In an effort to support the local tourism industry, Tourism Victoria is hosting the Spring Kick off to the Summer Travel Auction which begins on Friday.

This year's auction includes travel packages, a seven-day Holland American Line Caribbean or Mexico cruise for two valued at $3,200 USD, a return trip for two, Vancouver to Jasper on Via Rail's The Canadian, including accommodation and meals and a two-night weekend stay for two at the Fairmont Newport Beach in California. Also up for auction is a day at Butchart Gardens.

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Lacey Sheardown with Used Victoria, an auction sponsor, said the fundraiser is a great way to support the local tourism industry.

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The auction runs from Friday, May 15 to Saturday, May 30. To bid on the auction, go to gobid.ca/auctions/calendar.