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U.S. Travellers: Your Dollar (and Horse) Go a Little Bit Further In Canada

December 8, 2019

With a weak Canadian Dollar, it's the perfect time for U.S. travellers to visit Canada and take advantage of their dollar going further on a horseback ride.

U.S. Travellers: Your Dollar (and Horse) Go a Little Bit Further In Canada December 8, 2019 January 7, 2020 admin Blog , Feature Reasons to Visit Canada: It’s an Affordable Choice The Perfect Vacation Destination Make Your Dollar Go Further on Horseback Escape into the Peaceful Backcountry Why not take advantage of the weak Canadian Dollar and visit your northern neighbours this year? Looking for your next vacation? With its close proximity to the States, Canada is an ideal travel destination for U.S. travellers. Photo Credit: Banff & Lake Louise Tourism It’s An Affordable Choice Historically Canada has always been an affordable choice for US travellers, as the Canadian Dollar is typically worth slightly less than the U.S. Dollar. As I write this, one American dollar equals one Canadian dollar and thirty four cents. That means — if you’re spending U.S. dollars — you’ll get 34% more for your money when you travel to Banff, Alberta. That’s more hotel nights, servings of poutine, adventure tours and more refreshing beers at the lodge at the end of the day. That’s a pretty great deal for one of the most jaw-droppingly beautiful places in North America. Photo Credit: Banff & Lake Louise Tourism / Noel Hendrickson The Perfect Vacation Destination Photo Credit: Paul Zizka / Banff & Lake Louise Tourism As well as the great exchange rate, Canada has a lot of appeal as a vacation destination for Americans. It is close (no long flights) and very safe, clean and multicultural. The people are friendly and English speaking, it’s easy to travel and book activities and when it comes to natural beauty the landscape speaks for itself. Consider the fact that the US has nearly 10 times as many people as Canada does, but the land mass of the USA is smaller. This means that Canada consists of mostly vast areas of completely unspoiled wilderness. If you are looking to really get away from it all, you will find the fresh air and peace and quiet you seek within the mountains and forests of Canada. Make Your Dollar Go Further on Horseback The best way to truly make the most of your money and get the ultimate Canadian travel experience is to go on a backcountry horseback riding trip . Ride on horseback through the thick forests and alpine meadows, gaze at the craggy-peaked mountains dusted with snow, breathe the fresh air, enjoy a hearty authentic cowboy cookout and curl up in a cosy backcountry lodge. BANFF's BEST BACKCOUNTRY VACATIONS Sundance Lodge Overnight - 1 Night Experience an Alberta trail ride in the unspoiled wilderness of Banff when you are limited on time.   Sundance Lodge 2 Days Sat Most Popular Sundance Lodge Explorer - 2 Nights Rugged mountain scenery and an abundance of wildlife. And when the sun sets, you’ll be relaxing in pure backcountry comfort. 3 Days Mon Limited Space Erling Strom Trail Lodge - 3 Nights Ride through Alberta’s Wild West, tracing the paths that the early pioneers used while exploring these untamed forests.   On 4 Days Wed Limited Space Halfway Lodge - 5 Nights The ultimate backcountry trip, few folks ever get to experience a place like this.   Sky-piercing mountains stretch out across 6 Days Thu, Sun Most Popular Ski and Stay Sundance Lodge For those seeking a remote getaway from the norm, Sundance Lodge is the perfect retreat! Powered by solar energy and Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun Jan-Mar Banff Log Cabin Rental Escape to the Wilderness with Banff’s Premier Log Cabin Experience the ultimate backcountry retreat at Sundance Lodge, a cozy log Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun Jan-Mar Escape into the peaceful backcountry There’s something truly special about this experience – you can escape from the constant pinging of email notifications and find rejuvenation and solace in the Canadian woods. Also, the thrilling of riding on horseback and the bond you will forge with your horse make for an unforgettable experience. Don’t worry if you have never been on horseback before, you don’t have to have any prior experience to go on a backcountry trip. Even if you are completely new to horseback riding , the staff will teach you everything you need to know and will guide you along the way. To find out more about how you can book a horseback riding adventure and get the most for your travel money in Canada, contact the team at Banff Trail Riders . Sign up to our newsletter for updates on our horses, deals and special events. We promise to only send you the good stuff! SUBSCRIBE Like this article? Pin it! or share these tips for horseback riding in Banff National Park, with other travellers. Tags: Campsites Lodges Summer Vacations Previous post The Bond Between Horse & Rider: This Is What Makes A Horseback Trip Truly Special Next post There’s Nothing Like A Lodge Horseback Riding Trip Comments Leave a Reply

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