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 What You'll Need for Travel to Canada |
If you're stuck trying to figure out what
you'll need to pack for travel to Canada, you're not alone. Packing
for Canadian travel is difficult because it is such a large country
with various climactic regions and seasons. However, to make the
packing process a little easier, we’ll provide our packing
suggestions by season so you won’t be stuck in a snow storm in
shorts and a tank top.
Due to the coastal influence, British Columbia is the mildest
climate in Canada, whereas if you trek northwards, you’ll find some
of the coldest Canadian temperatures in the Yukon and Territories.
When traveling eastward, get ready for extremes. Hot, humid summers
and cold winters characterize the weather from Saskatchewan to the
Atlantic Provinces. Thankfully, in these regions, despite the cold,
the sun tends to shine in the winter and there’s a nice breeze in
the summer.
Other than temperatures hinting at a particular time of year, a
trees' bareness, fullness or colour is a convincing seasonal
indicator. Like clockwork, the abundant Canadian trees call each
season with fresh growth or falling leaves. In winter trees
barren and naked; spring is a time of fresh growth and blooming;
summer is a time of full bloom and fall invites a symphony of colour.
To ensure you are prepared for the seasons and temperatures you'll
meet during your trip to Canada, here are some suggestions for your
pre-trip packing session:
Summer Travel
• Bathing suit
• Shorts
• Tank tops
• T-shirts
• Sweatshirt or sweater and pants for evening wear
• Rental flops and walking shoes
Fall/Spring Travel
• Layering clothes is important in these shoulder seasons
• Lightweight gloves
• Good walking shoes
• Rainproof jacket
Winter Travel
• Snow suit if you’re going skiing
• Heavy-duty Gloves
• Warm toque or hat
• Insulated shoes with rubber bottoms
General Travel Necessities
• Passport, tickets, etc…
• Camera
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Backpack
• Water bottle
• Little book to capture phone numbers, addresses or thoughts while
en-route
• Canadian Currency (although major credit cards are accepted all
over Canada)
• GSM-compatible cell phone
• Printed copies of the Getaway Tool Kit features
Note:
Generally speaking, people tend to dress casually on the West coast
and more formally on the East Coast, therefore, keep this in mind as
you pack for your trip. |
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