The best wines in the world seem to come from temperate, warm places like France, Italy, New Zealand, Australia, South America and California. It sometimes comes as a surprise to people, then, that Canada—often associated with cold, harsh weather patterns—has a booming wine industry that has been producing world-class vintages for decades. Canadian wine has garnered the country international recognition as a producer of fine, award-winning vino. (continue...)
When locals and visitors describe the largest city in La Belle Province some of the adjectives that pop up again and again include romantic, lively, vibrant, sophisticated and friendly. Nowhere are these descriptions more apparent than when discussing Montreal’s nightlife. With romantic lounges, lively bars, vibrant nightclubs, sophisticated dinner clubs and friendly pubs, the city’s nightlife has become one of its biggest tourist draws. (continue...)
In the early 17th century, a group of French colonists ventured from France to the northern coastal regions of North America. In 1604, the group established the first permanent French settlement in North America at Port-Royal, in present-day Nova Scotia. The area eventually became known as Acadia, and the people and their decedents known as Acadians. (continue...)
Upon thinking of Canada, one cannot suppress images of open space, diverse landscapes and striking hospitality spread among urban centres and rural communities. With a total area of 9,984,670 sq km (3,855,103 sq mi), plus natural attractions such as... (continue...)
In the past few decades, Canada has started to shed its image as a frigid land of vast wilderness in favour of a sophisticated, urban persona. Canada's major cities are now being seen for what they are—vibrant, modern hubs of activity. The country's urban centres boast many attractions, one of the most significant being their world-class shopping facilities. (continue...)
Canada has the reputation of the frozen north, but to Martin Luther King and thousands of other black Americans, Canada was a sort of North Star—a gleaming beacon of hope that they followed and fought their way to. From 1840 to 1860, Canada emblemized freedom from oppression, and it was there that many brave enslaved people risked their lives to enter. This struggle was known as the Underground Railroad. (continue...)
Montreal's metro is a quick and easy way to travel around the city. Consisting of 65 stations at present and spread out over four lines named Blue, Green, Orange, and Yellow, the metro stops at or near major attractions, venues (continue...)
Canadians welcome, celebrate and appreciate summertime in a way that only residents of a country which receives six months of cold and snowy winters can. For many, one of the most anticipated and exciting aspects of summer, along with the long days and hot weather, are the many music festivals that take place in the country between June and September. (continue...)
Walking through the streets of Montreal contains views of Gothic and Romanesque structures rising into the sky, adorned with stained-glass windows that fill peaceful spaces with light and colours. Steeples mark the way for pilgrims and bell towers chime in rhythm to the sounds in the city. Millions flock to Montreal annually to visit the rich collection of historic monuments that has helped form the landscape of this vibrant city. Century-old churches and cathedrals co-exist with modern architecture creating a very European flavour in a Canadian city. (continue...)
Perched along the banks of the St. Lawrence River, Montreal is one of Canada’s most popular tourist destinations. With a history dating back to the middle of the 17th century, the metropolis has developed into a lively, sophisticated and fun locale offering a mind-boggling variety of things to do. One reason why many flock to the city is for the hours of excitement on offer at its restaurants, lounges and music clubs. (continue...)
Unlocking a fascinating world perhaps otherwise only seen in nature documentaries or on an African safari, today’s zoos are losing a tarnished reputation of cruelty and are instead heralded as environmental blessings. The world’s greatest zoos are committed to the conservation of wildlife and its natural environment and are making a positive impact on the survival of threatened species in the wild. (continue...)
Cuisine in Quebec is as rich and diverse as its history, from early French settlers and aboriginal people that influenced the types of food and techniques used to create various rustic dishes. Today, dishes continue to be prepared in the traditional way but are also undergoing changes by innovative chefs using new flavours to create contemporary recipes. (continue...)
From coast to coast, festivals across Canada mirror the multicultural and diverse makeup of a relatively young nation. Whether it be a musical spectacle on a sweltering summer day or a mid-winter outdoor hullabaloo, these multifarious celebrations attract festival goers from every corner of the country and beyond. There are festivals for the young, the old, the music lover, the outdoor enthusiast and everyone in between. (continue...)
There's no better way to relax than to get pampered at a spa. Whether trying to leave the stresses of everyday life behind for awhile or celebrating a special occasion with some friends, one of the many numerous spa treatments offered at some of Canada's best spas are bound to hit the spot (continue...)
Surprisingly, there is a plethora of unique, unusual and eye-catching landmarks that can be found in every province of Canada. In fact, these often entertaining sights are more likely found in smaller towns, where tourists are lured in to take a picture or buy a trinket of these one-of-a-kind discoveries. (continue...)
