Canada is a country of fascinating sights and has a long and diverse history. It has amazing mountains, deep forests, glistening lakes – and even a desert. It is, perhaps, best known for its friendly people, sophisticated cities, and a jaw-dropping vistas…
Canada is the second-largest country in the world by area and is made up of 10 provinces. This is our quick travel guide to Canada
Weather
The temperature in Canada widely depends upon which part you’re in. The temperature ranges massively, from double-digit minuses in winter, to scorching sunshine in summer. The three months of Summer, like in most nations, is the peak tourist season across Canada. If this is your target timescale, bear in mind that you may have to book well in advance to secure accommodation and activities.
Average trip cost
Canada can appear expensive to visit, depending on where you’re traveling from. Food, accommodation, and activities can seem on the high side, but budget experiences are eminently possible. A minimum budget to travel in Canada would be in the range of around 90$ per day. For mid-range travelers, this may rise to between 110$ to 300$. At the higher end, this can be anything from 250$ per day, to allow you to bunk down in 5-star hotels.
Top spots for visitors
Canada is a beautiful and fascinating country. It’s long been popular with tourists and visitor numbers continue to rise as more and more people discover its diverse beauty.
If you’re thinking about paying a visit to Canada, here are some of the top spots to include in your itinerary:
1. Jasper National Park
Jasper National Park is located in Alberta and established in 1907. It can be found located at the northern end of Banff National Park. It averages around 2.3 million visitors each year. The park is a contrast between rough and high mountains, forests, rivers, and backcountry trails. The diverse space enhances the experience of being there, as well as ensuring the park is one of the region’s favourite vacation spots.
2. Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls and the town of Niagara is one of the most iconic and recognizable beauty spots in the world. It’s long been a hugely popular location for honeymooners, with the backdrop of its majestic waterfalls. The Niagara Falls River rumbles towards the 200-foot waterfalls and it creates an amazing mist fog with an unmistakable roar that can be heard from a distance.
3. Abraham Lake
Abraham Lake is one of the most Instagrammable locations in Canada, with its crystalline waters and stunning backdrop. Incredibly, the lake is man-made, rather than natural, but this doesn’t detract from its jaw-dropping beauty. Abraham Lake is one of the best options to visit when travelling through Alberta. It is located on the Kootenai plain in Clearwater County and has a surface area of 54 square kilometers.
4. British Columbia
BC is located on the Pacific Ocean and has a total population of almost five million people. It spans more than 944,735 square kilometers and has the benefit of being flanked by some of the most beautiful mountains in North America. There are around fourteen national parks in the province, making it an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts. Among the plethora of amazing places to visit in British Columbia are Vancouver, Victoria, Whistler, Tofino, and Kelowna.
5. Banff National Park
Banff is Canada’s oldest national park. It is brimming full of nature, and for those who have the desire to capture amazing photographs, this is the spot. Thousands of people visit the park every year from all over the Globe. Popular activities include hiking, biking, and camping. You can also explore the Victorian-era collection and some fascinating masterpieces in the most unique federal building in Canada.
6. Moraine Lake
There is a famous quote, “Be calm like a calm lake, then you will look beautiful like a beautiful calm lake.”
Moraine Lake is located fairly close to Banff national park. The lake is peaceful and serene, making it the perfect eye-catching place for chilled-out visitors.
7. Peyto Lake
Peyto Lake is near the icefields parkway. The lake has the most stunning blue water and is surrounded by easy hiking trails. Peyto Lake is best seen from the highest point of the Bow summit.
Best time to travel to Canada
Like many places, summer is the best time to visit. The weather is great and you can avoid the plunging temperatures seen during Canada’s legendary winters. However, the downside of having favorable weather is that prices for accommodation are higher during the peak season. Summer also sees the bulk of the tourism trade to the main beauty spots.
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