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Canada is famous for its wild northern frontier and distinctive Royal Mounted Canadian Police. However, there is much, much more to this diverse country than mountains and 'mounties' and its distinct patchwork of peoples make up a unique country that is decidedly different from neighbouring America.

Canada is also famous for excellent ski resort with consistent snow conditions and absolutely breath-taking countryside. The resort of Banff is situated right at the heart of a National Park, so expect amazingly beautiful ski runs among forested mountains and ice-clear blue lakes. All this and a wonderfully relaxed après-ski scene, saloons and shops. Lake Louise is another world class ski resort covering 11 square miles and, like Banff, conditions suitable for all abilities. There is a low key après here with a few night clubs and a handful of bars and restaurants.

Its wildlife. Canada's endemic animals include the grizzly, black, brown and polar bears, beaver, buffalo, wolf, coyote, lynx, cougar, caribou, elk and moose. The maple leaf which appears on the country's flag. The sugar maple is wide spread in Canada and grows the distinctive leaves.

Canada is a country that offers the visitor the opportunity to see a county attached to America but a million miles away in character and outlook. The scenery, ski conditions and alluring culture ensure many visitors return here year after year.

Banff - 2 hours from Calgary airport
	Great for families  Boutique-style shops Excellent après ski activities ... View hotels Add to shortlist

Sunshine Village - 2 hours from Calgary airport
	Frontier-town centre of a National Park Après ski is an excellent antidote Testing skiing (for all levels) on ... View hotels Add to shortlist

Toronto - 30 minutes from Toronto airport
	World's Tallest Building  City excursions Lively, varied nightlife ... View hotels Add to shortlist