Winter Fun in Canada: the Ultimate Snowy Getaways

In some areas, Winter is considered to be the offseason -which is a time to retreat inside and imagine tropical climates. In Canada, it's the reverse, and it's referred to as the land of Winter. It's a highly-anticipated season all across the country, filled with events and activities for all. When you're finished with this Canadian Winter adventure, you'll be greeted by a warm fireplace and a hot drink waiting at every turn.

Discover Carnaval de Quebec

One of the longest-running festivals in Canada and the biggest Winter festival in the world-- Carnaval de Quebec, draws thousands of spectators to view and participate in winter activities, including outdoor activities like snowshoeing, ice-canoe races dog sledging as well as evening parades. You can skate, watch live shows, take pictures of Bonhomme and delight in the amazing food offerings that have been instrumental in making La Belle Province famous.

The slopes are open at Mont Tremblant

There are many ski resorts throughout Quebec; Mont Tremblant in the Laurentians is possibly the most famous. The village is characterized by a distinctive European style, featuring hotels, restaurants, pubs and stores that are a hive of activities. 

There's a Fairmont Tremblant, located at the base of the hill, which has excellent alpine accommodations with easy ski access, as well as an Axe Lounge Bar, the ideal spot to relax after a long day of the beautiful outdoors. If you're experiencing a bit of strain in your muscles from all that skiing, the Moment Spa at Fairmont Tremblant will ease the pain.

When planning your next winter adventure, consider exploring the array of exciting tours to Canada that offer the ultimate snowy getaways. From its majestic Rocky Mountains in Alberta, where world-famous resorts such as Banff and Lake Louise provide world-class skiing and snowboarding experiences, to Quebec City, with its charming cobblestone streets and festive winter carnival, Canada provides something to satisfy even the most avid of winter enthusiasts. 

Enjoy skating on the frozen canals in Ottawa Capital of the United States.

From December through February, if the weather is good The Ottawa Rideau Canal Skateway is the largest natural frozen skating arena around the globe. As nature regulates the ice conditions along the Canal, Ottawa offers a number of indoor rinks that are refrigerated, such as the Rink of Dreams located at Ottawa City Hall.

Cross-country skiing is a great method to experience Ottawa. There is the Kichi Sibi Winter Trail stretches from the Canadian War Museum to Westboro Beach, with 16 km of groomed trails for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, as well as walking and winter biking. The Greenbelt is a different favourite and boasts up to 150 km of trails. After a day of outdoor activities you can relax at Zoe's restaurant in this Fairmont Chateau Laurier.

Don't forget to watch hockey in Canada

Hockey, or "Canada's game", is among the top-viewed sports in the United States. In Toronto, this refers to Toronto's Maple Leafs, one of the teams that established the NHL in 1917. When the game is on, there is a buzz that is intense at the Scotiabank Arena, as well as at the dozens of nearby bars and sports venues. Fans of hockey should attend the Hockey Hall of Fame. 

It is a place that celebrates the history of the sport. It's much more than just a museum for sports. It's an interactive, immersive tribute to hockey. If you're planning for a Winter vacation, make sure to speak with our travel consultants about whether they can add a hockey game to your travel itinerary.