Fairmont Banff Springs
Your Guide to Canada's Winter Magic
If there’s one season Canadians do right, it’s winter. And there’s so much more beyond the Champagne powder Canada’s Western mountains are famous for.
Early in the season – head to the frontier town of Churchill, Manitoba for polar bear watching in October. Specially built “tundra buggies” allow visitors to get close and stay safe, then relax over drinks by the fire in a remote luxury lodge.
Frontiers North Adventures | Yukon Quest
One of the North’s most thrilling winter festivals is Yukon Quest – the 1,000 mile dog sled race from Fairbanks, Alaska to Whitehorse, Yukon. Watch the mushers take off from Fairbanks or arrive in the Yukon capital. Then book your own dog sled dash through the woods with an expert crew – consider a nighttime ride to experience the brilliant starry sky.
Banff, Travel Alberta | Whistler Blackcomb, Four Seasons Whistler
In Whistler, world-class skiing and snowboarding await at Whistler Blackcomb, one of North America's largest ski resorts. With over 8,100 acres of skiable terrain, 200+ marked runs, 16 alpine bowls, and three glaciers, it's a paradise for winter sports lovers. After a day on the slopes, unwind in the pedestrian-only Whistler Village, known for its vibrant aprés-ski scene, gourmet restaurants, and luxury accommodations.
Don’t forget the East: Quebec City is the country’s most scenic provincial capital with its 17th-century fortifications. The Quebecois reputation for fine food is well deserved (even the poutine is better here) and all ages must try the city’s enormous, 19th-century wooden toboggan run right outside the Château Frontenac – you’ve never had this much fun with your toque on.
Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, Québec | Fairmont Château, Lake Louise
For a quintessential Canadian winter experience, visit Lake Louise in Banff National Park. Glide across the frozen lake on ice skates, surrounded by snow-capped peaks and glaciers, or enjoy the luxurious amenities of the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. With activities ranging from cross-country skiing to horse-drawn sleigh rides, Lake Louise offers a magical winter wonderland for all to enjoy.
Book early for Canada’s best winter wonderland experiences.
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