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Travel tips for Canada - what to prepare in advance and what to obey

Musee du Fort et ledifice Louis S. St-Laurent 1. The largest cities of Canada are located along the border with the US - in these regions is the most favorable climate.
2. Canada has a very dense network of roads and free highways, and therefore the most optimal option for traveling around the country will be a rented car.
3. In each national park travelers will be able to rent a bicycle. This means of transportation is incredibly in demand in cities of the country.
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4. Canada is a country of wild and untouched nature. Even in large cities you can find squirrels, raccoons on the streets, sometimes coyotes come to the roads. Animals cannot be caught or their livelihoods interfered with in any way.
5. In Canada, food is quite expensive and the prices of food in restaurants and cafes and supermarkets do not differ much from each other. Portions in cafes and restaurants are large, and therefore one dish is enough for 2-3 people.
6. The level of crime in Canada is low, but travelers should be careful in popular tourist places, especially at Niagara Falls. There you can meet with pickpockets.
7. In the remote quarters of Ottawa and Montreal are the neighborhoods where emigrants from Africa live. In such neighborhoods, tourists should not go to avoid conflicts with locals. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
8. On the territory of "French" Canada - in Quebec, signboards and signposts are written in French. French is the language of communication in the region and the official language in the country on a par with English.
9. Canadians – a very friendly and affable nation. They do not show aggression and will not tolerate aggressive actions from visitors. Locals respect laws and rules of conduct and expect the same from the guests of their country.
10. The national currency of Canada is the Canadian dollar. You can exchange American money for them in large banks. An offer to exchange money outside the bank should be refused; a black market of currencies in Canada does not exist.
11. Alcoholic beverages are not sold in regular supermarkets; they can be bought only in bars or special stores.
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12. The places for camping in Canada are mostly toll-free; do not stop for a night in random places as the probability of meeting wild animals is high.
13. The main attraction of Canada is Niagara Falls, and the main souvenir is maple syrup.
14. Going on the nature, especially in the northern regions, you must first know the weather forecast. Sudden snowfalls can greatly impede movement around the country.
15. For tourists that come to the country for less than 6 months, some shops offer an additional discount on VAT in the size of 8%.
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Butchart Gardens

From the series “Fabulous Nooks of the World with Striking Colorful Shades”
Those who always wanted to walk along the fabulous park, are sure to visit Butchart Gardens in Canada. This landscaped garden with an area of ​​22 hectares is the largest and most picturesque of its kind in the country. A huge number of artificial ponds, rivers and waterfalls, countless elegant flower beds and exotic plants are among features of this picturesque garden.

It is difficult to imagine that at the end of the 19th century a mined-out industrial quarry was situated there, and landscapes in those places were incredibly dull and lifeless. The founders of the garden were famous industrialists and members of the Butchart family. In 1904, they decided to fill the worked-out quarry with the fertile soil and plant beautiful flowers, forming a kind of the Sunken Garden. A famous … Read all

CN Tower

From the series “Breathtaking High-Altitude Observation Points with Panoramic Views on Cities”
Toronto also has an observation deck that will appeal to fans of the unusual entertainment. It is located on one of the top floors of the CN Tower. This observation deck is located at an altitude of 356 meters. Visitors are offered to use a special elevator for going there. This viewing platform differs from many others. A part of it is situated outdoors, and guests can visit it during a ride on EdgeWalk.

All fans of walking the roofs are fastened with special safety systems. After that, they can walk on the outdoor terrace without any fear and admire the panorama of Toronto. The indoor part of the site also has an amazing feature; it is equipped with a glass floor giving a breathtaking experience of admiring objects located at the bottom.

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World Water Park

From the series “The Greatest and Fanciest Water Parks”
Edmonton is famous for its large-scale shopping centers. This Canadian city has one of the most famous aquaparks in the world, World Water Park. Among its outstanding features, it’s worth noting a huge indoor swimming pool with artificial waves that can be used to practice surfing all year long. Fans of exciting entertainment can enjoy excellent rides, whose names speak for themselves. Those are Revenge of Nessie, Sky Express, and Tropical Typhoon.

The waterpark in Edmonton is the largest in Canada, as well as the largest indoor aquapark in the world. It has been opened in 1986. In a few years, it has become so popular among tourists that it was decided to build a hotel. In the warmer months, the camping is available for travelers from distant cities and foreign countries. Many … Read all
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Advices for popular cities of Canada

Montreal
1. Tourists arriving at the airport of Montreal should first find a stall of Guide D'aeroport Montreal-Trudeau on the first level. The stall provides several guiding leaflets for free. The leaflets contain useful information on the city, public transportation routes and ticket costs. 2. The city offers several tourist information centers which also provide tourists with useful data, leaflets and city maps. The largest tourist information center is the Infotouriste Centre. The office sells … Read more
Toronto
1.It is comfortable to move around the city using public transport. However, take into account that traffic on the main streets can be difficult in rush hours. Taxis will be an alternative to public transport, but this option is not the best to travel long distances. 2. Those planning to rent a car have to remember about strict rules of the road and heavy fines for violations. During the trip, all passengers must fasten their seat belts; one of the most serious violations is driving while … Read more
Quebec City
1. Bicycle remains the most popular form of public transport during warm months. Visitors will be amazed by a huge amount of special bicycle lanes in the city. As a rule, the lanes are open from April to October. You can easily reach almost any part of the city by bike. 2. Travelers, who plan to rent a car, should remember that traffic is very difficult in the old part of the city. Most of the local streets have one-way traffic only. You may also encounter problems when searching for a … Read more
Vancouver
1. Travelers should keep in mind that any import of dairy and meat products is prohibited. You also cannot take to the country certain types of medications, as well as plants and silver coins, which amount is more than five dollars. 2. Most shops and shopping centers are open for visitors from 10:00 to 18:00. Sunday is usually a day off. Large shopping centers can work until 21:00. 3. Government institutions usually work from 10:00 to 17:00. Friday is considered a long working day, so … Read more
Calgary
1. Tourists should stock up with the national currency for shopping because foreign currencies, including U.S. dollars, are not very trusted here. Some sellers in open air markets and private stores can accept foreign currency, but usually at a very unfavorable exchange rate. 2. Money can be exchanged in banks and specialized exchange offices. Tourists should abandon the services of private individuals who offer to make an exchange. It is also worth noting that payments by credit cards have … Read more
Ottawa
1. The optimum way to pay for goods and services in Ottawa is national currency as any other currency including US dollars is not accepted in the city. It should be noted that currency can be exchanged only in large banks, most of the bank departments provide the currency exchange service only to regular customers. It is better to exchange the currency at home before a departure or back up a journey with enough quantity of traveler checks. 2. Alcohol drinks as well as tobacco goods are sold … Read more
Edmonton
1. Tourists arriving to Edmonton International Airport have to consider that it isn’t connected to the city by public transport. For 15 dollars you can get to the city center by bus; taxi would cost about 4 times more. 2. Travelers who have enough time and want to visit nearby cities are recommended to use Greyhound intercity buses. Comfortable buses are ready to take passengers to any place of interest as soon as possible. 3. The main form of public transport in Edmonton is bus; the most … Read more
Winnipeg
1. When you plan to visit stores and markets of Winnipeg, it’s better to take the local currency with you. Even U.S. dollars are not accepted everywhere. Paper money in large denominations is usually treated cautiously. Some small shops and markets may even not accept it due to inability to verify the authenticity of banknotes. 2. Money should be exchanged in banks and special exchange offices only. It is better to avoid the services of individuals. Exchange rate and size of commission … Read more

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