Revelstoke is located in southeastern British Columbia, Canada and its history coincides with the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway in the 1880s. It is located 641 kilometers east of Vancouver and was named in appreciation of Lord Revelstoke, head of the UK investment bank which financially backed the completion of the Canadian Pacific Railway which linked Canada from east to west. Nestled in the Kootenay Rockies, on the banks of the Columbia River, Revelstoke is a town rich in heritage, history and mountain culture involving one of the most upcoming ski destinations of the country. Its quaint town is a hidden gem with amazing nature to be explored. Revelstoke is renowned for its heli-skiing and snowmobiling and is an emerging all-season resort, offering an abundance of amenities and boasting a wide palette of culinary options, cafes, restaurants, pubs and distilleries as well as recreation centers and spas and a wide range of talented artisans and musicians along with organic produce growers. Revelstoke is surrounded by ample and diverse nature. South of the community down the Columbia River are the Arrow Lakes, Mount Begbie, and the Kootenays all of which compose a true playground for nature lovers. West of the city is Eagle Pass through the Monashee Mountains and the route to Shuswap Lake. Its compact center is lined with heritage buildings and displays a rich art community apart from the obvious skiing activities. It is an all-year destination where you can enjoy every sport that involves snow during the winter as well as beautiful verdant trails for hiking and some lake exploration during the rest of the year.
British Columbia has something for everyone. Remote islands, wine regions, beautiful cities, and world-class ski resorts. Visit Vancouver with its plethora of museums, galleries, and breweries as well as Victoria with its Victorian architecture, colorful buildings, and hanging baskets. Experience Canada’s most mild winters and have a drink in the Okanagan Valley surrounding Okanagan lake. In Squamish, you can go rock climbing, kiteboard, mountain bike, and hike. Visit Whistler Blackcomb the largest ski resort in North America. Don’t forget to go for whale watching and view the beautiful orcas, humpbacks, minke whales, and pacific grey whales.
Cosmopolitan cities, secluded lakes, and forest, mountains, and glaciers combine the natural beauty of Canada! One of the most livable countries in the world, Canada welcomes you to explore it. Visit the well-known cities of Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver to view their maritime culture, fresh history, and indigenous people, the cities are so easy to navigate and the locals are quite friendly.
Visit Ontario’s Niagara Falls, possibly the best known in the world. In Montreal, you will find a plethora of museums and festivals while Quebec has splendid architecture and historical preservation.
Canada’s most spectacular attractions are the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks, Dinosaur Provincial Park, Nahanni National Park Reserve, Cabot Trail, and the well-known Niagara Falls.
Interested in outdoor activities? Try camping, skiing, snowboarding, golfing, fishing, hiking, kayaking, and canoeing. Canada's Yukon province is one of the best places in the world to see Aurora Borealis. There's even an aurora forecast, called the Auroracast. Rocky Mountaineer is one of the most iconic railway journeys in the world. The railway has four principal routes.
Canadians know how to put on a party. If you get lucky you can view the largest fireworks competition in the world at the Celebration of Light in Vancouver! There are also the Toronto International Film Festival, Canadian Tulip Festival, Quebec Winter Carnival. This country’s laid back attitude and an expansive variety of outdoor activities and events make it a fantastic travel destination for families traveling with children.
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