Acting on the recommendation of a friend, I booked six days at the Aerie Resort and Spa in Malahat, British Columbia, as part of my summer vacation.  I was looking forward to a time of solitude, rest, and replenishment. The journey from Vancouver to the resort is short and easy, requiring a half-hour or so helicopter ride to downtown Victoria, followed by car pick-up to the resort, which is just thirty-five more minutes away.

I find the Aerie is exquisite, exceeding any expectations.