Travel to Canada- Tips and Information Guide (2023 Edition)
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Everything you need to know about travel to Canada in our comprehensive 2023 Canada travel guide.
Have you ever wanted to see the Northern Lights? Or to explore the beautiful cities of Vancouver, Quebec or Calgary? What about venturing out into the world-renown national parks of British Columbia?
Unspoiled nature and incredibly vibrant urban areas create the perfect mixture of reasons to travel to Canada.
“The Great White North,” is a vast country that offers virtually unlimited opportunities for visitors of all kinds.
Whether searching for wildlife, landscapes, adventure activities or the culture of city life, travelling in Canada will give you a variety of experiences you are sure to remember.
There really is so much to do it can be overwhelming to plan to visit Canada. But getting started is not that difficult.
TRAVELLING IN CANADA: AT A GLANCE
Here are the basics of travel to Canada.
CAPITAL: Ottawa OTHER MAIN CITIES: Quebec, Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton
CURRENCY: Canadian dollar (See current exchange rates) ELECTRICITY: In Canada, the standard voltage is 120 V, while the standard frequency is 60 Hz. The power plugs and sockets are of type A and B. Type B works with plug A as well. (Be sure to get your universal travel adapter before you leave)
ENTRY / VISA: Visas are not required for Austalians, Americans and most European nationalities. But if arriving by air, most travellers need an Electronic Travel Authorization For information about which countries are granted visa-free access click here. SAFETY: Canada is considered one of the safest developed countries in which to travel. Use standard safety precautions that you would use anywhere in the world. Most crime is petty and takes place in more highly populated urban areas so be more aware when travelling in cities.
LANGUAGE: English and French TRANSPORTATION: Canada is vast and cross-country travel is possible via domestic flight, train and automobile. Most cities have well-connected metro systems and ride-shares.
TOP 5 TRAVEL EXPERIENCES IN CANADA
With so much to see and do in Canada, it really is hard to pick the top experiences. We have written a comprehensive guide on the best things to do in Canada here.
However, we think that to truly appreciate Canada you need to plan to do these 5 activities during your visit.
Explore the Canadian Rockies
From picturesque mountain peaks to stunningly blue glacial lakes, the Canadian Rockies in British Columbia have so much exploration to offer! This part of Canada could be a trip in itself!
Check out our ultimate guide to Hiking in Banff
Banff Lake
Southern Lakes Resort Northern Lights
View The Northern Lights
Witnessing northern lights is one of the most amazing natural phenomena. The city of Whitehorse in the Yukon territory might be a perfect place for it! Your chances are highest between September and April since the nights aren’t dark enough during the summer. Read More…
