Planning your trip to Canada

The plethora of options that Canada offers to travellers can make planning a trip overwhelming, especially for those of us who cross the pond for that trip of a lifetime. Here’s my advice for you.

Canada is simply too big to see in one trip. After all, this is the second largest country (in area) in the world! Also, the country offers completely different experiences throughout the year. Hiking jaw-dropping national parks in the summer, visiting one of its vibrant cities in autumn and spring or skiing its world class resorts in winter are only a few of the different types of trips that one can have.

When planning a trip to Canada, focus on the kind of experiences you wish to have and pick the season that enables them. Furthermore, even if you do not consider yourself ‘outdoorsy’ and no matter the season, I would strongly recommend that your trip includes a visit or two to those larger than life natural landscapes that exist all over the country and make it a truly unique destination.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: CANADA

LANGUAGE: Canada has two official languages, English & French. However, depending on the region, people might speak only one of the two languages fluently. 

CURRENCY: Canadian Dollar ($ / Can$ / CAD)

PLUGS: Types A and B (120V supply voltage & 60Hz frequency)

VISA REQUIREMENTS: Most people need a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter the country. Some people may only need their valid passport. Check the Government of Canada website before travelling.