Located in Northern America, this sparsely populated country is the second-largest in the world. It consists of 10 provinces and 3 territories bordering the Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic Oceans. The capital is Ottawa.
Arguably the most famous Canadian tourist attraction is Niagara Falls. Located on the border of Ontario, Canada and New York, USA, 3160 tons of water flows over this famous waterfall every second. This natural wonder of the world is truly spectacular and a must-see. Throughout the summer months, a fireworks display occurs every night to further enhance this magical experience and not to mention the once in a lifetime tours.
If you’re wanting to have a perfect experience, you must go to the Niagra Parks Butterfly Servatory located in Niagara Park Botanical Garden. There, you will find 45 species of 2,000+ vibrant coloured butterflies. In one of the windows you are able to live in the moment where some butterflies will take their first flight.
If it’s a fast paced, cultural experience you are after, you can’t go passed Toronto. Famous for its music scene, museums, theatre and night life, there is truly a smorgasbord of events to attend. Add to this a shopper’s heaven and food scene to die for and I don’t know how you could not enjoy this magical city. The CN Tower is a popular tourist attraction. Standing in a glass elevator 346 metres up where the views of Toronto are truly breathtaking. And what better way to take this experience one step further, and enjoy the “EdgeWalk” where you are strapped into a harness and walk along a narrow platform of the CN Tower at this staggering height. This heart stopping experience is perfect for all the dare devils and thrill seekers out there!
Whilst in Toronto, you absolutely need to watch an ice hockey match at Scotiabank Arena. The Toronto Maple Leafs have won the Stanley Cup 13 times and to view these professional athletes fly along the ice is amazing and extremely physical.
Before departing Toronto, discover the world-class Ripley Aquariam of Canada. With 16,000 marine animals and the longest underwater viewing tunnel in North America, the venue offers tours and 100 interactive activities. To be able to touch and dive with the sea animals is truly an astounding encounter you must have. The Canadian is a train that goes from Toronto to Vancouver, passing iconic landmarks. So why not take a sleeper car and see what Canada has to offer for four days whilst stopping in a major cities such as Winnipeg, Edmonton, and Jasper.
When visiting Ottawa, Parliament House is always on the agenda but why not try stand up paddle boarding on the Gatineau River or perhaps a BiPlane Flight from the Canada Air and Space Museum. It is a phenomenal way to see Ottawa from a different viewpoint. Whitewater rafting on the Ottawa River is also a thrill not to miss out on.
The French speaking province of Quebec has European feel to it and some amazing architecture. A must is to visit Place Royale. This cobblestone plaza is straight out of the 18th century and was the first French settlement back in 1608. The Notre-Dame-des-Victoires church is mesmerising, and one of the oldest churches in North America which got finished being built in 1723. Quebec is one of the places besides Central Okanagan that Gifting Owl offers winery tours gifts.
Why not take a Food Tour in Montreal? Or perhaps a Craft Beer Tour? Let your taste buds have a party. This city is full of amazing coffee shops, markets and restaurants that make for the perfect day.
Now let’s travel to the most west state; British Columbia, there you’ll find the Fraser River which is about 1400km and home to the worlds largest salmon. Where salmon is there will be grizzly bears, over 25,000 grizzly bears are shared in Canada. The Butchart Gardens located in Victoria is populated with over a million plants and flowers that are visible all year round. The grounds of the Butchart Gardens is now recognised as a National History Site.
Just like Niagara Falls, Whistler Blackcomb is another word one thinks of when describing Canada. Not only was Vancouver the location of the Olympic Winter Games and Paralympics in 2010 but Whistler is a winter wonderland for families in the winter holidays. With award winning restaurants, distinctive boutiques and wild nightlife it is the best place to spend sometime with your family or even a couples getaway. Famously known for the skiing slopes the adrenaline, and sport lover will more than enjoy Whistler.
The next state from British Columbia, Alberta has the most scenic natural features. The Cypress Hills are located on the Saskatchewan and Alberta border. Here you can take the most gorgeous, instagram worthy pictures whilst riding horseback around some of the hills, forests, and lakes. Also in Alberta, the Banff National Park established in 1883 is known for the rocky mountains, hot springs, the numerous hiking trails in the summer and in winter the ski slopes. Any nature lover will be in awe. Drumheller; located in the middle of the Canadian Badlands, is the dinosaur capital of the world. Many dinosaur bones have been found here. The Royal Tyrrell Museum exhibits the vast fossils.
Feel like wining and dining? British Columbia is the place for you! British Columbia is Canadas wine country with 160 wineries, you are bound to find a wine you love. Filled with pine forests, and parks this water city is simply beautiful.
Whether you know someone traveling to Canada or going there yourself, gifting owl is a great way to give the perfect gift of experience. Experience gifts is a great way to discover all that Canada has to offer. So whether you’re looking for heart stopping adventures, exploring nature, or embracing cultural, musical and sporting experiences, Canada has something for everyone. You truly need to put this amazing country on your list of must sees. You won’t regret it!!
