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<\/a>#1 VANCOUVER<\/strong> <\/p>\n #2 QUEBEC CITY<\/strong> <\/p>\n #3 MONTREAL, QUEBEC<\/strong> <\/p>\n #4 VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA<\/strong> <\/p>\n #5 TORONTO, ONTARIO<\/strong> <\/p>\n #6 NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, ONTARIO<\/strong> <\/p>\n #7 WHISTLER, BRITISH COLUMBIA<\/strong> <\/p>\n #8 TOFINO, BRITISH COLUMBIA<\/strong>
\nVancouver is a sprawling city where nature and metropolis meet. You will never run out of things to do and explore in Vancouver \u2013 from shopping to dining to mastering the art of doing nothing just by sitting in one of its numerous grand parks. For a hint of nostalgia, hit Gastown, the historic section of Vancouver where old timey pubs will transport you back in time with a pint in hand.<\/p>\n<\/a>
\nWhen visiting the old city of Quebec, there are three things you must remember and try for yourself: Explore the Citadel; visit the Frontenac Castle and \u2013 if you\u2019re willing to splurge \u2013 have tea at Chateau Frontenac; and eat authentic poutine \u2013 a delectable medley of french fries, gravy, and cheese curds.<\/p>\n<\/a>
\nBrush up on your French and go to Montreal to immerse yourself in some French-Canadian culture. Spend your summer Qu\u00e9b\u00e9cois style and take a tour of this grand city. Start with Basilique Notre-Dame and make your way to the Plateau Mont-Royal district to enjoy its quaint boutiques and caf\u00e9s. A must-try in Montreal according to the reviewers at TripAdvisor is poutine (surprise surprise) at Olympic Park.<\/p>\n<\/a>
\nIt\u2019s all in the name. Named after Queen Victoria of England, this city screams \u201cBritish!\u201d with its tearooms and antique shops and art galleries. With the recent shift in its generation, more young people have somehow influenced the city of Victoria, making way for more hip and happening spots like coffee shops and bars. Rent a bike, and have a great roll enjoying its scenic landscape.<\/p>\n<\/a>
\nOne TripAdvisor reviewer described Toronto as “New York City run by the Swiss” and perhaps it\u2019s true. The city boasts of world-class and state-of-the-art theaters, shopping centers, and numerous restaurants. Do not forget to visit the tallest freestanding structure in the Western Hemisphere, the CN Tower.<\/p>\n<\/a>
\nWhere the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario is also the place where you can find a perfectly preserved 19th century village. Dubbed as \u201cCanada\u2019s Wine Country,\u201d Niagara-on-the-lake take you back in time in just one afternoon (or more, it\u2019s up to you). Take a tour of the Fort George National Historic Site, rent a horse or a bike and ride to the Niagara Escarpment, or for the more intrepid in spirit: rent a boat for a white-water encounter to Niagara Falls.<\/p>\n<\/a>
\nNot a fan of the summer heat? Head to the stunning ice-capped landscapes of Whistler in British Columbia. You can enjoy winter activities all-year-round like skiing, snowboarding, or even snowball fights. No cars are allowed in a certain area of this resort city, so you can stroll leisurely anywhere and everywhere. Aside from outdoor activities, visitors can also book spa treatments in the resort, as well as enjoy the fare Whistler has to offer in its award-winning hotels and restaurants.<\/p>\n<\/a>
\nWant to surf but no time (or budget) to go all the way to California? Tofino is a closer \u2013 and maybe even better \u2013 alternative. Called the \u201cTree Loving Capital of the World,\u201d Tofino is the perfect place to spend summer (especially if you don\u2019t mind the crowd) and go surfing Canadian-style.<\/p>\n