DESTINATIONS — CANADA 8 7
9
characters and pedal-powered John Deere tractor pulls.
9
waters. Late May and early June are the best time to see icebergs from the Arctic drifting past the coast, along Iceberg Alley. It’s also one of the best whale-watching areas in the world with some 22 species of whales including minke, blue and orcas crowding the sea between late May and September, feeding on capelin, krill and squid. Take a boat tour or paddle out in a kayak to watch nature do her thing.
8
CALGARY STAMPEDE Unleash your inner cowboy at the Calgary Stampede. Families with
younger children and teens will love the thrill of the rodeo and the non- stop excitement of the Midway as well as the old-fashioned fun of the SuperDogs show, and Weadickville, a traditional town set in 1912 Calgary. Head to the Kids’ Midway to check out the child-friendly games and 26 exhilarating rides, along with plenty of opportunities to learn about animals in the Agrium Western Event Centre. All that plus live music, TV
OTTAWA’S CANADA DAY Celebrate Canada Day (July 1) in the nation’s
capital to experience Canadian pride at its finest. City museums offer free entry and special activities on Canada Day. A must-visit for younger kids is the superb Children’s Museum, in the Canadian Museum of History, where they receive a passport on entry and collect stamps as they explore. Hop on the free shuttle bus to Jacques-Cartier Park for sand sculptures, games and slides, or
enjoy the free festivities on Parliament Hill, from the flag- raising ceremony in the morning to an evening fireworks performance and live music from big-name acts.
10
TORONTO’S WATERS Canada’s biggest city, Toronto,
is packed with family-friendly attractions. But for a change of pace, take a day trip to Canada’s Wonderland, a 330-acre theme park just 25 miles from the city. The park is open from May to September and boasts 16 rollercoasters, a huge water park and dedicated areas for younger children. For a more natural high, head 90 minutes away from the city to Niagara Falls to board the new Hornblower boat tour, which takes in the American Falls, Bridal Veil and
Horseshoe Falls. TW
56 •
travelweekly.co.uk — 23 April 2015
10
PICTURES: NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR TOURISM; OTTAWA TOURISM; CALGARY STAMPEDE
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51 |
Page 52 |
Page 53 |
Page 54 |
Page 55 |
Page 56 |
Page 57 |
Page 58 |
Page 59 |
Page 60 |
Page 61 |
Page 62 |
Page 63 |
Page 64 |
Page 65 |
Page 66 |
Page 67 |
Page 68 |
Page 69 |
Page 70 |
Page 71 |
Page 72 |
Page 73 |
Page 74 |
Page 75 |
Page 76 |
Page 77 |
Page 78 |
Page 79 |
Page 80 |
Page 81 |
Page 82 |
Page 83 |
Page 84