Canada West

Canada West Synopsis

Let Marco Polo Canada West guide you around this beautiful region.

?Explore Western Canada with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the region's trendiest places, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, and a summary of all the festivals and events that take place. Let Marco Polo show you all this wonderful part of Canada has to offer…

The Marco Polo Canada West Pocket Guide covers: Vancouver, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Rocky Mountains, Alberta, Northern Territories

Inside this guide you will find:

• Insider Tips - we show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into the region. Discover Fort Langley, the backdrop for many Hollywood movies, relax after a long walk in natural hot springs or stay in a rustic pioneer lodge
• Best of - find the best things to do if you're travelling on a budget, the best things to do with the kids, the best things to do if it rains and the best things to do if you're looking for an authentic Canadian experience
• Sightseeing - all the top sights are organised by area, so you can easily plan your trip
• Discovery Tours - specially tailored tours will get you to the heart of western Canada. See the prairies in Calgary, the ice-covered peaks of the Rockies, the lake districts of British Columbia and the Pacific coast in Vancouver
• Canada in full-colour - Marco Polo Pocket Guide Canada West includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the region to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your trip
• Get in the holiday mood - before even leaving home, get in to the holiday mood with Marco Polo's spotify playlist featuring songs related to the travel destination along with the best apps, blogs, film and book recommendations
• Pull-out map - we've included a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour

If you love the outdoors then Western Canada is your dream destination. Here you can watch a family of bears on the shores of a fjord, enjoy the silence of the mighty Yukon River, camp with cowboys in the vast prairies or go rafting through wild river rapids. And coupled with this breath-taking, unspoilt, pristine landscape is Vancouver, a young, vibrant city with captivating charm and casual, European flair, a dynamic metropolis set against a dramatic backdrop of dark green mountains… 

Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Canada West to show you around the western provinces. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything Canada has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.