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hen the sun comes out in Canada, sometimes it stays out until midnight.
Summer across the Atlantic brings plenty of beauty, opportunities for adventure and even a few surprises along the way. From the pretty coastlines of the east
to the rugged mountains of the west, Canada has plenty of places to suit visitors throughout the summer season, whether they’re young explorers or mature travellers.
Road trip For younger travellers who wish to head off the beaten track without breaking the bank, the lesser-visited northwest of Canada is a road-tripper’s dream. The territory of the Yukon has everything
from hidden lakes and wild tundra to beautiful mountains and towering forests. Summer is the best time to head to this province, when temperatures reach the comfortable low 20s, and the sun is out until midnight. For independent-minded millennials, hiring a campervan is one of the most exciting ways to explore Canada, and nowhere is this truer than in the Yukon. The territory is intersected by the Alaska
Highway, one of the most famous stretches of road in North America – a whopping 1,500-mile stretch from Dawson Creek in British Columbia to Delta Junction in Alaska. Travellers can pick up the road at Whitehorse, the territory’s capital and only city, and head through the incredible mountainous scenery. Kluane National Park is a must, boasting
Canada’s highest peak, Mount Logan, just an hour and a half from Whitehorse. Small communities and villages are dotted all the way up the rest of the highway until the
Canadian section ends at Beaver Creek. If your customers don’t want to venture
quite that far, there’s plenty to explore near Whitehorse. Just to the north is Yukon Wildlife Preserve. The park has a three-mile track for those who wish to walk, cycle or take a guided bus tour around the park, spotting wildlife along the way. And around 45 miles south of Whitehorse is the village of Carcross, a traditional indigenous village, where visitors can watch the locals carve totem poles, cycle on Montana Mountain or stop by the famous Matthew Watson General Store, established in the Gold Rush.
East coast culture If history and culture is what your clients want, look no further than the eastern provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island, also known as the Maritimes. These provinces are a little closer to home
for clients who don’t fancy the flight time to the west coast, and are full of cultural landmarks, scenic routes and some of North America’s most stunning coastline. Halifax is a six-hour flight from London,
and a great starting point for anyone wishing to explore the region. On the outskirts of the city lies the quaint fishing village of Peggy’s Cove on the edge of St Margaret’s Bay. This enchanting community has some local shops, cafes and plenty of viewpoints and coastal walks – don’t miss the iconic Peggy’s Point Lighthouse. Head northeast of Halifax for a scenic
drive around the coastline of Cape Breton Island. The Cabot Trail winds along the coastline of the island and through the Cape
Breton Highlands National Park. Start at the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, near the beginning of the trail, and leave time to stop at some of the fishing villages along the route. The neighbouring province of New
Brunswick is separated from Nova Scotia by the Bay of Fundy. Known for its exceptionally high tides and rock formations at Hopewell Rocks, this phenomenal coastline is a must- see. Visitors can even take a photography class after dark as the night sky lights up the rocks and provides one-of-a-kind images. Take the road northwest to Fredericton, a city full of historical sites, museums and art galleries. Officer’s Square in the historic Garrison district of the city is a good place to start, where the changing of the guard is re-enacted twice a day. In summer, this district is home to free outdoor summer concerts, theatre shows and movies under the stars. Venture into the heart of New Brunswick
and visit Metepenagiag Heritage Park to learn about the 3,000-year-old Mi’kmaq culture. A Taste of Metepenagiag ‘Ookdotaan’ experience is the best way to have a go at outdoor cooking and hear stories about the indigenous way of life. Meanwhile, Prince Edward Island is a short
drive or ferry ride away and offers up some of the most delectable seafood in the country. Visitors can follow a number of culinary trails to taste some of these delicacies, while Confederation Landing in the city of Charlottetown is home to several top-notch seafood restaurants.
Find out more:
canadaspecialist.co.uk
BOOK IT
Canadian Affair’s Yukon Golden Circle Adventures 13-night tour costs £1,968 per person based on four adults hiring a motorhome in August 2019. Flights are included.
canadianaffair.com
Cosmos offers a nine-day Atlantic Canada’s Coastal Wonders escorted tour, from £1,934 per person, departing on June 7 from Heathrow. The price includes flights, transfers, accommodation, selected meals and private home pick-up service.
cosmos.co.uk
PICTURES: GOVERNMENT OF YUKON/DAVID CROWE; DESTINATION HALIFAX/J INGRAM; FREDERICTON TOURISM; CANADIAN TOURISM COMMISSION
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