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INTRODUCTION
Explore Canada in the fall and create unforgettable experiences, sprinkled with Canadian charm. From the wide-open spaces of the north to incredible wildlife, vibrant fall foliage, natural wonders and culinary delights, the season promises adventure for all and a vibrant cultural mosaic that spreads from coast to coast to coast.
RENDEZ-VOUS CANADA 2024!
Register now for Rendez-Vous Canada 2024, Canada’s signature international tourism marketplace to connect with Canada’s tourism industry! RVC is taking place from May 14-17th, 2024 in Edmonton, Alberta, and offers attractive first-time buyer programs and exclusive access to fam tours.
Do not miss the chance to exchange with international tourism industry members, establish new business relations and explore new Canadian tourism products one-on-one in the marketplace. For more information and application visit https://rendezvouscanada.ca . The 48th annual Rendez-vous Canada continues to grow in both size and popularity. Reserving your spot early ensures you won’t miss connecting with Canada’s tourism industry partners.
Forward-thinkers. Visionaries. Leaders or Canadas travel industry. Qualified buyers come together at Rendez-vous Canada to explore and partner with Canadian tourism professionals, to market and sell Canada with confidence. 1,600+ attendees including 580+ Canadian seller organizations from all 13 Canadian provinces and territories, and 400+ qualified buyers and media from Destination Canada’s key markets around the world. All 100% connectors.
Tour operators from European key markets can profit from attractive first-time buyer programs. German tour oprators are invited to reach out to Nora König, Nora.Koenig@destination-office.de, UK tour operators to Adam Hanmer, Hanmer.Adam@destinationcanada.com, and French tour operators to Maryse Normandeau, maryse@360tourisme.fr, for more information on first-time buyer options.
Seeing is believing! Team Alberta will be hosting a series of exciting thematic FAM trips across the province in advance of RVC 2024. Please take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about Alberta and what the province has to offer to your clients! Here you can take a look at the available fam tours (application only possible for attendees of RVC 2024): https://rendezvouscanada.ca/fam-tours/.
LEGENDARY ACCOMMODATIONS AND WELLNESS/SPA RETREATS
Experience the ultimate Canadian spa experience where relaxation meets extraordinary, and stay at legendary accommodations that showcase the best of Canada’s outdoor wonders. From luxurious hotel retreats with deluxe spa treatments to tranquil rustic settings and yoga, Canada’s natural beauty offers a picturesque backdrop for your personalized journey.
Experience true northern hospitality: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/northern-lodges-manitoba
Best camping in Canada – with a twist:
https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/best-camping-in-canada
The Rocky Mountaineer experience: more than just a journey:
Canada’s best spas: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/canadas-best-spas
Canada’s Best Spas
Experience the ultimate Canadian spa experience where relaxation meets extraordinary. Whether you’re looking for luxurious hotel retreats with deluxe spa treatments or tranquil rustic settings and yoga, Canada’s natural beauty offers a picturesque backdrop. From spectacular ocean views to the magic of the Northern Lights, your personalized spa journey awaits you.
Learn more: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/canadas-best-spas
NATURE
5 National Parks to Visit This Fall
https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/5-national-parks-visit-fall
Looking for adventure and stunning scenery? Canada’s national parks promise to deliver incredible beauty with the vibrant colours of fall and unique experiences like seeing world’s highest tides.
Find more outdoor inspiration here:
https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/5-national-parks-visit-fall
ROADTRIPS
The Best Road Trips in Canada
https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/best-road-trips-in-canada
Embark on the ultimate road trip adventure in the world’s second-largest country, exploring breathtaking landscapes and cultural treasures along the way. Hitting the open road allows for a diverse range of options, from traversing the majestic Canadian Rockies with glacier peaks and turquoise lakes to embracing the crisp fall air in the mountains on a hike and maybe catching a glimpse of migratory whales. The experiences will stay with you long after the road trip ends.
Choose your own adventure:
https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/best-road-trips-in-canada
CULINARY AND WINE EXPERIENCE
While you can always find mouth-watering poutine or ketchup chips during your Canadian travels, the culinary scene extends far beyond these classics. Canada stands as a leader in fine dining and culinary delight, accompanied by a flourishing wine culture. The diverse landscape, oceans, microclimates and local farming contribute to an incredible farm-to-table experience, where locally sourced ingredients are paired perfectly with renowned Canadian wines. From culturally unique, ethnic dishes to global flavors, including many Michelin-starred restaurants, Canada offers a gastronomic journey like no other.
The best food in Canada: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/best-food-in-canada
Canada’s culinary trails: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/canada-culinary-trails
A foodie’s guide to Vancouver: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/foodies-guide-vancouver
10 things you can’t miss in Nova Scotia: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/10-best-things-in-nova-scotia
8 Canadian wine regions to visit: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/wine-anytime-8-canadian-wine-regions-visit
Wine, beer and spirits on the Good Cheer Trail: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/wine-beer-and-spirits-good-cheer-trail
Niagara: from wonders to wineries: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/niagara-wonders-wineries
WILDLIFE VIEWING, NORTHERN LIGHTS AND INDIGENOUS EXPERIENCES
Canada invites you to explore its natural wonders and connect with its rich tapestry of wildlife, celestial phenomena, and Indigenous culture. Immerse yourself in unforgettable experiences as you visit incredible places, each enriching your life with its own unique blend of adventure and cultural discovery.
Pacific wildlife viewing: grizzlies to orcas: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/pacific-wildlife-viewing-grizzlies-orcas
6 breathtaking Canadian wildlife experiences: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/6-breathtaking-canadian-wildlife-experiences
The great Canadian safari: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/great-canadian-safari
Where to see the Northern Lights in Canada: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-us/things-to-do/where-see-northern-lights-canada
Experience Indigenous culture: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/experience-indigenous-culture-in-the-city
12 ways to get closer to Indigenous cultures in Canada: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/12-ways-get-closer-indigenous-cultures-canada
Canada’s Indigenous cultural centres and heritage parks: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/indigenous-cultural-centres-and-heritage-parks
FALL COLOURS AND SCENIC VIEWS
Looking for adventure and stunning scenery? Canada’s national parks promise to deliver incredible beauty with the vibrant colours of fall and unique experiences like seeing world’s highest tides. Embark on the ultimate road trip adventure in the world’s second-largest country, exploring breathtaking landscapes and cultural treasures along the way. Hitting the open road allows for a diverse range of options, from traversing the majestic Canadian Rockies with glacier peaks and turquoise lakes to embracing the crisp fall air in the mountains on a hike and maybe catching a glimpse of migratory whales. The experiences will stay with you long after the road trip ends.
Where to see fall colours in Canada: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/fall-colours-canada
15 reasons you’ll fall for autumn in Canada’s Northwest Territories: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/fall-in-the-northwest-territories
11 ultimate fall colour lookouts in Ontario: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/11-ultimate-fall-colour-lookouts-ontario
Canadian natural wonders not far from the city: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/canadian-natural-wonders-near-the-city
5 National Parks to Visit this fall: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/5-national-parks-visit-fall
The best road trips in Canada: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/best-road-trips-in-canada
Road trip from Vancouver to Calgary: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/roadtrip-vancouver-to-calgary
Canada’s extraordinary train trips: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/canadas-extraordinary-train-trips
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Explore thrilling outdoor adventures across Canada’s stunning landscapes. With epic hikes, diverse outdoor playgrounds and opportunities to immerse yourself in Indigenous culture amidst breathtaking scenery, there’s something for everyone.
Canada’s top hikes from strolls to epic adventures: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/canadas-top-hikes-strolls-epic-adventures
An outdoor adventurer’s guide to Ontario: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/outdoor-adventurers-guide-ontario
An adventure in the Canadian Rockies: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/adventure-canadian-rockies
10 brag-worthy mountain biking adventures in British Columbia: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-gb/things-to-do/mountain-biking-adventures-british-columbia
Outdoor adventures across Indigenous Canada: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-gb/things-to-do/outdoor-adventures-indigenous-canada
Canada’s top ski runs: https://travel.destinationcanada.com/en-ca/things-to-do/best-ski-runs-canada
NEXT LEVEL – CANADA SPECIALIST
Embark on an exciting journey through Destination Canada’s Canada Specialist Program (CSP), where every click unlocks a world of expert knowledge! Dive into a vibrant learning experience that unveils the luxury secrets of Canada’s provinces and territories, providing tips on must-see as well as unique attractions and destinations.
Calling all tour operators and travel agents – our CSP platform is your go-to resource for comprehensive knowledge on Canada. It’s not just a program – it’s a passport to becoming a true Canada Specialist!
Ready to take your knowledge to the next level? The Canada Specialist Program app awaits you under « Destination Canada » in every app store or using the QR-code below. Let’s make learning about Canada as exciting as exploring its breathtaking landscapes, legendary experiences and hidden treasures! Register here: www.canadaspecialistprogram.de.
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