25 Romantic Getaways in Canada

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Looking to add a bit more romance to your relationship!? Why not plan a getaway for you and your special someone to ignite that spark? Look no further than your own backyard! Canada offers plenty of remarkable destination to create lasting memories together.

River Cruise: The Rideau Canal is a beautiful, 202km chain of lakes, rivers and canals winding from Kingston to Ottawa. Board one of Ontario Waterway Cruises riverboats and unwind together as you watch the ever-changing panorama pass by.
Surfing: Spend time together riding the big waves of Tofino’s wild Pacific surf or finding a secluded place on the expansive sandy beach. Wickaninnish Inn, located on its own untamed inlet, is the perfect place for the alone time your seeking.
Northern Lights: Create a memory of a lifetime as you witness together the eerie, sulphurous sheen that bursts across the night sky likes it’s waving and dancing. The spectacular and mystical Aurora Borealis can be viewed on one of several tours offered by Northern Tales.
Ice Hotel: Snuggle up together under the warmth of your Nordic sleeping bags in the magical atmosphere of the Hotel de Glace. At this ice hotel, far from the bustle of the outside world you can live the ultimate Nordic experience.

Dalvay, P.E.I: Take a step back in time and stay in a part of history at the 1895 Victorian summer home of Alexander MacDonald situated inside Prince Edward Island National Park. Besides breathtaking views, the hotel offers many activities such as biking, boating, hiking, tennis, golf and much more.
Skiing: Enter a unique winter wonderland walking distance to Whistler’s world renowned slopes at Nita Lake Lodge. The only lakeside property in Whistler and offering oversized suites and a full-service spa to pamper you after a full day playing in the snow.
Spa: Indulge in the ultimate in 5-star luxury and pampering. Couples Resort Muskoka is a couples only, boutique luxury resort where you will feel like every day is Valentines.
Newfoundland: Love is truly in the air all year-round in the communities of Heart’s Desire, Heart’s Content and Cupids. Fall head over heels with delightful coastal towns and the warm-hearted hospitality of Newfoundland.
Ranch: Escape to a private hideaway surrounded by wide open skies, rolling grasslands and forests bejeweled with lakes in BC’s cowboy country. Given the title “Unique Lodges of The World” by National Geographic, Siwash Lake Ranch is a truly life-enriching experience.
Golfing: Journey to the remote paradise of Ingonish Beach, N.S and practice your swing surrounded by the gorgeous water and mountains of Cape Breton Islands northeastern shores at Highland Links resort and golf course.

Dog Sledding: Warm up by the crackling fire in a secluded cabin after an exhilarating multi-day adventure dogsledding in Canada’s North.
White Water Rafting: Get your hearts pounding and spark a little adventure in your relationship on the wild rapids of Kicking Horse River. With Wild Water Adventures, you can join a scheduled tour or customize a private one.
Wine & Food Tasting: Stop and smell the grapes in Canada’s up-and-coming wine region. Revel in the bounty of culinary experiences and sample unique wine varieties like Marechal Foch and L’Acadie Blanc in the Annapolis Valley, N.S.
Bears, Birds and Belugas: Experience together the vibrant wilderness of Churchill as it comes alive in the summertime. See polar bears frolic, birds flock, caribou herd, wolves howl and beluga whales swim on an arctic safari.
Niagara Falls: Reconnect at one of the oldest honeymoon destinations in the world. Go on a sunset cruise, enjoy winery tours and roll the dice at one of Canada’s largest casino.
Fogo Island: Escape to one of the four corners of the earth and experience the seven seasons at Fogo Island Inn. Feeling like you are truly at the edge of the world you will be able to slow down and get creative with Mother Nature.
Cottage Stay: Leave home life and work behind and sneak away to your own private cabin in the woods. Cottages in Canada offers a large selection of different vacation rentals across the country.
Old Quebec: Thanks to its European charm, and breathtaking architecture, Quebec city is the perfect destination for a storybook romance. Stroll arm in arm along cobblestone streets, dine by candlelight in aromatic bistros and snuggle up together as you ride along on a magical horse and carriage ride.
Canadian Rockies: What could be more romantic than cuddling up in front of a warm fire deep in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Enjoy a variety of outdoor activities or simply sit back and relax at the luxurious Fairmont Jasper Lodge in Jasper National Park.
Oyster Tasting: Famous for their aphrodisiac qualities, oysters are gathered locally from the chilly waters of Eel Lake, N.S. For a romance boost, try the particularly succulent, award-winning Ruisseau oyster know to be the best in the province.
Get crafty: Remember that steamy pottery scene from Ghost?! Create your own crafty moment at Edventures vacation learning centre in the beautiful town of Fredericton.
Agawa Canyon: A ride on the Agawa Canyon train in Sault Ste. Marie is an experience that will take your breath away. Leave the ordinary behind as your transported over towering trestles, along pristine lakes and pass through marvelous granite rock formations.

Spiritual retreat: Reconnect, reflect, reclaim and rejoice! Northern Edge Algonquin is a sanctuary from technology, cell phones and constant connectivity allowing you to slip away and restore your awareness of the world around you.
Cycling: Pedal your way along 16km of unspoiled beauty that make up the last remaining wilderness areas between Florida and Labrador. The jaw-dropping Fundy coast in New Brunswick is one of the best places for viewing marine and wildlife as you cycle along the coastline.
Hiking: Discover an area of unclimbed peaks, vast ice fields, clear lakes, glaciers and spectacular wildlife. Kluane National Park tucked in the southwest corner of the Yukon Territory offers the ultimate in seclusion and time alone together.