
nanaimo bar trail
Take a delicious stroll through the heart of Nanaimo and discover the city’s most iconic sweet. From time-honored classics to inventive new takes, each stop on this tasty trail celebrates the Nanaimo Bar in a way only this city can. Every bite reflects Nanaimo’s independent spirit and playful flavors. Ready to treat yourself? Follow the trail and savor the rich, chocolaty charm of Nanaimo’s iconic dessert.
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![Prime Golf]()
prime golf
Feel like hitting some balls but standing outside in the Canadian winter weather is putting a damper on things? Head to Prime Golf where their golfing simulator allows you to play the world’s leading courses indoors and out of the rain. Using a combination of radars and cameras your swings will be perfectly tracked for driving accuracy.
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![Sweet Spot Lounge]()
sweet spot lounge
Let out your inner star at Nanaimo’s newest karaoke lounge right in the heart of downtown. Featuring large TV screens to display the lyrics to your favorite songs, you’ll be able to sing your heart out from anywhere in the venue whether that’s center stage or from your seat.
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![Tracks Outdoor adventures]()
tracks outdoor adventures inc
Get to know Nanaimo through a guided tour. Tracks Outdoor Adventures Inc offers guided walking or motor coach tours to share the rich history of Vancouver Island. Choose from History & Heritage tours, Wine & Culinary tours, Nature guides or a step-on tour and get to know this beautiful town through locally born and raised, experiences guides.
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![Petroglyph Park]()
petroglyph park
Glimpse back in time to more than 1,000 years ago at Petroglyph Park. This small but fascinating park is home to centuries-old rock carvings created by the area’s First Nations peoples. Interpretive signs will help tell the stories behind the ancient designs featuring wolf, fish and humanlike figures.
