Luxury Canada holidays
The image of fir trees reflecting perfectly into glassy lakes while snow-capped mountains wrap on all sides; Canada’s all-encompassing landscapes act as a humble reminder that the best adventures defy explanation.
The image of fir trees reflecting perfectly into glassy lakes while snow-capped mountains wrap on all sides; Canada’s all-encompassing landscapes act as a humble reminder that the best adventures defy explanation.
A go-to expert in the great outdoors, you’d be hard-pressed to find an Achilles' heel in the sheer scale of Canada’s low-to-high-octane activities. And while seemingly living behind its untouched façade of the rambunctious Canadian Rockies and gregarious Blue Mountains that’ve got all the naturephiles covered; only the wild at heart will know its true ability to cast concerns away. Relinquishing control with everything from heli-skiing to drifting between a host of lake-side activities, there’s likely to be curious onlookers of grizzly bears and bison watching close by.
And because it doesn’t all need to stay at the peaks of adrenaline, the cities stay connected to it all with an understated human side. Adding a mishmash of discoveries in the form of food (Vancouver), arts (Montreal) and everything from beer and beaches in between (Toronto), the indigenous history that weaves throughout brings the depths of human connection full circle.
In pursuit of…
…nature’s medicine
Outdoorsy households have it best here, with all ages getting their hands dirty. And because outstanding nature is a given, the best way to mix things up is by experiencing the great outdoors from different perspectives. For tree monkeys with a head for heights, there’s a great view at the top of a 250-year-old Sitka fir tree, while a rappel back down to earth brings more excitement of the old way of things, floating among glaciers and snow-capped mountains canoe-style. All with the added challenge of staying wide-eyed for wildlife, from whale-watching to catching the salmon run.
A rappel back down to earth brings more excitement of the old way of things, floating among glaciers and snow-capped mountains canoe-style.
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A sense of place
Get to know our favourite spots in Canada, from the scenic and cultural delights of British Columbia to the sublime nesting place of Ontario.
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British Columbia
ExploreA province of dramatic coastlines, ancient forests and alpine escapes, British Columbia offers a seamless blend of wilderness adventure and refined luxury.
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Alberta
ExploreA land of towering peaks and turquoise lakes – Alberta offers a timeless escape into Canada’s wild beauty, with luxury woven into every mountain moment.
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Ontario
ExploreA province of cosmopolitan flair and natural beauty – Ontario offers a sophisticated escape where culture, cuisine and comfort come together in perfect harmony.
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Quebec
ExploreA province where European elegance meets North American charm – Quebec offers a cultured escape steeped in history, gastronomy and refined hospitality.
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Newfoundland & Labrador
ExploreA remote and rugged corner of Canada – Newfoundland & Labrador offers soulful solitude, dramatic landscapes and a deeply authentic luxury experience.
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Its essence...
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Passages from a journal A week in Canada
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Sitting with a glass of wine in the hotel bar in Vancouver, taking in the blissful scenery on our first-night stay. We thought it was just needed to wind down before the adventures begin; and I must admit, it’s very fitting ahead of our scandalous prohibition tour tomorrow. We can’t wait to hear all the stories about Canada’s very own Al Capone.
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12:18pm
A bucket list trip on board the Rocky Mountaineer today, travelling from Vancouver over to Jasper. There’s nothing like experiencing the glacier-clad mountains and strikingly blue rivers with a bit of GoldLeaf service on the side. We’re already feeling a little spoiled for choice when it comes to lunch.
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4pm
It’s our second day in Jasper National Park today, so we’re heading out on a helicopter tour to get a bird’s eye view of the Icefields. Everything feels so vast around here, we can’t help but feel like we’re getting the nature-detox we’ve long needed. That, and there’s a spa treatment booked in for later.
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10:03am
Just arrived at our next stop in Lake Louise in the heart of Banff National Park. Just being near the water alone feels magical, so we’ve booked ourselves in for some canoeing and horse-riding activities over the next couple of days. Topped off with a gondola ride up to Mount Whitehorn, we’ll have more than enough pictures of the incredible scenery to share back home.
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3:10pm
We’re currently sat overlooking a 360-degree view of the six mountain ranges surrounding Banff’s National Park, and we really think this snapshot might just be the one. We’ve learnt all about the people and the wildlife that coincide here and who could blame them; it’s just simply breath-taking. Now we’re off to play a round of golf.
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7pm
Into the Wild Wild West at Calgary. You wouldn’t quite believe it, but this historic town is one of the best we’ve experienced for their arts and food scenes. We’ve sampled farm-to-fork food and visited a performing arts festival. And with the Rockies nearby, it’s nice to feel like nature is never too far away.
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Travel with a conscience
From endangered ecosystems to local communities – let’s get serious about sustainability…
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Travel with sovereign-style treatment
If anyone is known for travelling in style, it’s our Royal Family. We thought we’d take some inspiration from the set of royal travel trendsetters and search our well-curated address book for the most regal of residences – from real-life palaces to private retreats.
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Design intervention
Allow yourself to be transported to new worlds with design-led hotels created with an elevated experience in mind. We explore the philosophies behind these spaces that have been built to enhance and transform your outlook on life.
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True grit
When do we ever feel truly confronted by nature? We’re never far from traffic, people, phones or planes overhead. That is, until you reach the west coast of Canada. Land, sea and sky are delivered in their rawest form, occupied only by bears, whales and orcas. And you. This is a place that puts the outside world on mute, replacing it with the wilderness in its purest form.
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Looking up, looking out
Standing at the foot of a colossal mountain or volcanic island can inspire awe and challenge our understanding of the world. We find the places that turn the gaze outward and upward, removing the focus from you to something bigger, something transformative...
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Explore North America
There’s no sitting still in North America; in fact, it could turn the most docile of travellers into get-up-and-goers. But depending on where you end up, there’s a different definition of high-octane.
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United States of America
ExploreA medley of thrill-seeking moments from land, air and sea, the terrain of the USA may change from state to state, but the enchantment of the American dream is eternal.
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Canada ski holidays
ExploreFor the aficionados who have refined their bucket list and families seeking bundles of wintery fun, Canada rolls out its ice-dusted carpet of iconic resorts and high-octane experiences that are often the envy of all.
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North America
USA ski holidays
ExploreBig, bold, and outrageously beguiling, skiing in the USA is a superlative in itself; but with ‘champagne’ powder snow, seriously scaled-up landscapes, and a handful of Wild West traditional towns, we believe it’s for all the right reasons.
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