Totally Tofino

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 youve 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 Lodges new Surf
Club. Private instruction and proper equipment ensures youll 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 dont 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.