Dreaming of Beaches
Canadians love the warm, soft sands of the tropics and with winters as
long and chilly as they are, it's no wonder! And just when you think you can’t
tolerate one more snowflake, you can escape from it all by booking beach vacation
packages. Pack up your bathing suit and sunscreen, and head for the sun.
Beach Vacations to Enjoy All Year
You don’t need winter to appreciate the joys of a beach vacation. Canadians
enjoy being at the beach and basking in the sun any time of year. With so many fabulous
sun destinations to choose from, there is always someplace new to explore. They
range from Cancun and its sizzling nightlife, to the tranquility of an
off-the-beaten path in the Grenadine Islands.
Vacations: Beach to Local Cuisine
You can spend your vacation lounging ocean side with a paperback novel in one hand
and a frosty drink in the other, just listening to the lapping of the waves against
the shore. Or opt for a schedule packed with all the things you love to do - from
taking excursions, soaking up the local culture, shopping, sightseeing, and water
sports - to learning a new skill; whether it’s Spanish lessons, dancing the
tango, or cooking local cuisine.
Every hot spot is as individual as you are, offering its own unique delights and just
waiting to be discovered. The choice is all yours. Your perfect beach holiday starts
here with Travel Counsellors.
Fun Beach Facts
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Several beaches have made the claim "world's longest." They include: Cox's Bazar,
Bangladesh (120 km) and Australia’s Fraser Island beach and 90 Mile Beach. Ontario’s
Wasaga Beach, on Georgian Bay, claims to have the world's longest freshwater beach.
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The longest beach on the planet is actually Praia do Cassino, a 240km-long stretch
located in southern Brazil, bordering Uruguay.