Not everyone is happy with the pending demise of the famed Bengal Lounge in Victoria's Fairmont Empress Hotel. A petition launched by Suzanne Johnston on change.org has collected 2,862 supporters ...

canapes and access to a private lounge. During your stay, step back in time and embrace the Victorian tradition of afternoon tea at the hotel. For other eats on-site, head to Q at the Empress ...

(Fun fact: The tea served at the Empress is the hotel's own specially crafted brand.) Although most Victoria visitors pass on high tea at the Empress due to its high price tag (around CA$78 or $61 ...