OCTOBER 28TH, 2010
Escape the urban jungle and live like a Long Beach local for a few days complete with carving (waves or pumpkins) and karaoke.
stay
Long
Beach Lodge feels like home (that is, if you’ve ever resided on the
beach). Its communal Great Room with wood beams, stone fireplace and
picture windows was built to mimic the beautiful beachfront living room
of the owner. Take advantage of their Play Hooky Special right now and book a cozy cottage with private hot tub. From $189.50 a night, www.longbeachlodgeresort.com
surf
Learn to master the mush at the Lodge’s new Surf Club.
Private instruction and proper equipment ensures you’ll feel calm and
confident heading into the water. Head instructor Jamie Bale is the
most certified man in town (and cute to boot). From $169 for 2.5 hours.
scarf
Mexico meets Pacific Northwest at Tacofino.
Find the bright orange food truck emblazoned with a masticating Virgin
Mary parked behind surf shop Live to Surf and order a fish taco or any
special of the day that involves fresh catch. www.tacofino.com
sing
For cheap drinks and a chance at seeing the coast guard sing classic rap head to Wednesday night karaoke at The Maquinna Pub (dubbed The Maq). Since many Tofinoites don’t work regular jobs, this is their Friday night. www.themaquinna.com
scare
If
Halloween plans are still in limbo, pull a fast one and get out of town
this weekend. The haunted holiday is hallowed here and dressing up de
rigueur. Just ask a local for directions to the biggest bash.
For snaps from our time in Tofino and more insider surf scoop, check out the Editors’ Diary.
