A brief introduction to Canada tourism

Canada is located in the north of North America, bordering the Atlantic Ocean in the east, the Pacific Ocean in the west, Alaska in the northwest, Greenland (Denmark) across davis strait in the northeast, the United States in the south and the Arctic Ocean in the north. Canada's coastline is about 240 thousand kilometers long. The temperature in eastern Canada is slightly lower, the climate in the south is mild, the climate in the west is mild and humid, and the climate in the north is cold and tundra. Canada's border is 8892 kilometers long, which is the longest undefended border and the longest coastline in the world. As the second largest country in the world, Canada is second only to Russia in land area, but only 35 million residents live here, with a low population density.

Canada has a developed tourism industry, ranking ninth among the countries with the highest tourism revenue in the world. Canada is also one of the countries with the largest number of cities in China, the best living city in the world every year. In the vast territory of Canada, there are countless wonders, unique cool summer and maple leaf-like red autumn. There are colorful landforms, towering mountains, majestic plateaus, rich valleys, numerous lakes, criss-crossing rivers and dotted islands, which together constitute the magical, unique and charming natural scenery of Canada. The main tourist cities in Canada are Vancouver, Ottawa, Toronto, Montreal and Quebec City.

Canadian food recommendation Canada has no traditional Canadian food like Chinese food and French food. But because Canada is an immigrant country, you can taste the dishes of different countries with fresh materials in different regions. Moreover, large quantity and low price can be said to be the characteristics of Canadian food. In any case, Canada's vast territory is sandwiched by the sea, with countless lakes and rivers and vast soil suitable for agricultural production and animal husbandry. There is no shortage of fresh seafood, agricultural products, meat and other food raw materials throughout Canada. Canada's two marine coasts are treasures of cod and salmon, while freshwater lakes and shallow rivers are rich in trout and bass. If you go to Banff on the west coast of Canada, there will be charming smoked salmon and salmon steaks waiting for you. The taste and weight are impeccable. Seafood produced in Newfoundland and Prince Edward Island along the Atlantic coast, such as lobster, Atlantic salmon, mussels and sea fans. It has both the light taste of boiled water and the richness of clam soup. At the same time, Pei is also a famous potato producing area, where visitors can taste crispy Pei potatoes. The great plains in the interior of Canada are the producing areas of wheat flour and livestock products. As long as you pay more than $ 10, you can eat an amazing number of Alberta cattle's best barbecues and steaks, and there are many kinds of fruits, which are very good to eat raw, and the jam made from them is also very cheap, and when you mention Canada, you will naturally think of maple syrup. The sticky amber maple juice was boiled from maple juice in the following spring, and it can also be made into sugar or candy. Supermarkets and gift shops have gathered many large bottles and small bottles of maple syrup. Others are packed in beautiful and lovely utensils, which are most suitable as gifts. You can put it on bread or add it to black tea when you eat it. It is also convenient for people who cook and camp by themselves to prepare a bottle. Canadian elephant mussel sashimi, Canadian barbecue and coffee jelly are all Canadian specialties.

Brief introduction of traffic situation in Canada-There are direct flights to Vancouver, Canada from Beijing and Shanghai, and the flight time is about 10 hour. In Canada, there are flights between major cities, and feeder lines connect many small towns. Canada is a vast country. There is a time difference of 4.5 hours between the Pacific coast in the west and the Atlantic coast in the east. It takes at least 6 hours to fly between the two places, so if it is a long flight, the plane is the best choice.

Between Vancouver at the west gate and Toronto at the east gate, it takes 4 hours and 30 minutes by direct plane and 3 days by bus. If you go east to Halifax, it takes 2 hours by plane. It takes 1 hour to reach Edward Island. Flights from Vancouver to Calgary and Toronto to Montreal are also preferred.

Trains-Canada has two railway arteries that cross the east and west coasts, and the branch lines basically cover the Canadian territory south of the Arctic. Canada-Canada railway network is connected with the main railway lines of the east and west coasts of the United States to the south, forming a North American railway system extending in all directions. VIA Railway operates passenger services across Canada. To and from Canada, there are fewer long-distance trains, which are only suitable for passengers who plan to take the train as a sightseeing link.

Long-distance passenger transport-Canadian highway network extends in all directions, with the total length of expressway and ordinary highways of 840,000 kilometers, covering almost every corner of the country with residents. Expressway, the longest country in the world (7725km), was opened to traffic in 197 1 year. The Canadian Greyhound bus route network covers all parts of the country. Coach is the most economical and popular public transport in Canada.

Waterway Wharf-Ocean transportation is an important traditional foreign transportation channel in Canada, and Canadian ocean ships travel to and from major ports in the world.

Bus-the bus fare in Canada is generally around 1 ~ 2 Canadian dollars, and the fares for adults, children and the elderly are different. The ticketing system in each city is different. Vancouver is priced by distance; Toronto, no matter far or near, is a single-vote system. The subways in Toronto and Montreal run for a long time. Stop at one o'clock in the evening and start running around five o'clock in the morning. Public transport has special care for the disabled. Many doorways also have wheelchair access next to the steps.

Taxis-Taxis are charged by the meter (that is, according to the distance). If you take more than four passengers or have to wait, you will have to pay extra. The tip is generally about 10% of the fare.

Canada Travel Shopping Canada's sweet iced wine, American ginseng products, salmon products and handicrafts of local aborigines are all necessary shopping products, which are very good choices whether they are kept as souvenirs or given to relatives and friends. Canadian Diamonds: The mineral deposits in the sleeve area of northern Canada were mined after 1998, and Canada gradually became an important diamond producer in the world. Salmon products: Near autumn, wild salmon in Canada's North Pacific will swim back to their spawning grounds in droves. At this time, the salmon is full, fat and delicious. Ice wine: Canadian definition of ice wine is: wine made by naturally freezing grapes on vines below 8℃. Grapes are squeezed when they are frozen into solid state, and a small amount of concentrated grape juice flows out. This grape juice is slowly fermented and bottled after a few months. In the process of pressing, the outside temperature must be kept below-8℃. Maple Leaf Tea: In China, many people are familiar with Canadian maple, maple leaf and maple syrup, but they are somewhat unfamiliar with the maple leaf tea that Canadians like. As maple leaf tea is a new product of the world tea industry, its output is relatively small. At present, maple leaf tea in Canada is mainly sold to Europe and America. It's only a year or two since the fragrance of maple leaf tea floated to China. But soon after entering China, it was highly praised.

Travel notes of Canada 1. Tipping: Tipping is a common habit in Canada. For China people who are not used to tipping, it may be troublesome and wasteful. However, when in Rome, do as the Romans do, or pay a tip carefully.

2. Restaurant: the general market price 10~ 15% of the total amount. But if the service charge is included in the meal, you don't have to pay it. Give me some change if you want. In addition, in rare cases, some restaurants will add the amount of tip to the bill, and visitors need to confirm it carefully to avoid double payment.

3. Taxi: 15~20% fee. Even if the fare is not high, the minimum is 50% off. It is common sense to pay more for more people or luggage.

4. Hotel Attendant: Leave 1 person $ 1 on the bedside table when you leave the hotel in the morning. In the case of using coins, it is considered impolite to fill in dozens of small change such as 1%, and at least 25% coins should be used.

5. No smoking: Most public places such as airports, railway stations and office buildings require no smoking, and violators will be fined up to $2,000. All domestic flights are non-smoking, and all international flights are non-smoking except JC. In order to take care of the interests of non-smokers, restaurants have non-smoking seats and hotels have non-smoking floors or rooms.

6. Insurance: Travel injury insurance against travel injuries and accidents. If you regard it as a peace of mind fee, you might as well join. The most commonly used insurance items in tourist destinations are skiers' disease treatment expenses, carry-on insurance and injury treatment insurance. In addition, there are several other projects.

7. Canada is very cold in summer, even in the morning and evening. Be sure to prepare long-sleeved shirts and sweaters or windbreakers. In addition, raincoats and snowcoats are also essential for outdoor athletes. For those who only visit big cities, it is enough to bring a folding umbrella with the rain gear.

8. Canadian voltage: Canada, like the United States, is 1 10v. Canada's three-hole plugs are all like this: the upper one is round, the lower two are parallel and flat, and a converter is needed for the three-hole plugs. If 1 10v is not supported, you need to add a transformer. The two-hole socket is flat. If your appliance has two terminals, which say 1 10-240v, you can use it directly, otherwise you need to add a transformer.

Canada's tourism and entertainment activities Toronto, Canada has an international film festival every September, which can feast your eyes on movie lovers. Canadian China films are often shown, especially films directed by young directors such as Zhang Yimou and Chen Kaige, and the attendance rate is very high. In big cities such as Toronto, there are also Chinese cinemas showing films from Hongkong, Taiwan Province and mainland China. Some special cinemas specialize in showing old films, and the prices are generally very low. Ticket prices generally range from 4 to 8 yuan, with the lowest in 2 yuan. The Bytown Cinema in Ottawa sells membership cards at half price. Toronto Performing Arts Center is the third largest performing arts center in the English-speaking world (new york and London). 1 more than 80 professional troupes perform about110,000 performances every year, with an average ticket price of 22 Canadian dollars. New immigrants may not want to spend money to enjoy this kind of enjoyment. In fact, the ticket price is not expensive, and it is also a way to get close to the local culture. Fishing is a very interesting sport. In Canada, fishing doesn't require much patience. Because there are many fish in the fishing area, sometimes a lot of fish will be caught in a short time. Carps in the Ottawa River generally weigh from ten kilograms to dozens of kilograms. The fish struggled hard after biting the hook, and it was not easy to catch it, which was very irritating. But you need to get a license in advance. Canadian casinos have complete facilities and luxurious buildings. Because casinos are dangerous, sometimes they will lose everything in a short time. Don't get stuck in a quagmire because of luck. In addition, there are many special recreational activities in Canada. For example, Banff Art Festival is one of the largest art activities in North America, with opera, symphony, ballet and drama performances held at Banff Art Center every year.