The best wines in the world seem to come from temperate, warm places like France, Italy, New Zealand, Australia, South America and California. It sometimes comes as a surprise to people, then, that Canada—often associated with cold, harsh weather patterns—has a booming wine industry that has been producing world-class vintages for decades. Canadian wine has garnered the country international recognition as a producer of fine, award-winning vino. (continue...)
The Canadian Rockies have no shortage of hot springs, natural phenomenons that have been venerated for their healing properties for centuries. These warm and soothing bodies of water are a great place to unwind and relax after a long day on the ski slopes or hiking trails. Most of the hot springs of the Canadian Rockies are accompanied by resorts and are near a number of outdoor activities like challenging golf courses, hiking, backcountry camping, fishing and rafting. Many are open year round, and there are few better ways to soothe hard-working muscles than by climbing into a steaming hot pool. (continue...)
