Canada Holiday Experiences
Canada holiday here you come! You’ve heard wonderful things about this country and its great outdoors – and it’s time you experienced it first-hand.
With so many exciting destinations and activities on offer, you’re going to have to make some decisions – like what kind of Canada holiday you want to experience. Lucky for you, Sun Peaks Resort in beautiful British Columbia combines a number of top Canada holiday experiences, whether it's skiing, biking, hiking or golfing!
Canada is home to almost 100 mountains, many of which are skiable! The most mountainous terrain and over 55 ski resorts exists in the western provinces of British Columbia and Alberta.Beyond world-class skiing, larger ski resorts feature lively village atmospheres and tons of non-skiing activities as well. And there’s no need to sacrifice comfort and convenience for your winter wonderland adventure; top-notch dining, shopping and accommodation is abundant.
Spotlight on Sun Peaks Resort
When the lifts have stopped running for the day, relax in comfortable accommodations (many with hot tubs) and enjoy a great meal. Sun Peaks features over 20 restaurants, ranging from casual to fine dining.
Want to take a break from the slopes? Try snow tubing, ice skating, dogsledding, sleigh rides and more. Your winter Canada holiday to Sun Peaks will be one to remember and definitely repeat!
Planning your Canada holiday in the summer? Visit a ski resort!It may sounds strange, but many ski resorts switch gears when the snow melts. Experience breath-taking views under reliably sunny skies whether you choose lift-accessed hiking or the more extreme sport of downhill mountain biking.
Canadian ski hills offering lift-accessed hiking and/or mountain biking include:
| BC | Alberta | Ontario | Quebec |
| Whistler Blackcomb | Canada Olympic Park | Blue Mountain | Mont Sainte-Anne |
| Sun Peaks | Rabbit Hill | Bromont | |
| Panorama | Camp Fortune | ||
| Fernie | Mont Tremblant (hiking only) | ||
| Kicking Horse | |||
| Silver Star | |||
| Hemlock Valley | |||
| Mount Washington |
Spotlight on Sun Peaks Resort
The Sun Peaks BC mountain biking offers 29 trails, a full-service bike shop and rentals for those without their own set of wheels. Looking to improve your ride or get started safely in the sport? Sign up for a bike camp and learn from a pro.
Prefer to make tracks on the mountain with just your own two feet? Discover BC hiking trails amongst the alpine flowers will be an adventure to remember. Choose from 15 different trails, covering 29.9 kilometres.
Summer is the best time for a Canada holiday focused around golf, although you will be able to golf earlier in the spring and longer into the fall when you look out west where temperatures are milder. With thousands dotted across the country, you’re bound to find at least a few fantastic courses in any province.Spotlight on Sun Peaks Resort
Warning: focusing on your game might be difficult with all the amazing sights to take in. Sun Peaks is home to BC’s highest elevation course. This means that on top of the breathtaking views you’ll enjoy cooler, more comfortable summer temperatures and because of the thinner air, your ball will travel further!
Golf vacations at Sun Peaks are also affordable. Play a round at this 18 hole, 72 par, Graham Cooke-designed course for only $65–$80 (2010 rates).
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