Canada is a diverse land. You can swim with belugas in Manitoba, watch cowboys in Calgary, kiss a fish (no joke!) in Newfoundland or eat more lobster than you’ve ever dreamed in Prince Edward Island .
So pack your bags and get going. There are 10 provinces to choose from. Here are just a few ideas to get you started:
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| Each year, Calgary hosts the world’s largest outdoor rodeo, the Calgary Stampede. |
Watch bucking broncos in ALBERTA
Put on your boots and ten-gallon (39 l) hat and hit the trail to Calgary for the world’s largest outdoor rodeo. The annual 10-day Calgary Stampede draws an audience of more than 1 million to watch a Western-themed parade wind through the city’s downtown, cheer at the chuck wagon races and attend a world-class rodeo.
The 2007 event (July 6-15) features performances by renowned musicians, including Nelly Furtado, Our Lady Peace, and country greats Alan Jackson and Kenny Chesney. If you can’t make it to the festival, the Stampede grounds host horse races seven months a year.
Tour the wineries in BRITISH COLUMBIA
The arid climate and naturally terraced landscape of the Okanagan Valley make for perfect wine-growing conditions. Visit some of the valley’s approximately 60 wineries to sample the region’s award-winning wines for yourself. All wineries offer wine tasting, and many feature tours that explain the art of winemaking. Reservations are not required.
Swim with belugas in MANITOBA
Though best known for polar bear viewing in the winter, the tiny town of Churchill, on the shore of Hudson Bay, is also one of the top places to experience beluga whales. Each year, some 3,000 belugas congregate at the mouth of the Churchill River to molt, arriving in mid-June and leaving at the end of August. Don a dry suit and snorkel to view the whales up close. Known for their curious nature, the whales will often swim near to check you out.
Continued: Oh, Canada: 10 Ways to Experience the Land of the Maple Leaf
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