subject: Canada: The Perfect Gap Year Getaway! [print this page] Canada: The Perfect Gap Year Getaway! Canada: The Perfect Gap Year Getaway!
North America is one of the most popular tourist destinations, for tourists and gap year travellers alike. You'd be forgiven for thinking that North America' relates solely to the USA - New York, Chicago, LA et al; however it also encompasses one of the most beautiful countries in the world: Canada.
If you're planning a gap year and you'd like to experience magnificent scenery, a wide variety of cultures, stunning lakes and so much more, all in a single country, Canada should be your number one destination. It has history, heritage, scenery and its natives are well-known for being some of the friendliest people you'd ever hope to meet.
If you want your gap year to start out somewhere with a big city' feel without being overwhelming, Toronto has to be your first port of call. With the huge CN Tower marking its skyline along with the world-famous Sky Dome arena, and friendly locals, Toronto is one of the most popular (and clean) cities in all of North America. It also has a lot of hidden spots which only the locals know about: word has it there is a lovely waterfall somewhere in the midst of the towering skyscrapers of the financial district - can you find it?
If you feel like putting your language skills through their paces, why not have your gap year in Quebec? This French-speaking province has a rich culture and some of the most exciting night-life you'll find in Canada. Its landmark city, Montreal, is famous for its history and atmosphere, and is the perfect destination for gap year travellers!
On the West side of Canada is Vancouver - famed for its stunning city skyline set against a beautiful mountain backdrop. This fantastic city is well worth a visit just for the views! And whilst you're in that neck of the woods, why not stop by Calgary and Whistler for a spot of extreme winter sports? The entire British Columbia province of Canada is world-renowned for its dedication to sports like skiing and snowboarding - and what better way to spend some of your gap year time than tearing up the pistes under beautiful blue skies?
