Canadian Tourism Product e-Bulletin July 23, 2009
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Discovery Coast Circle Tour - British Columbia´s Central Coast
British Columbia's central coast is still virtually undiscovered, a misty land where wild nature, ancient cultures and everyday adventure co-exist.
The Discovery Coast circle tour allows you to experience all the diversity that BC has to offer. From cosmopolitan Vancouver to the cowboy towns of the Cariboo. From rainforest to the grasslands of the Chilcotin plateau. This really is a tour of discovery.
For those with the urge to really get out there - in a car, an RV, or a pair of hiking boots - BC Ferries presents a remarkable summer route between Port Hardy and Bella Coola. It follows a coastline so remote BC Ferries calls it the Discovery Coast Passage.
At ports of call, you will discover so much about British Columbia's true nature - whether you participate in one of the available stopover activities, or stay longer to explore on your own. Intriguing archaeological tours, traditional salmon barbecues, native dancing demonstrations, marine sightseeing expeditions, and historical walking tours are just some of the activities that will add fascination to your time on the central coast.
The Discovery Coast Circle Tour begins in Vancouver. From Vancouver travelers drive east to Hope and then continue north through the Fraser Canyon following Hwy 1 along the Gold Rush Trail route. From Cache Creek head north along Hwy. 97 to Williams Lake. At Williams Lake you will travel west along the Chilcotin-Freedom Highway (Hwy. 20) across the Chilcotin plateau to Bella Coola.
From Bella Coola take BC Ferries Discovery Coast Passage ferry to Port Hardy on the north end of Vancouver Island. Once on Vancouver Island head south towards Victoria and eventually take the ferry from Victoria back to Vancouver.
And of course, the route can be done in the reverse order.
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Chic-Chocs Mountain Lodge - Québec
Perched on the mountain in Réserve faunique de Matane, the first mountain lodge in Eastern Canada promises you an unforgettable experience. At the heart of an immense and almost untouched natural territory, the innkeeper and his team take care of every detail at this cozy 18-room lodge, where comfort, pleasure and tranquility are yours. You are free to explore this mountain environment on a hike, an alpine touring trek, a fishing trip or a more contemplative activity. Far from the daily grind, the relaxed and friendly atmosphere promotes exchanges and discussions around delectable meals. Memorable encounters and lasting souvenirs guaranteed!
Designed with greatest respect for the natural environment, the Chic-Chocs Mountain Lodge offers comfortable and friendly accommodations in the heart of an untamed natural setting. It can accommodate 36 guests, preserving a sense of privacy. The common areas, such as the dining room and lounge, invite exchanges and discussions among visitors. The balconies and large windows offer superb lookouts on bare mountain peaks, Chute Hélène, and kilometres of virgin forest.
At 615 m in altitude in the Chic-Chocs mountain massif, the air is pure and you are filled with a sense of well-being. A magnificent landscape spreads out below you. This is a magical spot for practising your favourite activities in the company of experienced guides. There is a wide range of activities to choose from. Your playground: 60 km2 of mountains. Bonus: Two 1,000 m peaks!
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The Lighthouse Route - Nova Scotia
Come and celebrate the timeless romance of the sea. The Lighthouse Route journeys through an unforgettable landscape of coastal beauty and historic charm that has captured the hearts and minds of travellers for generations. Imagine the landscape as it was when Champlain and de Monts first arrived four centuries ago. Follow shoreline roads past rugged, wave-carved headlands and tranquil, island-studded bays. Discover historic towns and weathered fishing villages where legends of the sea come alive and the rhythm of life moves in harmony with the tides.
The Lighthouse Route follows Nova Scotia's South Shore, where the past is a part of everyday life. You'll find it along quiet country roads where ox teams still haul lumber, and coastal villages where fishermen still row wooden dories out to sea. Explore towns like Liverpool, with its privateer legends, and Lunenburg, where a working blacksmith still plies his trade amidst the beautifully preserved buildings of the old town district. And yes, we have lighthouses, over twenty of them, from Yarmouth's towering Cape Forchu light, to the dramatic beauty of the famous lighthouse at Peggy's Cove.
The Lighthouse Route weaves a special magic for nature lovers. Stroll on warm, secluded beaches where the air shimmers with salt spray and the only footprints in the sand are yours. Hike past quiet inlets where herons stand motionless in the shallows, or along a sandy cove where grey seals bask on the offshore rocks.
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