Banff is located within Banff National Park, in the Canadian Rockies of Western Alberta. The town of Banff is famous for its spectacular setting, but it is more than just a pretty place. As Canada's first incorporated municipality in a national park, Banff is a very special community. It is environmentally-conscious, balanced, rich with character and culture and a friendly and open community. B...

West of Edmonton, Jasper is Banff's northern counterpart. The picturesque town site nestled, high in the Rocky Mountains, Jasper has less to offer to the tourists than Banff but the quieter streets, easier access by rail from Edmonton, Vancouver (Kamloops), and Prince George; and linked to Lake Louise and Banff by 'The World's Most Scenic Highway': the Icefields Parkway. Wildlife can be found r...

The fifth largest city in Canada, Edmonton sits on both sides of the North Saskatchewan River. When the oil industry boomed in Alberta Edmonton became the home to the engineers and scientists involved in the drilling and distribution of the 'black gold'. Edmonton is popular amongst visitors due to its good transportation links and proximity to the Rockies and Jasper National Park.

The gleaming city of Calgary, no longer just a prairie cow town rises up over the flat farmland of south-central Alberta. To the west, just in view, are the foothills of the Canadian Rockies and the grassy farmlands of the prairies spread out east for over 1,500 kilometres. With almost a million people now living in the metropolitan area, Calgary has made a firm place for itself in Canada's eco...

While Montreal and Québec City honor Canada's French roots, Victoria pays tribute to the country's British heritage. Many visit British Columbia's capital for afternoon tea at the Empress or a tour of Parliament. Others are interested in touring Vancouver Island's wineries and whale-watching from its harbors. Although it's only a 90-minute ferry ride from bustling Vancouver, British Columbia's ...

Whistler encourages adventure travelers to take it up a notch. This Canadian resort town boasts everything from skiing and snowboarding to bungee jumping off bridges. Travelers can spend their down time in Whistler Village enjoying the boutique shops and tasty restaurants. Snow-capped peaks and powdered steeps; sparkling lakes and emerald green golf courses; challenging hiking trails and inviti...

Canada's capital may not be as big as Toronto or as historic as Montreal, but Ottawa has plenty going for it. The city's small size makes it manageable, its laid-back atmosphere makes it personable, and its springtime tulip blooms make it colorful. Located in northeast Ontario near the Quebec border, Ottawa may seem an unlikely choice for Canada's capital when compared to larger cities like Tor...

A trip to Europe may not be in your budget, but a visit to Québec City could be. This Canadian city charms its visitors with 17th and 18th century buildings. The aromas of freshly baked bread and brewing espresso fill the cobblestone streets with the essence of Paris. The sight of winding cobblestone streets and towering cathedrals; the sound of French pleasantries and tourists' "Oohs;" the sme...

Visitors flock here each year to see the wondrous falls for themselves. With the Niagara River plummeting over the 170-foot drop at up to 68 miles an hour, the falls are this destination's main draw. But the area also offers a variety of other attractions like museums, wineries and casinos. It's not hard to understand why many consider Niagara Falls a top natural wonder of the world. Or why it ...

"Big" doesn't even begin to describe this Ontario city. Composed of numerous cultural pockets (such as Greektown, Little India and Koreatown), Toronto transports you around the globe. With such diversity to experience, you can practically call yourself a world traveler after visiting. Sprawling Toronto is awe-inspiring, and record-breaking. Flip through the Guinness Book of World Records, and y...