Moraine Lake, Alberta, Canada Photo credit: Isruma
The second largest country in the world, Canada offers visitors a range of experiences as varied as the land itself. It provides something to suit the taste of every traveller: large cosmopolitan cities; frozen northern tundra and snowy mountain peaks; rugged coastlines; rich farmlands; and pioneer outposts.
Canada is bound to the west by the Pacific Ocean and Alaska, to the east by the Atlantic Ocean, to the north by the polar ice cap, and to the south by the United States of America. It's a country renowned for its natural beauty, making it a favourite destinations for lovers of the outdoors.
The cities have been carefully designed to preserve metropolitan green belts and parklands, ensuring that Canadians are never far from their natural heritage. The country has a French and British colonial history, reflected in its cuisine, culture, and customs. Canadian identity is mixed in with the legacy of the country's
own aboriginal First Nations history.
In the south, the Rocky Mountains separate Canada's two main tourist provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. The mountains abound with winter sports resorts, with the most popular venues for outdoor pursuits being the country's huge national parks. There are more than 41 national parks in Canada, with the Wood Buffalo National Park in Alberta being larger than Switzerland. Canadian national parks are unique in that they have cities and towns within the protected areas, providing comfortable bases for exploring the natural and manmade attractions.
Key Facts
Language:
The official languages are English and French (spoken predominantly in Quebec).
Passport/Visa:
All visitors must hold a valid passport, and it's recommended that passports always be valid for six months after the intended period of travel. Visitors are required to hold onward or return tickets, all documents needed for the next destination and sufficient funds to cover the period of intended stay.
Travellers from most visa-exempt countries arriving in Canada by air need to fill in an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) form online prior to visiting Canada. This requirement is applicable to all but U.S citizens and travellers with a valid Canadian visa. Canadian citizens, including dual citizens, and Canadian permanent residents cannot apply for an eTA. As part of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI), all travellers travelling between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean region are required to present a passport or other valid travel documents to enter or re-enter the United States. If
departing from the USA a valid passport will be required by immigration authorities.
Currency:
The currency used is the Canadian dollar (CAD). Banks and bureaux de change will change cash, as will some hotels. Major credit cards are widely accepted and ATMs are widespread. US dollars are widely accepted.
Electricity:
Electrical current is 120 volts, 60Hz. American-style flat two-pin plugs and a plug with a third round grounding pin are standard.
Travel to Canada
Overview
Canada has an abundance of things to see and do within its vast borders, as few countries are blessed with such a rich endowment of natural beauty and astounding physical attractions. Complementing these are world-class cities such as the west coast gem of Vancouver, the vibrant metropolis of Toronto, and elegant Montreal.
This is certainly a year-round destination, where the warm summer months (June to August) are perfect for sightseeing and overland travel, and the admittedly icy winters (December to February) provide for some incredible skiing and beautiful snow-covered vistas. Visitors to Canada generally choose to focus on one particular region, as there are major distances to travel if the desire is to see everything.
Climate in Canada
Canada is a large country and the climate varies substantially depending on which area travellers visit. The whole country has very distinct seasons, though, and the warmest months are June, July, and August. Winter (December, January, and February) is very cold, with heavy snowfalls in most provinces; autumn is a beautiful season, with crisp air and brilliant fall foliage. In some areas spring brings the emergence of carpets of wild flowers.
Health Notes when travelling to Canada
Travellers should be up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling to Canada, and should consider taking routine vaccines as a standard precaution. Medical care is excellent but expensive, so medical insurance is advised.
Safety Notes when travelling to Canada
While most visits to Canada are trouble-free, the country does share the common international risk of terrorism. The crime rate is low but travellers are advised to take sensible precautions to safeguard their belongings, as they would anywhere. Parts of Canada are prone to tornadoes between May and September.
Customs in Canada
Rowdiness and loud speech are inappropriate except under special circumstances or in places such as bars, as Canadians tend to be soft spoken, patient and almost apologetic in their public behaviour. They are generally tolerant of the complex network of cultural differences in public behaviour, particularly in cities where such diversity is more common place. Recreational cannabis is legally available throughout Canada, though local laws can vary depending on the province or territory travellers are visiting.
Duty Free in Canada
Travellers to Canada are allowed to enter the country with the following items without incurring custom duties: gifts to the value of C$60 per recipient (excluding advertising material, tobacco and alcoholic beverages); 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars or cigarillos and 200g of tobacco or 200 tobacco sticks; 1.14 litres of liquor or wine or 24 x 355ml bottles or cans of beer or ale. There are strict regulations governing the import of the following: explosives, endangered animal and plant species, items of heritage, fresh foodstuffs and weapons.
Doing Business in Canada
Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, and Montreal are the main business centres, and English is the language of business except in French-speaking Quebec, where all written material and business cards should be in French. Business cards are not traditionally exchanged during an initial meeting, but at some appropriate time thereafter; it is best to wait for the host to offer theirs first.
A firm handshake is used by way of greeting and punctuality should be taken seriously for meetings. Canadians dress conservatively and smartly for business and suits are the norm. Gifts can be given in conclusion to celebrate a deal, but should be understated; taking someone out for a meal is a popular way to conclude business dealings.
Canadians are reserved and frown on emotional outbursts. Business is based on facts and figures rather than relationships, so it is best to be as prepared as possible for meetings. Hours of business are usually 9am to
5pm, Monday to Friday.
Communication in Canada
The international access code for Canada is +1. The outgoing code is 011 followed by the relevant country code. The outgoing code is not necessary for calls to the US and the Caribbean. Hotels, cafes and restaurants offering free WiFi are widely available. As international roaming costs can be high, purchasing a local prepaid SIM card can be a cheaper option.
Tipping in Canada
A tip of around 15 percent is standard in restaurants, and hairdressers and taxi drivers are usually tipped at the same rate. Bellhops, doormen, porters, and similar service providers at hotels, airports, and stations are generally paid at the customer's discretion.
Passport/Visa Note
All visitors must hold a valid passport, and it's recommended that passports always be valid for six months after the intended period of travel. Visitors are required to hold onward or return tickets, all documents needed for the next destination and sufficient funds to cover the period of intended stay.
Travellers from most visa-exempt countries arriving in Canada by air need to fill in an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) form online prior to visiting Canada. This requirement is applicable to all but U.S citizens and travellers with a valid Canadian visa. Canadian citizens, including dual citizens, and Canadian permanent residents cannot apply for an eTA. As part of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI), all travellers travelling between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean region are required to present a passport or other valid travel documents to enter or re-enter the United States. If
departing from the USA a valid passport will be required by immigration authorities.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements for Americans:
US travellers should have a valid passport if departing from the USA. Other proof of citizenship is accepted in the form of a birth certificate, a US certificate of citizenship, a US certificate of naturalisation, or a NEXUS card. A visa is not required for a stay of up to six months.
Entry requirements for UK nationals:
UK nationals must have a passport valid for the period of intended stay. A visa is not required for a stay of up to six months, though UK travellers must have Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA).
Entry requirements for Australians:
Australians must hold passports valid for period of intended stay. Nationals of Australia with an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) are visa exempt for a maximum stay of 6 months.
Entry requirements for Irish nationals:
Irish nationals must hold a passport valid for the period of intended stay. A visa is not required for stays of up to six months. However, the individual must have an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA).
Entry requirements for New Zealanders:
New Zealanders require a passport valid for the period of the intended stay. No visa is required for stays of up to 6 months. However, the traveller requires an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA).
Entry requirements for South Africans:
South African nationals must be in possession of a passport valid for the period of intended stay. A visa is required. South African temporary passports are not recognised. Passports, identity or travel documents of Bophuthatswana, Ciskei, Transkei and Venda are not accepted.
Tourist Offices
Canadian Tourism Commission, Vancouver: +1 604 638 8300 or http://www.travelcanada.ca
Canada Embassies
In the United States:
Canadian Embassy, Washington DC, United States: +1 202 682 1740.
In the United Kingdom:
Canadian High Commission, London, United Kingdom: +44 (0)20 7258 6600.
In Australia:
Canadian High Commission, Canberra, Australia: +61 (0)2 6270-4000.
In Ireland:
Canadian Embassy, Dublin, Ireland: +353 (0)1 234 4000.
In New Zealand:
Canadian High Commission, Wellington, New Zealand: +64 (0)4 473 9577.
In South Africa:
Canadian High Commission, Pretoria, South Africa: +27 (0)12 422 3000.
Foreign Embassies in Canada
American Embassy
United States Embassy, Ottawa: +1 613 688 5335.
British Embassy
British High Commission, Ottawa: +1 613 237 1530.
Australian Embassy
Australian High Commission, Ottawa: +1 613 236 0841.
Irish Embassy
Irish Embassy, Ottawa: +1 613 233 6281.
New Zealand Embassy
New Zealand High Commission, Ottawa: +1 613 238 5991.
South African Embassy
South African High Commission, Ottawa: +1 613 744 0330.
Travel Advisories
Health Information for Travelers to Canada
Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Make sure you are up-to-date on routine vaccines before every trip. These vaccines include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine, polio vaccine, and your yearly flu shot.
Some travelers
Ask your doctor what vaccines and medicines you need based on where you are going, how long you are staying, what you will be doing, and if you are traveling from a country other than the US.
Hepatitis A outbreaks occur throughout the world and sometimes in countries with a low risk for hepatitis A (including the US). You can get hepatitis A through contaminated food or water in Canada, so talk to your doctor to see if the hepatitis A vaccine is right for you.
You can get hepatitis B through sexual contact, contaminated needles, and blood products, so CDC recommends this vaccine if you might have sex with a new partner, get a tattoo or piercing, or have any medical procedures.
Although rabies can be found in bats and other mammals in Canada, it is not a major risk to most travelers. CDC recommends rabies vaccine for only these groups:
Travelers involved in outdoor and other activities in remote areas that put them at risk for bat bites or other animal bites (such as adventure travel and caving).
People who will be working with or around animals (such as wildlife professionals and researchers).
All travelers
You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccines may also be required for travel.
Make sure you are up-to-date on routine vaccines before every trip. These vaccines include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine, polio vaccine, and your yearly flu shot.
Some travelers
Ask your doctor what vaccines and medicines you need based on where you are going, how long you are staying, what you will be doing, and if you are traveling from a country other than the US.
Hepatitis A outbreaks occur throughout the world and sometimes in countries with a low risk for hepatitis A (including the US). You can get hepatitis A through contaminated food or water in Canada, so talk to your doctor to see if the hepatitis A vaccine is right for you.
You can get hepatitis B through sexual contact, contaminated needles, and blood products, so CDC recommends this vaccine if you might have sex with a new partner, get a tattoo or piercing, or have any medical procedures.
Although rabies can be found in bats and other mammals in Canada, it is not a major risk to most travelers. CDC recommends rabies vaccine for only these groups:
Travelers involved in outdoor and other activities in remote areas that put them at risk for bat bites or other animal bites (such as adventure travel and caving).
People who will be working with or around animals (such as wildlife professionals and researchers).
Learn actions you can take to stay healthy and safe on your trip. Vaccines cannot protect you from many diseases in Canada, so your behaviors are important.
Eat and drink safely
Food and water standards in Canada are similar to those in the United States. Most travelers do not need to take special food or water precautions beyond what they normally do at home.
Although Canada is an industrialized country, bug bites here can still spread diseases. Just as you would in the United States, try to avoid bug bites while spending time outside or in wooded areas.
What can I do to prevent bug bites?
Cover exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats.
Use an appropriate insect repellent (see below).
Consider using permethrin-treated clothing and gear if spending a lot of time outside. Do not use permethrin directly on skin.
What type of insect repellent should I use?
FOR PROTECTION AGAINST TICKS AND MOSQUITOES: Use a repellent that contains 20% or more DEET for protection that lasts up to several hours.
FOR PROTECTION AGAINST MOSQUITOES ONLY: Products with one of the following active ingredients can also help prevent mosquito bites. Higher percentages of active ingredient provide longer protection.
If your travel plans in Canada include outdoor activities, take these steps to stay safe and healthy during your trip:
Stay alert to changing weather conditions and adjust your plans if conditions become unsafe.
Prepare for activities by wearing the right clothes and packing protective items, such as bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit.
Consider learning basic first aid and CPR before travel. Bring a travel health kit with items appropriate for your activities.
Heat-related illness, such as heat stroke, can be deadly. Eat and drink regularly, wear loose and lightweight clothing, and limit physical activity in the heat of the day.
If you are outside for many hours in the heat, eat salty snacks and drink water to stay hydrated and replace salt lost through sweating.
Protect yourself from UV radiation: use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, wear protective clothing, and seek shade during the hottest time of day (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).
Be especially careful during summer months and at high elevation. Because sunlight reflects off snow, sand, and water, sun exposure may be increased during activities like skiing, swimming, and sailing.
Very cold temperatures can be dangerous. Dress in layers and cover heads, hands, and feet properly if you are visiting a cold location.
Stay safe around water
Swim only in designated swimming areas. Obey lifeguards and warning flags on beaches.
Do not dive into shallow water.
Avoid swallowing water when swimming. Untreated water can carry germs that make you sick.
Practice safe boating—follow all boating safety laws, do not drink alcohol if you are driving a boat, and always wear a life jacket.
Most animals avoid people, but they may attack if they feel threatened, are protecting their young or territory, or if they are injured or ill. Animal bites and scratches can lead to serious diseases such as rabies.
Follow these tips to protect yourself:
Do not touch or feed any animals you do not know.
Do not allow animals to lick open wounds, and do not get animal saliva in your eyes or mouth.
Avoid rodents and their urine and feces.
Traveling pets should be supervised closely and not allowed to come in contact with local animals.
If you wake in a room with a bat, seek medical care immediately. Bat bites may be hard to see.
All animals can pose a threat, but be extra careful around dogs, bats, monkeys, sea animals such as jellyfish, and snakes. If you are bitten or scratched by an animal, immediately:
Wash the wound with soap and clean water.
Go to a doctor right away.
Tell your doctor about your injury when you get back to the United States.
Review your health insurance plan to determine what medical services it would cover during your trip. Consider purchasing travel health and medical evacuation insurance for things your regular insurance will not cover.
Carry a card that identifies, in the local language, your blood type, chronic conditions or serious allergies, and the generic names of any medicines you take.
Bring copies of your prescriptions for medicine and for eye glasses and contact lenses.
Some prescription drugs may be illegal in other countries. Call Canada’s embassy to verify that all of your prescription(s) are legal to bring with you.
Bring all the medicines (including over-the-counter medicines) you think you might need during your trip, including extra in case of travel delays. Ask your doctor to help you get prescriptions filled early if you need to.
Many foreign hospitals and clinics are accredited by the Joint Commission International. A list of accredited facilities is available at their website (www.jointcommissioninternational.org).
Motor vehicle crashes are the #1 killer of healthy US citizens in foreign countries.
Walking
Be smart when you are traveling on foot.
Use sidewalks and marked crosswalks.
Pay attention to the traffic around you, especially in crowded areas.
Remember, people on foot do not always have the right of way in other countries.
Riding/Driving
Choose a safe vehicle.
Choose official taxis or public transportation, such as trains and buses.
Make sure there are seatbelts.
Avoid overcrowded, overloaded, top-heavy buses and minivans.
Avoid riding on motorcycles or motorbikes, especially motorbike taxis. (Many crashes are caused by inexperienced motorbike drivers.)
Choose newer vehicles—they may have more safety features, such as airbags, and be more reliable.
Choose larger vehicles, which may provide more protection in crashes.
Think about the driver.
Do not drive after drinking alcohol or ride with someone who has been drinking.
Consider hiring a licensed, trained driver familiar with the area.
Arrange payment before departing.
Follow basic safety tips.
Wear a seatbelt at all times.
Sit in the back seat of cars and taxis.
When on motorbikes or bicycles, always wear a helmet. (Bring a helmet from home, if needed.)
Do not use a cell phone or text while driving (illegal in many countries).
Travel during daylight hours only, especially in rural areas.
If you choose to drive a vehicle in Canada, learn the local traffic laws and have the proper paperwork.
Get any driving permits and insurance you may need. Get an International Driving Permit (IDP). Carry the IDP and a US-issued driver's license at all times.
Check with your auto insurance policy's international coverage, and get more coverage if needed. Make sure you have liability insurance.
Flying
Avoid using local, unscheduled aircraft.
If possible, fly on larger planes (more than 30 seats); larger airplanes are more likely to have regular safety inspections.
Try to schedule flights during daylight hours and in good weather.
Helpful Resources
Road Safety Overseas (Information from the US Department of State): Includes tips on driving in other countries, International Driving Permits, auto insurance, and other resources.
Use the Healthy Travel Packing List for Canada for a list of health-related items to consider packing for your trip. Talk to your doctor about which items are most important for you.
Why does CDC recommend packing these health-related items?
It’s best to be prepared to prevent and treat common illnesses and injuries. Some supplies and medicines may be difficult to find at your destination, may have different names, or may have different ingredients than what you normally use.
Be aware of current health issues in Canada. Learn how to protect yourself.
Watch Level 1, Practice Usual Precautions
UpdatedCarnival and Mardi Gras December 06, 2017If you plan to travel outside the United States to celebrate Carnival, you can take some simple precautions to help you stay safe and healthy. Destinations include Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and Trinidad and Tobago.
If you are not feeling well after your trip, you may need to see a doctor. If you need help finding a travel medicine specialist, see Find a Clinic. Be sure to tell your doctor about your travel, including where you went and what you did on your trip. Also tell your doctor if you were bitten or scratched by an animal while traveling.
Map Disclaimer - The boundaries and names shown and the designations used on maps do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention concerning the legal status of any country, territory, city or area or of its authorities, or concerning the delimitation of its frontiers or boundaries. Approximate border lines for which there may not yet be full agreement are generally marked.
Currency
The currency used is the Canadian dollar (CAD). Banks and bureaux de change will change cash, as will some hotels. Major credit cards are widely accepted and ATMs are widespread. US dollars are widely accepted.
Exchange rate for 1 CAD - Canadian Dollar
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Exchange Rate for U.S. Dollar to Canadian Dollar
1 USD = 1.37 CAD
Exchange Rate for Euro to Canadian Dollar
1 EUR = 1.47 CAD
Exchange Rate for U.K. Pound Sterling to Canadian Dollar
1 GBP = 1.72 CAD
Exchange Rate for Australian Dollar to Canadian Dollar
1 AUD = 0.90 CAD
Exchange Rate for New Zealand Dollar to Canadian Dollar
1 NZD = 0.82 CAD
Exchange Rate for South African Rand to Canadian Dollar
1 ZAR = 0.07 CAD
Vancouver International (YVR) Vancouver International Airport http://www.yvr.ca/
Location: Vancouver The airport is located eight miles (12km) south of Vancouver.
Time: GMT -8 (GMT -7 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Contacts: Tel: +1 (604) 207 7077
Transfer between terminals: A courtesy shuttle is available to the Airport South terminal.
Getting to the city: The Canada Line connects the airport to downtown Vancouver in about 25 minutes. The service runs every 8 to 20 minutes. Scheduled buses are available to downtown Vancouver, Whistler, Vancouver Island and Washington State. Courtesy shuttles transport passengers to the Long-Term Parking Lot, South Terminal, local hotels and other destinations near the airport. Public bus services to Vancouver, Richmond and further afield are available at the Airport Station Bus Terminal.
Car rental: Car hire companies Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz and National are represented next to the terminal building on the ground floor.
Airport Taxis: Metered taxis are available around the clock outside the terminals. Prices and journey times are higher during rush hour; a tip of 10 to 15 percent is expected.
Facilities: The main terminal has ATMs, bureaux de change, and a bank. There is a selection of bars, restaurants, and fast food outlets scattered throughout the airport, as well as a variety of shops, including duty-free, baggage storage, and a medical centre. Children's play areas are also available.
Parking: Vancouver International Airport offers a range of parking options in the parkade directly opposite the terminals.
Calgary Airport (YYC) Calgary International Airport http://www.yyc.com
Location: Calgary The airport is 12 miles (20km) northeast of downtown Calgary.
Time: GMT -7 (GMT -6 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Contacts: Tel: +1 (403) 735 1200.
Getting to the city: There are a number of bus services running between the airport, the city centre and other Alberta destinations. Calgary Transit provides a public bus service to and from the airport. There is also an Airport Shuttle Express, which services most hotels in the Calgary area, and several hotels offer a courtesy shuttle service. Airport taxis are available outside Arrivals.
Car rental: Alamo, Budget, Avis, Hertz, National, Alamo, and Thrifty are all represented at the airport and can be found in the Rental Car Centre opposite the main terminal building. There are also offsite car rental companies.
Airport Taxis: Airport taxis are available outside Arrivals.
Facilities: There are shops and duty-free shopping, restaurants and bars, ATMs, a foreign exchange, and an information booth within the terminal. There are also business centres. Disabled passengers are well catered for and there are plenty of children's entertainment facilities.
Parking: All parking lots are within walking distance of the terminal.
Ottawa International (YOW) Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport http://www.yow.ca/en
Location: Ottawa The airport is situated eight miles (13km) south of Ottawa.
Time: GMT -5 (GMT -4 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Contacts: Tel: +1 613 248 2000.
Getting to the city: Hotel-shuttle and limousine services to downtown Ottawa are available. Bus Route 97 departs from outside the Arrivals area. Taxis are also an option.
Car rental: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise and Hertz are all represented at the airport.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are available outside the terminal.
Facilities: There are a number of bars, cafes and restaurants, as well as retail outlets, duty-free shopping, ATMs and currency-exchange services located throughout the airport. Internet access is also available.
Parking: Short-term and long-term parking are available.
Toronto International (YYZ) Toronto Pearson International Airport http://www.torontopearson.com
Location: Toronto The airport is located 17 miles (28km) northwest of downtown Toronto.
Time: GMT -5 (GMT -4 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Transfer between terminals: The Terminal Link train system operates a 24-hour free service between Terminals 1 and 3, as well as to the Sheraton Gateway Hotel, ALT Hotel, the Value Park Garage and Value Parking Lot.
Getting to the city: The Terminal Link train offers free transportation between Terminals 1 and 3, the Sheraton Gateway Hotel, ALT Hotel, the Value Park Garage and Value Park Lot. Several companies provide bus and shuttle transit services to and from the airport into Toronto and surrounding areas. The Union Pearson Express train links the airport to Downtown Toronto in just 25 minutes. The airport is also easily accessible on various public transportation routes with providers such as Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and GO Transit.
Car rental: Rental companies include Avis, Budget, Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz and National-Alamo.
Airport Taxis: There are authorised taxis available outside the arrivals halls.
Facilities: All terminals are well-supplied with facilities, including bureaux de change and ATMs, WiFi, shops and duty-free outlets, hotel-reservation services, bars and restaurants.
Parking: Parking options range from long-term to curb-side pickup.
Montréal-Trudeau Airport (YUL) Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport http://www.admtl.com
Location: The airport is located 12 miles (20km) west of Montreal.
Time: GMT -5 (GMT -4 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Contacts: Tel: +1 514 633 3333
Getting to the city: The 747 Express is an airport bus service, taking passengers into the centre of Montreal and to the major downtown hotels. A shuttle takes people from the airport to the train station, while there are also hotels shuttles and regional shuttles. Uber and taxi services are available as well.
Car rental: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty are represented on site.
Airport Taxis: Metered taxis are readily available and can be found waiting outside the baggage reclaim area on the ground level. There are also Uber services available.
Facilities: The Departures Level offers ATMs and bureaux de change, as well as duty-free and other shops. A variety of restaurants, bars, and cafes are available on both levels and WiFi access is available from anywhere in the terminal. Business facilities are available in the VIP lounges. Disabled travellers are well catered for and passengers with special needs should contact their airline in advance.
Parking: The airport offers several parking options, which include short-term, long-term, and indoor.
Halifax International (YHZ) Halifax Robert L. Stanfield International Airport halifaxstanfield.ca/
Location: Halifax The airport is 19 miles (30km) north of Halifax.
Time: GMT -4 (GMT -3 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Contacts: Tel: +1 (902) 873 4422.
Getting to the city: An airport shuttle service serves the main hotels in the metro area, and a variety of other bus services connect to various destinations in the region. Taxis are available outside the airport building.
Car rental: Several major car rental companies are represented at the airport, including Avis, Budget and Enterprise.
Airport Taxis: Taxi services are available curbside in the arrivals area.
Facilities: There are a number of shops, cafes and restaurants at the airport, as well as duty-free shopping, internet access and children's play areas. ATMs are located in Arrivals and Departures, and a currency exchange booth is available for international travellers. Tourist information is available in Arrivals. Disabled passengers are well catered for.
Parking: Hourly parking is located in lots P1 and P2. Visitors will find daily parking in lots P1, P2, P3 and P4.
St Johns Airport (YYT) St. John's International Airport stjohnsairport.com
Location: St Johns The airport is situated 6 miles (9km) northwest of downtown St Johns.
Time: Local time is GMT -2:30 (GMT -3:30 from November to February).
Contacts: Tel: 709-758-8500
Getting to the city: The Metrobus provides public transport from the airport to popular spots in St. John's metro.
Car rental: Car rental is available at the airport. Companies include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, National, and Thrifty.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are found outside the Arrivals Area.
Facilities: Airport facilities include free WiFi, ATMs, children's play areas, shops, restaurants, and an information centre.
Parking:
Quebec City Airport (YQB) Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport http://www.aeroportdequebec.com
Location: Quebec City The airport is located seven miles (11km) southwest of Quebec City.
Time: GMT -5 (GMT -4 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Getting to the city: The Reseau du Transport de la Capitale (RTC) offers bus service along Route 80 from the airport to Les Saules bus terminal, operating Monday to Friday. Uber is also available.
Car rental: Car rental companies are located on the main floor of the administrative building, and include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are available at the information desk inside the terminal, or by prior booking. Uber is also available.
Facilities: Airport facilities include souvenir and duty-free shops, bars and restaurants, coat check and storage lockers, a VIP lounge, an information booth, a children's play area, a nursing room, currency exchange and ATMs.
Parking: The parking area is located directly in front of the terminal. A number of parking spaces near the entrance are reserved for people with reduced mobility.
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) Abbotsford International Airport http://www.abbotsfordairport.ca
Location: Abbotsford The airport is located two and a half miles (4km) from Abbotsford city centre.
Time: GMT -8 (GMT -7, March to November).
Getting to the city: Shuttle services can transport passengers between the airport and the city centre. Shuttles can be booked in advance. Local bus, taxi, and limousine services are also available from the airport to the city centre.
Car rental: Car rental companies represented at the airport include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National.
Airport Taxis: Taxi services are available between the airport and various points in southwestern British Columbia. Companies include Abby Taxi and Central Valley Limousine and Taxi.
Facilities: Airport facilities include a bar and bistro, shopping (including a duty-free shop), and ATMs.
Parking: Short-term and long-term parking is available at the airport. Short-term parking is available next to the terminal building and offers travellers easy access to the airport.
Edmonton International Airport (YEG) Edmonton International Airport http://www.flyeia.com
Location: Edmonton The airport is located 19 miles (30km) from Edmonton city centre.
Time: GMT -7 (GMT-6 from the first Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Getting to the city: Edmonton Skyshuttle provides convenient connections to major hotels and other destinations across the city. Edmonton Transit Service's Route 747 bus service connects passengers to the city's bus and LRT network. Numerous taxi and limousine service companies serve the airport. Other taxi companies may drop-off or pick-up passengers in the commercial taxi area if prior arrangements have been made.
Car rental: Car rental companies represented at the airport include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National.
Airport Taxis: Numerous taxi and limousine service companies serve the airport. Other taxi companies may drop-off or pick-up passengers in the commercial taxi area if prior arrangements have been made. Ride-share apps such as Uber are also available.
Facilities: Airport facilities include ATMs, currency exchange, a bank, shopping (including a duty-free shop), an information booth, child entertainment facilities, baggage storage, a chapel, WiFi, workstations, a bar, cafes, and restaurants.
Parking: Parking is available at the airport. There are free pick-up and drop-off zones. Parking options include valet parking, executive parking, easy parkade, and value parking.
Location: Kamloops The airport is located seven miles (11km) from Kamloops city centre.
Time: GMT -8 (GMT-7 from the first Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Getting to the city: Taxis are available from the airport to the city centre. The Airporter Shuttle also offers a door-to-door service to and from the airport.
Car rental: Car rental companies represented at the airport include Budget, Enterprise, and National.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are available from the airport to the city centre and surrounds via Kami Cabs and Yellow Cabs.
Facilities: Airport facilities include a cafe, lounge, and parking.
Parking: Short-term and long-term airport parking is conveniently located near the arrivals and departures areas.
Regina International Airport (YQR) Regina International Airport http://www.yqr.ca
Location: Regina The airport is located two miles (3km) from Regina city centre.
Time: Local time is GMT -6.
Getting to the city: The city centre is five minutes away from the airport. Taxis, shuttles, and car rentals are available from the airport to the city centre.
Car rental: Car rental companies represented at the airport include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty.
Airport Taxis: Taxi services to and from the airport are provided by Capital Cabs. Taxis are available right outside the terminal doors.
Facilities: Airport facilities include a restaurant, cafe, lounge, fast food outlets, shopping, ATM, and currency exchange.
Parking: The airport provides both short and long-term parking options. Short-term parking has 110 stalls located immediately in front of the terminal building. Long-term parking can accommodate 1,100 vehicles.
Saskatoon International Airport (YXE) Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport http://www.yxe.ca
Location: Saskatoon The airport is located four miles (7km) from the city centre.
Time: GMT -6
Getting to the city: Taxis, limos, shuttles, and car rental services are available at the airport. Saskatoon Transit has two bus lines that service the airport and run to the city centre.
Car rental: Car companies represented at the airport include Avis, Alamo, Budget, Enterprise, and National.
Airport Taxis: Captain Taxi, YXE City Cabs and Hey Taxi are licensed to operate taxi services from the designated pick-up and drop-off area located along the terminal curbside. Metered fares apply. A taxi coordinator is on duty from 7.30am to the last arrival of the day to assist travellers.
Facilities: Airport facilities include ATMs, currency exchange, WiFi, an information booth, shopping (including duty-free), restaurants, and an art display.
Parking: The airport parking lot has more than 1,100 parking stalls, conveniently located just outside the terminal building. The public parking lot's front two rows are designated for short-term parking. Visitors can pay in the terminal at the exit kiosk (cash, debit and credit card) or at the exit lane (credit card only).
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) Thunder Bay International Airport http://www.tbairport.on.ca
Location: Thunder Bay The airport is located three miles (5km) from Thunder Bay city centre.
Time: GMT -5 (GMT-4 from the first Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Getting to the city: The airport is serviced by local buses, on line 3 Memorial, Airport. Taxi services at the airport are provided on-demand by Roach's Yellow Taxis.
Car rental: Car rental companies represented at the airport include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, National and Hertz.
Airport Taxis: Taxi services at the airport are provided on-demand by Roach's Yellow Taxi.
Facilities: Airport facilities include WiFi, shopping, a restaurant, a lounge and security services.
Parking: The airport's 500-plus bays provide long-term and short-term parking.
Overview of the Attractions in Canada
Canada has an abundance of things to see and do within its vast borders, as few countries are blessed with such a rich endowment of natural beauty and astounding physical attractions. Complementing these are world-class cities such as the west coast gem of Vancouver, the vibrant metropolis of Toronto, and elegant Montreal.
This is certainly a year-round destination, where the warm summer months (June to August) are perfect for sightseeing and overland travel, and the admittedly icy winters (December to February) provide for some incredible skiing and beautiful snow-covered vistas. Visitors to Canada generally choose to focus on one particular region, as there are major distances to travel if the desire is to see everything.
Public Holidays in Canada
2023
2024
New Year's Day
Mon. January 1
Mon. January 1
Good Friday
Sun. April 7
Fri. March 29
Victoria Day
Wed. May 22
Mon. May 20
Canada Day
Mon. July 1
Mon. July 1
Labour Day
Wed. September 4
Mon. September 2
Thanksgiving Day
Wed. October 9
Mon. October 14
Remembrance Day
Mon. November 11
Mon. November 11
Christmas Day
Wed. December 25
Wed. December 25
Boxing Day (Ontario only)
Thu. December 26
Thu. December 26
Port of Call - Cape Breton
Cape Breton Island Photo credit: Tango7174
In the heart of Nova Scotia's Cape Breton Island, Sydney offers a modern and scenic cruise port well situated for exploring the rugged coastline and forested interior of the island and the city of Sydney.
Popular activities on Breton Island include walking in Sydney's tranquil Wentworth Park, exploring the historic buildings in the city, and taking a drive along the scenic Cabot Trail.
Cruise ships dock at the east side of Sydney Harbour inside a long, protected inlet at a newly renovated cruise port that also berths cargo and other trade vessels. The Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion welcomes passengers to trade shows, concerts and galleries and is well situated to begin excursions about Breton Island. More than 40 cruise ships make use of the harbour facilities every year.
Shopping in Cape Breton
The Cape Breton Centre for Crafts and Design is a good place for souvenirs. The Mayflower Mall and the Sydney Shopping Centre are both larger shopping complexes for more practical purchases. There are not many boutique shops in Sydney, although smaller shops are spread about touristy sights around Breton Island, especially Baddeck village.
Dining in Cape Breton
Joe's Warehouse - Traditional Canadian home cooked meals
Tim Hortons - Canadian fast food done right
A & K Lick-A-Chick - Great fried Chicken
Things to do in Cape Breton
Visit Baddeck village
Explore the Fortress of Louisbourg
Go underground at the Miner Museum
Brave the water at Ingonish Beach
http://www.portofsydney.ca
A tourism office is located in the cruise ship terminal.
Port of Call - Halifax
Halifax Harbour Photo credit: Saffron Blaze
Boasting one of the largest harbours in the world, Halifax is the gateway to Atlantic Canada and sees hundreds of cruise ships each year. This bustling young town is the home of many college students and has a vibrant and colourful entertainment and nightlife scene as well as a rich and diverse history that can be felt while exploring the city.
Halifax has strong ties to the sinking of the Titanic as three of the city's ships formed part of the recovery team after the tragedy in 1912; headstones in three of the city's cemeteries bear testament to this. History buffs will love the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic as well as the Immigration Museum of Pier 21.
Passengers are greeted by Scottish bag-pipers since Nova Scotia is translated to 'New Scotland'. Cruise ships dock at one of the two piers at the harbour, but if there is more than one cruise ship at port, one may have to dock at the less convenient container terminal as
there is only one cruise terminal. Ships docking at the container terminal require a shuttle transfer to the city.
Shopping in Halifax
Cruise passengers will love the choice along the boardwalk, which runs alongside the harbour. The Historic Properties at Privateers Wharf, which dates back to the 1800s and is located on the boardwalk, comprises a four-acre (1,6 ha) collection of wooden and stone buildings that feature shops, restaurants, boutiques, and pubs. A great place for a spending spree!
Dining in Halifax
Great Wall Restaurant - Szechuan and Cantonese cuisine in a cosy setting
Café Chianti - gourmet Italian and European cuisine with a fantastic wine cellar
Things to do in Halifax
Visit the Halifax Citadel for great views of the city
Head to Peggy's Cove for Titanic exhibits
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lunenberg
Take a trip to McNabs Island
Visit the residential city of Dartmouth
Visitor Information Centre, Pier 22 Cruise Ship Pavilion, Halifax waterfront (open on cruise ship days only) http://www.halifaxinfo.com
Port of Call - Saint John
Reversing Falls, Saint John Photo credit: Doug Kerr
The largest port city in New Brunswick, tucked safely into the Gulf of Fundy, Saint John is one of the oldest cities in Canada and today blends the historic charm of old architecture with its modern role as a major commercial port.
The town's old architecture is pleasant to stroll through and there are several quirky yet popular attractions including a river that's water changes directions, and a farmers market building that looks like a big ship.
Cruise liners dock at the Pugsley A/B dock, which is the fourth most visited Canadian cruise port. The A/B dock is beside a new cruise terminal. The cruise terminal opens to downtown Saint John, within easy walking distance of almost all the city's attractions except the river.
Shopping in Saint John
Saint John City Market is the country's oldest continuing farmers market, selling great food and also local crafts. Market Square sells similar goods, as well as more upmarket items. Also in Uptown Saint John is the Brunswick Square Shopping Centre, which offers a collection of about 60 well known retail stores and locally owned shops.
Dining in Saint John
Billy's Seafood Company - Well regarded seafood in the City Market
Steamer's Lobster Co. - Lobster cookouts near the waterfront
Grannan's Seafood - Family dining in Market Square
Things to do in Saint John
Drive through scenic Irving Nature Park
Play in the tidal pools in New River Beach
Sunbathe on sandy Mispec Beach
Golf in Rockwood Park
Kayak in the Bay of Fundy
http://www.sjport.com
The port office can be found in the new terminal building
Port of Call - Vancouver (Burrard Inlet)
Burrard Inlet Photo credit: Flying Penguin
Vancouver's port on the Burrard Inlet sees more than a million cruise passengers pass through annually en route to Alaska. The port is wonderfully protected with calm waters which makes for a fantastic port for large ocean-going ships and cruise liners. Throw in a multitude of attractions, ethnic diversity and hospitable locals, and it's no wonder this city keeps visitors coming back time after time.
Visitors will enjoy the countless world-renowned sights such as Stanley Park, Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre, the Vancouver Art Gallery and the Harbour Centre Tower, the tallest structure in British Columbia, which offers breathtaking panoramic views over the city of Vancouver.
Vancouver has two separate cruise terminals with the Canada Place Terminal being the main one and closest to shops, restaurants, hotels and attractions. The Ballantyne Pier is located approximately 10 minutes from the city centre and shuttle and
taxis can be hailed to get into town.
Shopping in Vancouver (Burrard Inlet)
Head to the trendy and fashionable Yaletown for all the best boutiques in Vancouver and some exciting shopping opportunities, while Chinatown's weekend night market is worth a visit for all avid shoppers and bargain-hunters. Those looking to shop for their children should head to the Kids Market on Granville Island, where more than 25 shops featuring toys and costumes can be found.
Dining in Vancouver (Burrard Inlet)
Eighties Restaurant - popular eatery serving hearty home-cooked fare
Joe Fortes Seafood and Chophouse - fresh seafood eatery and oyster bar popular with locals
The Water Street Café - fantastic variety of food with outside patio dining option
Things to do in Vancouver (Burrard Inlet)
Go sea kayaking
Stroll the Capilano Suspension Bridge
Visit the Capilano Salmon Hatchery
Explore the trendy neighbourhood of Kitsilano
Take the Sky Ride at Grouse Mountain
Vancouver Tourism http://www.tourismvancouver.com
Port of Call - Victoria
Victoria Harbour Photo credit: Wknight94
Located on the southernmost tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria is sometimes called the most British city in Canada. Victoria is a popular port on Alaskan cruises, welcoming more than 400,000 passengers and nearly 200 cruise ships each year.
Tourists are drawn to Victoria's manicured gardens and Mediterranean climate, but this large city has many attractions for the whole family, ranging from cinemas and zoos to wineries and hiking trails.
Cruise ships dock at the Ogden Point Cruise Terminal in the Outer Harbour area of the city, located about a mile from the Inner Harbour and downtown. The Inner Harbour area is a delight for cruise passengers and tourists with time constraints, as it offers a vibrant atmosphere with shops and markets, museums and attractions within easy distance of the docks.
Shopping in Victoria
There are some decent souvenir shops in the Inner Harbour area, and a craft market in the summertime. For a pleasant shopping experience, visitors can wander up Government Street toward Chinatown, which has a number of shops geared to tourists and cruise passengers, and even features live music in places like Market Square.
Dining in Victoria
Pizzeria Prima Strada - fresh wood-fired pizzas made to order
Blue Fox Cafe - small and stylish restaurant with eclectic breakfast and lunch menus
Red Fish Blue Fish - fresh seafood in a picnic-style wharf-side setting
Things to do in Victoria
Explore the tea shops and exotic wares of Chinatown
Take a half-day tour of the wineries around Victoria
Hire a bicycle and pedal the Galloping Goose Trail
Learn about Canada's cultural and natural history at the Royal British Columbia Museum
Climb, scramble and swing at the WildPlay Element Parks
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Compared with Canada's more celebrated routes, the Skeena is far lesser known. But it's one of the world's most beautiful rail journeys – and remains vital for local communities. A line of SUVs ground to a halt, horns sounding out before the reason for the hold-up became clear: a mule deer
For the first time in 10 years, there's now a nonstop flight between North America and the capital of one of the world's most popular tourist destinations, Thailand. On December 1 at 11 p.m. local time, Air Canada flight AC65 took off from Vancouver International Airport to begin the 15-hour
It aims to fly to the US and Canada, British and European destinations and, once fully operational, plans to fly to 35 destinations. This initial announcement is the first stage in its plans; the next steps will be securing aircraft and a licence. Initially, the airline says it will
Amtrak’s Acela is the fastest passenger train in the Western Hemisphere, but tickets can be pricey. Amtrak fares can vary dramatically in the Northeast, home of the most heavily used stretch of track in the railroad’s nationwide network, which also includes stops in Canada. But
More than a dozen ski resorts will open earlier than expected thanks to some recent storms and cooperating cold temperatures across the West Coast and Canada. In total, 13 ski mountains on the Ikon Pass have already opened or plan to open this week, the company
We have great news for Air Canada’s customers! The Canadian carrier has recently announced new partnerships that will benefit members of the loyalty program Aeroplan, which is already considered to have one of the best travel reward programs. Through a press release, Air
ORONTO, ON - Goway is ready and delighted to meet the high demand for trips to Japan in light of the country’s full reopening and dropping of Visa restrictions to visitors from the United States and Canada this past
Many travelers from the East Coast of the United States and from Ontario, Canada, love the convenience of a French Canadian holiday in Montreal. However, Montreal isn’t necessarily the best or only option for exploring Quebec this winter. A couple of hours outside of Montreal by
Different states have different influences from different countries and cultures. Louisiana has a French influence through the Cajuns, and Canada's Nova Scotia has a Scottish Gaelic influence. Minnesota is famous for having a very large Nordic or Scandinavian heritage. According to Explore
Vancouver routinely lands on lists of the most expensive cities in Canada, but that shouldn’t put budget-conscious travelers off. Here are many ways to enjoy Western Canada’s biggest metropolis for no cost at all
As international travel returned in full swing this past summer — to say the least — Emirates sees the trend only continuing, specifically for its U.S.-customer base. “I keep on looking at it in a very optimistic way,” Essa Sulaiman Ahmad, Emirates’ divisional vice president for the U.S. and Canada
The Canadian ultra-low-cost airline Lynx Air has announced four new flight routes over the border to the United States. The airline, which is based in Calgary, serves a range of different destinations across Canada, but the announcement of its four new routes to the U.S. will be the
From October 1, Canada is removing all remaining Covid-19 entry restrictions including testing, quarantine and isolation requirements, officials announced Monday. "The Government of Canada will not renew the order in council that expires on September 30 and will therefore
Even as parts of the Caribbean continue their recovery from Hurricane Fiona and Canada deals with the remnants of the storm system this weekend, concerns are growing about the impact of another strengthening storm: Ian. Jamaica, the Cayman Islands and Cuba, along with the
Norwegian Cruise Line changed nearly the entire itinerary of a cruise bound for Bermuda because of Hurricane Fiona, rerouting passengers to Canada instead, the cruise line said. "While we always intend to maintain original itineraries, at times, as with hurricanes, it is
The words “moon resort” may evoke images of some kind of luxury accommodations requiring rocket ship travel that won’t be built until decades or centuries from now. However, a new proposal from Canada-based company Moon World Resorts Inc. imagines this idea a little closer to home
The wolf was not shy. She came silent and fast from behind, flanking our line of hikers. She circled to the front and stopped. She lifted her nose, narrowed her eyes against the wind, and studied our strange herd. What were we? Not caribou or moose, definitely not lemmings. “Whoa, what a
My family loves long road trips even though we can barely stand living under the same roof together. We’ve ventured from our home in Southern California to Texas, onward to Canada, and through a slew of Midwestern states with our rental car packed with food, blankets, and bad
Canada is a country chock-full of natural sites and urban delights, where visitors are equally as wowed by the wildlife and wilderness, as they are by the cultural and culinary offerings found in the cities that speckle the sprawling nation. Peruse for polar bears on the open arctic tundra of Churchill
Eating poutine is a quintessential part of the Canadian experience, perhaps even more so than seeing a moose or eating a Timbit donut morsel from Tim Hortons. A sublime combination of fries, cheese and gravy, poutine is one of Canada's truly definitive foods. It pairs well with beer, you can
Canada’s railways, operated by government-run VIA Rail, are a pillar of the country’s late 19th and early 20th-century history. Impressive feats of engineering, the railways united the nation, delivered news and supplies to isolated communities and brought prosperity and mobility to the masses
Quebec City is often called the heart of French Canada, and some say the historic and luxurious Fairmont Le Château Frontenac is the heart of Quebec City. Located in Old Quebec's Upper Town, Château Frontenac is the epitome of modern-day romantic elegance in an old-world setting. That it
What if I told you that Canada’s festival city is found in the continent’s northernmost metropolis? It’s true: Edmonton hosts over 60 festivals every year, earning the nickname “festival city.” It’s a well-earned one, because even when winter temperatures can plunge to -22 degrees
Up to 55,000 beluga whales are migrating to warmer waters, as they do each year, and you can watch them live. The livestream is produced through a partnership between Arctic conservation group Polar Bears International and nature live streaming network explore.org. It is broadcasted
Going coast-to-coast across North America is a goal of many travelers and road-trip fanatics. There are more than a few ways of making it across the continent, but here’s one way that goes the entire distance through Canada. Travelers who enjoy spending hours on the road exploring
A weekend is all you need to fall in love with this city’s historic neighborhoods, thriving art venues, and seriously good food. A trip to Montreal can be a little disorienting at first: Am I in Europe? Canada? Should I speak in French or English—or both? The short answer is: Yes
Canada’s biggest city and North America’s fourth-largest metropolis, Toronto received more than 27.5 million visitors annually before the pandemic, making it Canada’s top tourism destination, according to Destination Toronto, the city’s tourism-marketing arm. As travel rebounds, Canadian
Even a senior manager at a global travel logistics company can't escape this summer's airport chaos: The man, who's based in the Western US, told Insider his 21-hour trip to Europe last weekend was the "worst experience flying" he's ever had — complete with
When the first people entered North America, they found a very different world. It was a world of the Last Ice Age (or the tail end of it). Massive ice sheets covered the northern part of the continent including almost all of what is today Canada. Today one can see still remnants of the last Ice Age
VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) is proud to remain the most trusted transportation company in Canada for the fourth consecutive year according to the 2022 Gustavson Brand Trust Index (GBTI), published by the University of Victoria’s Gustavson School of Business.
VIA Rail is transforming into a vehicle for change in Canada! On April 19th, we reached another milestone towards that objective as we unveiled our five-year sustainability plan
New Zealand has announced that it is reopening its borders to travellers from visa waiver countries (including the United States and Canada) and dropping its self-isolation requirements for these travellers
A world-renowned guide has put together the most eco-friendly, self-propelled ski adventure possible, teaching travelers to lower their carbon footprint along the way.
Imagine that Caribbean cruise you've been looking forward to suddenly becomes a voyage to Canada and New England instead, or that the ship you booked isn't
Starting February 28, Canada will no longer require PCR tests for fully vaccinated travelers and will accept rapid tests. Unvaccinated travelers will still be subjected to testing requirements and a 14-day quarantine.
If you want to ditch the airport and have a luxurious travel experience on a train instead, then this limited time offer could be for you. Rocky Mountaineer
The Travel Institute has released the 10th edition of its Certified Travel Associate, or CTA®, program, the industry’s “gold standard” in higher learning for agents in the U.S. and Canada.
Say goodbye to boredom and hello to adventure with these trips from heli-skiing in Canada to hut-to-hut hiking in Colorado for this year will surely be ‘Catch-Up’ 2022 for the holidaymaker
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Tuesday warned against travel to Canada after updating its COVID-19 travel guidelines on Sunday
The world's most scenic winter road trips have been revealed including breathtaking drives in Canada, the USA, Iceland, the UK and more beautiful destinations
Fort Lauderdale, Florida (December 21, 2021) – South African Airways (SAA) has informed travel advisors in the U.S. and Canada that the airline is continuing to process ticket refunds through the Refund Accounting Department in their North America Regional Office for customers whose flights were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To make the process more efficient, travel advisors have been asked to forward any refund requests for wholly unused or partially used tickets issued
Canada will advise citizens on Wednesday to avoid non-essential international travel to help reduce the threat from the Omicron variant of COVID-19, a government source said
Canada’s Lynx Air has confirmed it will launch next year, initially flying a fleet of three Boeing 737 MAXs from its Calgary base. Lynx will become the latest addition to Canada’s burgeoning low-cost airline scene
The United States now allows fully vaccinated travelers from Canada to enter the country for non-essential reasons, such as tourism. However, strict rules still remain in place to reenter Canada
The airline confirmed that it will expand its in-flight beverage service Nov. 15 to include miniature bottles of liquor on select flights in domestic, Canada and Latin markets. Drink sales are offered in
Canada has lifted its warning against nonessential foreign travel. The new guidance, which reverses an advisory from the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, signals the success of Canada's COVID-19 vaccination campaign
The Canadian government on Thursday quietly rolled back its guidance against all nonessential travel, replacing it with a new advisory saying travelers should be fully vaccinated before leaving the country
Sun Country Airlines, a growing budget airline that caters to Midwest vacationers and travelers visiting friends and family, is adding several new nonstop flights including its first flights to Canada
Flair Airlines, Canada’s only independent ultra low-cost carrier (ULCC), continues its unprecedented growth with the deployment of four brand new 737 MAX aircraft in April and May 2022
Air Canada is banned from flying passengers into Hong Kong for two weeks. The sudden move is due to the fact that Hong Kong authorities had detected a case coming in from an October 13th flight from Vancouver
The United States plans to ease restrictions on travel for fully vaccinated visitors from Canada and Mexico starting in early November, relaxing bans that have been in place for more than 18 months, according to senior administration officials.
While traveling with her dad through Canada's British Columbia and Alberta in the summer of 2018, Meggie Tran, a world traveler since her first plane ride
According to information from Expedia provided to Yahoo Canada, domestic travel trends are showing an increase in interest in city centres, after there was significantly more demand for destinations closer to the great outdoors over the past 18 months
The US is extending non-essential travel restrictions at its land borders with Canada and Mexico through at least September 21, the Department of Homeland Security announced Friday, citing the Delta variant of the coronavirus
The United States' railroad system is getting a boost from its northern neighbor. One of Western Canada's most-decorated luxury scenic train lines, the Rocky Mountaineer, launched its first US route on August 15 through its namesake mountain range
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and U.S. State Department have each downgraded their travel advisories for Canada, which recently began allowing vaccinated American tourists to cross its borders
The U.S. State Department has lowered the COVID-19 travel advisory for Canada to "Level 2 Exercise Increased Caution", according to a statement on Tuesday
Two travelers trying to enter Toronto from the USA were each fined nearly $20,000 after providing false information related to proof of vaccination and pre-departure coronavirus tests
Canada could start allowing fully vaccinated US citizens and permanent residents on non-essential travel into the country by mid August, according to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
For a limited time, Regent Seven Seas Cruises is offering free business class air with 25 intracontinental 2022 sailings in Alaska and Canada/New England
The U.S., Mexico and Canada have extended non-essential land travel restrictions through July 21, the Department of Homeland Security announced Sunday on Twitter
Tourism, business, labor and cruise industry leaders in Canada have called on the Canadian government to take “immediate action to signal the safe restart of the country’s multi-billion-dollar cruise ship industry
The United States has extended Covid-19 restrictions on non-essential travel at land and ferry crossings with Canada and Mexico until July 21, according to a tweet from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Sunday
Alaska summer cruises are one step closer to reality after President Joe Biden signed the Alaska Tourism Restoration Act into law on Monday, allowing ships to bypass Canada as
While the barriers still seem daunting, cruise line executives seemed more bullish on the prospect this week than at previous times during the COVID-19 pandemic.. And the second is that Transport Canada has to allow cruise ships most of which are traveling to Alaska to
The French explorer Robert de LaSalle explored the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico. He claimed the entire Mississippi basin for France, naming it "La Louisiane" in honor of Louis XIV.
On his last journey, he set sail from France with four ships and 300 colonists. From the outset, however, the expedition was beset with problems. One ship was lost to pirates in the Caribbean
In 2020, Canada topped the Spartacus magazine Gay Travel Index, with the outlet naming it as its top queer-friendly destination. The Gay Travel Index, published every year since 2012, ranks countries based on the degree to which they champion LGBT+ rights
Marriott Bonvoy is kicking off the spring season with a sale on more than 4,900 hotels throughout the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, and Latin America
Several major cruise lines extended their pause on operations this week, with some forced to cancel Canadian departures and Alaska itineraries for this year amid a ban on cruise ships in Canada
Beginning Monday, most air passengers entering Canada must comply with new travel measures, including a pricey hotel quarantine. The new regulations are off to a bumpy start, with complaints from some travellers that they can't get through on the government phone line to book their hotel
The only cruise option for Canadians in 2021, St. Lawrence Cruise Lines will operate its 2021 river cruise season as planned, catering exclusively to Canadian residents aboard the 32-cabin Canadian Empress
Alaska’s elected officials responded to Canada’s year-long ban on large cruise ships and pleasure crafts by calling the action “unexpected” and “unacceptable” due to the extensive damage it would cause to the state’s economy
Alaska officials are working 'to find a path forward' for cruises in its waters after Canada announced it was extending its ban on cruise ships until Feb. 28, 2022. "Upon hearing the announcement, we immediately reached out to Canadian and American agencies to try to understand the rationale behind this decision
While the border between the U.S. and Canada remains closed throughout at least Feb. 21, Quebec is making sure Americans don't miss out on one of the coolest experiences on the continent
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association says it is urging the government of Canada to reconsider its new testing rules for return travel to the country. The rule, which took effect Jan. 7, requires all residents and travelers entering Canada
Arriving airline passengers will soon be required to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test before entering Canada, Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc announced Wednesday (Dec. 30)
Hotels offer us a choice of king and queen beds. Why not take them literally? With a long tradition of British monarchy visiting stateside, it’s not hard to find a hotel bed -- or at least a hotel -- slept in by a royal. Here are a few options
Canada’s famed glass-domed luxury rail operator has some good news for 2021: For the first time, Rocky Mountaineer is bringing its train journeys to the American Southwest for a standalone U.S. adventure. For two days, passengers aboard the new ‘Rockies To The Red Rocks’ route will ride from Denver to Moab, Utah, with an overnight stay in Glenwood Springs, Colorado
Canada has announced an extension of restrictions on international travel in an effort to prevent the further spread of the novel coronavirus amid an ongoing second wave of the pandemic in the country.
Canada's government will soon announce aid for the country’s airline industry but the help will be contingent on carriers providing refunds to passengers whose flights were cancelled, Transport Minister Marc Garneau said Sunday.
The international travel restrictions Canada has in place are now extended to the end of November. Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Bill Blair announced that the federal government has renewed its international ban on non-essential travel for another month.
In mid-March, Canada closed its borders to foreign travelers and large vessels, including cruise ships, which effectively forced the cancellation of the Alaska cruise season in 2020.
For Croatia’s premier small ship cruise company, Katarina Line, “every challenge is an opportunity to educate industry partners and help them grow their business,” says Daniel Hauptfeld, the company’s marketing director. For many years, the company maintained a demanding trade show schedule that allowed them to meet one-on-one with travel advisors in Europe and throughout the United States and Canada. COVID-19 changed the travel landscape in 2020, forcing the cancellation of most industry trade shows and creating unique new challenges to client-partner relationships that are at the heart of Katarina Line’s success. Travel Advisors account for more than 98% of all their bookings worldwide.
Would you travel during a pandemic? The new Air Canada insurance offer will make sure your expenses are covered if you get COVID-19 while travelling internationally. Plus it's free when you book a flight.
An American tourist who violated Canada’s coronavirus travel restrictions at least twice to sneak a visit to Banff National Park in June is now facing a six-figure fine and up to six months in jail.
For about a month now, Air Canada’s customer service line has been automatically greeting callers with a pre-recorded message notifying them of the ability to travel to the United States. While many Canadians could be under the impression that only essential travel to the United States is permitted
Another of the largest hotel conglomerates in the country is mandating face mask use for all of its customers. Last week, Orlando-based Wyndham Hotels and Resorts announced that all visitors to its properties in the United States and Canada would be required to wear masks in public areas.
Canada and the United States are set to extend a ban on non-essential travel that was imposed to fight the coronavirus outbreak, although a final decision has not been taken, two Ottawa sources familiar with the matter said on Monday.
As Canada continues to try to limit the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, the government is also trying to encourage domestic travel rather than international trips for Canadians who choose to vacation. But travel across the country is not a straightforward affair. Atlantic Canada has even introduced a Travel Bubble for regional travelers.
Canada announced yesterday (June 30, 2020) that it will be extending its ban on foreign travelers until at least July 31, 2020. The ban applies to all foreign nationals other than those from the United States who are not Canadian citizens, permanent residents or those traveling for essential reasons.
In downtown Buffalo, New York, crossing the border into Ontario, Canada, used to be as easy as driving one mile across the Peace Bridge over the Niagara River. But that's now a forbidden route.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday announced that the U.S.-Canada border will continue to be closed to non-essential travel until late July because of the coronavirus pandemic.
The Canadian government will soon require temperature screenings of passengers flying into, out of, or within the country, as part of a new effort to prevent coronavirus outbreaks stemming from air travel.
As more places begin to open, you may be wondering if travel to Canada is permitted. The answer is somewhat complicated. Unless you are a citizen, permanent resident or have special permission, you will likely be denied entrance into Canda.
British cruise line P&O Cruises, a Carnival subsidiary, is canceling all its sailings until Oct. 15 because of the coronavirus pandemic – after a move by Canada to ban cruises and ferries carrying more than 100 people with overnight capacity in its waters through Oct. 31.
They are used to fly around big-name music stars and sports teams, but Air Canada is utilising its fleet of private charter Airbus A319 for select flights which have been dubbed "Covid class." The "Jetz" aircraft have been used by the likes of the Spice Girls, the Rolling Stones and U2 in the past.
The idea of Covid-19 entering the remote First Nation’s community of Bella Bella terrifies Marilyn Slett, chief councillor of the Heiltsuk Tribal Council. Located on British Columbia’s (BC) central coast, the water- and air-access only community of 1,400 is a gateway to Canada’s
Travelers looking to make a trip to Canada or Mexico will have to wait another 30 days as the Department of Homeland Security extended border closures to curb COVID-19 infections. Chad Wolf, the acting Secretary of Homeland Security, announced Tuesday that the U.S.-Canada and U.S.-Mexico land border closure has been extended until June 22. "The President has made it clear that we must
Adecade ago, my father, Terry Lee, found a wooden sign behind our cottage’s boathouse. He guessed it had once hung above the door, naming this Ontario lakeside property: Brynmorwydd. Dad, who grew up in Cardiff and emigrated to Canada in the 1970s, knew right away it was Welsh. But the cottage, which originally belonged to my stepmother’s family, was actually an exercise in Canadianness for
The COVID-19 pandemic is doing increasing damage to the cruise industry. Princess Cruises announced Wednesday that it is extending its pause in global ship operations, resulting in the cancellation of select cruises through the end of the 2020 summer season. Sister line Holland America is doing the same, pausing its Alaska, Europe and Canada/New England cruises for 2020, as is other sister line
Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and Seabourn have announced sweeping cancellations to voyages throughout the summer and into fall, affecting cruises to Alaska and British Columbia, Europe, Canada & New England, the Caribbean and Holland America Line's fall Grand Voyage aboard Amsterdam. These new announcements effectively cancel the entire Alaska, Canada & New England, Europe and
Australia and New Zealand are planning a "travel bubble", or corridor, that will allow the quarantine-free flow of people between the two neighbours. Both countries have severely restricted international travel to prevent the spread of coronavirus. However, if successful, the "bubble" could grow to include more countries that have a low number of cases. A wider scheme is planned with Canada and other
From Alaska to Washington State and British Columbia in Canada, ports in the Pacific Northwest are facing significant financial challenges as the already-short Alaska cruise season confronts delays and cancellations from the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Coupled with restrictions on cruising brought on by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the temporary
The United States, Canada and Mexico will extend restrictions barring nonessential travel across their respective shared borders for another 30 days amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Trump administration announced Monday. "As President Trump stated last week, border control, travel restrictions and other limitations remain critical to slowing the spread and allowing the phased opening of the
Airlines in Canada continue to cope with ongoing travel restrictions and bans as governments around the globe try to minimize the impact of the coronavirus. Here’s what Canada’s major airlines are doing about international and domestic flights in response to continuing coronavirus travel bans. Recently, the airline announced that it would extend the suspension of international flights, as well
Turning a passenger aircraft into a full-fledged freighter is more involving than simply removing seats. The floor has to be strengthened, a hole needs to be cut in the fuselage for a loading hatch, and weeks of additional work is required. So instead Air Canada in six days designed and implemented a solution to make three 777-300ER aircraft into hybrid or quasi freighters. Air Canada is taking out all of the plane’s 422
Freedom of movement at the world's longest land border diminished on Wednesday when President Donald Trump announced restrictions on travel between the United States and Canada. "We will be, by mutual consent, temporarily closing our Northern Border with Canada to non-essential traffic. Trade will not be affected. Details to follow!" Trump tweeted. The decision, which goes into effect today, will transform life at
U.S. and Mexican officials are working on an agreement to ban "non-essential" travel between their border along the same lines of the deal that the U.S. announced this week with Canada, a Trump administration official said. Trade would be exempted. There are 118 coronavirus cases currently in Mexico and 13,159 in the U.S, according to Johns Hopkins data. For tourists, Mexico is the seventh most
The French explorer Robert de LaSalle explored the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico. He claimed the entire Mississippi basin for France, naming it "La Louisiane" in honor of Louis XIV. On his last journey, he set sail from France with four ships and 300 colonists
Spring is the season when landscapes wake up from winter’s chill, and there are few more dramatic places to witness this spring awakening than on the west coast of Canada, when the snow-covered scenery transforms into a patchwork of green spaces and multicolored flowers, and animals venture out into the warmer temperatures. Experiencing British Columbia’s endlessly diverse natural landscapes, from pristine
Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced today (March 16, 2020) that the country will be barring entry to almost all non-Canadian travelers who are not citizens or permanent residents in an escalated effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Trudeau went into self-quarantine (and appears not to be exhibiting any signs of the disease) on March 14 after his
Canadians are being urged to avoid non-essential travel out of the country until further notice as other nations rush to close their borders amid the coronavirus outbreak. “To limit the spread of Covid-19, many countries have put in place travel or border restrictions and other measures such as movement restrictions and quarantines,” Global Affairs Canada posted on its travel advisory website. “Airlines have canceled flights. New
Today, a senior Canadian official recommended that residents of the province British Columbia not travel internationally, including to the U.S. Dr Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer for British Columbia, which includes Canada’s 3rd largest city Vancouver, is the first senior Canadian official to specifically recommend against travel to the U.S. “This is a rapidly changing situation. The
Maybe it’s because Panorama Mountain Resort isn’t right off the Trans-Canada Highway, like Revelstoke Mountain Resort and Kicking Horse. Maybe it’s because its base town of Invermere is tiny and a bit sleepy, unlike artsy Nelson and spunky Fernie. Whatever the reason, Panorama has fallen off the map of the Powder Highway, the popular circuit of ski destinations in interior British Columbia. But it
The irresistible pull of going off-grid has travellers swapping sand for snow in increasing numbers. Touted as ‘the new exotic’, this region, which encompasses the northernmost territories of Norway, Sweden and Finland, plus swathes of Russia, Canada, Alaska and Greenland, is a trending destination in experiential tourism. The industry is taking heed; adventure holiday advocate Scott Dunn is sailing 45 percent
Seventy more people (the highest single-day total) tested positive for coronavirus onboard Diamond Princess on February 16, which brings the total number to 355 infected passengers. The ship is under a two-week quarantine in Yokohama, but the U.S., Australia, Canada, Italy and Hong Kong embassies have announced passengers are to be repatriated back to their respective countries. The 2,670-passenger ship, which
The last time Candice LaFaver spotted the purple grains of sand along the shoreline at Candle Lake Provincial Park was in 2018. That July, she and her family had taken out their boat for a leisurely summertime cruise on this freshwater lake located in northern Saskatchewan when she glanced over to a deserted stretch of beach and couldn’t believe what she saw. Near the lake’s north-eastern edge, an area that
Pristine wilderness dotted by ancient village sites so protected that only 12 people at a time are allowed to step ashore -- this is Canada's final frontier, a remote archipelago off British Columbia's northernmost coast. At once thrilling, serene and mysterious, the mist-shrouded peaks of Haida Gwaii rise from the waves like magical kingdoms, home to a wealth of rare species found nowhere else on earth and a
Step into a fairytale when checking into Ottawa’s historic and charming Fairmont Château Laurier. Sir Wilfred Laurier, Canada’s seventh Prime Minister, officially opened the regal Château in 1912. Among the first hotel rooms with indoor plumbing the rooms cost two dollars
Canada’s gritty railroad town of Golden, BC, doesn’t boast the historical grandeur of Banff just to the east nor the new resort skiing hype of Revelstoke over the Continental Divide to the west. But it has its own unique claim to fame: it’s the gateway to Rogers Pass, home to some
Turquoise waters, towering crags, the deep green of forest and the icy glint of snowcapped peaks: wind the only sound, the scent of pine in the air, and, deeper in the wilderness, the quiet footfall of elk, bears and moose. This is Moraine Lake, my favourite spot in the
‘Are you a crew member?” the security guard asked, fixing me with a stare in the van’s rear-view mirror. “Passenger,” I replied. The guard gave me a quizzical look then muttered something to himself in German, shaking his head. It was 7am and the port of Hamburg was a hive of activity, our port security van speeding past whirring cranes and towering stacks of shipping containers. As
Train travel is tipped as the top way to explore the world in 2020 but there's one rail experience in particular that should be on every enthusiast's radar: the Rocky Mountaineer train. If railway journeys have always only been about getting from A to B for you, Canada's most scenic train ride will change everything you've ever known about the eco-friendly mode of
If you went back to China after five years it would be completely different, but if you returned to Trout Point Lodge it would be exactly the same. Set on the edge of the world - or so it might seem to some - this luxury eco-lodge in Nova Scotia, Canada sits alongside 100 acres of swaying beeches, birches and maples. The pale blue Tusket and Napier Rivers flow
Located between the Haida Gwaii archipelago on the north coast of British Columbia and the southern tip of Alaska's Panhandle, Dixon Entrance’s nutrient-rich waters, which attract orcas, albatross and five species of salmon, surge towards the rocky shores and green forests of Prince of Wales Island and the mainland. At some point as we sailed through the waves, we left Canadian waters
Food trends flew by in a relentless fashion this past year. I drove to Chicago and Canada, flew to New York and New Orleans and explored my own Michigan back yard in search of interesting things to eat. Sometimes, I discovered good food on the way to and from other food. These are the meals and dishes that stood out to me this year. Two entire meals. Everyone who had ever eaten at
On its Best in Travel 2020 list, Lonely Planet picked Salzburg, Austria as the number-one city to visit next year, ranking Washington, D.C. second and Cairo, Egypt third. Italy continues its reign as the favorite place to go, according to global luxury travel network Virtuoso, while Croatia heads the list of emerging destinations. Destinations topping Fodor’s list in the United States and Canada are
Seeing iconic Chinese sights like the terracotta warriors will soon become easier as China adds Xian, Ningbo, and Chongqing to its growing list of 144-hour visa-free travel ports. China has been building itself up as a stopover hub, and the visa-free transit permit—obtained upon arrival—lets travelers from the U.S., Canada, and 51 other countries
Canada’s largest city is known for its diversity – boasting a population of 2.9 million residents who represent 200 ethnic groups and speak more than 140 languages. International cultures are celebrated throughout the city in its restaurants, shops, and museums — and this is just one of many reasons Toronto is a great city to visit. To experience the best of Toronto, this three-day travel guide
The rise in plant-based eating has inevitably led to more demand for vegan food tours around the world. From 2014 to 2017, the United States alone saw a whopping 500-percent increase in people identifying as vegan — and this isn’t counting the growing number of vegetarians, flexitarians, and “reducetarians” (those trying to reduce meat consumption). The U.K. and Canada are also seeing rapid
Thanks to its ocean-side locale, breathtaking mountains and lush green spaces, Vancouver is one of Canada’s most popular destinations. It’s also the county’s most temperate and picturesque urban center (sorry Toronto). When you visit, why not take your experience up a notch by staying at one of the city’s most indulgent retreats? Here’s a look at
Is it worth the risk to plan a cruise to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda, Mexican Riviera or even Canada/New England during hurricane season? Absolutely, with one major caveat: To paraphrase a cliche, prepare for the worst – and hope for the best. Statistically speaking, the chances that your particular voyage is going to be affected by a hurricane are very slim. But changes to
Some 12.3 million US residents headed to Canada in the first half of 2019, the highest first-half record since 2007, according to Statistics Canada. CTV News in Canada first reported these findings. Canada, the vast North American country known for a bevy of cool offerings, including poutine, polar bears and Northern Lights, is welcoming US visitors this year at a near-record rate. For many US
Before barefoot security lines at the airport, and before internet marketers tried to lure consumers with low-ball deals, travel had a sense of romance, almost an elegance that made an upcoming trip a pleasure from start to finish. So it still is with long-distance trains. Like the typewriters of the travel world, they are our clickety-clack time machines to the past. Patt Morrison and Rosemary McClure took
It was a bucket list trip, but not in the way you might think. The Via Rail train journey across Canada was not about my do-before-dying list but about the Earth’s, about seeing the natural wonders before they’re swallowed up, burned up or chewed up by climate change or humans. Now that that grim part is out of the way, here’s the fun bit: about 3,000 miles, five days and four
When the six-star Scenic Eclipse sets sail on its 13-day inaugural voyage from Reykjavik, Iceland to Quebec, Canada on August 15th, 2019, the launch promises to set a new standard for cruisers seeking a mix of luxury and adventure on the high seas. The ship has been aptly
It's one of the most common cruising questions: When is the best time to cruise to Alaska, Australia, the Caribbean, Canada/New England, Hawaii, Europe or the South Pacific? The answer depends on many variables, according to Cruise Critic. For example
Award-winning small ship cruise company and “Best Croatian DMC” Katarina Line will be attending a record number of industry trade shows in Europe, the U.S. and Canada for 2019 as it ramps up its outreach to travel agents, which comprise more
Somewhere in between our love-hate relationship with air travel and a budding affinity for luxury cruises patiently sits a once-beloved suitor, the train industry. A world that was once romanticized in movies like Murder on the Orient Express and Out of Africa almost has gotten lost in testosterone-fueled Mission: Impossible and Source Code scenes. Where’s a young
To be quite honest, I wasn’t going on the Women Who Travel trip to Colombia for the food. I was going for the sweaty, aguardiente-filled salsa nights in Cartagena, the lazy lake house days in Guatape, and the shopping (and boy did I shop) in Medellin. But what stuck with me were the 18 new friends—from Malaysia, Charleston, Australia, Canada, San Francisco, Italy
Edmonton Fire Rescue Services rescued nearly 300 people from the Edmonton Riverboat on Saturday after the boat became stuck due to a strong current, the department confirmed to Business Insider. The ship, which was sailing in the North Saskatchewan River, was unable to return to its dock in Alberta due to swift currents moving toward the ship. The rescue operation lasted more than five hours, from
Craggy cliffs and verdant forestry, flat expanses of countryside that merge into choppy cobalt waters -- and you're as likely to spot a moose as you are another person. Welcome to Gander in Newfoundland, Canada. It's an unlikely location for an international airport, but the northeastern tip of this rocky Canadian isle is one of the world's most significant aviation destinations. From here, British aviators
Air Canada is reviewing a passenger's claim that she was left sleeping on a plane for hours after a flight landed, leaving her to find a way to escape a cold, dark and empty plane. Tiffani Adams was returning home to Toronto from Quebec and said she fell asleep "probably less than halfway" through the one-and-a-half hour flight, before waking up "around
The once-in-a-lifetime holidays of hundreds of travellers are in jeopardy after Russian authorities seized two ships from a Canada-based cruise company. One Ocean Expeditions (OOE) had leased the MV Akademik Ioffe and the MV Akademik Sergey from Russia since 2011 and 2012. The vessels each carried fewer than 100 passengers and were used for Arctic
If watching a game at Rio de Janeiro's Maracanã stadium has been on your bucket list since the 2014 FIFA World Cup, you can now do so without adding a trip to the consulate as part of your itinerary. Effective June 17, tourists from the United States, Canada, Japan and Australia will no longer need a visa to visit Brazil
Just like in the artisan neighborhoods of old European towns, each section of the factory floor is dominated by a particular craft. Carpentry in one corner, upholstery in another -- some areas look more like an artistic atelier than an aircraft plant. We are at Bombardier's Centre of Excellence, a facility on the outskirts of Montreal, Canada
With stunning sights and so much to do, don’t let a tight budget stop you from travelling Canada! We’ve compiled a few budget saving techniques to help you travel more and spend less. Check out our tips to travel Canada on a budget. Making your way from coast to coast doesn’t have to be a costly affair! Selecting the best mode of transportation for your trip will
As if the drive along the picturesque icefield between Banff and Jasper national parks in Canada’s magnificent Rockies, wasn’t spectacular enough, you can now stop and stay at the newly refurbished Glacier View Lodge for a luxurious mountain experience. And what an experience it will be! Situated at the Athabasca Glacier, the lodge is so much more than
There’s something romantic about traveling by train. You travel quickly, but not too quickly to miss out on the views. And for visitors to Western Canada — home to iconic sites like Banff National Park — views are important. For travelers who don’t want to miss a thing, there’s nothing better than a trip on Rocky Mountaineer’s GoldLeaf Service train carriages. The
Pawtucket, RI (May 6, 2019) – Collette, global tour operator, is pleased to announce the launch of a Mystery Travel Sale starting today– clients can save big on over 150 tours. From May 6-20, travelers can save up to $1199 on tours to Asia, South America, Australia/New Zealand, Canada
Can you imagine hanging over a straight drop -- and staring down 245 feet into the gaping maw of an underwater tunnel? Well, you no longer have to imagine. You can travel to Canada's Wonderland, a large theme park outside of Toronto, and submit yourself to that thrill on the Yukon Striker roller coaster. It's set to open 10 a.m. local time
The Brazilian government announced this week that travelers from the United States, Australia, Japan and Canada will no longer need a visa to enter the country of Carnival
The French explorer Robert de LaSalle explored the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico. He claimed the entire Mississippi basin for France, naming it "La Louisiane" in honor of Louis XIV
Winnipeg was a city built for great things. Bankrolled by booming fur and wheat traders, there were more millionaires here per capita than New York in the late 1800s. By 1905 it was the fastest growing city of its size, not only in Canada, but in the whole of North America. And by 1911 a whopping 24 train lines converged upon the
A woman has accused Air Canada of telling her she would need to breastfeed her baby in the toilet on an upcoming flight. Emergency physician Stephanie VandenBerg tweeted about her encounter with the airline on 3 March, writing: “Dear Air Canada: It is never okay to recommend a woman breastfeed her infant in an airplane
Stranded for hours on a snowy tarmac, passengers on an Air Canada flight were beginning to feel the stress, but their pilot knew the answer: 23 pizzas delivered to the airplane's door. Air Canada Flight 608 left Toronto bound for Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Monday night, but bad weather forced the aircraft to be diverted to Fredericton, New
The long-awaited Scenic Eclipse expedition ship will launch a whole year later than originally planned. According to Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, the maiden voyage is now likely to be 15 August 2019 -- a 12-night Iceland and Atlantic Canada itinerary. Initially due to debut in August 2018, the "world’s first discovery yacht", as it is still described by the company, was
Passengers aboard a United Airlines flight out of New Jersey found themselves stranded at a Canadian military base for more than 15 hours. United Flight 179 left New Jersey's Newark Liberty International Airport on Saturday afternoon, destined for Hong Kong International Airport. But a medical emergency diverted the flight to Goose Bay airport in Newfoundland, Canada
Taking a break from writing about Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), I thought now would be a good time to write about a topic relevant to me right now. I have been accepted to speak at Insomni'hack in Geneva, Switzerland in March and Hack in Paris in June. While I have been outside the United States, I have only flown to Canada.
A businessman from China hopped on a private jet last month, landed in Canada and went hiking on the Cascade Range in BC. And then he smoked a fat blunt. This experience cost $12,500 [$9,272]. It’s part of a ‘high-hiking’ tour hosted by Butiq Escapes, a luxury weed tourism company based out of Victoria, British Columbia, where a
Fort Lauderdale, FL (January 2, 2019) – South African Airways (SAA), Africa’s most awarded airline, will increase its frequency on nonstop flights between Washington, D.C.-Dulles International Airport and Accra’s Kotoka International Airport to five days weekly starting April 2, 2019. SAA offers the only nonstop flight between Washington D.C. and Ghana and offers travelers convenient connections to / from over 100 cities across the U.S. and Canada through its Star Alliance partner, United Airlines via Washington, D.C.-Dulles.
Snow and cold blew into the Rockies a month ago and have been squatting ever since, making the start to this ski season the strongest in years. The Northeast, too, has logged good amounts of snow during the early season, setting New England up for a long ski winter. The entire spine of the continental divide, from Colorado up through Canada
Every winter, more skiers and snowboarders pick Canada’s Whistler Blackcomb than any other resort in North America. It is stunningly large, with the most skiable terrain (8,171 acres) and highest vertical rise (5,280 feet) on the continent, and each of its two interconnected mountains is bigger than other top-tier destination resorts. The result is virtually every snow condition
Visiting a locale in person is the single best way to experience a place and its people. The second best way: Reading a book about it. Luckily, this year there was no shortage of engaging books exploring every corner of the globe, from Canada to France to our home turf
Air Canada has signed a definitive agreement to buy the Aeroplan loyalty program from Aimia Inc. for $450 million in cash. Under the deal, Air Canada will also assume $1.9 billion of Aeroplan miles liability. The definitive agreement follows an announcement in August of a tentative sale. Air Canada says it has also signed agreements with TD Bank
On a clear day, stand on any westward-facing beach near Point May on Newfoundland’s wind-scoured Burin Peninsula and gaze seaward. You can see France from there
You can smell it on the breeze. Something funky, fresh and earthy. After years on the margins, its true believers are going public, and if you listen in bars and cafes from Ottawa to Vancouver to Montreal, you’ll likely hear talk of the new nationwide manifesto. There are idealists and sceptics, and those who still haven’t made up their mind. Who can
Safety officials say a near collision of airliners in San Francisco last year was a few feet from becoming the worst crash in aviation history. The National Transportation Safety Board issued a final report Thursday on the incident in which an Air Canada jet nearly crashed into planes lined up on the ground at San Francisco International Airport
Canada’s Air Transat (TRZ.TO) could expand a partnership deal with the airline arm of British tourism group Thomas Cook (TCG.L) to include codesharing and interlining, the boss of the Canadian carrier said. Codesharing is a way of airlines selling each other’s tickets
Dreaming of a ski vacation this winter? Now you can start planning as Airbnb has released its list of the top trending ski destinations in the US and Canada, and how much the average rental will cost in the month of January.
Its cobblestone streets and French architecture make Old Montreal, the original settlement on the St. Lawrence Seaway, compelling. But the second largest city in Canada, now 376 years old, also has much to offer in its surrounding neighborhoods. From the new restaurants of Gay Village to the annually updated murals of the Plateau
Over the last decade luxury cruise lines have begun to venture into high Arctic waters. A warming Arctic has opened areas to cruising once restricted only to icebreakers. ... The holy grail of arctic cruising, however, is Canada’s famed Northwest Passage from Greenland to Nome.
Instead of a beach vacation to Bermuda, 2,000 cruise ship passengers got to tour Canada and Maine this week thanks to Hurricane Florence. The Norwegian Dawn departed from Boston last Friday, and has made stops...
Dozens of Telegraph Travel readers have come forward with tales of woe about Primera Air following our story about a British family who spent £3,000 on a dream holiday to Canada only to arrive at the airport to find their flights had been cancelled months earlier. The Latvia-based low-cost carrier apologised to Nicki Bryce, who was due to fly to Toronto from Birmingham on
Upstart Canadian "ultra-low-cost carrier" Swoop is making its first push into the United States, revealing plans Thursday to fly seven routes from five U.S. airports. The airline’s first U.S. flights start Oct. 11, when Swoop launches non-stop service between Las Vegas and Edmonton. The carrier will add six more U.S.-Canada routes by the end of October. In addition to Las Vegas,
None of my nearest and dearest could quite believe someone was going to let me – a ham-fisted, maladroit non-driver, who even managed to fail the cycling proficiency test – pilot a boat. I’ll admit it; I was a little surprised myself. So when I set off down the Rideau Canal on a Canadian boating holiday it was with the sun on my face, my knuckles white on the wheel and a
In 1718, a French explorer named Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville sailed down the Mississippi River to establish a new French colony on the Gulf of Mexico. This colony would expand New France from eastern Canada all the way down to the Gulf. That colony became New Orleans. Now, New Orleans is known for celebrations, but it’s really kicking it up a notch (as New Orleans’ own Emeril
Cruising is a great way to catch some killer views while discovering places like Alaska, Canada and the rivers of Europe. Can’t decide where to go? If you take advice from Cruise Critic readers, you'll visit all these places. The cruise website’s readers' top choices for 2018 are Glacier Bay, Alaska; Quebec City, Canada; and a host of European destinations, including Arles, Avignon and Villefranche,
Piraeus, Greece -- July 19, 2018 -- Celestyal Cruises is pleased to announce the appointment of Josh Hepp as Business Development Manager, Western USA and Western Canada, effective 9 July 2018. Based in Denver, CO Josh will be responsible for aggressively growing Celestyal’s footprint in the West
oday marks Canada Day, the country's national day and the anniversary of the implementation of their Constitution Act. To mark the occasion, Sophie Butler has put together her pick of the nation’s highlights. Check out kayaking, train trips, horseback riding, waterfalls, and bears - oh my.
After several years of breakneck growth in the USA, European low-cost carrier Norwegian Air is setting its sights on Canada. The airline announced on Thursday that it would begin flying from Montreal this fall and from and Hamilton, Ontario, next spring. “This is only our first step into Canada and as the world’s fastest-growing airline
If you walk down to Vancouver’s Canada Place cruise terminal this summer season, you’ll see an unfamiliar ship docked. Seattle-based Windstar Cruises (windstarcruises.com) has kicked off its first Alaska cruise season in nearly two decades, bringing the all-suite, 212-guest Star Legend to Vancouver for a series of voyages that sail roundtrip from Canada Place, or one-way between Vancouver and Seward, Alaska.
It’s not too early to start planning a Disney cruise for fall 2019. Disney Cruise Line just announced its new cruise itineraries and sail dates for October, November, and December of next year. The lineup promises exciting excursions to island locales, coastal destinations, and jaw-dropping scenery, including the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Baja, the Mexican Riviera, Bermuda, Canada, and the Panama Canal.
Despite being a firm favorite with surfers and backpackers, Puerto Escondido, on the Oaxacan coast of southern Mexico, has remained under the mainstream tourism radar for years. The lack of big resort hotels, which is part of its appeal, probably has something to do with this, as well as that there are no direct flights from the United States or Canada.
Despite being a firm favorite with surfers and backpackers, Puerto Escondido, on the Oaxacan coast of southern Mexico, has remained under the mainstream tourism radar for years. The lack of big resort hotels, which is part of its appeal, probably has something to do with this, as well as that there are no direct flights from the United States or Canada.
With mountain vistas, world-class snow sports, captivating wildlife and cultural mix, Canada promises no shortage of bucket-list travel experiences. From British Columbia’s ruggedly handsome West Coast, to the Rocky Mountains in Alberta, all the way through the interior’s windswept prairies, to French-infused Quebec, and the historic east coast Maritimes, plus the impossibly friendly people who call these places home – it’s the “It” country of the moment.
Air Canada has turned the tables on WestJet by taking advantage of labour uncertainty at its Calgary rival with a suggestion that it is ready pick up the slack in the event WestJet’s pilots decide to strike. The Montreal-based airline said the public may feel anxious about potential labour disruption after WestJet pilots announced they are beginning a 15-day voting period to give its negotiators a strike mandate.
From Spain and Canada, to Russia and — most recently — South Korea; two-time snowboarding world champion Alex “Chumpy” Pullin has travelled around the world and back again in the pursuit of gold medal glory. Fresh from competing in this year’s Winter Olympics, he takes us through his packing essentials.
Will tourists be getting off cruise ships in Delta and checking out what the city has to offer in a few years? That’s a question to once again ponder as the Port of Vancouver this week enthusiastically announced the start of the 2018 cruise season with the arrival of the first ship at the Canada Place terminal.
Hello Today in the Sky readers! It's time for the March 2018 edition of our "#avgeek photo gallery." For the uninitiated, it's a batch of fun airplane and aviation photos from around the globe. Like several of our previous galleries, this month's collection has a theme; this time it's a look at Canada's Vancouver International Airport.
The French explorer Robert de LaSalle explored the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico. He claimed the entire Mississippi basin for France, naming it "La Louisiane" in honor of Louis XIV.
If it materializes, Delta and WestJet could act together in setting prices and flight times on their U.S.-Canada flights. The airlines also pledged the deal would pave the way for new non-stop routes and “enhanced frequent flier benefits"
while the U.S. and Canada have their fair share of divine ski-centric properties, there’s something magical about a snowy adventure in the Alps. From France to Italy to Switzerland, take a look at these eight ultra-cozy ski hotels
Air Canada and Spirit Airlines passengers at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport will soon be able to fly nonstop to Montreal, Denver and Montego Bay, Jamaica, the airport announced Wednesday
Las Vegas is the sixth most visited city in the US, accounting for just under 10 per cent of the nation’s overseas arrivals. Behind only the behemoths of New York, Miami, Los Angeles, Orlando and San Francisco, Nevada’s Sin City welcomes 3.3 million people from abroad each year - excluding Mexico and Canada
The Free Spirit Spheres on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada are tiny, round hotel pods that look like suspended hobbit homes straight out of a J.R.R. Tolkien novel
When a massive luxury cruise ship docked outside the tiny Inuit town of Cambridge Bay this summer, it doubled the population of the town for a day. The Serenity is by far the largest passenger ship ever to ply the waters of the Northwest Passage, from Alaska through the Canadian Arctic Archipelago and on toward Greenland
Above the 60th parallel and thus inside the Arctic Circle, Northern Canada is wild, magical, rarely explored place. Here, a virtual tour across the towns that define Arctic Canada, from polar bears and gold rushes to foraging and five-star restaurants—a glimpse into the Land of the Midnight Sun
If you have time to spare, or ample annual leave, this 29-day direct cruise from Singapore to Alaska may be a good option for those who do not like taking long-haul flights to US or Canada
Canada is the world’s second-largest country, geographically speaking. Maybe that’s why its smallest hotels seem like such discoveries—jewel-like accommodations embedded in spectacular natural settings, or luxurious lodgings slipped in urban pockets so discreet even locals might miss them
Canada’s stretch of the Rocky Mountains is an outdoor paradise with something for everyone: upscale resorts surrounded by jagged mountains, isolated hikes offering an escape from urban life and crystal-blue water that dares you to feel the chill
Glorious, rugged, and gorgeous, Banff gets a lot of love. National Geographic Traveler named it one of 21 must-see places to visit in 2017, the only spot in Canada to make the list
How about this for a dilemma… you’re crossing the Atlantic to spend time in a country of epic, pristine beauty and want to take a train journey through the stupendously scenic Rocky Mountains. Problem is there are two options
A surprising number of Americans avoid traveling. Eleven percent have never stepped foot aboard a plane, the industry association Airlines for America reports. Ever, in their lives. Even with passports now required for travel to Mexico and Canada, 59 percent of Americans don’t have one
Travelers flying to the U.S. from nearly 300 international airports, including those in Mexico and Canada, are now subject to stepped-up security measures that include stricter screening for electronic devices larger than cellphones
In surrounding waters, Haida Gwaii sees 20 kinds of whale, dolphin, and porpoise. The island chain is largely known as the Canadian Galápagos for its wildlife
Federal investigators say they have interviewed the captain of an Air Canada jet that descended toward a taxiway holding four other planes rather than the assigned runway and narrowly avoided disaster at San Francisco International Airport
One of the "worst aviation disasters in history" was averted last week when an Air Canada plane was prevented at the last minute from landing into four aircraft on a busy taxiway. It is estimated the plane abandoned the landing at 400 feet, missing two aircraft on the ground by about 100 feet
Canada is home to more than two million lakes and contains more lake area than any other country. Which means finding a gorgeous setting to kayak, swim or fish in isn’t difficult. We’ve rounded up 10 of our favorites
Kingston was the logical place to declare a new nation. It was the first capital of the Province of Canada, a British colony that lasted from 1841 until the birth of the country in 1867
Hong Kong Airlines is set to make its North American debut with the launch of its non-stop daily service between Vancouver, Canada (YVR) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) on June 30, 2017
O Canada, land of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's equally gendered cabinet, health care for the masses and plenty of plaid. As far as travel goes, you're unlikely to experience culture shock visiting the country - but knowing a few things can make your trip go more smoothly
It may not have the name recognition of better-known Canadian cities like Toronto, Montreal or even Quebec, but as the birthplace of retired professional wrestler Rocky "Soulman" Johnson - father to none other than wrestler-turned-actor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson - and as the place where parts of the films "Titanic" (cue Celine Dion) and "Jumping the Broom" were filmed, it's safe to say that Nova Scotia holds its own as a noteworthy destination
Hotel options across Canada are growing almost daily — great news for Canadians who want to vacation at home this year. Plus, new and renovated properties from Victoria to Halifax
Hotel options across Canada are growing almost daily, which is great news for Canadians looking to stay home and avoid the U.S. dollar exchange and for Americans or others who want to take advantage of our lagging loonie. Here are some new properties and major renovations to look at across the country
On the surface, figuring out what to do in Prince Edward Island -- or PEI as it's more commonly referred to -- might not seem like a challenging task. After all, it's Canada's smallest province and only takes about three hours to drive from tip to tip. Don't be deceived. This is a destination that will leave you begging for more long after you've said goodbye to its rocky red shores
Starting this coming winter, though, future travellers will be able to enjoy the best high-latitude airport experience outside Iceland — where Keflavik is both the well-appointed main airport for Reykjavik, and an increasingly busy mid-Atlantic hub. Work is stepping up at Iqaluit so that an entirely new international terminal can be completed during the brief sub-Arctic summer. The new terminal is eight times bigger than the current terminal, and will allow international arrivals in significant numbers for the first time
t’s been heralded as the Canadian Galapagos and, after Prince William and Kate Middleton visited last September, Haida Gwaii has been popping up in more and more news feeds of intrepid travellers attracted by its almost mythical appeal. A little-known utopia 700km northwest of Vancouver in British Columbia, Haida Gwaii (formerly known as the Queen Charlotte Islands) is made up of more than 150 islands but only two are developed
There are no signs that lead to Fogo Island Inn. Located on a remote island in Newfoundland, Canada, the hotel sits on a cliff that looks over nothing but miles of the North Atlantic Ocean
Police officers, bus drivers, hotel clerks, passersby… no one could direct me to Canada Bridge – until I mentioned the bison. Bingo – everybody here knows “Bison Bridge” or “Buffalo Bridge.” That’s how locals refer to Canada Bridge because of the two large bison standing guard at its entrance
Zipolite is slowly changing. With the Huatulco airport now offering direct flights from Canada and the U.S. and a new highway under construction to the provincial capital of Oaxaca, increased accessibility is expected to bring more tourists
Canada has vast swathes of unspoiled nature, from coasts to mountains to tundra and frozen Arctic deserts. While some of these spectacular landscapes are in legendary national parks, such as the Rocky Mountains’ Banff and Jasper, the Pacific coast’s Gwaii Haanas and the remote whitewater paddling heaven of the Northwest Territories’ Nahanni, a host of less famous gems await the adventurous
I'd been chatting with my taxi driver for a few minutes when I mentioned I was from Canada. He turned and looked at me with a mixture of surprise and curiosity
There has never been a better time to explore Canada. This year marks the nation’s 150th anniversary, and to celebrate, Parks Canada is offering free admission from coast to coast into all
No smoking signs are gaining more prominence at hotels across North America. Choice Hotels recently announced that 1,800 of its Comfort Inns and Comfort Suites in the USA and Canada will be 100% smoke-free starting this year, making it one of the largest brands to say no to smoking
Canadian winter is nothing to joke about—there’s a reason that the majority of the population lives in the southern section of Canada, near the country’s southernmost border—but that doesn’t mean that all things come to a screeching halt once the snow comes
It seems the whole world’s in love with Canada. When we’re not lusting after the country’s leader Justin Trudeau, we’re loving its vast wildernesses, so it’s little wonder it rates as the No. 1 country to visit in 2017 on Lonely Planet’s hot list
If you board Adventure Canada's 137-metre Ocean Endeavour thinking you're in for the marine equivalent of a walk in the park, you'll quickly learn otherwise
Canada’s second-largest city may be a sprawling metropolis of 160 square miles, but most visitors stay within an area of less than seven square miles—think downtown, and the Rosemont, Mile End, and Plateau neighborhoods
Climate change has made the North-West Passage navigable and Inuit welcome the chance to profit but seek regulations to avoid being overwhelmed by tourism
For most of us, preparing for a trip involves packing, downloading new Kindle books, and making sure we know where our passports are. But if you’re royalty, kick that prep level up about 10 notches. Prince William and Kate Middleton, who are currently on an official tour of Canada this week with their children Prince George and Princess Charlotte, are no strangers to jet-setting, but that doesn’t mean their travels are any less complicated. In fact, it’s quite the opposite
Canada’s capital was chosen in 1857 as “the least objectionable place” to locate the seat of government. Today, Few cities are blessed with the superb location and sheer good looks that Ottawa enjoys, and autumn is the ideal time to visit
Somehow, despite years of innovative restaurants opened by up-and-coming chefs, Montreal is still quietly—emphasis on quietly—home to one of the most flourishing food scenes in North America. So while your friends wait in line at a hyped new restaurant in New York City's East Village, you can hop on a one-hour flight to Canada, on your way to a restaurant that’s actually worth the hype—without the wait
Let’s face it: you probably want an escape plan if Donald Trump is elected president. We’ve told you how to move to Ireland and Canada if the cruel hand of fate tips the scales in Trump’s favor. Now, we’ve got 10 more fantastic options for you
Lots of us dream about travel, even if we can't afford it right now: we make vision boards, bookmark articles, and play the "Where would you go if you won the lottery?" game with friends. But now, Air Canada is trying to turn travel dreams into realities with its new program, Embarq, a Kickstarter or Indiegogo-style crowdfunding site that lets people raise money for airfare by asking friends and family to make donations toward the cost
As so often happens when travelling, the best story came not from the tour guides or a bronze plaque beneath a celebrated monument, but from a local. Nancy, no-nonsense like most of the women of Newfoundland, wanted to be sure that those who “come-from-aways” understood what makes her place special
Every presidential election people threaten to, “move to Canada” if the candidate they don’t like wins. This time, I think it might be more than a threat for a lot of people. So, it’s time we have an open conversation about it. What exactly do you plan to do when you wake up on November 9th with a killer hangover because you drowned your sorrows the night before with a bottle of tequila (or whatever your alcohol of choice is) over the fact that some businessman with really orange skin and fabulous hair is now the president?
Fans of Disney Cruise Line can look forward to new itineraries along Canada's eastern coast in 2017. Disney on Tuesday said the 1,754-passenger Disney Magic would operate a seven-night voyage from New York on Oct. 21, 2017 that includes a stop at Canada's Prince Edward Island -- a new destination for the line
Despite a brief flurry of snow in mid-May, the people of Toronto are enjoying the onset of summer. The city wears shirtsleeves from June to September, and celebrates its astonish cultural diversity with events such as Taste of Toronto (23-26 June, tasteoftoronto.com) – in which top chefs conduct cooking classes and demonstrations. For British visitors, reaching Canada’s biggest metropolis has never been cheaper nor easier, with intense competition from budget airlines
Fans of Disney Cruise Line can look forward to new itineraries along Canada's eastern coast in 2017. Disney on Tuesday said the 1,754-passenger Disney Magic would operate a seven-night voyage from New York on Oct. 21, 2017 that includes a stop at Canada's Prince Edward Island -- a new destination for the line
‘Pity about the traffic, eh?” Our chatty taxi driver means the opposite of what he says. It’s a classic Canadian “ironic overstatement”. Only two cars have passed us on the three-hour drive from Qualicum to Tofino, a stunning route that links the east and west of Canada’s Vancouver Island
From paddling with beluga whales as the sun sets over Hudson Bay to camping out on an Atikamekw reserve in a romantic teepee, Canada offers extraordinary variety and astounding natural beauty
Despite all the grumbling about cramped coach cabins, so far the solutions have been largely ineffectual: remember Sen. Chuck Schumer’s quixotic bid to force airlines to give us more living space? (Not surprisingly, it fizzled.) But a solution has materialized from an unlikely source—Canada’s Bombardier, a major maker of regional jets
The Canadian town of Churchill on Hudson Bay has its share of polar bears, but in summer you can see the all-white beluga whales that migrate into the warm waters. This trip takes you there -- with plenty of wildlife viewing opps
Canada-bound holidaymakers often place indigenous experiences high atop their vacation to-do lists. I’ve had friends from Europe and New Zealand, for example, who couldn’t wait to explore unique regional cultures that typically stretch back thousands of years. Happily, there’s a full menu of options
Whistler Blackcomb, North America's biggest and busiest ski resort, has benefited this season from above-average snowfall and a weak Canadian dollar, which have drawn big-spending visitors from abroad and helped send its stock to a record
On her way to see beluga whales and eat elk in historic Churchill, Man., Catherine Dawson March learns the joys and frustrations of crossing Canada on a train
Gabor Lukacs says an attempt by American Sen. Charles Schumer to require the U.S. government to establish seat-size standards is something that should be done in Canada
American oenophiles, or wine enthusiasts, may be surprised to learn that our neighbors to the north produce some pretty spectacular wines. Here, we look at Canada's wine country, four distinct regions that comprise 29,500 acres and just over 500 wineries, and narrow down where to visit, tour and taste on a Canadian wine excursion.
As WOW air launches £99 transatlantic routes to Montreal and Toronto, its CEO claims the airline is spearheading a revolution in low-cost, long-haul flights
An Air Canada pilot is being lauded for diverting a Tel Aviv-to-Toronto to Germany, a decision that may have saved the life of a passenger's French bulldog riding in the jet's cargo area, according to Canadian
When I was four, doctors broke the news to my parents that by the age of 18, I would become incurably blind. They were right. I lost 95 per cent of my sight during my teens. But after spending a year of my university life away in Canada, I dreamt of seeing the world. The experience had whet my appetite for adventure and I was eager to explore
The Arctic is like the Sahara, a place where everything is reduced to essence. It is a continent that, unlike so many others, we can neither domesticate nor reduce to servitude; a place where mountains come to die in polar deserts, glaciers calve vast orphan icebergs and an ineffable light washes across a dark unfathomable sea, stretching to infinite sky
As the debate about captive killer whales continues, the waters off Vancouver Island offer an incredible chance to see the creatures in their natural habitat
At Toronto’s Lester B. Pearson International Airport, which serves as Air Canada’s hub, a simplified baggage handling process sends checked bags directly on to connecting flights so that travelers no longer have to retrieve and recheck bags for U.S. Customs inspection
