Image courtesy Victoria Tourism.

2. Destination: Victoria, British Columbia

Located on Vancouver Island on Canada’s Pacific Coast, Victoria is arguably one of Canada’s most serenely beautiful hotspots (just ask the locals, many of whom are domestic expats who retreated to this lush island). One non-negotiable fact is that Victoria boasts the mildest climate in the country, which makes it green and vibrant and perfect to visit year-round. Whether it’s road-tripping to the nearby beaches — the coast is dotted with sandy coves along China Beach — or hitting up the host of local craft breweries (second fun fact: Victoria is also B.C.’s craft beer capital), you will no doubt fall for this quaint city. If you can, plan for a honeymoon in spring, when tulips, daffodils and hyacinths are in full, glorious bloom at the famed Butchart Gardens.