beautiful views . The peaks , which span across the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta , are also home to four national parks , Banff , Jasper , Yoho and Kootenay , which all offer up stunning natural beauty and memorable experiences . The skiing in the Rockies is some of the best in the world . There are a wide variety of locations to pick from , with the Rockies comprising 701 km of slopes to enjoy . Powder days are made even better with a variety of rustic-luxe resorts in both British Columbia and Alberta , including : Sunshine Village Ski and Snowboard Resort , Lake Louise Mountain Resort and Kicking Horse Mountain Resort . While skiing the Rockies is a favourite among incentive groups , those looking for something off the slopes should consider ice climbing . Adventure company , Yamnuska , offers up ice-climbing tours on various routes across the Rockies . The tours , which are all led by skilled ice-climbers , give participants a rarely seen and exhilarating perspective of the mountains . Routes can be found in Banff , Kananaskis , Ghost River , Lake Louise and along the Banff-Jasper Highway . Rated as the top tourist attraction in the Canadian Rockies by Trip Advisor , is the Banff Gondola . This experience offers breathtaking views of six different mountain ranges , the Bow Valley , and the quaint town of Banff . At the summit there is plenty to explore such as the Sulphur Mountain Cosmic Ray Station National Historic Site . If you work up an appetite , there is a chance to treat your top performers to dine in style at the awardwinning Sky Bistro . Your team will bond as they enjoy a delightful meal with unforgettable views overlooking the towering mountain peaks . For a more relaxing experience , a visit to the Pocahontas Cabins in Jasper National Park allows travellers to use the Rockies as a retreat from the everyday . Bathe in the natural hot springs , walk among wildlife in the woodlands , or even play a round of mini golf . Mountain adventures , however , are also available closer to the coast . According to PlanetWare , Whistler Blackcomb is ranked as the 2021 number one ski resort location in the world . The resort , the largest winter sports area in North America , includes state of the art technical facilities , over 200 runs accessed by 37 lifts and unforgettable views
“ One of the most powerful ways to reward your top performers is with a trip to Canada that ’ s packed with transformative , once-in-a-lifetime experiences that they won ’ t find anywhere else . From celebrating your team ’ s achievements with a champagne toast at the peak of a towering mountain , to watching an exclusive performance of Cirque du Soleil in the historic building where it first began in Montréal , Canada ’ s legendary experiences are sure to inspire .”
-Jennifer Attersall – Director , Incentive Travel , Destination Canada Business Events that stretch to the horizon . It is also easily accessible by a short twohour car journey from the city of Vancouver . British Columbia also offers some remarkable and relaxing experiences in the Okanagan Valley , near the Cascade Mountain . This one-of-a-kind haven is dedicated to whole body wellness that is immersive , therapeutic and transformative . At Sparkling Hill Resort and Spa delegates can try Kneipp water therapy and cryotherapy , or indulge in treatments like a crystal scrub or rose steam . Away from the mountains , experience a different type of ‘ peak ’ experience on Toronto ’ s CN Tower . The EdgeWalk is the cities most thrilling attraction and is the world ’ s highest full circle hands-free walk , on a 1.5 metre wide ledge encircling the top of the tower ’ s main pod , 356 metres ( 116 storeys ) above the ground .
PLANNING YOUR VISIT
From the icy mountain tops of the Rockies to the bustling cobbled streets of Montréal , Canada offers not just quality experiences but a wide range of opportunities and something for every visitor . Canada is uniquely positioned as a location to host F & I business events as it combines best-in-class knowledge hubs , practical and impactful meeting destinations , and world-class incentive experiences . To find out more , get in touch with Destination Canada ’ s Business Events team , who can help you plan an event that caters to the specific needs of your organisation or association .
Email : businessevents @ destinationcanada . com
Or find out more information at www . businesseventscanada . ca
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