International survey ranks Canada’s brand second-strongest in the world

VANCOUVER, B.C. – A call to world travellers to “keep exploring” Canada is being heard, but not answered, finds a new international study.

Canada’s brand now ranks second in the world in a survey of 2,700 visitors, with respondents giving the country’s brand high marks as a place for families and those looking to do business.

The United States ranked eighth on the survey, while Australia took the top spot.

Rina Plapler, who wrote the Country Brand Index Report for global consulting firm FutureBrand, said Monday that Canada is appealing because “it’s a well-run country, people see it as safe, they see it as a strong business destination, they see it as an attractive leisure destination.”

Hotels in Vancouver

The hotels in Vancouver offer comfortable accommodation offering amenities like internet and cable TV, bars, restaurants, room service, spas, shopping and fitness centers. These amenities, and more, can make your stay in Vancouver even more enjoyable.
Vancouver hotels are classified, either as, luxury hotels, mid-range hotels or cheap hotels. They are also categorized as located in Vancouver, North Vancouver or West Vancouver. The luxury hotels have been rates 4 or 5 star and offer the very best standards of service and accommodation. Mid range hotels are normally the 3 star hotels and offer above average accommodation, limited facilities and decent service.

BC Overview

British Columbia is an impressive, most people the image of Canada. The mountains covered with forests and vast interior of the coast seem endless. Ancient forests, breeding countries, incredibly isolated lakes, and overlooking the Pacific are the main ingredients of a visit in British Columbia. It is so far to the west in the province of Canada and North americas more mountainous regions. BC flanked by Alberta, the Yukon and several U.S. states, including Alaska.  Vacation in British Columbia

Victoria’s Galloping Goose Trail just what the doctor ordered

Who could be more excited and enthusiastic about going to Victoria, B.C., in spring than an Edmontonian? While people are cycling, gardening and golfing in many other Canadian cities, Edmontonians can expect to be hauling out snow shovels, cross-country skis, inner tubes and toboggans.

Just a 90-minute flight west lies an opportunity to experience spring in all its finest — walking on green grass, inhaling the wonderful mixed fragrance of sea air and hyacinths, and cycling unimpeded by ice and snow.

“I’ve never heard of the Galloping Goose,” my friend said as we walked towards the bike rental place on a floating dock at the bottom of Swift Street. Neither have many others, I discovered, as I later told the tales of our delightful overnight cycling trip from downtown Victoria to rural Sooke.

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Painter’s Lodge in Campbell River

Located in beautiful Campbell River, this famous British Columbia salmon fishing lodge is the perfect place to relax, re-charge and reel in the big one.

Along with BC salmon fishing, you can watch marine life play as you tour the coastline on a Wildlife Adventure Tour, soak in the outdoor pool or refine your serve on the tennis courts.

Enjoy the complimentary 10-minute water taxi across Discovery Passage to our sister resort, April Point Resort & Spa, where you have full access to another legendary British Columbia adventure resort and the Aveda concept spa.

Our guests return time and time again for guided BC salmon fishing, outdoor adventure and the unparalleled thrill of seeing whales, bears, eagles and sea lions in an unspoiled marine playground.

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Pan Pacific Whistler Village Center in Whistler

Located in the heart of Whistler Blackcomb, Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre Hotel is the newest and hottest ski resort in Whistler, British Columbia. This 83-suite Whistler hotel offers the ultimate in luxury, where guests can revitalize at the boutique spa or relax poolside at the year-round outdoor heated salt water lap pool or enjoy one of the hotel’s two outdoor hot tubs, all with spectacular views of the idyllic mountains.

Just moments from the base of the Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains, this whistler hotel provides access to over 8,000 acres of ski-able terrain stretching over eight miles, including North America’s steepest mile vertical drop. There’s something for everyone in this ideal ski resort, for first-time skiers as well as professionals.

Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre Hotel is also pleased to offer a scrumptious buffet breakfast in the guest-exclusive Pacific Lounge for all hotel guests. The hotel is an ideal location for small meetings and weddings with 950 square feet of function space and a Garden Terrace overlooking amazing mountain vistas.

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Bedwell River Outpost in Tofino

The refined, picturesque Bedwell River Outpost is located in one of the best-preserved, temperate rainforests in the world in a UNESCO ‘Biosphere Reserve Area’.
This luxurious tented camp, close to Tofino on Vancouver Island in British Columbia is a refined, latter-day version of the outposts used by the early explorers of these farthest reaches of the old ‘Wild West’.
Accommodation includes 12 double and 8 family-size tents (for 2 adults and 2 children) internally decorated in an elegant country style with beds made of untreated wood. The communal areas such as the spa, dining room and lounge are located in separate tents, while the real heart of the camp is its typical ranch-style, timber and stone cookhouse, where guests can enjoy the magnificent fireplace, an outdoor lounge and open-style kitchen. The restaurant offers the very best of modern cuisine and features the use of organic and local foods.

Tofino Travel

Snow Creek Lodge And Cabins in Fernie

Experience powder skiing at your doorstep, spectacular views from your front deck and the warmth of a log cabin with the gentle sound of a cascading creek nearby. Snow Creek Cabins are classic hand crafted Canadian log cabins tucked in the cedars above the Snow Creek Lodge and conveniently located slopeside. These two bedroom loft, two bathroom log cabins have full access to all the Snow Creek Lodge’s amenities. Early Canadian architecture with stone, logs and wood, with wrap around decks or balconies, full kitchen facilities, gas fireplace, in-suite laundry, cable TV and internet access.

Fernie Travel

The Grand Okanagan Lakefront Resort in Kelowna

Visit The Grand Okanagan Lakefront Resort and Conference Centre for the finest in BC hotels. The Grand offers 390 guest rooms, and suite accommodations all offering lake, city or mountain views.

You won’t find a more elegant setting to enjoy the diverse activities the resort and the region have to offer. The Grand Okanagan Lakefront Resort offers a wide variety of suite and guestroom accommodations all serviced by our friendly, helpful staff ready to make your stay simply grand!

Our stately waterfront property spreads over 25 acres in a parkland setting that is conveniently located only a short stroll from Kelowna’s main downtown core. Our distinctive resort and conference centre has become a landmark for the city and a world-renowned destination for the Okanagan Valley.

Kelowna Travel

The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton in Vancouver

The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton in Downtown Vancouver is conveniently located on Robson Street in the heart of Vancouver’s entertainment district. A member of the Hilton Family of Hotels, the Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton, Downtown Vancouver offers both the corporate and leisure guest, award-winning service and accommodations at affordable prices.

The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton is located steps away from BC Place Stadium where Vancouver’s largest events and exhibitions take place. GM Place Stadium, The Plaza of Nations, Queen Elizabeth Theatre and many more Vancouver venues as well as corporate office suites are located within minutes of the hotel.

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