Canada Travel Stories

Jun 14, 2024 • 8 min read

Lonely Planet Destination Editor Melissa Yeager traveled by train through the Canadian Rockies. Here are her tips for anyone planning a similar trip.

May 18, 2024 • 9 min read

Experience Canada's national parks with our guide to the very best.

May 7, 2024 • 8 min read

With great difficulty, we’re narrowed down a list of the 12 can’t-miss experiences in Canada, from the Northwest Territories to Newfoundland.

Apr 29, 2024 • 5 min read

From outdoor summer excursions to spring festivals to winter fun, Canada merits a visit in any season. Here’s your full guide.

Apr 15, 2024 • 11 min read

The best way to take in Canada’s awe-inspiring landscapes? On your own two feet. Consider starting with these 16 hiking trails all over the country.

Apr 13, 2024 • 7 min read

Crossing Canada’s vastness might seem like a daunting challenge – and it can be. Our guide to getting around the country will help.

Apr 12, 2024 • 8 min read

Experience some of Canada's epic scenery with these fantastic driving routes.

Apr 12, 2024 • 6 min read

Canada abounds with pleasures – which, unfortunately, don’t come cheap. Here are a few ways to explore the country without breaking the bank.

Apr 11, 2024 • 6 min read

First-time visitors will benefit from these tips on planning, etiquette and health and safety as they plan their trips to Canada.

Mar 19, 2024 • 6 min read

Canada is vast. Narrow down where to go with this guide to locals' favorite vacation spots.

Jan 22, 2024 • 6 min read

From sandy stretches along alpine lakes to urban sands, these are Canada’s best beaches.

Nov 9, 2023 • 6 min read

Take an overnight train on Canada’s railways to see some of the country's most spectacular scenery. These are our favorite routes.

Oct 25, 2023 • 5 min read

A recent swimming, canoeing and hiking trip to Canada's Algonquin Provincial Park left Lonely Planet writer Isabella Noble feeling refreshed.

Feb 2, 2023 • 10 min read

We asked our readers to nominate their favorite small businesses. Now we're highlighting some of our favorites.

Jan 21, 2023 • 4 min read

Many travelers to Canada need a visa or Electronic Travel Authorization to visit. Here's a quick guide to the visa requirements for Canada.

Dec 7, 2022 • 10 min read

Canada offers an abundance of wide open spaces and bustling metropolitan areas that are sure to surprise and delight the kids who visit - and their parents.

Oct 9, 2022 • 5 min read

From fresh seafood to sweet treats and, of course, all things maple, here’s what to eat and drink in Canada.

Sep 6, 2022 • 7 min read

From dogsledding to surfing to ice-climbing, this list of outdoor experiences in Canada has something for every kind of adventurer.

Sep 1, 2022 • 7 min read

From the stunning Moraine Lake to the popular Niagara Falls, here are Canada's best natural wonders.

Aug 27, 2022 • 7 min read

Canada’s varied landscapes offer dozens of wildlife adventures that are bound to leave you in awe. 

Aug 22, 2022 • 6 min read

Eating poutine is a quintessential part of the Canadian experience. Here's where to find the very best portions of poutine in Canada.

Jul 14, 2022 • 4 min read

Each summer, millions trek through the gates of national parks – but that doesn’t mean it’s the best time to go.