Canada
For those wanting to take advantage of the outdoors, best time is to visit in the summer. For those wanting to experience everything Canada has to offer, visit in the winter. Temperatures range from plus 40 C in summer to minus 40 C in the winter, so dress accordingly!
The typical Canadian might be an elusive concept, but you'll find there's a distinctive feel to the country. Some towns might seem a touch too well-regulated and unspontaneous, but against this there's the overwhelming sense of Canadian pride in their history and pleasure in the beauty of their land. Canada embraces its own clichés with an energy that's irresistible, promoting everything from the Calgary Stampede to maple-syrup festivals and lumberjacking contests with an extraordinary zeal and openness. As John Buchan, writer and Governor-General of Canada, said, "You have to know a man awfully well in Canada to know his surname."
With Canada as your chosen holiday destination - the challenge is now where to go and what to see and do. To make the most of your precious time in this vast Continent.
Articles on Canada
The Shrouded Cliffs of Sunshine – Banff, Canada
In the middle of February I attended a particle physics conference in Banff, Alberta, to present the results of the work I had done towards my Masters degree. However, no one is really kidding
Peace In Montreal, Quebec
In our society, we so often hear that we are unable to fully apprehend and enjoy anything unless it comes from our own culture. For instance, we hear that you cannot really appreciate jazz or blues music if you are white, or certain religious concepts or places unless you belong to th...
Eastern Canada: Lesser Known Charms and Reasons to Visit
Canada is the second largest country in the world (by land area) and is visited by millions of people every year. They flock, en masse to the southeastern rim of the country, guidebooks in hand, and
Vancouver
Vancouver is the eighth largest city in Canada with a population of 578,000 (2006 census) and has one of the mildest climates in Canada with temperatures averaging around 3 degrees celsius in January and 18 degrees celsius in July.
Thumbing A Ride - Prince Edward Island, Canada
It was only a simple action - a small arm motion and the job would soon be finished. So why was I so afraid? From where was this apprehension coming? I reasoned with myself that thousands had gone before me and safely achieved this ambition.
Toronto: A City Full of Culture, Experiences, Nightlife and More
Urban, exciting and exhilarating - Toronto is a city of unique style and energy. Whether it's a romantic couple's rendezvous or a girlfriend's getaway Toronto is bursting with exclusive entertainment, fine dining, savvy shopping and sports action bound to leave your dance card full.
Destination: Toronto
In the midst of a city-wide renaissance, Toronto embraces the arts to emerge as a premier international destination.
