Tired of vacationing to big touristy destinations? Try a trip to a smaller destination. Each of our picks have something unique to offer your travels. Here are five smaller destinations worth visiting in Canada.
Located less than two hours from two national parks, Lethbridge, Alberta is not only a great starting point for adventure but possesses its own secrets that will leave you wanting to stay there and explore. For instance, the High Level Bridge is the longest and highest bridge of its kind, in the world, and its dizzying heights will impress you. Check out the Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden, a symbol of international friendship since 1967 and attend a cultural experience: yukata dressing, tea ceremony or a gin & juniper cocktail tasting.
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Adventurers and explorers need to add the “Dinosaur Capital of the World,” Drumheller, Alberta to their bucket list. Hiking the Hoodoos Trail to view the mushroom-like shapes of the Alberta Badlands is worth a visit. Add nearby Horseshoe Canyon, a U-shaped Canyon, to your list of mystical sights; the landscape is 70 million years old and is home to when dinosaurs roamed the Earth.
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Tucked away in the heart of the Kooteneys, the valley of Castlegar, British Columbia has a surprising scene for art lovers. Known as the “Sculpture Capital of Canada,” the city has had over 120 sculptures on display in historic Castlager during the city’s annual Sculpture Walk. Created by local and international artists, fans are encouraged to vote for their favorites during May, with a panel as far away as Asia and the Middle East.
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Because of the cool climate in the Okanagan wine growing region, wine lovers will delight in each unique creation of the vineyards of Salmon Arm, British Columbia. Go on a wine tour with MOJO Shuswap Wine Tours or Noble Adventures. From wine and food pairings to sip tours with bikes, they’ve got your covered in exploring the region and sipping wine.
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“Pants Optional – Leave your pants at home and embrace the Scottish lifestyle,” says Kincardine’s tourism site. As home of Ontario’s Scottish destination, grab your kilt and grab a pants-free beer at one of the local pubs, like The Tartan Tusk Pub and Eatery or the King’s Pearl Pub & Eatery. In the evening, catch the pipe band parade, which performs every summer on Saturday at 8 p.m., since 1948.
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