Planning a trip to Canada? So much of an adventure you shall have. This nation has it all buzzing cities to wilderness that will leave your Instagram followers with massive envy. However, be honest with yourself a minute, in the face of all that sightseeing and outdoor playing you will be in need of clean clothes.

Getting Around the Great White North

Canada’s massive. Like, really massive. This is the second-largest nation in the world we are talking about and, therefore, there is no planning on how to go to point A to point B.

Long distances are best covered by air. Toronto to Vancouver? It is a five-hour flight, as compared to a four-day drive. However, here is the interesting part, the domestic flights are expensive. VIA Rail is a more scenic (and cheaper) option, particularly when you are not in a hurry.

Trains are good in Quebec City-Montreal-Ottawa-Toronto route in case of city hopping. The rest of the country? You are likely to be tempted to hire a car or board a plane.

Must-See Landmarks That’ll Blow Your Mind

Each province has got its showstoppers and there are just places that cannot be compromised.

Niagara falls is ranked number one on most lists, and to be honest, it does not disappoint. The fog, the sound, the rainbow which comes forth on sunny afternoons – it is very nice spectacular. The only thing you need to pack is a rain jacket since you will be wet on the Maid of the Mist.

In the west, Banff national park offers the mountain pictures in the postcard. Lake Louise is seemingly unnatural, it is so blue. The Rockies are endless and the hiking paths are either effortless walks or tough mountain climbing routes.

The point is that the landmarks in Canada are not only natural. Quebec City is a place that one can be transferred to old Europe with its cobblestone streets and French cafes. At the same time, the CN Tower of Toronto continues to impress tourists even decades after its creation.

Unexpected Luxury Services for Modern Travelers

Here is what most of the travel guides are not going to inform you, the cities in Canada have adopted the convenience services, which make the long stay a lot more comfortable.

Take laundry, for example. Imagine the following: you are three weeks into a one month long Canadian adventure and your suitcase problem is becoming desperate. The old laundry machines were the reason to spend hours of time watching the laundry machine rotate when one could go sightseeing. That’s where a door-to-door laundry service, like Laundry Lady Canada, comes in handy. Your dingy garments are picked up and brought back clean and folded. It has gained a lot of popularity in big cities and this is time-saving as far as more significant things (such as the search of the best poutine) are concerned.

Other luxury touches? Numerous cities have made grocery delivery and meal kit services as well as equipment rentals on outdoor activities. Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal are in the front line yet smaller cities are fast closing behind them.

Practical Tips That Actually Matter

The Canadian weather is fast. Pack layers, always. Evenings in summer could be chilly, particularly to the water. People are sometimes caught up in the currency thing. Yes, there are other money in Canada and yes, it is colorful. Cards are accepted in most places, although some cash is good to use in tips and small shops.

Tipping is the same as it is in the US – 15-20 percent in restaurants, a couple of dollars in a hotel housekeeping, etc. In isolated locations, the cell phone coverage is spotty. When visiting national parks or rural areas it is good to download offline maps.

Making the Most of Your Canadian Adventure

Canada is the place that benefits inquisitive travelers. Hole-in-the-wall restaurants are usually the best in food. There is often something interesting in small towns in terms of museums or local festivals. The residents are very helpful and fond of giving suggestions.

And do not make a sight-seeing journey of it. Too big Canada, and you’ll overwork yourself. Choose an area, go sightseeing there and leave the rest to be done later.

The seasons are also changing the country dramatically. During summer, there is hiking as well as festivals, whereas in winter, there is world-class skiing and the northern lights. Fewer crowds are seen during spring and fall, which can be completely beautiful.

Canada does it like that and catches the viewer off guard. Perhaps it is the sudden urban civilized nature, the unbelievable natural beauty or simply the ease of everything once you have settled in. Slow down, keep on exploring and have fun.