I live in a Canadian town where hundreds of Hallmark movies are filmed. Here's what it's like, fake snow and all

Soxse Times

"The Fernwood Inn is a staple in Victoria.

Simone Paget

"At the heart of Fernwood Square is the Fernwood Inn. The charming neighborhood pub serves local brews in an inviting, festive atmosphere reminiscent of a small-town inn.

"Unfortunately, the kind-eyed innkeeper with a heart of gold from half the Hallmark movie plots is not included — the pub looks like an inn but doesn't have rooms for rent.

Oak Bay Village is the perfect place to live out your Hallmark fantasies." . . .

. . ."The iconic, fairy-tale-like hotel is a holiday favorite for tourists and locals alike.

"The Empress is mainly known for its afternoon tea, but in the evenings, you can head to the veranda bar to roast s'mores over an open fire and sip on hot buttered rum.

My town's light displays are delightfully over the top."  Full article...