Many Australians dream of a white Christmas and if you’re one then perhaps it’s time to bite the bullet and head to Canada for guaranteed snow filled festivities.
Not only does the whole of Canada benefit from having snow fall in December, the fact that many Europeans settled there centuries ago means that the traditions we often associate with Christmas are alive and kicking. Log fires, snow capped trees and frozen lakes all add to the ambience and will deliver a Christmas that you will never forget.
Whether you’re looking to ski, skate or simply snuggle down with a glass of mulled wine and watch the snow fall, Canada’s resorts, such as Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper and Whistler, are the perfect destinations to enjoy a white Christmas. With Christmas markets, visits from Santa and Christmas entertainment the likes of which you’ve only ever seen in the classic movies, this really is the stuff of which dreams are made. If your idea of a perfect Christmas is one spent in a wooden cabin or luxury hotel with frost on the windows, then you won’t be disappointed.
Even Canada’s big cities, Vancouver, Ottawa, Toronto and Calgary to name just a few, get in on the act. Cities come alive at Christmas, with the many lights illuminating the cold dark skies. Most of the larger cities will have Christmas parades to help you get into the holiday spirit and there’s always a skating rink to help set the scene. One of the prettiest cities in Canada to spend Christmas would have to be Quebec City, with cobbled streets and historic architecture; you will enjoy a picture perfect festive season.
Of course, we all know how the year just flies past so if you truly want to experience a magical Canadian Christmas, now is the time to book. Canadians travel at Christmas too so the popular resorts and attractions can quickly book out.
Air Canada offers flights from Sydney to destinations across Canada and from 3 June 2016, you can fly from Brisbane. As an example, a flight from Sydney to Calgary departing 8 December and returning 12 January 2017 will cost $2115 – but you’ll need to be quick and book now.
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