Fogo Island is a fascinating amalgam of culture and beauty with a rural treasured landscape that is breath-taking. It is a place of spectacular cliffs, windswept coastline and colourful fishing communities that provide a clue of what life was like in a traditional out port. It is also the location of the much-publicized Fogo Island Inn, one of the most beautiful manifestations of contemporary architecture that embraces local tradition at the same time. People visiting the area have an opportunity to go on the beautiful hiking trails, observe the movement of icebergs in the spring, and the welcoming nature of the people in the island. A perfect combination of wild beauty and culture is what Fogo Island is as it is a unique and memorable place in Atlantic Canada.
Spectacular cliffs and windswept coastline
Colourful traditional fishing communities
Fogo Island Inn — contemporary architecture that embraces local tradition
Hiking trails and iceberg viewing (spring)
Warm, welcoming local community
Named after the Elk Island, Elk Island National Park is a rescue centre of wildlife and a naturalist’s retreat, which lies to the east of Edmonton in Alberta, Canada. Wide-ranging free-roaming plains and wood bison, elk, moose and more than 250 species of birds attract a lot of visitors to the park, which is famously recognized as the conservation center of bison. It has peaceful lakes and aspen woodland where the visitor can go hiking, canoeing and stargazing since the place belongs to the Beaver Hills Dark Sky Preserve. During winter, you can see a frozen serene land through snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Elk Island is a haven of biodiversity and cultural past and gives people a remote retreat where they can feel the beauty of prairies and boreal nature in Canada.
Home to free-roaming wood bison, elk, moose and 250+ bird species
Recognized bison conservation centre
Hiking, canoeing, and stargazing (Beaver Hills Dark Sky Preserve)
Winter activities: snowshoeing and cross-country skiing
Peaceful lakes and aspen woodland
Kananaskis country is an outdoor adventure paradise that is nestled in the Canadian Rockies foothills and front ranges located on the Alberta plains. With huge valleys, jagged mountains and clear lakes, it gives limitless possibility to hike, mountain bike, kayak and ride a horse. Winter visitors can go skiing, snowshoeing and ice climbing. Rich in wildlife, the region has plenty of bears, elk, and bighorn sheep and every trip is an opportunity of nature encounters. Spectacular views on the scenic drives such as the Kananaskis trail are complemented by relaxing places such as campgrounds and lodges. Kananaskis is 365 days a year resort where one finds untainted beauty of the wilderness.
Nestled in the Rockies foothills — valleys, jagged mountains and clear lakes
Activities: hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, horseback riding
Winter sports: skiing, snowshoeing, ice climbing
Wildlife: bears, elk, bighorn sheep
Scenic drives (Kananaskis Trail) and numerous campgrounds/lodges
Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia, is a cold fishing village renowned due to the well-known lighthouse that is situated in the craggy granite rocks that were washed by the waves. Crisply indented Atlantic shore surrounded by crashing waves and soaring skies forms an awe-inspiring sight to a photography enthusiast as well as a sightseer. There are also visitors who can walk around the small town and see colourful fishing boats as well as have some fresh sea food. The Peggy Point Lighthouse that was constructed in 1915 is among the most photographed landmarks of Canada. When getting to the rocks, one should be careful about strong waves. With a mix of maritime history and coastal beauty, Peggy’s Cove is a must visit destination with everything you could want in a classic East Coast experience — history, views and small towns.
Famous lighthouse on craggy granite rocks (Peggy Point Lighthouse, built 1915)
Dramatic Atlantic shoreline with crashing waves — great for photography
Walkable small town with colourful fishing boats and fresh seafood
Warning: strong waves on the rocks — exercise caution
Classic East Coast maritime history and coastal scenery
A beautiful mixture of prairie, mountain and lake, Waterton Lakes National Park is an exquisite park in south western Alberta. One of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a part of the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, it provides its visitors with the stunning views, a variety of wildlife, and unusual geology. Tourists may visit transparent lakes, have hikes along beautiful paths or observe living species such as bighorn sheep, elk, and bears. The Waterton town site is such a cute little place with cute rooms and restaurants with gorgeous views. When not boating on the Waterton Lake, hiking the legendary Crypt Lake Trail or exploring other park sights, it is possible to find adventure and stillness all year round. It is one of the most attractive national treasures of Canada due to its mesmerizing beauty and diversity.
Mix of prairie, mountain and lake — southwestern Alberta
Part of Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Clear lakes, hiking (including Crypt Lake Trail), boating
Wildlife: bighorn sheep, elk, bears
Quaint Waterton townsite with lodging and restaurants
Ottawa, Ontario, is the capital of Canada, and the parliament hill serves as the symbol of this country’s democracy and the representation of the Canadian history. It overlooks the Ottawa River and its Gothic Revival architecture buildings contain the Senate, House of Commons and Library of Parliament. The grand Centre Block is open to visitors who can actually take a tour, delight at the amazing stone carvings and observe the Changing of the Guard, which happens during summer. It is also the location of national celebrations in the form of light shows at different seasons as well as Canada Day celebrations. The grounds around the hill are landscaped and parks feature historic statues around the hill, making Parliament Hill an attraction of political and architectural beauty with vast sweeping vistas, and cultural heritage of the vibrant capital city of Canada.
Symbol of Canadian democracy — Gothic Revival architecture
Contains the Senate, House of Commons and Library of Parliament
Centre Block tours, stone carvings, and Changing of the Guard (summer)
Hosts seasonal light shows and Canada Day celebrations
Landscaped grounds with historic statues and river views