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Canada Travel Guide

Canada offers an amazing diversity of landscape, a wonderful range of activities and genuinely friendly locals. Covering an incredible 8 time zones from east to west, it is a country to be explored in chunks. Our guides to Canada combine practical information with inspiring travel ideas and top tips for getting the most out of a holiday there.

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Things to do in Canada

Canada boasts a range of unmissable experiences from close encounters with wildlife to thrill seeking.

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    Top 10 Things to do in Canada

    In a country this vast you might expect a fair bit of variety, but Canada's diversity is astonishing.

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    Your Guide to Exploring the Canadian Rockies

    The Canadian Rockies are among the most visited destinations in Canada and span the provinces of Alberta and British Columbia stretching 1000 miles.

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    Your Guide to Adventure Holidays in British Columbia

    British Columbia is Canada’s westernmost province. It is home to over five million people as well as the busy cities of Vancouver and Victoria. With the Canadian Rockies as a stunning backdrop and 14 national parks to explore, it’s the perfect location for some memorable adventures.

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Guides to Canadian Wildlife

Canada has some of the world’s most compelling wildlife. From bears to whales, there are many opportunities to see some amazing creatures.

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    Your Guide to Bear Watching in Canada

    For a lot of people, catching a glimpse of one of nature’s great predators, the bear, is a once in a lifetime experience. Canada’s rich coastal forests and heady mountains make it the perfect home for over 20,000 bears, from grizzlies to black bears. In this guide, we’ll look at the most common questions asked about bear watching in Canada.

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    Your Guide to Whale Watching in Canada this Summer

    Some of the earth’s most awe-inspiring species of whales live in the seas surrounding Canada, and to spot one can be a truly wonderful experience.

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    Canada’s Bear Watching Lodges

    Read about the best properties to stay in if you want to watch bears in the wild in Canada. All the lodges are perfectly located for seeing plenty of wildlife and provide welcoming hospitality.

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    Whale Watching in Atlantic Canada

    From the shores of Newfoundland and Labrador to the bays of Nova Scotia, whale watching is a popular pastime for locals and visitors alike. With a variety of species making an appearance year-round, here's our guide to whale watching in the provinces of Atlantic Canada...

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    Meet the Guides of Canada’s Bear Watching Lodges

    Meet the amazing guides from three of our favourite wilderness lodges in British Columbia’s Great Bear Rainforest.

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Travelling around Canada

It takes a little planning to navigate the world’s second largest country, but with a great range of rail, plane and road options, you can be sure of an experience to remember.

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    Getting Around Canada

    Canada is the world’s second largest country offering various ways to travel around.

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    Travelling Across Canada by Rail

    Canada’s breathtaking scenery has to be seen to be believed. One of the best ways to capture it all is by travelling via the country’s numerous railways. With over thirty thousand miles of track and a history spanning almost two hundred years, the railways of Canada have carved out an important path, one that you can enjoy on your next trip.

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    Motorhome Rental in Canada

    A motorhome is ideal for touring Canada, offers total freedom and means you always have a home for the night.

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    How to self-drive the Canadian Rockies

    Read our top tips and highlights for an unforgettable road trip in the Canadian Rockies.

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Locations in Canada

Canada’s huge size means a wide range of cities and provinces all offering different atmospheres and activities.

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    Newfoundland: Your Guide to Canada’s Most Easterly Province

    Newfoundland and Labrador come together to form the province that sits at the most easterly point of Canada. Once Viking territory, it is a glorious place for adventurous holidaymakers who want to take in the inspiring landscapes of a country that is known around the world for its beauty.

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    Your Guide to Summertime in Nova Scotia

    Nova Scotia is a maritime province that sits at the South Eastern corner of Canada and is a rugged, seafaring province that relies heavily on the influence of its surrounding waters. Although it is often thought to be remote and hardy, Nova Scotia is a hotbed of activity come summertime.

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    Your Guide to Banff National Park

    Banff National Park is one of Canada’s many natural gems, encompassing over 2500 square miles of natural beauty. With a massive three million visitors every year, it has become one of Canada’s most sought after destinations.

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Natural wonders of Canada

Canada has an unbelievable landscape of mountains, forests, and lakes. Learn more about discovering these natural wonders in this section.

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    Your Guide to Discovering the Lakes of Canada

    Canada has one of the most striking and diverse landscapes on earth and is renowned the world over for its beautiful lakes. Crystal clear waters and the surrounding forests create a vista that is second-to-none, making it a destination that must be seen to be believed.

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    Your Guide to the Columbia Icefields

    For a truly otherworldly experience, you need to visit Canada’s Columbia Icefield. Ancient and ethereal, this striking landscape is the amalgamation of thousands of years of the earth’s movement. It has become a popular destination for visitors to Canada, who are looking for a different kind of excursion.

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    Your Guide to Exploring the Canadian Rockies

    The Canadian Rockies are among the most visited destinations in Canada and span the provinces of Alberta and British Columbia stretching 1000 miles.

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Practical Information

These guides offers useful information about the logistics of visiting and travelling around Canada.

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    Getting to Canada

    Popular airlines are Air Canada, British Airways and Icelandair. Our Travel specialists are on hand to advise you of your flight options and put together the best itinerary to suit you.

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    How much things cost in Canada

    We’ve created the following guide to give you an indication of what you can expect to pay for typical items as well as tips for maximising your budget.

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    Car Rental in Canada

    A full range of automatic vehicles is available from Avis Canada, from a Chevrolet Sonic compact vehicle to a Chevrolet Suburban premium 4WD.

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