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Canada tops The New York Times’ list of top 2017 travel destinations because it’s “a world unto itself, with
cosmopolitan cities, barely explored natural wonders and everything in between,” states the newspaper—and because the country is celebrating the 150th anniversary of Confederation, there are even more reasons to visit. Put these on your itinerary:
Take a tour in Churchill, Manitoba, one of the few human settlements where you can observe polar bears in the wild—and sometimes see them strolling down the main street.
Visit one of Canada’s 46 magnifi- cent national parks. Parks Canada has waived Discovery Pass fees all year, whether you hike in Gros Morne Na- tional Park in Newfoundland and Lab-
rador or the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve on Vancouver Island.
Take a train ride through the Rockies. The domed floor-to-ceiling windows offer breathtaking views as the Rocky Mountaineer winds from Vancouver to Jasper.
Spend a few nights in old Mon- treal, where Europe meets North America, and enjoy spectacular res- taurants, unrivalled shopping and a rich and distinct culture.
Celebrate Canada Day on July 1
in Ottawa, the nation’s capital, for
a weekend of special events, guest performances and—of course—a gasp- out-loud fireworks display.
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Photo: © Parks Canada