The winter destinations defining Canadian travel this season

This winter, Canadians are continuing to embrace the rise in domestic travel, rediscovering the beauty, variety, and charm waiting right in their own backyard.

Most wishlisted cabins & chalets:
- Huntsville, Ontario (Magical TreeHouse, Muskoka A-Frame)
- Sainte-Côme, Quebec (King Spa Chalet, Chalet L’Enchanteur)
- Eagle Lake, Ontario (HyggeHaus ski-in/out cabin)
- Crowsnest Pass, Alberta (The Guesthouse)
- Golden, British Columbia (Buffalo Ranch & Guest House)
- Lac-Supérieur, Quebec (Element Tremblant)
- Birch Cove, Alberta (Peaceful Paradise Barn with sauna)

Hidden gems seeing a surge:
- Revelstoke, British Columbia
- Petite-Rivière-Saint-François, Quebec
- Osoyoos, British Columbia
- Comox-Strathcona, British Columbia
- Saint-Sauveur, Quebec

These destinations reflect Canadians’ growing interest in quiet, under-the-radar escapes alongside classic favourites like Whistler, Banff, and Mont-Tremblant.

International Winter Escapes
For those heading abroad, Canadians are searching for both sun and culture:
- Top picks: Puerto Vallarta, Playa del Carmen, Bucerías, Cancún (Mexico)
- Other favourites: Tokyo (Japan), Cartagena (Colombia), Paris (France), Panama City (Panama), Rome (Italy), Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)

Key Takeaway
Canadians are balancing cozy domestic retreats with sun-soaked international escapes, showing a strong appetite for both adventure and relaxation this winter.