Canada is a top tourist destination, and is home to countless cities worth a visit at any time of year, from Vancouver to Quebec. Perhaps the best time to visit the beautiful country of Canada is during Christmas. A traditional colder and potentially snowy holiday is the perfect way to ring in another holiday season with family 
and friends. For some great ideas on places to spend Christmas in Canada, read through this guide and pick one of t fantastic choices:
1. Banff: This town, found in Alberta, Canada is one of the most picturesque and scenic locations in the entire country. Banff is situated within the Banff National Park, so it should come as no surprise that there are dozens of scenic places to hike and explore any time of year in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the winter, however, Banff comes alive thanks to thee major skiing areas within the park. These three ski resorts include Lake Louise Mountain Resort, Ski Norquay and Sunshine Village. Each is a great place to spend Christmas skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, or hiking around frozen waterfalls.
2. Montreal: The city of Montreal is a sophisticated, cultural and historical location, and is the perfect place to spend Christmas. As the capital of the province of Quebec, Montreal is the second largest French speaking city on earth, coming in only behind Paris. For those people who want to have a vacation in the snow with a hint of European flair, Montreal is the answer. Snow is common in December, guaranteeing a white Christmas in the city. Perhaps the best way to enjoy Christmas in Montreal is by taking a walking tour of the old city, where many of the historical landmarks are concentrated. As the sun sets beautiful lights illuminate the whole area during the Christmas season, making it truly a magical place to spend the holidays. Several large ponds are frozen over in the winter, providing free ice skating for anyone who is interested.
3. Whistler/Blackcomb: This is easily the most popular ski resort in all of Canada, and for good reason. Located in British Columbia, this area is known for incredible ski terrain, quick lifts that allow you to spend less time in line and more time on the slopes, and world class dining and nightlife apres ski. For a Christmas ski vacation, a visit to the Whistler/Blackcomb area is a great choice. Families enjoy the child friendly facilities and hotels with plenty of fun amenities and attractions.
Whether your idea of perfect Christmas is spending time in a scenic cabin in Banff, a magical winter wonderland in Montreal or perhaps an active ski holiday in Whistler, Canada truly does have it all. Any of these destinations would make an ideal place to spend the Christmas season with friends and family.
Photo credit: Banff Avenue and view of Castle Mountain by iwona_kellie/flickr
Sean Peterson, a travel consultant and sports enthusiast, also contributes content for Whistler hotels, a descriptive site about one of the most famous mountain resorts in the world. The ski in ski out accommodations in Whistler, British Columbia provide both charm and excitement for visitors and residents alike.