https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/ Independent travel guides, itineraries and recommendations for Canada. en-US https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/spring-in-canada/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/spring-in-canada/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT Vancouver cherry blossoms in March, Icefields Parkway snowmelt in May — spring in Canada rewards early arrivals with fewer crowds and seasonal magic. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/digital-nomad-canada/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/digital-nomad-canada/ Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Canada's costs and visa rules make nomad life trickier than Asia, but the quality of life and cities can make it worth it. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/canada-day-guide/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/canada-day-guide/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Ottawa's Parliament Hill fireworks, Vancouver's False Creek parties, and small-town celebrations across Canada — your complete Canada Day guide. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/whats-new-2026/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/whats-new-2026/ Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Canada 150+1, major sporting events, new infrastructure, and updated travel info for 2026 — all you need to plan your trip. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/indigenous-tourism-canada/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/indigenous-tourism-canada/ Sat, 15 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Haida Gwaii to Inuit Arctic to Metis Prairies: a guide to Canada's most meaningful Indigenous tourism experiences. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/canadian-food-culture/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/canadian-food-culture/ Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT Tim Hortons to poutine to regional identities: a genuine look at what Canadians eat and where to eat it well. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/fall-colors-guide/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/fall-colors-guide/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT From Quebec's maple forests to the Rockies' golden larches: Canada's best fall foliage destinations, peak timing and planning. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/avoid-crowds-rockies/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/avoid-crowds-rockies/ Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT Moraine Lake at 6am, weekday Icefields Parkway, larch season in September — practical strategies to see the Rockies without the summer crowds. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/rainy-day-activities/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/rainy-day-activities/ Sun, 18 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT Rain doesn't stop a great trip. Vancouver museums, Montreal's underground city, and the best indoor wet-weather options. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/rocky-mountaineer-2025-update/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/rocky-mountaineer-2025-update/ Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT Rocky Mountaineer 2025: updated schedules, new packages, and the return of its US route. What you need to know before booking. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/whats-new-2025/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/whats-new-2025/ Fri, 10 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT New park expansions, major festivals, updated entry requirements, and the openings worth knowing about before your 2025 Canada trip. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/ski-season-planning/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/ski-season-planning/ Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT Whistler powder to Quebec family resorts: plan your Canadian ski trip with timing, costs and logistics in one place. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/best-souvenirs/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/best-souvenirs/ Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT Skip the mass-produced keyrings. The Canadian souvenirs worth carrying home — from maple syrup grades to Indigenous art and quality outdoor gear. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/lake-superior-vs-ontario/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/lake-superior-vs-ontario/ Fri, 22 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Two Great Lakes, two personalities: Superior's wild shores vs Ontario's urban edge — which one for your Canadian lake trip? https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/anne-of-green-gables-pei/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/anne-of-green-gables-pei/ Fri, 12 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Follow Lucy Maud Montgomery's footsteps across PEI: Green Gables farmhouse, Cavendish beaches, and the real places in the novels. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/moraine-lake-guide/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/moraine-lake-guide/ Mon, 10 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT The complete guide to Moraine Lake in Banff — how to access it without a car, the best time to visit, top hikes, and what to expect in peak season. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/budget-tips/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/budget-tips/ Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT 30 tested tips to cut costs without missing out — from free hiking passes to the best cheap eats in Canadian cities, with honest advice on where to save. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/autumn-in-canada/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/autumn-in-canada/ Sat, 01 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT Autumn transforms Canada from beautiful to breathtaking. Here's why September and October are the best months to visit, and where to see the colours. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/via-rail-best-transport/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/via-rail-best-transport/ Fri, 12 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT An honest look at VIA Rail — what The Canadian train journey is really like, the costs, the classes, and when the train beats flying across Canada. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/solo-travel-canada/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/solo-travel-canada/ Mon, 30 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT A personal account of travelling Canada alone — the highlights, the unexpected challenges, and what makes Canada one of the best countries for solo travel. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/best-photography-spots/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/best-photography-spots/ Mon, 14 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT Canada's most photogenic locations — from Moraine Lake at dawn to the coloured houses of St John's — with tips on timing, light, and access. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/christmas-markets/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/christmas-markets/ Fri, 05 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT The best Christmas markets across Canada — from Quebec City's magical old-town market to Vancouver's European-style village — with dates and tips. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/cabot-trail-scenic-drive/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/cabot-trail-scenic-drive/ Tue, 25 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT Everything you need to know about driving the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton — direction, stops, hikes, and the best time of year to go. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/churchill-polar-bears-experience/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/churchill-polar-bears-experience/ Wed, 10 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT A first-hand account of visiting Churchill, Manitoba for polar bear season — the tundra vehicles, the bears, the cold, and whether it's worth the cost. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/weekend-in-banff/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/weekend-in-banff/ Wed, 30 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT How to spend 3 days in Banff: lakes, hikes, hot springs, and wildlife without the stress of figuring it all out yourself. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/canadian-road-trip/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/canadian-road-trip/ Sat, 20 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT Canada was built for road trips. Our guide to the country's best driving routes, what to pack, and how to make the most of the open road. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/hidden-gems/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/hidden-gems/ Fri, 14 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT Canada's best-kept secrets: lesser-known destinations that reward travellers willing to go beyond Banff, Niagara, and the obvious choices. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/is-canada-expensive/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/is-canada-expensive/ Sun, 10 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT A real breakdown of what Canada costs: accommodation, food, transport, and activities across budget, mid-range, and splurge levels. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/things-i-wish-i-knew/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/things-i-wish-i-knew/ Mon, 22 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT Honest lessons from first-time mistakes: distances, tipping, wildlife, and what Canada's tourist brochures never quite prepare you for. https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/canada-next-big-trip/ https://www.canada-spirit.com/blog/canada-next-big-trip/ Fri, 15 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT From the Rockies to the Atlantic coast, here's why Canada earns its place at the top of every serious traveller's bucket list.