1. Every year one million letters are sent to Santa Claus
Every Christmas, over one million letters to Santa Claus are sent the postal code «H0H 0H0, North Pole, Canada» from all over the planet. This is an actual Canadian postal code.
2. Canadian police can give you a «positive fine»
It’s true! If they catch a citizen doing something particularly good, Canadian police have the power to give «positive fines» by way of thanks.
3. Canada has no weapons of mass destruction
By law, since 1984 Canada does not make or plan to make weapons of mass destruction. To such an extent that Canada has signed international treaties which reject even the ownership of such weapons.
4. In Newfoundland hockey is played on the frozen Atlantic
Frequently the waters of the Atlantic Ocean get so cold that they freeze and the inhabitants of Newfoundland make the most of this situation to practice the local pastime, ice hockey.
5. Prostitution is legal in Canada. Hiring a prostitute is a crime.
Similar to the Swedish system, although prostitution is legal in Canada, it is illegal to hire the services of a prostitute.
6. Canada has the longest coastline in the world
With 243,791 kilometres, Canada is the country with the most coastline in the world. This, together with the fact that a large part of the coastline consists of barely inhabited or even virgin natural landscapes, makes it even more attractive, if possible.
7. The longest street in the world is in Canada
Yonge Street, in Toronto, in the province of Ontario, is the longest street in the world. It is no less than 56 kilometres long and Canada’s first metro line runs below it.
8. Canada responded to Pearl Harbour before the USA
During the Second World War, almost immediately after the infamous Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour, Canada declared war on Japan - due to a technical matter, Parliament had adjourned and the Prime Minister could declare war by the “fast route”, while the USA took longer to act.
9. Canada has the longest border in the world
The border between Canada and the United States is the longest in the world. Its 8,891 kilometres run from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean, passing through the Great Lakes and it even has some sections in the Artic. Moreover, given Canada’s peaceful disposition, it is also the world’s longest demilitarised border. No soldiers protect the border.
With over 10 million kilometres squared of fields and nature, Canada is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and diverse countries in the world. Its extense size and low population are not a disadvantage. On the contrary, they make it into a country offering many possibilities.
To explain the attractions of Canada, it is not enough to just talk about the country’s beauty and well-known immigration policies. Here’s a list of the reasons that everyone wants to live in Canada:
Friendly, Multicultural Society
Considering the size of Canada, it is actually not very populated. However, this doesn’t mean that they are not very attached to their traditions. Canadians have a reputation of being relaxed and friendly. They will apologise for things that aren’t even their fault!
For centuries, they have been the pioneers in the protection of civil rights, especially for minorities. Moreover, as a nation Canada accepts diversity and considers immigration as an advantage. The multicultural and diverse spirit is evident right through from Canada’s immigration policy to the country’s vision for the future of a tolerant society with no hate crimes deriving from racism and xenophobia.
Responsible and Committed Government
The Canadian government is definitely a leader in terms of policies and citizen protection. The World Justice Project and the Legatum Institute have ranked the Canadian government as the seventh best in the world, after the Scandinavian countries and New Zealand. This is all a reflection of the effort of a federal government that is committed to the unified values, wellbeing and quality of life of its citizens.
Universal Medical Care
All Canadians are guaranteed high quality medical care, without being overwhelmed by documents, invoices and other complications. As a government-funded programme, each province receives a health budget which is administered through the issue of health cards to nationals and permanent residents.
Depending on the type of visa or Canada Permit that you have obtained, you may be entitled to a provisional health card. Although the Canadian health system is not perfect, its great advantage is that it is accessible to everyone with the best personnel, facilities and treatments.
Innovation and Education
For a long time, education in Canada has been a right for everyone, regardless of their country of origin. The government’s large investment per capita pays off since the students perform excellently in all areas. This, in turn, helps to create a well-paid society, which is keen to build on these new investments. With this strategy the government aims to make the country a leader in terms of science and technology. In fact, Canada has a long list of innovations which have helped humanity: the electronic microscope, the pacemaker, Java language, alkaline batteries, insulin, IMAX cinemas, etc.
Urban vs Rural
Canadian cities offer a very high standard of living and many of them constantly appear among the best ten cities to live in the world in publications such as Forbes or CNN. These cities have a fantastic variety of culture, industry, retail business, infrastructure, public services, among others. However, if the hustle and bustle of a city is not for you, rural life in Canada is very quiet and there is a lot of potential in the agricultural industry.
Major Economy
For many years now the Canadian economy has been among the ten biggest in the world. This is largely due to being the main trade partners of the United States. Other reasons include, a stable banking system, investment in science and low levels of corruption.
One of the Most Peaceful Countries in the World
According to the Global Peace Index, Canada is among the 10 most peaceful countries in the world. The country’s welcoming and inclusive nature has created an atmosphere of union, respect and tolerance towards others, which is admirable in the current world situation.
Sport and outdoor activities are an important part of daily life for Canadians. Although the summers are short and the winters are unbearably long, Canada’s inhabitants are already used to making the most of their circumstances and the large open spaces which they use to change the snow into a recreational area. For this reason, winter sports and activities are practiced throughout the country. What are you waiting for to start your new winter adventure? Get your luggage ready, sort out your ETA Canada permit and reserve your flight as soon as possible!
Ice hockey is the national sport and almost all children play it in school at some time. Also, there are many ski slopes, frozen lakes and ponds for skating and mountains to climb in the snow. However, in Canada there are lots more fun things to do in the winter apart from skiing, skating and playing ice hockey. Recently, various activities and extreme sports have started appearing. These activities offer the best of winter together with the opportunity to spend time with your family and friends.
Here’s a list of them:
1. Dog sledging
Originally thought of centuries ago, the idea of using sledges pulled by dogs to move around came about due to the need for transport. Nowadays, mushing or dog sledging, is a recreational activity which uses trained Siberian husky dogs.
Normally, snowshoes are used to walk in steep snowy areas. However, nowadays these boots are not only used for hiking, but also for races. In the last decade, a series of snowshoe running races known as the “The Yeti” have been created, in the provinces of Alberta, British Colombia and Quebec.
3. Downhill Ice cross
This is already considered to be an extreme winter sport. Downhill ice cross consists of a vertical drop in a walled track with sharp turns. It is similar to ski and snowboard races but with ice skates.
4. Curling
Curling is a team sport, very similar to bowling but played on a sheet of ice. The game consists of the team members sliding eight large granite stones towards a target, helped by the other players sweeping brooms in its path.
5. Baseboarding
Baseboarding is an activity which was created recently in the Whistler Olympic park. This fun game can be played by children and adults alike and consists of sliding downhill on boards with handles at high speed.
6. Snowtubing
Although it may seem like a child’s activity, snowtubing is actually loved by adolescents and adults. Snowtubing consists in sliding down snow slopes on an inflatable float at high speed.
7. Skijoring
This winter sport is a hybrid between mushing and skiing. In other words, a person on skis is pulled at high speed by a horse or by trained dogs. Races have always been very popular in Scandinavia, but it has not had much success in Canada.
8. Snowkiting
As its name indicates, snowkiting is sliding on the snow on a board while being pulled by a kite. It is basically kiteboarding on snow and lessons to learn this activity are taught in various snowy areas in Canada.
9. Skeleton
Like bobsleighing, the skeleton is an Olympic winter sport which consists of going downhill on a flat sledge which looks like a human skeleton. It is an individual sport and unlike other sledging activities it has no steering wheel or rudder to steer it.
10. Luge
Luge is another Olympic winter sport. The luge, or light sled is made of a small shell with sharp skates on each side. It is normally a team sport and the pilot changes the direction using straps attached to the front, since there is no steering wheel or brakes.
What are you waiting for to start your new winter adventure? Get your luggage ready, sort out your ETA Canada permit and reserve your flight as soon as possible!
Canada is a huge country with a diverse culture. For instance, people in Montreal are more likely to give the French bijous—or cheek kisses—in greeting, while elsewhere in Canada people primarily use the standard handshake. However, despite the differences across the provinces, there are a few things that the country can unite in calling uniquely Canadian.
Two National Languages
Canada has two official languages: French and English. About 67% of the country speaks English at home while about 21% speaks French. Most of the native born francophones are concentrated in Quebec, where French is the majority language. However, school children all over the country are required to learn both languages.
Canadian English
As with every English speaking country, Canadians have their own unique nuances in the way they speak the language. For example, they use the word “eh” frequently at the end of sentences to connote everything from a question to an exclamation, or to just plain punctuate the end of the sentence. As with any large country, the accent varies from province to province and from city to countryside. In some places, for example, Canadians pronounce “about” more like “aboot” (to the endless amusement of their southern neighbors).
Diversity
While Canada only has two National languages, it is a vastly diverse country, with people from all over the world sharing this land and calling it home. In fact, almost 1 in 5 Canadians was born in another country—including the over 40 members of Parliament who were born abroad.
The most prominent culture is French and English, but there are also many First Nations people as well as new immigrants from around the world coming all the time. You will encounter many religions, cultures and languages while traveling Canada.
Canadian Food!
Canadians are not known for having a rich local cuisine, since they are mainly an amalgamation of diets of settlers from all over Europe (and the world!). However, there are a few signature dishes that are truly unique to Canada.
For instance, cut a Canadian and they will bleed Maple syrup. This earthy, amber liquid really may be the lifeblood of this country—the people adore it. And with good reason: it’s amazing! Canadians will incorporate maple syrup into more than just pancakes: cookies, fudge, root vegetables, coffee— even fish—to name a few.
Another popular dish is Poutine, which is now gaining in popularity throughout other parts of the world. Poutine is French fries that are swimming in gravy and cheese curds and is found at most diners across the country.
Canadians LOVE the Outdoors
The second biggest country in the world, Canada is not only enormous, but includes huge tracts of land that are largely unpopulated. This means that the wilderness is largely untouched and seriously spectacular—from the temperate rainforest of the west coast to the Canadian Rocky Mountains, from the great plains of Alberta, to the polar climate of the Arctic.
Canadians take great pride in their breathtakingly wild lands. They are an outdoorsy people who love to get out into nature—whether via hiking, camping, skiing or any other outdoor sport. It is also quite common for Canadians to have vacation cottages on lakes and rivers where they go for weekends or summer holiday to really indulge in the great outdoors. In fact, saying you’re going “up north” in Canada is understood by all to mean you are going to spend time in nature, probably at a cottage.
Canadians are Super Nice
All the rumors about the nice Canadians are true. They are extremely friendly and warm, with easy smiles for every stranger they pass. Canadians make general chit chat a regular part of daily interactions and they are happy to help out a stranger in need. They’re also known for being super polite and for frequent, perhaps excessive, apologizing. Canadians also tend to be pretty tolerant and open to other cultures and religions, which makes for a pleasant society which you’ll surely come to appreciate.
Canadians Have Progressive Policies
Canadians have strong values such as equality, freedom and inclusion and their progressive policies reflect these values. Same sex marriage is legalized across the country and capital punishment has been abolished. Canada’s stupendous public health care is available for every citizen. And, in 2015, the prime minister’s cabinet became the first in the world to have an equal number of men to women (including a few First Nations and Sikh individuals).
When most people think of Canada, they probably think of vast peaks and sprawling glacial landscapes. That's all fine and well, but really the first thing that you need to know is that Canada is incredibly diverse and pretty huge.
How huge, you ask? Canada spans over 9 million square km and comprises 6 time zones. You're probably not going to be able to explore those 9 million sq km in one lifetime, so we've decided to help you out. Here are our top 20 reasons why you need to visit Canada as a matter of urgency.
1. Get up close and personal (but not too close!) with a Grizzly bear
If you've been to a zoo recently you may have seen one of these beautiful creatures in captivity, but nothing can prepare you for seeing a Grizzly Bear in it's natural habitat. The best place to see these magnificent beasts is in Western Canada, where you can stay at Knight Inlet Lodge. If you want to see the bears fishing for salmon, the best months to go are August to September.
2. Go whale watching
You loved Free Willy and you may have been to Sea World, but you haven't truly lived until you've seen these intelligent and beautiful mammals in the flesh. Although killer whales (also known as Orcas and Blackfish) can be found in all oceans across the planet, Canada is held to be one of the best places in the world to see Killer whales. The best part is, killer whales are highly social and often travel in close-knit family pods so you'll rarely just see one!
3. See the Northern Lights in Canada’s Yukon
Canada's Yukon province is one of the best places in the world to see Aurora Borealis. There are a number of tours you can join that will give you the best chance of catching the magical Northern Lights. There's even an aurora forecast, called the Auroracast.
4. Hop aboard the Rocky Mountaineer
The Rocky Mountaineer is one of the most iconic railway journeys in the world. The railway has four principal routes:
The historically significant First Passage to the West route (Banff/Calgary to Vancouver)
The Journey to the Clouds route, which will take you on a mountain pass through the Rockies (Vancouver-Jasper)
See bald eagles, ospreys and bears on the Rainforest to Gold Rush route (Whistler-Quesnel-Jasper)
Whistler Sea to Sky Climb return day trip (North Vancouver-Whistler).
5. Explore the spectacular Rocky Mountains
Ask yourself: can you afford not to see the most iconic mountain range in the world which was formed over 55 million years ago? Yep, that's what I thought. Both the Banff and Jasper resorts are great places to stay if you're planning on exploring the Rockies.
6. Drive along the Icefield Parkway and take a ride on the Athabasca Glacier or the new Glacier Skywalk
You'll drive by the Crowfoot Glacier, Athabasca Falls and Mistaya Canyon amongst other famous sites.
7. Visit Toronto, Canada's largest city
Canada's most populous city has a lot to offer in terms of activities and culture. From the famous CN Tower to the Royal Ontario Museum, you'll never be bored.
8. Hang out at Lake Louise & Moraine Lake
Witness the pristine and inspirational scenery of Lake Louise, 'The Jewel of the Rockies'. Moraine Lake is also famous for it's natural and pristine turquoise waters which have been coloured from glacial salt.
9. Get blown away by thundering Niagara Falls
Figuratively - hopefully not literally. Although technically made up of three different waterfalls, Niagara Falls has the highest flow rate of any waterfall in the world, with over six million cubic feet of water falling over its crest every minute. Plus, it's only 75 miles from Toronto.
10. Stay in a traditional mountain lodge
Surround yourself with the Pacific Northwest by staying in a real-life mountain lodge. The lodge pictured is located on Emerald Lake in the Rockies.
11. Immerse yourself in cosmopolitan Vancouver
Awaken your cultural side with Vancouver's Art Gallery or visit the world-famous Science World. You can also visit Stanley Park, an urban temperate rainforest, Grouse Mountain and the Capilano Suspension Bridge. If you're big into food, be sure to sample the local cuisine described by many as 'Pacific Fusion'.
12. Visit Whistler for skiing in winter and amazing outdoor pursuits in summer
Whistler is best known as a winter ski resort, but like the rest of Canada there is some mind-blowing scenery to explore all year round.
13. Watch Polar Bears in Churchill
Grizzlies aren't the only bear that Canada is famous for - Polar bears are another of Canada's most famous residents. Experience this apex predator up close in Canada's arctic.
14. Relax at Vancouver Island
Had enough of exploring? Tofino and Ucluelet on Vancouver Island both have stunning (and relatively undisturbed) beaches that you can relax on. If you've got any energy left, you can still do the usual hiking, exploring and whale-watching that has come to define Canada as a holiday destination.
15. Stay in a luxury resort off the Pacific Coast
If you want to holiday in style and comfort while staying on the doorstep of the wilderness, be sure to look into staying at a luxury resort like Nimmo Bay, Sonora Resort or the Clayoquot Wilderness Resort.
16. Become a Canadian wine connoisseur in British Columbia's Okanagan
Did you think Canada was all snow and glaciers? Think again. The Okanagan differs from the rest of Canada because of it's dry, sunny climate. Even Cacti grow here.
17. Take the train across Canada
Why drive when you can hop on a train from Toronto to Vancouver and watch the stunning scenery go by on one of the world's most legendary rail journeys - The Canadian!
Atlantic Canada has 43,000 kilometres of coastline which runs across the provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. This is the part of Canada closest to the UK, but in terms of its wildlife and scenery, it couldn't be further away. Go whale watching, kayaking and warm water swimming in Atlantic Canada.
20. Visit Ottawa, the nation’s capital
Last but certainly not least, be sure to visit Canada's capital city, Ottawa. There's the Rideau Canal, the Canadian Museum of Nature, the Canadian War Museum, the Canada Aviation and Space Museum and loads more.
Well, there you have it. Go forth and explore!
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As part of our city guides series, we interviewed Melissa Shearer from the Mellyboo Project who is a Toronto native and passionate about her city.
Melissa shares with us her insider tips on the best things to do in Toronto, plus advice on where to eat, sleep, drink, shop and explore.
Why Visit Toronto?
Toronto is a special city in the world – it not only embraces the fact that 49% of its residents were born outside of Canada, but also turns multiculturalism into the face of Toronto.
It is a mecca of delicious food from all over the world, amazing shopping, and has a theatre district which rivals that of Broadway; it even hosts one of the best film festivals in the whole world.
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When you visit Toronto, you are sure to get a cultural experience!
Things to Do in Toronto
The Bata Shoe Museum
Are you, or a special lady in your life a shoe-a-holic?
The Bata Shoe Museum is every woman’s dream museum – showing off the history of shoes from the days of the Chinese binding their feet, to displaying famous shoes from history and pop culture. Just a short walk west on Bloor Street from Yorkville, the Bata shoe museum has one semi-permanent exhibit and three changing exhibits that showcase more than 1000 shoes from over 4500 years of history!
Toronto’s Only Clothing Optional-Beach
Wanna take it all off? Literally. Want to strip down to your birthday suit? There’s one place in the city that you can do this and not get arrested for indecent exposure.
Toronto’s only clothing optional-beach sits a short ferry ride from Harbourfront to Hanlan’s Point. Being one of two clothing-optional beaches in the entire COUNTRY (the other being in British Columbia), the beach is a very popular hotspot in the summer months!
Riverdale Farm
Visiting Toronto with the family? Do not miss Riverdale Farm – an example of a rural Ontario farm from 1880-1920. You can visit with the farm animals or even chat with the farmers while they do their everyday chores. Admission is free and it’s open every single day of the year!
CN Tower
No trip to Toronto would be complete without a visit to the CN Tower. Being a native of the area, I have been to this attraction many-a-time with out of town guests.
You get an unparalleled view of the city, if you’re hungry (and have a bit of money to spend) you can dine at the revolving restaurant 360, and now you can add a bit of thrill-seeking to your visit by partaking in the EdgeWalk – which has you walking around the circumference of the roof of the main pod 356m/1168ft above the ground!
Additionally, depending what season you visit in, catching a sports game should be in order! Toronto has some of the most avid sports fans in the entire world.
You can attend ice hockey games at the Air Canada Centre and watch the Toronto Maple Leafsbetween October and April. When hockey’s finished for the season, there’s always baseball and you can watch the Toronto Blue Jays play at the iconic Rogers Centre from April to October.
Check out Top 10 Toronto by Eyewitness for more tips on exploring in Toronto.
Best Neighborhoods to Explore in Toronto
The Distillery District
The Distillery District is a kick back to the early days of Toronto, complete with original buildings.
Now a hotspot amongst artists and young professionals, this neighbourhood has amazing restaurants and bars and beautiful art galleries and even a few small theatre spaces.
Toronto has such diverse neighbourhoods that have such unique personalities; it’s hard to limit it to just a couple.
Most non-Torontonians don’t realize that you can bask on the beach in Toronto – and while it’s not quite the pristine white tropical beaches of Fiji, Toronto’s Beaches community is a summer hotspot amongst those who like to stick around the city rather than venture to cottage country.
Both family friendly and complete with great cafes and restaurants, The Beaches is a favorite amongst tourists and locals alike.
Toronto is home to more than 9000 restaurants – accommodating every type of palate and budget.
Fresh Restaurants
One of my favorite places to eat in the city is Fresh – a modern vegetarian restaurant and made-to-order juice bar with 3 locations around the city. I highly recommend the quinoa crusted onion rings!
Frans
Another favorite is Fran’s – a traditional diner where you can get all-day breakfast for an amazing price.
Poutine
Don’t forget to try some poutine (hot chips, cheese curds and gravy) while you’re in Canada – Poutini’s House of Poutine and Smoke’s Poutinerie are two restaurants that know their niche market and ONLY sell the good stuff – and they even cater to vegetarians and vegans!
Best to save these stops for post-drinks.
Poutine
Chinatown
Toronto is known for it’s amazing Chinatown and Asian food. There are hundreds of restaurants that serve up delectable Asian fares some of the best being Dumpling House and Rol San (for amazing dim sum) on Spadina Rd. in the heart of Chinatown.
If you’re looking for some late-night traditional Chinese cuisine, be sure to check out New Ho King– a favourite amongst the University of Toronto students.
And if it’s a quick, cheap meal – you can’t go wrong with Bahn Mi Boys – who serve up Toronto’s best Vietnamese subs. The bonus? Their entire menu is under $8!
Where to Drink in Toronto
Canada is known for having a drinking culture akin to that of Australia, New Zealand and the United States and with this comes no shortage of places to go out in the city and enjoy a beverage.
One of my favorite places to drink is Horseshoe Tavern, one of Toronto’s oldest pubs. They’ve been serving up cold drinks and live music since 1947, and music legends such as The Rolling Stones, Willie Nelson, and Canada’s own The Tragically Hip have graced the stage.
If breweries are more your style, then be sure to check out Steam Whistle Brewing Company – you can take a free tour around one of Toronto’s designated ‘green buildings’ and learn all about their award-winning craft beer that puts a green-friendly spin on their product.
Where to Stay in Toronto
Budget accommodation in Toronto
Planet Traveler is being touted as Canada’s greenest hostel, and it sits right in the middle of eclectic Kensington Market.
Mid-Range accommodation in Toronto
One King West + Residence is fairly central and close to Toronto’s Union Station transit hub, you will get to experience luxury at a fraction of the price.
High-end accommodation in Toronto
Hotel Le Germaine may set you back a pretty penny, but rest assured, you will have one of the best sleeps of your life. I still have dreams of sleeping in that bed!
For more places to stay in Toronto choose from the largest range of hotels, apartments, and guesthouses with our partner Booking.com. You get free cancellation on most rooms, and in most cases you only pay when you stay.
Best Markets and Shopping in Toronto
Want vintage? Check out Kensingston Market.
To stay up with all the trends be sure to hit up Queen Street West or one of the biggest mall’s in the city, Toronto’s Eaton Centre.
Eaton Centre
Looking to get some designer duds? Look no further than Yorkville and the upscale department store Holt Renfrew.
Also be sure to check out St. Lawrence Market every Saturday – it was hailed as the world’s best food market by National Geographic in April 2012.
St Lawrence Market
Events and Festivals in Toronto
I may be biased, but I truly believe the Toronto International Film Festival, which goes on for 10 days at the beginning of September, is one of the best times of year in the city.
The city has such an amazing energy and everyone is excited about the hundreds of celebrities that make it into town to promote their films.
Mid-July to be beginning of August is commonly associated with Toronto’s Caribbean Carnival, formerly known as Caribana – the world’s largest Caribbean carnival outside of the Caribbean itself, and North America’s largest street festival.
The highlight of the two-week celebration is the parade consists of beautifully costumed dancers, floats and some of the world’s best soca calypso, steelpan and reggae music!
Crowd at Tornto International Film Festival
Getting Around Toronto
Admittedly, the public transport is NOT at the level it ought to be at, especially if Toronto wants to consider itself on par with some of the other major cities of the world.
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) has a basic underground subway system and above ground streetcars, as well as buses in the areas outside of the downtown core.
Many, however, opt to walk. The city is laid out in a fairly easy to understand grid complete with beautiful parks and interesting landmarks to see. Just make note that the city is quite large! If weather isn’t completely up to par, there is the PATH – a maze of underground walkways that cover a large distance of the city.
Be warned – these subterranean hallways aren’t the easiest to navigate, but if you have the time, it’s all part of the adventure.
Best Time to Visit Toronto
This may be a bit biased, but I truly believe that early autumn is the best time to visit Toronto and the surrounding areas. The air is no longer muggy and humid, but it’s still warm enough that you can walk around with a light jacket or sweater.
Not to mention the beautiful colours of the autumn leaves make it a photographer’s delight.
Favorite Side Trip from Toronto
No trip to Toronto would be complete without a jaunt over to Niagara Falls. Only an hour and a half away, it’s very easy to take a day trip in a rented car, or with a tour company, to one of Southern Ontario’s most beautiful sights.
Along the way there are numerous vineyards where you can try some of the Niagara region’s delicious wines.
Getting There and Away?
Domestic airline travel in Canada sucks. It really does. Since Canada’s landmass is the 2nd largest in the world, air travel is unavoidable, unless you are doing a Great Canadian road trip.
Air Canada is a member of the Star Alliance, so if you’re interested in the points, I’d recommend them – although the service is hit and miss.
If you’re traveling around Eastern Canada and into the northeastern United States, Porter is a great new airline. Be’ aware that it’s not cheap. If service and overall experience is what you’re looking for, they may be your best bet.
If you’re looking to do a certain train-trip – there’s only one option: ViaRail. They’re expensive, the service is pretty standard, but the trains come equipped with free WiFi.
In terms of budget travel, MegaBus is probably your best option when traveling along the Toronto-Montreal corridor and into the northeastern United States. They claim to be eco-friendly and have free wifi on board, and if you book far enough in advance, you can get a ticket for $1!
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