Canada
February Holidays

Canada’s youth certainly doesn’t detract from its Eden-esque beauty and fascinating culture, from the bustling streets of Vancouver and Toronto to the breath-taking Canadian Rockies. There is much to be appreciated here and the wintertime festivities that Canada February holidays offer have something for all keen and curious explorers, especially those seeking adventure. There’s dog sledding, Northern Lights chasing and skiing runs on powdery snow, not to mention countless cities and towns to explore, scattered across the vast and chilly planes.

Escape to Vancouver

While there’s no denying that the height of winter is particularly cold in the majority of the Canadian cities, there is one that stays more moderate; Vancouver. It’s a great spot for those after a milder holiday, with a steady stream of wintery fun and festivals awaiting. There’s something happening in every corner, from Gastown all the way to the marine front. Plus, hungry travellers and food enthusiasts are in luck, as they can dine out Vancouver Festival style. If you’re visiting with your other half, spend your time here walking hand in hand through the countless galleries and museums, as you fall in love with the city (and each other) on Valentine's Day.

Ski, Sled and More

Of course, it isn’t just Vancouver that’s worth the visit, as a quick two-hour journey inland to Whistler will supply mounds of snow and a skier's paradise, with dreamy locations like Banff and Canmore (both in Alberta) offering visitors this in abundance. Meanwhile, in Quebec, you can enjoy French-infused culture, with quaint alpine villages, long runs with spectacular scenery as the backdrop and lashings of gravy and cheese curd coated fries better known as poutine to warm the stomach and quell any rumblings.

Discover Ottawa

Nestled in the east of southern Ontario is Canada’s capital, Ottawa, home to opulent Victorian architecture and the park-lined Rideau Canal that swaps summer boats for ice skaters in winter. It’s a destination that’s celebrates the colder season in style, with its own annual winter festival; Winterlude. Join the Ottawans in a three-week long February celebration that’s sure to boot any seasonal sadness into the long grass. There’s food, music, ice sculptures, street performers, shows and more to keep you feeling warm and festive.

Explore Toronto

Make a pilgrimage to the Canadian mecca of great food and craft beer; Toronto . This cosmopolitan hub has hidden bars with live music for those frosty evenings, graffiti-lined streets to wander and the beautiful Algonquin Park lying on the outskirts where you can dogsled your way through the snow-covered prairies and bask in the great outdoors.

See it all on a Winter Rail Adventure

With so many Canadian gems to experience, why not take the hassle out of trying to see it all and instead opt for a slower pace. Sit back, relax and soak up the magnificent Canadian sights on a train trip aboard the Rocky Mountaineer. Spot Vancouver, Calgary, the Rockies and Banff as you meander slowly past on the trip of a lifetime. Or, on the other side of the country, use VIA Rail to travel from Montreal all the way through Quebec for a whopping 836-mile trip that ends in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

However you choose to spend your Canada February holidays, we can help tailor the entire experience to ensure you see, do and enjoy all that this magnificent destination has to offer.