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CANADA

Canada is a land of vast distances and rich in natural beauty consisting of ten provinces and three territories. Stretching from the USA in the south to the Arctic Circle in the north it is filled with culture, nature and breathtaking landscapes. It is the ultimate road trip and will take you a lifetime to explore fully. Canadians are well known for being some of the friendliest in the world and will offer lots of laughter and memories as you travel along your way. On the same token, Canada is a safe country to explore even as a single traveler. It consistently scores highly on quality of life reports worldwide having economic freedom, respect for civil rights and being free from corruption. In 1931 Britain granted Canada almost full independence with the Statue of Westminster, until full independence was gained following the Canada Act 1982.

Influenced largely by its British and French heritage, Canadians primarily speak French particularly in parts such as Quebec and New Brunswick.  It is however a very multicultural nation where people from all backgrounds are widely accepted without discrimination. Expect to be greeted with a smile no matter where you are from. The difference in cultures and landscapes will become apparent as soon as you start your trip across this beautiful country. You will be treated to various festivals in Montreal or Toronto and be climbing snow-capped mountains in Banff. Take in the country’s history in Newfoundland or take it easy in the peach orchards of Kelowna.

For those of you with an appetite for the outdoors and intend to go skiing, hiking or snowboarding you will want to head to British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario or Quebec. If you’re looking for the aboriginal experience of living in tepees, visit Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island or Saskatchewan. Local delicacies include beaver tail, fiddlehead and Nanaimo bars.

With a country so huge there are literally hundreds of roads to wonder down and explore. A particular highlight would be visiting the Canadian Rockies mountain range spanning the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. Including 3,954m Mt Robson, this area has ice-capped jagged peaks inspiring a dramatic wilderness, diverse wildlife and many outdoor recreational sites. Banff is the site of glacier Lake Louise or visit Jasper for the famous Athabasca Glacier. Crystal blue water reflects the gigantic mountain ranges and a sea of greenery in between makes the picture-perfect Rockies a must on your self-drive itinerary.

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Scenic Drives Canada:

• Highway 4 (Pacific Rim Highway) Parksville to Tofino, Vancouver Island, BC
• Sea to Sky Highway, BC. Horseshoe Bay, Vancouver to Whistler, BC.
• Trans-Canada Highway between Revelstoke, BC to Lake Louise, AB
• Icefields Parkway, Alberta
• Badlands Trail, Alberta
• Highway 60 – Algonquin Park Corridor, Ontario
• Lawrence Route, Quebec
• Fundy Coastal Drive, New Brunswick
• Cabot Trail, Nova Scotia
• Viking Trail, Newfoundland

Driving Tips Canada

• Watch out for wildlife which may jump out on front of you on many of the roads in Canada. Signs will normally be present to warn you of the danger. Large animals such as deer, elk or moose commonly run across roads unexpectedly.
• Speed limits are 100kmh on motorways and 50 kmh in built up areas.
• Take regular breaks when driving across Canada. The sheer size is overwhelming and will be tiring.
• Take out full insurance on hire cars in Canada, it is well recommended.
• Obtain an international driving permit before you go.