The opportunity of Canada --Traveling

Canada is the world’s second largest country with the longest coastline in the world, though swimmers are scarce. The vast wilderness with different types of landscape stretching from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean is just waiting to be explored. The country extends from the North Pole in the north to the Great Lakes in the south. Canada is an enchanting tourist destination, but the touristy feel evaporates quickly when surrounded by pristine nature amidst the vast landscapes. Canada is divided into ten provinces and three territories, and below you can read about some of the places worth visiting in each of them. Large cities and airports are located in the southern part of the country. 

British Columbia encompasses an area where Canadian rocks meet the Pacific Ocean, resulting in an enticing mountain-ocean mix steeped in the culture and traditions of the native peoples and early settlers. You should take a boat ride to Gwaii Haanas National Park and Haida Heritage Site on Haida Gwaii, once known as the Queen Charlotte Islands. Further south on Vancouver Island take a kayak tour and keep an eye open for whales, seals and salmon. On land you will find world class ski resorts, spectacular mountain peaks and abundant wildlife including wolves, bears, elk and caribou. 

Travelling to Alberta is a must for all travellers and outdoor sports lovers. A true paradise for travellers and one of the most beautiful Canadian parks, Banff lies in the Rocky Mountains. There, you are awaited by crystal clear lakes, glaciers, kilometers of hiking trails and dark nights filled with stars. You may encounter a wild animal or two while exploring, from grizzly bears and wolves to moose. If you’re interested in observing animals in their natural environment, then you should go on a canoe tour down the Bow River and keep your eyes peeled for animals while listening to the guide recounting stories. Another epic 230-kilometre journey takes travellers from Banff National Park to Jasper National Park and runs along lakes, mountains, glaciers and waterfalls. Jasper is Canada’s largest national park receiving fewer visitors than Banff, which gives a much greater feeling of solitude being completely surrounded by wilderness. East from the two parks are the cities of Calgary and Edmonton. It feels really good exploring the city after spending so long in nature. Calgary is known as a cowboy city due to its events, charm and rodeos. You can see this for yourself on a guided tour, though it’s particularly evident during the Calgary Stampede.

Niagara Falls in Ontario, shared by Canada and the USA, is the most famous of the wonders of the world. You simply must visit them and witness the mighty power of nature with your very own eyes. Buy your Niagara Falls Wonder Pass in advance and save 67% of the admission price for four waterfall attractions. The ticket includes the best views over the falls, admission to the Butterfly Conservatory and an interactive 4D show. The province, however, holds even more landmarks. You can explore the Algonquin Provincial Park. The park is a beautiful mix of dark coniferous and bright deciduous forest, the latter including the famous Canadian red maple. The forest is Canada’s most important ecosystem for bears, wolves, brook trout and moose, making it even more interesting for travelling. On the shores of Lake Ontario, one of the Great Lakes, lies the largest Canadian city of Toronto. The most famous landmark is the CN Tower, a 553 meters high tower open for tourists and offering a range of activities. Nearby the quirky shoe museum holds quite a few surprises. Ontario’s second largest city is Canada’s capital, Ottawa, dominated by the Parliamentary buildings on top of the hill above the eponymous river. During winter, the Rideau Canal turns into the world’s largest ice skating rink.

We begin with our ultimate travel tips in Canada’s largest province and the only one with French as the official language – Quebec. The capital of the province, Quebec City, perches atop the cliffs overlooking the St. Lawrence River. The old town is packed with sights and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a walk to the Château Frontenac, said to be the most photographed hotel in North America, and stroll down the Terrasse Dufferin avenue. Enjoy the Village Vacances Valcartier winter park resort where the primary entertainment consists of sliding down in inflatable rings, known to locals as “tubing”. It is ideal for children and adults who are children at heart. North of the city lie the 84 metres high Montmorency Falls. You can reach  the top in the comfort of a cable car.

The province’s second most important city is Montréal where it’s best to explore the hill above the city, the Mont Royal. There are many events that take place in the park, from ice skating on Lac-aux-Castors (Beaver Lake) and cross-country skiing in winter to the beats of numerous drums of the Les Tam-Tams festival during Sundays in summer. You can visit more than 200 sights by bus. Far from cities and close to the Arctic Circle lies Hudson Bay, one of Canada’s most remote areas that presents quite a challenge for travellers to explore. It is home to more than 800 species of Arctic flora as well as birds, seals and the iconic polar bear.