1. The Canadian Rockies
Why: There are some of the most breathtaking scenery on the earth’s surface within the Canadian Rockies . These mountain jewels are distinct from the American Rockies as they have been very heavily glaciated, resulting in sharply pointed mountains separated by wide, U-shaped valleys gouged by glaciers, whereas the American Rockies are more rounded. That’s why, even though the Rocky Mountain Range runs from Northern British Columbia to New Mexico, Canada can claim their very own “Rockies” as a distinct attraction.
How: By car through the national parks of Banff and Jasper. Starting point: Calgary or Edmonton.
Recommended: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Mount Robson, Mt. Edith Cavell., Maligne Lake, Banff Springs Hotel.
2. Niagara Falls--My favorite!
What & Where: Niagara Falls is actually three separate, massive waterfalls located on the Niagara River at the southern tip of Ontario, on the border between Canada and the United States. The three waterfalls are the Horseshoe Falls, the American Falls, and the smaller, adjacent Bridal Veil Falls. The crescent-shaped Horseshoe Falls, which is more beautiful than the American fall, is also known as the Canadian Falls.The Falls are one of the truly natural wonders of the world.
How: There are 4 international airports within an hour's drive of Niagara Coming from the U.S. remember to allow time for border crossing. Niagara is also serviced by train (VIA Rail) and bus (Greyhound and Trentway).
Recommended:
Take one of the ”Maid of the Mist” boats to experience the Falls up close. Climb the stairs to the lookout atop the Brock Monument at Queenston Heights (where Laura Secord made her historic trek). You can see the entire Niagara Peninsula with its orchards and wineries, out to Lake Ontario and even across the lake to the Toronto skyline. If you visit in winter, you can see the ice bridge looks like a marvel. In my memory, it is a real fairy land.
Take one of the ”Maid of the Mist” boats to experience the Falls up close. Climb the stairs to the lookout atop the Brock Monument at Queenston Heights (where Laura Secord made her historic trek). You can see the entire Niagara Peninsula with its orchards and wineries, out to Lake Ontario and even across the lake to the Toronto skyline. If you visit in winter, you can see the ice bridge looks like a marvel. In my memory, it is a real fairy land.
3. Baffin Island
What & Where: Baffin is the Canada’s largest island, also the fifth largest island in the world, lying between Greenland and the Canadian mainland, in the territory of Nunavut.
Why: There is an abundance of wildlife including walrus, several whale species, caribou, polar bear, arctic fox, arctic hare, lemming, arctic wolf, seals, migrating fowl, shore birds, sea birds etc. Since most of Baffin Island lies above the Arctic Circle and subject to polar nights and the midnight sun.
Recommended:
There are many operators arranging dogsled and/or snowmobile exhibitions. You can tour deep fiords feeding grounds of Peary caribou. Sometimes, you can set up a winter camp, then watch the amazing Aurora Borealis. Every community in Nunavut has air service and most tours include a flight back to your point of origin.
4. Vancouver/Victoria
What & Where: Vancouver is a major metropolitan city in the southwest corner of British Columbia. Victoria is a smaller city at the south end of Vancouver Island.
Why: These 2 cities are among the prettiest and cleanest cities in the world. Vancouver is the most suitable place for human living. Victoria has a protected harbour at the south end of Vancouver Island.
How: Both cities have international airports. Alternatively both cities are accessible from Seattle.
Recommended:
Take the ferry from Tsawassen (Vancouver) and Schwartz Bay (Victoria) – an unforgettable ride through the beautiful Gulf Islands. Have high tea at the Empress Hotel in Victoria. Then visit the Royal British Columbia Museum.
Why: These 2 cities are among the prettiest and cleanest cities in the world. Vancouver is the most suitable place for human living. Victoria has a protected harbour at the south end of Vancouver Island.
How: Both cities have international airports. Alternatively both cities are accessible from Seattle.
Recommended:
Take the ferry from Tsawassen (Vancouver) and Schwartz Bay (Victoria) – an unforgettable ride through the beautiful Gulf Islands. Have high tea at the Empress Hotel in Victoria. Then visit the Royal British Columbia Museum.
5. Old Québec City
What & Where: Quebec means, 'where the river narrows', in the native Canadian language. Québec City is the capital of Québec, located on the St. Lawrence River in Central Canada.
Why: Québec's Old Town has an old-world charm unique in North America and is the only North American fortified city north of Mexico whose walls still exist. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985, as the "Historic District of Old Québec".
How: Fly into Québec City's Jean Lesage Airport, come by train (VIA Rail) or by car.
Recommended: 2008 is the 400th anniversary of the founding of Quebec by Samuel de Champlain in 1608.
· The Montmorency Falls in Parc de la Chute-Montmorency, 12 km east of downtown Québec.
· A stay at one of the world's only ice-hotels, which is a hotel built entirely of ice. The Ice-Hotel Open January through March.
Why: Québec's Old Town has an old-world charm unique in North America and is the only North American fortified city north of Mexico whose walls still exist. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985, as the "Historic District of Old Québec".
How: Fly into Québec City's Jean Lesage Airport, come by train (VIA Rail) or by car.
Recommended: 2008 is the 400th anniversary of the founding of Quebec by Samuel de Champlain in 1608.
· The Montmorency Falls in Parc de la Chute-Montmorency, 12 km east of downtown Québec.
· A stay at one of the world's only ice-hotels, which is a hotel built entirely of ice. The Ice-Hotel Open January through March.
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