Travel Stories

• wildlife and nature

• national parks

4 min read • Jul 14, 2022

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

• family holidays

• family travel

10 min read • Jun 26, 2022

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, too.

• beaches coasts and islands

• beaches

7 min read • Apr 20, 2022

From sandy stretches along alpine lakes to light-house studded coasts, these are Canada's best beaches.

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• destination practicalities

6 min read • Feb 23, 2022

Although primarily a summer destination, Canada has a lot to offer travelers every time of the year. Here's our guide on when to visit.

• adventure travel

• backpacking

8 min read • Dec 23, 2021

Looking to travel this winter and stay outdoors as much as possible? Here's our greatest of the great outdoors.

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• tips and advice

8 min read • Oct 14, 2021

Hulking mountains, country-sized lakes, an Arctic archipelago and even a desert, Canada has it all. Here's where to visit.

• adventure travel

• hiking

5 min read • Oct 8, 2021

Sky-high mountains, pristine lakes and spectral forests provide the backdrop for plenty of “ah”-inspiring moments on Canada's top hiking trails.

• adventure travel

• wildlife and nature

5 min read • Sep 28, 2021

Skiing in North America is all about swooping runs and some of the fluffiest snow on the planet. Here's where to go.

• adventure travel

• wildlife and nature

7 min read • Sep 6, 2021

Spanning six time zones, three oceans and the world's longest coastline (at 125,567 miles), Canada is one heck of a big country, and it’s filled to the…

• explore

• tips and advice

2 min read • Apr 22, 2021

Many travelers to Canada will need a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization to visit, so make sure you know the requirements before you go.

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• public transport

6 min read • Apr 19, 2021

While there’s plenty to see, navigating the world’s second-largest country can be tricky. Here's our guide to getting around Canada.

• wildlife and nature

• national parks

8 min read • Mar 26, 2021

Some of the world’s oldest, best managed, and biodiverse national parks reside north of the 49th parallel collected under the umbrella of Parks Canada, a growing network of nearly 50 parks inaugurated in 1911.

• art and culture

• art

7 min read • Nov 19, 2020

Canada has many celebrated writers, and lots of quirky bookstores. This literary-themed itinerary takes you to the best of Canada's book scene.

• adventure travel

• travel gear and tech

7 min read • Sep 23, 2020

Capturing the aurora borealis on camera isn't easy. Photographer Robert Annis shares his tips for getting a good photo.

• road trips

• sports

6 min read • Sep 16, 2020

Driving is a tempting way to explore this spectacular country.

• wildlife and nature

• national parks

6 min read • Sep 3, 2020

From the stunning Moraine Lake to the popular Niagara Falls to the white-capped Rockies, Canada's natural wonders is what make's the country special.

• road trips

• wildlife and nature

5 min read • Jul 22, 2020

From desert to coast, here are some of the most beautiful drives in the Americas to inspire your next road trip.

• adventure travel

• explore

6 min read • Jun 25, 2020

A Lonely Planet guidebook writer explores close to home in British Colombia to see how things have changed during the pandemic.

• adventure travel

• luxury travel

8 min read • Jun 23, 2020

Fresh off the back of researching their new guide to glamping, Comfortably Wild, Mike and Anne Howard have some things to say about the outdoorsy travel trend. Here are their favorite glamping spots in North America under $150.

• wildlife and nature

5 min read • Feb 21, 2020

Lots of people know of the polar bear experiences in Churchill. But further north you can see them even closer.

• adventure travel

• sports

5 min read • Jan 22, 2020

Canada is synonymous with canoes. These open boats shaped the nation's history, and now they allow modern-day adventurers to explore remote and wild areas.

• explore

4 min read • Jan 17, 2020

Harry and Meghan, if you are listening, here are seven of the best places in Canada to kick back and fade out of the limelight.