Travel Planner – Urban Guides Canada

Getting Around Montreal

Sat, 01 Dec 2018 14:00:42 +0000

Once you know the different ways of getting around Montréal, exploring the city is fairly easy and straightforward. Montréal is often known as the art and culture capital of Canada, blending both historic and trendy emerging neighbourhoods with tons of festivals, shows, exhibitions and cultural events, a really creative food scene, and plenty of fun […]

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14 Reasons Why You Should Go On A Canada Road Trip With Our Editor

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 04:27:11 +0000

If you have not taken a road trip in Canada, I highly recommend doing so as soon as possible. It doesn’t need to be a long one; an overnighter is a good start. I should warn you though, going on a road trip can be an addictive endeavour. A Canada road trip, especially. From the […]

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Riding The Aquabus In Vancouver Is A Must!

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 14:51:43 +0000

Have you experienced the joys of riding on an Aquabus in Vancouver? If you have not, then you should definitely try it the next time you’re in Vancouver (more articles here). False Creek is a hub of activity in downtown Vancouver; sailboats, SUP boarders, kayaks and the occasional otters add a layer of zen to this beautiful […]

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Must Do: Ride the Quebec-Levis Ferry

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 00:18:12 +0000

Quebec City should be appreciated from every angle possible, which means you should probably make time to ride the Quebec-Levis ferry. Used by both Quebec City and Levis locals, the Quebec-Levis ferry is a local commuter ferry which crosses the Saint-Lawrence River on a daily basis. It is also one of the top attractions in Quebec […]

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Guide: How to Travel from Newfoundland to Vancouver

Wed, 27 Jun 2018 01:49:00 +0000

Travelling across Canada from East to West (or vice-versa) is a dream trip for many Canadians, as well as those visiting Canada from abroad. Who can blame them? Canada is drop-dead gorgeous, has delicious food, friendly locals, and an interesting mix of cultures. One of the best ways to immerse yourself into all things Canadian […]

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10 Places To Stop On Your Next Canadian Road Trip

Tue, 15 May 2018 13:00:23 +0000

As the second biggest country on Earth, Canada is the perfect place for an extended road trip. With highways spanning coast to coast to coast, you can literally drive to three oceans while passing through 12 provinces and territories. We did this last year during a 150-day road trip across the country called Canada’s Road […]

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The One Book Everyone Should Buy For Their Trip to Canada

Wed, 13 Dec 2017 01:45:57 +0000

Whether you are planning to travel around Canada or visiting a single province, Canada –– the Great White North, the land of maple syrup and poutine and Justin Trudeau –– will welcome you with open arms. It is here that you can experience majestic rocky mountains, grassy plains, slightly chilly ocean waters and ethnicities from […]

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Everything You Should Pack for a Winter Trip to Québec City

Thu, 02 Nov 2017 21:54:30 +0000

Yay! The first snow has fallen upon the streets of Québec City, and while we do not know if it will melt before the next snowfall, we are beyond excited for the start of winter. Cue the wintery holiday music – Boney M’s Feliz Navidad is playing now, it is like a warm childhood bear […]

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A Beginners Guide to Quebec City

Fri, 22 Sep 2017 13:00:52 +0000

The oldest city in Canada, Quebec City was originally known as New France, a settlement established by cartographer and explorer, Samuel de Champlain in 1608 — long before the British showed up, throwing their weight around like they owned the place. Of course, the British eventually won possession of Quebec City, and New France, and […]

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Travelling On VIA Rail’s Canadian Line

Wed, 09 Aug 2017 14:42:37 +0000

Quite possibly the most popular line with VIA Rail, the Canadian line runs from Toronto to Vancouver and takes passengers through picturesque northern Ontario, across the Canadian prairies, and snaking around the Canadian Rockies. It’s a dream trip across Canada and one that many Canadians think they need to wait until after they retire to […]

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