Canada Destination Specialist

Canada is a country in North America. Its ten provinces and three territories extend from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and northward into the Arctic Ocean, making it the world's second-largest country by total area, with the world's longest coastline. Discover Canada's captivating allure where welcoming metropolises meet sweeping coastlines, embodying a unique blend of wild prairies, fearless adventures, and refreshing perspectives. Whether kayaking off British Columbia, savoring Nova Scotia's lobster feast, or witnessing the mesmerizing northern lights in the Yukon. Canada offers a diverse landscape that promises unforgettable experiences with true Canadian charm. Canada is a great tourist destination with so many activities to do and a broad landscape to explore. Canada is a treasure trove of unique landscapes and unparalleled encounters with nature. In the west, the sparkling coastline of British Columbia is bordered by rainforests and mysterious islands where whales twirl beneath the water’s surface. Breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies reflect off the turquoise waters of Lake Louise, just down the road from the town of Banff. In the east, rolling cliffs are marked by lighthouses and traditional fishing towns where lobster reigns supreme. Canada’s urban centers are distinctly cosmopolitan, offering up international cuisine and diverse artistic influences in cities like Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Halifax. One-of-a-kind festivals put Canada’s unique cultural heritages on display, including the summer Calgary Stampede and the Winter Carnival in Quebec City. French-Canadian flair can be found across Quebec, distinct for its hearty cuisine, sugar shacks, and European influences. Despite being a relatively young country, Canada’s history stretches back thousands of years when Indigenous tribes lived in harmony with the land, forging their own ways of life through the ice and snow. Their rich cultures are still thriving today, particularly in the nation’s northern territories which are deeply rooted in Inuit traditions. Due to the country’s diverse cultural influences, including English, French, Indigenous, and waves of immigration from across the globe, Canadian cuisine is difficult to define. Canadians enjoy a variety of flavors with international origins, but there are still some food staples that can be considered distinctly Canadian. Some of those flavors are poutine, maple syrup, Bannock, butter tarts, and peameal bacon. Canadians enjoy high-quality and variety of drinks. Ontario and British Columbia are home to Canada’s largest wine-producing regions, famous for Niagara ice-wines and the lush grapes of the Okanagan. Canadian whisky is perhaps the country’s best-known spirit, distilled with flavorful rye grain. The Bloody Caesar is Canada’s national cocktail, consisting of vodka, a Caesar mix, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce served in a large salt-rimmed glass with lime and celery. Beer is widely available with several notable domestic labels and craft breweries found across the country. With the world’s largest reserves of freshwater, tap water is safe and encouraged to drink in Canada. Canada offers many activities such as a Niagara Falls tour, whale watching, fishing, snow skiing, camping, and hiking just to name a few. Canada has many accommodations to choose from. Some of our partner recommendations are Embassy Suites by Hilton Niagara Falls-Fallsview, Niagara Falls Marriott on the Falls, Holiday Inn Niagara Falls - By The Falls, an IHG Hotel, and The Fox Hotel and Suites. If a resort on land does not fit your expectations, try out one of our partner cruise lines, for a true Canadian experience. Some of our cruise partners with a Canadian itinerary are Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, Princess Cruise Line, and Holland America Line. Are you dreaming of a vacation to Canada? I am a certified Canada Destination Specialist and would love to help you plan and get ready for the experience of a lifetime. Contact me and start packing those bags, you’re going to Canada!