Travel Packages for 5 Cities of Canada to Spend Christmas With the Family

Travel Packages for 5 Cities of Canada to Spend Christmas With the Family

If you're looking for a festive destination for the holidays, you should consider one of Canada's westernmost cities. These winter wonderlands include Saskatoon, Yellowknife and Edmonton. If you're planning a visit with your family, there are many things to do in each of these cities.

Edmonton's West End is a winter wonderland

• Winter in Edmonton is a magical experience, and the city is alive with festive lights. The downtown Ice District offers some of the city's best dining and entertainment options. Whether you're looking for an indoor game or a unique experience, the West End has something to offer everyone.
  
  Winter Wonder Forest - Set in seven acres of enchanting light displays, this holiday attraction has something for everyone. Activities range from a holiday express ride to a horse-drawn sleigh ride. You can also meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, eat baked goods and even enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride. The event benefits the True Start Foundation and runs from November 19 to January 9, 2019.
  
  Art Gallery of Alberta - Located in the Parkland County, the Art Gallery of Alberta is an excellent center for visual arts in Western Canada. In December, the Art Gallery of Alberta hosts the Winter Wonder Forest, a winter wonderland featuring ice sculptures, lights, and a music show. Tickets for the event can be purchased in advance online.
  
  Edmonton Valley Zoo - The Edmonton Valley Zoo features more than 350 animals and is open year-round. You can view animals from around the world in both indoor and outdoor enclosures. Several species of animals are housed here, including red pandas, snow leopards, prairie dogs, and reindeer.
  
  Yellowknife's West End is a winter wonderland
  The city of Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, is a charming place to visit in the wintertime. The lakes and rivers freeze over, making it easy to walk on and skate in. There are many activities to enjoy on the frozen water, from watching the Northern Lights to ice fishing.
  
  Visitors should prepare for cold weather by wearing warm clothes and hats. The temperatures in Yellowknife are often in the minus tens and even the negative tens. To keep warm, you should wear a thermal jacket, a parka, woolen socks, handwarmers, and thermal underwear.
  
  There are many things to do in Yellowknife. The 7-kilometer loop trail is a local favorite, and you can see the local forest animals and birds while walking on the paved pathways. For more outdoor activities, check out the Yellowknife Golf Club, which is located on the Canadian Pre-Cambrian Shield and famous for the Midnight Sun Golf tournament.
  
  While Yellowknife's climate is mild, temperatures can drop to -40 degrees Celsius during the winter. Ice fishing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling are popular activities, and you can even see the Aurora Borealis in the skies above. You can also visit Snow Castle, and enjoy scenic walks along Frame Lake.
  
  The Ingraham Trail is a recreational and industrial highway. It links three diamond mines about 300 km to the northeast of the city. The road also passes through Yellowknife's cottage country, with the bulk of cabins located between Cassidy Point and Prelude Lake Territorial Park. The ice road is usually four to five feet deep, so driving it is an experience worth remembering.
  
  

Quebec City is a winter wonderland

If you're looking for a winter wonderland to spend the holidays with the family, Quebec City is the place to go. The city comes alive during the Christmas season, when its historic buildings and cobblestone streets sparkle with holiday lights. This enchanting city is also one of the best places to celebrate Christmas in Canada, with plenty of Christmas markets, nativity scenes, and Christmas parades.

For a taste of Christmas spirit, visit the Chateau Frontenac. This iconic building sits on a cliff above the Lower City, overlooking the Saint Lawrence River. You can even catch a glimpse of ghostly spirits wandering around the hotel. One of these is the spirit of a sweetheart who never returned. Another ghost roams the halls, looking for a masked pirate.

There are two Christmas markets to enjoy in the city during the holiday season. During the month of December, the Old Port Market and the German Christmas Market will be set up. These markets are decorated with Christmas decorations and other special items. You can even buy Christmas gifts from local craftspeople.

If you're visiting Quebec City during the holiday season, be sure to bring warm clothes for the cold weather. The temperatures will hover around the low 20s during the day and drop into the teens at night. However, with proper layering, you'll be comfortable spending all day outdoors.

Saskatoon is a winter wonderland

• If you're looking for a fun winter getaway in Canada, then you'll want to visit Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The city is very active during the winter months, and there are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy. It's a great place to go skiing or snowboarding, or take part in soft adventure sports. It's also home to a variety of funky shops and restaurants.
  
  Winter in Saskatoon can be long and cold, so you'll want to pack plenty of layers. This city is also home to the largest museum in Saskatchewan. The Western Development Museum showcases the history of the city's growth and development, including the introduction of railways and industrialization. It's open Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00am to 5pm. The museum is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, and on Christmas and New Year's Day.
  
  The Western Development Museum is one of four museums in Saskatoon, and documents pioneer life. It also features an interior recreation of Boom Town's main street, as well as an original building relocated from its original site. Outside of the city, there's also the Saskatchewan Railway Museum, where you can explore the history of railroads in Canada.
  
  Those looking for a family-friendly activity in the winter months can spend their time skating in the Meewasin Skating Rink, located near the Delta Hotel by Marriott Bessborough. The rink offers donation skate rentals, a warm-up building, and river views. There's also a skating rink in Kiwanis Memorial Park, which is open to the public for free.
  
  

Ottawa is a winter wonderland

• Travelling to Ottawa during the winter is a fantastic experience, with its many attractions and winter events. The beautiful Rideau Canal transforms into a winter wonderland, complete with maple syrup taffy on snow angels. Visitors can also view the ice sculptures along Sparks Street. These sculptures are especially stunning when lit up at night.
  
  The city is also home to the Ottawa Wildlife Park, which is one of the top winter activities in the city. The park offers many activities, such as canoe building and watching birds of prey. A wolf presentation is held every day, and the park also offers pony rides.
  
  The city is a two-hour drive from Montreal. The Canada Capital Region is home to a vibrant and unique culture, making it a perfect location to visit during the winter months. If you're not sure what to do while visiting the city, the Government of Canada provides a list of events and activities you can take part in. It also maintains social media accounts where you can find more information on Ottawa winter activities.
  
  The city is also home to the Winterlude festival, which takes place every February and lasts for three weekends. This winter festival features ice sculptures on Parliament Hill, and a skateboard park called the Rideau Canal Skateway is another highlight of the Winterlude festival. These winter activities showcase Canada's cultural, artistic, and culinary diversity. They are also a great way to connect with local Indigenous culture. Most of these events are free of charge and take place in the city's urban areas.