Moraine Lake, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada Alberta is one of Canada’s most beautiful provinces, featuring some of the nation’s most iconic scenery and must-visit destinations. While summer is the most popular time to visit, Alberta is great at all times of the year, so travellers shouldn’t disregard the winter, spring, and autumn as each season has something unique to offer. With amazing wildlife-viewing opportunities, towering mountain peaks, and vibrant cities, there are plenty of reasons to visit Alberta on a holiday to Canada. To get you excited about all that’s possible, we’ve put ..read more

Skier at the top of Grouse Mountain looking over Vancouver Vancouver is world-famous for its natural beauty, outdoor lifestyle, food scene, shopping and all the incredible activities you can do in and around the city. A lot of people say that the summer is the best time to visit this beautiful city in British Columbia, and although these months are wonderful, the winter is equally brilliant. Vancouver’s mild climate means you can explore all of its attractions year round, and with fewer crowds during the winter months, it’s a great time of the year to visit. Here we look at Vancouver in winte ..read more

Whether you’re a seasoned skier or not, everyone’s heard of Whistler. This is one of the biggest – and perhaps the best, judging by its annual No.1 awards – ski resorts in the world. The twin peaks of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains together make the Whistler Blackcomb ski area. Thanks to its lively pedestrian village, its stunning setting and more than 11 metres of annual snowfall, Whistler is an incredible place to ski and easily rivals the American Rockies or the Alps. If you’re thinking of visiting this superb, world-leading resort, then brush up on your knowledge with our Whistler ski g ..read more

If you thought skiing started and ended with the Alps, it’s time to get to know Canada. Canada has some of the best skiing in the world in its iconic mountain ranges. From the Canadian Rockies to British Columbia’s Coast Mountains, there’s metres and metres of powder to be found in Canada. Whistler is arguably Canada’s most famous resort, and justly so. It is regularly voted the best ski resort in the world and is one of the most popular Canada ski holidays you can go on. Whistler aside, Canada has dozens of top-notch ski resorts nestled among its peaks. Read on to find some of the best ski r ..read more

Among the most popular reasons to book flights to Canada is to visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rocky Mountains, stretching for 180,000 square kilometres through the beautiful provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. Visit this part of the country and prepare to be amazed as you encounter emerald-hued lakes, tumbling waterfalls and some of the world’s most famous national parks. What you may not realise is that more than 100 glaciers sit along the scenic stretch of road between Jasper and Lake Louise—the Columbia Icefield being the largest. Whether travelling by all-terrain transporte ..read more

Planning to book winter flights to Canada? If there’s one thing you don’t want to miss it’s the Québec Winter Carnival. Locally known as the ‘Carnaval de Québec’, it’s the world’s largest winter carnival, attracting thousands of families, couples and individuals annually. The event takes place at the beginning of the year at various locations across Old Québec—all conveniently located within walking distance of each other—and honours long-time traditions in a fun, festive way. The province’s aptly cold surroundings make both snow and ice-orientated activities the main part of this celebration ..read more

Considering car hire in Canada’s capital? We’ve rounded up some of the city’s most magical destinations for you to tick off your winter bucket list. From an 1860s heritage village to the world’s longest skating rink, you don’t want to miss these attractions on your next visit. Magic Of Lights Wesley Clover Parks 21st Nov – 4th Jan (5-10 pm) If you’re hiring a car on your Canada holiday, this is an event not be missed. Drive two kilometres through a tunnel adorned with hundreds of sparkling Christmas lights and fun animated displays. The Magic of Lights Ottawa takes place annually at Wesley C ..read more

READ TIME: 6 minutes With over 8,100 acres of snow-covered slopes, 16 alpine bowls, three glaciers and over 200 marked trails, Whistler is not only  North America’s largest ski resort, but also one of the best skiing destinations in the world. It’s renowned for its quality skiing and snowboarding conditions with the area regularly receiving more than 11 metres of annual snowfall, but there are many more great things about this area. One great thing is how easy it is to get to Whistler as you can fly into Vancouver, which is the closest city. Then if you book car hire in Vancouver you can ..read more

Are you dreaming of a white Christmas in Canada? With snow-filled fun for all the family, Whistler is truly a winter wonderland during the festive season, making it one of the most popular times of year to visit. Its close proximity to Vancouver (around a two-hour drive) makes Whistler the perfect addition to a Vancouver holiday, with both destinations offering an abundance of magical events and activities—from a weekly Fire & Ice Show in Whistler to Vancouver’s annual Christmas market. Both mountains in Whistler are open Christmas and New Year’s, giving visitors the chance to ski and sno ..read more