This is good news for travellers who have been dreaming of going to, or leaving, Canada for many months: the restrictions have finally been lifted, starting this Saturday, October 1. No more sanitary requirements and \u201cCovid formalities\u201d. Back to an unmissable destination and a little reminder of the classic formalities to get there.<\/p>\n
It’s official, the Canadian authorities have put an end to this (too) long list of restrictions, like its neighbours on the other side of the Pacific, the strict Japan and Thailand. Each traveller, regardless of their nationality, will therefore no longer have to fill in the information requested on the \u201cArriveCan\u201d application, namely providing proof of vaccination, carrying out tests before departure or on arrival, quarantine, or self-monitor once you arrive in the territory. On the cruise side, travellers are now also exempt from screening before boarding, from presenting their vaccination certificate or from completing the ArriveCAN form. Finally, regarding wearing a mask, the obligation was also lifted last Saturday on planes and on trains.<\/p>\n
Canadian authorities advise international travellers to continue to wear it when traveling. Head for Canada, a huge playground with endless possibilities! Let’s talk little, let’s talk formalities as a reminder, French and European travellers are exempt from visas. However, they must complete an electronic travel authorization (AVE) allowing them to fly to the destination. The Canadian eTA is valid for 5 years, or until the passport expires, and allows you to make several stays of 180 days in Canada.<\/p>\n
Please note that the passport must display an expiry date of less than 6 months after leaving Canada. Although the \u201cArriveCan\u201d form is no longer mandatory, it is still recommended to fill it out to speed up the immigration process, at the airports of Toronto (Pearson), Vancouver, Montreal and soon Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Ottawa, Quebec, Halifax, and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.<\/p>\n
Good news also for tourism professionals, including airlines. Indeed, ground staff will be able to save time and will no longer have to check passenger information in the ArriveCAN application before boarding, unless they choose to fill it in, as specified above. Tour operators and travel agencies, travelers will naturally continue to ask you questions about Covid formalities. However, do not hesitate to delegate the administrative formalities part of your customers and refocus on your core business. Canada, a country known for its iconic cities.<\/p>\n
Some ideas for your customers it is difficult to present Canada in a few lines as this country has so much to offer. Iconic cities like Vancouver, Ottawa, Montreal, or Toronto are bursting with life and are sure to please your travellers. In the capital Ottawa, visitors who are thirsty for adventure or culinary discovery will be charmed. A museum that turns into a discotheque, mini golf in the dark or a cinema showing many works little known to the public: Ottawa will never cease to surprise! The must-see city of Montreal is an invigorating mix of cultures, languages and gastronomy that can be visited all year round. It is ideal for an urban city trip of a few days.<\/p>\n
As for Vancouver, it is possible to juggle between festivals, concerts, gallery tours, tasting of seasonal products as well as nature with kayaking and hiking. In short, in Canada, a stay in the city can also be synonymous with adventure. Take the example of Vancouver where it is possible to climb the famous Grouse Grind hiking trail, a three-kilometre climb. A descent by cable car is recommended to try to spot the bears in search of food. \u2026 and especially for its preserved and omnipresent nature Canadians have always learned to live in communion with nature. Thanks to this, the landscapes are preserved and more incredible. Thanks to its natural potential, activities in Canada abound watching the Northern Lights in the Northwest Territories, hiking galore, Arctic safaris, animal watching or Whitewater activities (rafting, canyoning, etc.).<\/p>\n
Travelers are not left out when it comes to national parks. Indeed, there are 42 national parks and national park reserves. It’s hard to choose! This destination is therefore perfect for your clients looking for adventure as well as a rich gastronomic and cultural offer. With the bonus of being able to combine the two, which brings an undeniable added value.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"