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Canada is “great for camping”

Parts of Canada are known for their breathtaking vistas and stunning wild landscapes

While Brits may be used to camping and caravanning at home, the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) has explained that they can enjoy similar pleasures in North America.

CTC vice-president of strategic initiatives Susan Iris said that there are tents that allow intrepid holidaymakers to explore the country’s wilderness while still providing the same home comforts often associated with caravans.

She said that such products allow Brits to connect with Canada’s outdoors without forgoing “gourmet meals after they have done their day of hiking” – a pursuit known as glamorous camping, or glamping.

Ms Iris added that the nation’s culinary expertise was underestimated and that it offers a “sophistication” that few realise exists.

“You don’t see the wine outside Canadian borders, because you don’t realise the regions but we create ice wine which is world renowned,” the expert revealed.

The nation will soon host the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games, which will take place at Cypress Hill and Whistler Blackcomb resorts.