Canada Luxury Holidays

Canada will stun the senses.

Canada will stun the senses. From the spectacular harbour-front setting of Vancouver and cosmopolitan buzz of Toronto to the craggy wilderness of the Rocky Mountains, it's definitely somewhere you'll want to linger a while. Vancouver must surely rank amongst the world's most beautiful cities; its backdrop of mountains and views out towards the Pacific Ocean complemented by its fascinating history and cosmopolitan culture. Downtown Vancouver offers a busy patchwork of attractions, from the renovated Victorian charm of the old Gastown to the emerald expanses of Stanley Park. The city is also the gateway to exhilarating, untamed wilderness of the Great Bear Rainforest, just a short flight northwards, or the rugged beauty of the Sunshine Coast. Meanwhile 'City of Gardens' Victoria on Vancouver Island is famed for its beautiful parks and waterfront - its elegant Parliament buildings reflecting a strong British heritage. If you're looking for breathtaking natural beauty, head for the Banff and Jasper National Parks - Banff and stunning Lake Louise being a year-round playground for hikers, mountaineers, skiers and golfers. Explore the rugged alpine terrain by car or the legendary Rocky Mountaineer train. Jasper National Park has a larger and less explored landscape on show, from its pristine, glacier-fed lakes to wooded trails and snow-covered peaks. Whether skiing, hiking, fishing or simply admiring the views, Jasper is perfect for leisurely sojourns and renewal of the spirit. You can also discover The Stampede town of Calgary while vibrant Toronto is a seductive metropolis with the famous Niagara Falls close by. Allow us to arrange a luxury holiday to introduce you to it all.

Banff National Park – The ‘Jewel of the Rockies'. Home to some of the continent’s finest mountain scenery. Vancouver Island – A perfect spot for fishing, whale watching or visit the Butchart Gardens. Vancouver – A green and vibrant city combining a diverse heritage with a thriving arts, cultural, entertainment and sport scene. CN Tower, Toronto – An awe-inspiring architectural and engineering wonder of the world and a symbol of pride for Toronto residents. Great Bear Rainforest – Virgin forest north of Vancouver. The perfect spot for nature hikes and wildlife viewing from King Pacific Lodge.

Feb | National Flag of Canada Day – Celebrated each year to commemorate the first raising of the flag on 15 February 1965 Feb-Mar | Winter Olympics – Hosted in 2010 by Vancouver and Whistler Mar | Canadian Music Week, Toronto Jun | Calgary Jazz Festival Jul | Canada Day – Celebrations include public events such as parades, carnivals, festivals, barbecues, air and maritime shows, fireworks and free musical concerts Jul | Calgary Stampede Aug | MusicFest, Vancouver – Classical, world and jazz music concerts Nov | Cornucopia Wine and Food Festival, Whistler

Poutine – A popular dish originating in Quebec. Made up of french fries, gravy and curd cheese. Maple syrup. Beaver Tails – A doughnut in the shape of a beaver’s tail, topped with a variety of sweet toppings. Nanaimo Bars – A layered chocolate dessert with a wafer base, custard and chocolate. British Columbian salmon. Ice wine – A concentrated, very sweet dessert wine produced from frozen grapes. Rye whiskey.

CLIMATE The southern coastal areas of British Columbia enjoy mild temperatures year round, with long sunny days in summer and cooler evenings in spring and autumn. Inland, the winters are cold and snowy, Alberta is Canada's sunniest province with warm summers and mild springs. Snow in the Rockies is expected from November to March. Ontario reaches summer temperatures of 25°C; winter temperatures hover just below freezing. PROVINCE CAPITALS BRITISH COLUMBIA: Victoria ALBERTA: Edmonton ONTARIO: Toronto TIME DIFFERENCE BRITISH COLUMBIA: GMT -8 hours in winter, GMT -7 hours in summer ALBERTA: GMT -7 hours in winter, GMT -6 hours in summer ONTARIO: GMT -5 hrs in winter, GMT -4 hours in summer FLYING TIME VANCOUVER: 9 hours 25 mins CALGARY: 9 hours 25 mins TORONTO: 8 hours 10 mins

Canada Luxury Holiday Accommodation

• King Pacific Lodge, A Rosewood Resort
• Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
• The Fairmont Banff Springs
• The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
• The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
• Rocky Mountaineer
• Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver
• The Fairmont Waterfront
• The Fairmont Empress Victoria
• Four Seasons Hotel Toronto
• The Fairmont Palliser
• Canada A La Carte
• Wilderness and Wildlife
• Shangri-La Vancouver

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