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A modern and prosperous city, Singapore is an object of fascination for Westerners as well as an introduction to Asia: the ethnic, religious and cultural diversity of this city gives some insight into the complexity of an entire continent. Singapore is a city-state of Southeast Asia. Its area is 719 km2 and has a little less than 200 km of coastline. It comprises 63 islands, the main one being Pulau Ujong (584.8 km2). This island is very densely urbanized, but the lush vegetation “even in the city center” has earned Singapore the nickname of “garden city”. Singapore has more than 5 million people whose origins are diverse: Chinese, Malay, Indian and many other cultures from neighboring or western countries. There are in particular many Eurasians (born to a European parent and another Asian). All these cultures mix and thus form the Singaporean culture. This culture is essentially based on respect for others. The official language is English, which allows all Singaporeans to understand each other, because all are bilingual and speak their native language. Singapore is home to mosques, Buddhist temples, Taoist temples, Hindu temples and churches, offering everyone the opportunity to practice their own religion. Must-sees GARDENS BY THE BAY: Huge botanical garden and ultra modern architecture, it is the lung of the city of 101 hectares. The park is subdivided into three gardens, Bay South Garden, Bay East Garden and Bay Central Garden. Here, we know why the city-state is called “Garden City”. SRI MARIAMMAN TEMPLE: The oldest and most important Indian temple in Singapore (1827), listed as a historical monument, with walls decorated with polychrome figures, it is dedicated to the goddess Mariamman known to heal the worst epidemics. HAWKER CENTER: In Singapore, hawker centers (or food courts) are a must. These large restaurant complexes never fail to fill up. In the front of the stands with impeccable hygiene, we enjoy dim sum, rice dumplings or chilly crab, for a modest price, in an incomparable atmosphere. CHINATOWN: In the bustling Chinatown, with its pagodas, silk shops, herbalist shops and calligraphy workshops, the atmosphere is unique. Visit the Heritage Center to immerse yourself in the historic Chinatown and attend a tea ceremony at Tea Chapter.

Language

Malay, Tamil, English and Mandarin.

Weather

 Located one degree north of the equator, Singapore enjoys a warm and humid climate with an average of 20 to 30°C throughout the year. The driest season is from May to September. The northeastern monsoon causes many showers between October-November and January. 

Electricity

The electricity is 230 volts; therefore, an adapter and/or converter will be required.

Entry requirements

 Kindly make sure to have the proper documents required to enter the countries you are visiting. Please refer to www.travel.gc.ca for updated information. Regarding visas, you can refer to the link: www.travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories.
Failure to obtain these documents prior to travel can result in being denied entry or exit from the country. 

Communication

International access code: 00 International dialing code: 65 Concerning national calls made in Singapore, it is not necessary to dial the 65 country code. If you are calling from Canada, please dial 011, then 65 and finally the local phone number in Singapore.

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Indonesia is the world’s largest archipelago with more than 17000 islands. Bali is known for its mysterious magical feeling. The Balinese people, the breathtaking landscapes and a pleasant climate justify Bali’s nickname as “Paradise Island”. Island of Bali Bali may be small in size – you can drive around the entire coast in one long day – but its prominence as a destination is huge, and rightfully so. Ask travelers what Bali means to them and you’ll get as many answers as there are flowers on a frangipani tree. Breathtaking rice terraces, pulse-pounding surf, enchanting temple ceremonies, mesmerizing dance performances and ribbons of beaches are just some of the images people cherish. People and life style Life in Bali is very communal under the organization of villages. Temple ceremonies, marriage, cremation, farming and even the creative art festivals are decided by the local community institution called “Banjar”. The responsibilities in the day-to-day life are normally administered by both the Banjar and the government. The local government mostly responsible for schools, health clinics, hospitals and roads, and Banjar is responsible for all other aspects of life. There is another association that exists in the banjar named “Subak” that concerns the production of rice and organizes the complex irrigation system. Every family who owns a rice feld must be a member of their local Subak, which then ensures that every member gets his fair distribution of water. A banjar consists of an average of 50 to 150 family members, owning a meeting venue called the Bale Banjar, which is used for regular gatherings and a center for local gamelan orchestras and drama groups.

Language

Indonesian Bahasa and English

Weather

With the sun shining throughout the year, Bali has a tropical monsoon climate with pleasant day temperatures between 20 to 33 degrees Celsius. Rainy season starts from October to March, when the west monsoon brings heavy showers and high humidity. June to September is considered the driest season, with low humidity and can be cool in the evenings, the best time for any outdoor activities. 

Electricity

The electricity is 220 volts; therefore, an adapter and/or converter will be required.

Entry requirements

Kindly make sure to have the proper documents required to enter the countries you are visiting. Please refer to www.travel.gc.ca for updated information. Regarding visas, you can refer to the link: www.travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories.
Failure to obtain these documents prior to travel can result in being denied entry or exit from the country.

In anticipation spread of Mpox entering Indonesia, we herewith inform you that starting August 31st, 2024, Indonesia has introduced a new entry protocol to keep everyone safe. The SATUSEHAT Health Pass is now mandatory for all flight personnel and passengers traveling to Indonesia. You must complete the SATUSEHAT Health Pass electronic self-declaration form online at the following link: https://sshp.kemkes.go.id/register.
Remember, you need fill it out before your flight for a smooth entry. 
Let’s keep our healthiness together.

Communication

International access code: 001, 008 International dialing code: 62 Concerning national calls made in Indonesia, it is not necessary to dial the 62 country code. If you are calling from Canada, please dial 011, then 62 and finally the local phone number in Indonesia.

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Peru is a country in South America covering part of the Amazon rainforest. This is where Machu Picchu, an ancient Inca city located high up in the Andes, is. The area surrounding Machu Picchu, encompassing the Sacred Valley, the Inca Trail and the Colonial City of Cuzco, has many archaeological sites. On the arid Pacific coast of Peru lies Lima, the capital, with a well-preserved colonial center and important collections of pre-Columbian art.

Cities

Cuzco

Cuzco, city of the Andes Cordillera in Peru and ancient capital of the Inca Empire, is today known for its archaeological remains and its Hispanic colonial architecture. The Plaza de Armas is the central square of the old town, with its arcades, carved wooden balconies and ruined Inca period. The Santo Domingo baroque convent was built atop the Inca Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha). It contains archaeological remains of Inca masonry.

Arequipa

Arequipa is the capital of the Peruvian region of the same name, founded in the colonial period. Surrounded by 3 volcanoes, it is full of baroque buildings built in white volcanic stone. Arequipa’s historical center is located around the Plaza de Armas, an elegant square with a neoclassical cathedral dating back to the 17th century, and a museum exhibiting religious objects and works of art.

Lima

It is the capital and the largest city of Peru, as well as the capital of the Lima region. Possessing an architectural patrimony of the twentieth-century colonial era, it is now listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. A coastal city facing the Pacific, it is a dynamic city that offers an interesting contrast with pre-Columbian archaeological sites on one side and traditional places on the other. Lima is the best place to sample Peruvian cuisine, which contains a wide variety of ingredients from the coastal, mountainous and Amazonian regions.

Nazca

About 200km south of Paracas extends one of the most famous sites of Peru, the UNESCO world heritage: Nasca lines. The hundreds of geoglyphs represent geometric zoological forms that could have been used for ritual and religious purposes. You can see some of the surrounding mountainsfrom an observation tower in the center of the site or by taking a scenic overflight.

Language

Spanish is commonly spoken across the country. Peruvian Spanish has a low accent and is easy to understand. Quechua, the language of the Incas, is spoken in the mountain. Aymara is mainly spoken in the communities of Puno. In the jungle, different dialects are spoken

Electricity

Electricity in Peru is 220 V. In some hotel you will find 110 V.

Entry requirements

Kindly make sure to have the proper documents required to enter the countries you are visiting. Please refer to www.travel.gc.cafor updated information. Regarding visas, you can refer to the link: 
www.travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories.
Failure to obtain these documents prior to travel can result in being denied entry or exit from the country

Communication

International access code: 00 International dialing code: 51 Concerning national calls made in Peru, it is not necessary to dial the 51 country code. If you are calling from Canada, please dial 011, then 51 and finally the local phone number in Peru

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Plucked straight from a film set or a coffee-table book of picture-perfect scenery, New Zealand is jaw-droopingly gorgeous. “Wow!” will escape from your lips at least once a day. Filling in the gaps are the sublime forests, mountains, lakes, beaches and fiords that have made NZ one of the best hiking (locals call it ‘tramping’) destinations on the planet. The popularity of New Zealand with international visitors is growing year by year. It is a land of contrasts, from pristine wilderness areas to modern and sophisticated cities there is something for everyone. New Zealand also enjoys an international reputation for being safe and friendly. NZ’s cool-climate wineries have been collecting wine-award trophies for decades now, but the country’s booming craft-beer scene also deserves your serious scrutiny. And with coffee culture firmly entrenched, you can usually slake your craving for a decent double-shot.

Cities

Auckland

National parks ring the city and penetrate right into its heart. Large chunks of the harbor are still edged with bush, while parks cut their way through the skyscrapers and suburbs. There’s always a new restaurant to try, undercover bar to hunt down, hip band to check out, sports team to shout at, show to see or crazy party to attend. The city’s pretensions to glamour are well balanced by a casualness that means a cool T-shirt and a tidy pair of jeans will get you in most places. But if you want to dress up and show off, there’s plenty of opportunity for that among the sparkling lights of the harbor. Book a window seat for your flight to Sydney: day or night, this city sure is good-looking. Scratch the surface and it only gets better.

Rotorua

Designed by visionary American architect Walter Burley Griffin, who was assisted by his wife Marion Mahony Griffin, Canberra features expansive open spaces, aesthetics influenced by the 19th-century Arts and Crafts Movement and a seemless alignment of built and natural elements. Though it seems big on architectural symbolism and low on spontaneity, there is a fair bit going on behind the slightly sterile exterior. The cultural institutions have lively visitor and social programmes, there’s a limited but often excellent choice of restaurants and cafes and there’s also a lively bar scene that is fuelled by the city’s university students

Wellington

A small city with a big reputation, Wellington is most famous for being NZ’s capital. It is infamous for its weather, particularly the gale-force winds wont to barrel through, wrecking umbrellas and obliterating hairdos. It also lies on a major fault line. And negotiating the inner-city one-way system is like the Krypton Factor on acid. But don’t be deterred. ‘Welly’ is a wonderful city, voted ‘the coolest little capital in the world’ in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel (2011). For a starter it’s lovely to look at, draped around bushy hillsides encircling a magnificent harbor. There are super lookouts on hilltops, golden sand on the prom, and spectacular craggy shores along the south coast. Downtown, the city is compact and vibrant, buoyed by a surprising number of museums, theatres, galleries and boutiques. A cocktail- and caffeine-fuelled hospitality scene fizzes and pops among the throng.

Queenstown

No-one’s ever visited Queenstown and said, ‘I’m bored’. Looking like a small town, but displaying the energy of a small city, Queenstown offers a mountain of outdoor activities. Maximize bragging rights with your souvenir T-shirt in the town’s atmospheric restaurants, laid-back cafes and bustling bars. Be sure to also find a lakeside bench at sunrise or dusk and immerse yourself in one of NZ’s most beautiful views. The town’s restaurants and bars are regularly packed with a mainly young crowd that really knows how to enjoy themselves on holiday

Dunedin

The first sight of Milford Sound is stunning. Sheer rocky cliffs rise out of still, dark waters, and forests clinging to the slopes sometimes relinquish their hold, causing a ‘tree avalanche’ into the waters. The spectacular, photogenic 1692m-high Meter Peak rises dead ahead. A cruise on Milford Sound is Fjord land’s most accessible experience, complete with seals and dolphins. Milford Sound receives about half a million visitors each year

Christchurch

Welcome to a vibrant city in transition, coping resiliently and creatively with the aftermath of NZ’s second-biggest natural disaster (especially as tremors can still be felt regularly). Traditionally the most English of NZ cities, Christchurch is now adding a modern and innovative layer to its damaged heritage heart. Punts still glide gently down the Avon River, and the Botanic Gardens and Hagley Park are still among NZ’s finest public spaces, but an energetic entrepreneurial edge is also evident, harnessing the opportunities emerging from the city’s recent seismic heartache

Language

English

Electricity

The electrical current is 230-240 volts, AC 50Hz, you will need an adaptor.

Communication

International access code: 00 International dialing code: 64 Concerning national calls made in New Zealand, it is not necessary to dial the 64 country code.If you are calling from Canada, please dial 011, then 64 and finally the local phone number in New Zealand

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Known as a summer and winter sports paradise, Switzerland is where people first skied for fun. Illustrious names evoke all the romance and glamorous drama of the mountain high life: Zermatt, St Moritz, Interlaken, Gstaad, the Jungfrau, Verbier and more. Cities like Geneva (the most cosmopolitan), Zürich (the most outrageous), Basel and Lausanne heave with heady artistic activity and sometimes incendiary nightlife. Beyond the après-ski chic, edelweiss and Heidi lies a complex country of cohabiting cultures. You could be chomping on sausages over beer in an oom-pah-pah Stübli one day and pasta over a glass of merlot in a granite grotto the next. And if over-indulgence becomes a problem try one of the country’s thermal baths, from Yverdon-les-Bains to Scuol. The grandeur of the finest churches, such as the cathedrals in Lausanne and Bern, contrasts with sparkling but lesser-known treasures like the frescoes of Müstair or the abbey complex of St Gallen (both World Heritage sites). The list of enchanting towns is endless: from Lucerne with its covered bridge to Neuchâtel and its fountains; from Gruyeres with its cheese, and Grimentz with its traditional timber houses to the sgraffito-blazoned buildings of Engadine towns like Scuol and Zuoz.

Cities

Bern

Wandering its picture-postcard Old Town, with arcaded stone streets and a provincial, laidback air, it is hard to believe that Bern is the capital of Switzerland, but it is, plus a UNESCO World Heritage Site to boot. Indeed, on the city’s long, cobbled streets, lined with 15th-century terraced buildings and fantastical folk figures frolicking on fountains since the 16th century, you feel as if you’re in some kind of dizzying architectural canyon. From the surrounding hills, you’re presented with an equally captivating picture of red roofs crammed on a spit of land within a bend of the Aare River. In a nutshell, Bern captivates. Its alternative arts scene happening and its locals happy to switch from their famously lilting and slow local dialect to English, which all goes to show that there’s more to Bern than bureaucracy.

Geneva

Super sleek, slick and cosmopolitan, Geneva is a rare breed of city. It’s one of Europe’s priciest. Its people chatter in every language under the sun and it’s constantly thought of as the Swiss capital – which it isn’t. This gem of a city superbly strung around the sparkling shores of Europe’s largest Alpine lake is, in fact, only Switzerland’s third-largest city. Find luxury jewelers and chocolate shops for which the city is known. Strolling through manicured city parks, sailing on the lake and skiing in the Alps next door are hot weekend pursuits.

Language

Swiss German, French, Italian and English

Electricity

The electricity is 230 volts; therefore, an adapter and/or converter will be required

Entry requirements

Kindly make sure to have the proper documents required to enter the countries you are visiting. Please refer to www.travel.gc.ca for updated information. Regarding visas, you can refer the link:www.travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories.Failure to obtain these documents prior to travel can result in being denied entry or exit from the country

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Argentina covers the southern part of South America, from the Andes to the Atlantic Ocean, with a total area of 2 766 889 km2. Of the 37 million inhabitants of the country, 13 million live in Buenos Aires, the capital. The country is bordered on the north by Bolivia and Paraguay, on the east by Brazil, Uruguay and the Atlantic Ocean and finally on the west by Chile. Argentina also shares part of the territory of the Land of Fire “Tierra del Fuego” with Chile. The country is divided into four major physiographic provinces: the Andes in the west, the fertile plain of the north, the central Pampas and Patagonia

Cities

Buenos Aires

Legendary city of the tango, this dance born in the lowlands of the port. A cosmopolitan city that has seen generations of immigrants come from overseas, making it a city of the Old Continent as well as the New World… In one-word, fascinating Buenos Aires! Buenos Aires the prosperous has turned into a city with two speeds, all in contrasts. Poverty is rife in the tin houses of the villas miserias, slums suburbs where thousands are treated as rejects while the districts of Recoleta, Palermo and Belgrano are beautiful. In addition, if the city is alive by day, it is a capital city that also knows how to live after sunset. Do not come back to sleep at 11pm under the pretext that the streets are not very animated: the evening is just beginning! In summer, enjoy shaded terraces. And above all, in any circumstance, do not hesitate to start the conversation. Communication is easy

Iguazu Falls

The Iguazu Falls are certainly one of the most beautiful shows that nature can offer us on this planet. In the heart of the rainforest, more than 6 million liters of water flow every second throughout this park that tourists will discover while making pleasant hikes, whatever their age and their physical condition . The beauty of the Iguazu Falls is such that in 2012 they were voted one of the “Seven Natural Wonders of the World” at the New7Wonder Foundation, a vote in which over one billion people participated. On this occasion, Enio Cordeiro, the Brazilian ambassador to Buenos Aires, declared that “these wonders survive all the existing wonders that will exist because they are the wonders of nature”. On the border between Argentina and Brazil, the Iguazu National Park offers to the visitor a fantastic show in the rainforest: the Iguazu River which flows with a crash of 275 waterfalls, the highest reaches a height of 72 meters, the famous Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat). Most of the falls are located in the Argentine territory: 4 footpaths will allow you to discover them by approaching you as close as possible, to observe them from the bottom or the top, in the heart of the forest. When the affluence is not very important, you may have the chance to observe the local fauna, iguanas, toucans and other parrots, eagles flying over the falls, peccaries, caimans or other coatis.

Pantagonia

Delimited to the north by Colorado River and to the south by Cape Horn, Patagonia is a desert territory with less than one inhabitant per square kilometer. Most of this territory belongs to Argentina and the rest to Chile. This land fascinates by its wide spaces and its diversity, the beauty of the nature and the richness of the animals which it shelters. At the end of Patagonia there is the Land of Fire “Tierra del Fuego”. Argentina occupies only a third of the island, whose area is comparable to that of Ireland. The Strait of Magellan separates the Land of Fire “Tierra del Fuego” from the rest of South America. It’s actually a real archipelago.

Language

Even if Spanish is the most spoken language in Argentina, some other languages are also used as the Quechua, the Guarani, and the Araucanian

Electricity

The voltage is 220 V. An adapter and a converter are required during your stay

Communication

International access code: 00 International dialing code: 54 Concerning national calls made in Argentina, it is not necessary to dial the 54 country code.If you are calling from Canada, please dial 011, then 54 and finally the local phone number in Argentina

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Plucked straight from a film set or a coffee-table book of picture-perfect scenery, New Zealand is jaw-droopingly gorgeous. “Wow!” will escape from your lips at least once a day. Filling in the gaps are the sublime forests, mountains, lakes, beaches and fiords that have made NZ one of the best hiking (locals call it ‘tramping’) destinations on the planet. The popularity of New Zealand with international visitors is growing year by year. It is a land of contrasts, from pristine wilderness areas to modern and sophisticated cities there is something for everyone. New Zealand also enjoys an international reputation for being safe and friendly. NZ’s cool-climate wineries have been collecting wine-award trophies for decades now, but the country’s booming craft-beer scene also deserves your serious scrutiny. And with coffee culture firmly entrenched, you can usually slake your craving for a decent double-shot.

Cities

Auckland

National parks ring the city and penetrate right into its heart. Large chunks of the harbor are still edged with bush, while parks cut their way through the skyscrapers and suburbs. There’s always a new restaurant to try, undercover bar to hunt down, hip band to check out, sports team to shout at, show to see or crazy party to attend. The city’s pretensions to glamour are well balanced by a casualness that means a cool T-shirt and a tidy pair of jeans will get you in most places. But if you want to dress up and show off, there’s plenty of opportunity for that among the sparkling lights of the harbor. Book a window seat for your flight to Sydney: day or night, this city sure is good-looking. Scratch the surface and it only gets better.

Rotorua

Designed by visionary American architect Walter Burley Griffin, who was assisted by his wife Marion Mahony Griffin, Canberra features expansive open spaces, aesthetics influenced by the 19th-century Arts and Crafts Movement and a seemless alignment of built and natural elements. Though it seems big on architectural symbolism and low on spontaneity, there is a fair bit going on behind the slightly sterile exterior. The cultural institutions have lively visitor and social programmes, there’s a limited but often excellent choice of restaurants and cafes and there’s also a lively bar scene that is fuelled by the city’s university students

Wellington

A small city with a big reputation, Wellington is most famous for being NZ’s capital. It is infamous for its weather, particularly the gale-force winds wont to barrel through, wrecking umbrellas and obliterating hairdos. It also lies on a major fault line. And negotiating the inner-city one-way system is like the Krypton Factor on acid. But don’t be deterred. ‘Welly’ is a wonderful city, voted ‘the coolest little capital in the world’ in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel (2011). For a starter it’s lovely to look at, draped around bushy hillsides encircling a magnificent harbor. There are super lookouts on hilltops, golden sand on the prom, and spectacular craggy shores along the south coast. Downtown, the city is compact and vibrant, buoyed by a surprising number of museums, theatres, galleries and boutiques. A cocktail- and caffeine-fuelled hospitality scene fizzes and pops among the throng.

Queenstown

No-one’s ever visited Queenstown and said, ‘I’m bored’. Looking like a small town, but displaying the energy of a small city, Queenstown offers a mountain of outdoor activities. Maximize bragging rights with your souvenir T-shirt in the town’s atmospheric restaurants, laid-back cafes and bustling bars. Be sure to also find a lakeside bench at sunrise or dusk and immerse yourself in one of NZ’s most beautiful views. The town’s restaurants and bars are regularly packed with a mainly young crowd that really knows how to enjoy themselves on holiday

Dunedin

The first sight of Milford Sound is stunning. Sheer rocky cliffs rise out of still, dark waters, and forests clinging to the slopes sometimes relinquish their hold, causing a ‘tree avalanche’ into the waters. The spectacular, photogenic 1692m-high Meter Peak rises dead ahead. A cruise on Milford Sound is Fjord land’s most accessible experience, complete with seals and dolphins. Milford Sound receives about half a million visitors each year

Christchurch

Welcome to a vibrant city in transition, coping resiliently and creatively with the aftermath of NZ’s second-biggest natural disaster (especially as tremors can still be felt regularly). Traditionally the most English of NZ cities, Christchurch is now adding a modern and innovative layer to its damaged heritage heart. Punts still glide gently down the Avon River, and the Botanic Gardens and Hagley Park are still among NZ’s finest public spaces, but an energetic entrepreneurial edge is also evident, harnessing the opportunities emerging from the city’s recent seismic heartache

Language

English

Electricity

The electrical current is 230-240 volts, AC 50Hz, you will need an adaptor.

Communication

International access code: 00 International dialing code: 64 Concerning national calls made in New Zealand, it is not necessary to dial the 64 country code.If you are calling from Canada, please dial 011, then 64 and finally the local phone number in New Zealand

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Stylish, cultured, good-humored and volatile – Italy, with its golden light, stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage, has inspired poets and painters for centuries. Today, besides the renowned cities of Venice, Florence, Siena and Naples, each with its own unique identity and architecture, Italy features romantic medieval hill towns, such as San Gimignano in Tuscany, and unspoilt fishing villages, like Positano on the Amalfi coast. Throughout the country visitors can find vineyards and cellars to taste fine regional wines, workshops where crafts are produced by hand and friendly trattoria where simple but superb dishes are served. Italy combines art, history and contemporary fashion with stunning natural landscapes: the turquoise waters of Sardinia’s Costa Esmeralda offer one of Europe’s most beautiful stretches of sand, sea and sunshine, while the snow-covered slopes of the Dolomite Mountains are a haven for winter sports enthusiasts.

Cities

Rome

Rome is the capital of Italy and is the largest and most populous city. Located in the central-western portion of the Italian peninsula, Rome has a history of over two and a half thousand years, and is well known as one of the founding cities of Western Civilization. Even outside of the history of the Roman Empire, Rome has a significant place in the story of Christianity up to the present day, for it endures as the home of the papacy. Today, Rome is a modern, cosmopolitan city, and the third most-visited tourist destination in the European Union. The city attracts over 26 million tourists per year.

Language

Italian, English and French.

Electricity

The electricity is 220 volts; therefore, an adapter and/or converter will be required.

Entry requirements

 Kindly make sure to have the proper documents required to enter the countries you are visiting. Please refer to www.travel.gc.ca for updated information. Regarding visas, you can refer to the link: www.travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories.
Failure to obtain these documents prior to travel can result in being denied entry or exit from the country. 

Communication

International access code (exit code in Europe): 00 International dialing code: 39 If you are calling from any other European country, the international dialing code 39 is only required to call Italy from abroad. So it will be: 00 39 and local phone number. Concerning national calls made in Italy, it is not necessary to dial the 39 country code. If you are calling from Canada, please dial 011, then 39 and finally the local phone number in Italy.

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Costa Del Sol is the name given to the Mediterranean cost of southern Spain. Costa Del Sol has a surface area of 804 km2. This part of Spain does not have land border except for Spain.

Cities

Málaga

Málaga, on Spain’s southern coast, is a dynamic, sunny city renowned for its beaches, history and vibrant culture. It is famous for being the birthplace of Pablo Picasso, and is home to the Picasso Museum, one of the city’s main attractions. Málaga also boasts a picturesque historic center, with narrow streets, lively squares and historic monuments such as the Alcazaba, a Moorish fortress-palace. With its pleasant year-round Mediterranean climate, Málaga is a popular destination for sun, beach and culture lovers.

Marbella

Marbella, located on Spain’s Costa del Sol, is a luxurious seaside resort renowned for its golden sandy beaches, elegant marinas and cosmopolitan ambience. The town is famous for its glamorous lifestyle, with fashionable beach clubs, upscale restaurants and designer boutiques. Marbella also boasts a magnificent historic center, with cobbled streets, shady squares and traditional white buildings. Between world-class golf, water sports and lively nightlife, Marbella offers an unforgettable vacation experience for those seeking the luxury and sunshine of the Costa del Sol.

Language

Spanish

Electricity

230V, you will need an adaptor

Entry requirements

If you have a regular Canadian passport, your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after your planned departure date from the Schengen area. Customs officials may ask you to show them a ticket for a return or onward flight and proof that you have sufficient funds for your stay. 

Communication

00 to call from Costa Del Sol, 34 to call in Costa Del Sol

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With more than 58 million tourists visiting per year, Spain is among one of the countries most visited in the world. Its animated cities, the riches of its historic monuments, its paradise beaches, its hospitality and its joys of life give this country its reason to be explored. The birthplace of such great artists as Picasso, Salvador Dalí, Velázquez, Miguel de Cervantes, and Antonio Banderas, all add to the fantastic culture of Spain. For thousands of years, Spain has been one of the cultural centers of Europe. It has many beautiful cities and towns, offering thousands of monuments as well as a tremendous diversification of architecture.

Cities

Barcelona

Catalonia and Barcelona have become one of the first tourist destinations of Spain, it knows how to please the big majority : with a history among the oldest in Europe, a capital, Barcelona, which never sleeps and an inland full of charm not to forget beautiful beaches in La Costa Brava. The variety of artistic treasures, the Romanesque churches and the great names in modern art and architecture, Dali, Gaudi, Miro, Picasso… Barcelona sited between the sea and the mountains, has found a formidable balance: a foot in the traditional things and the other in the avant-garde.

Madrid

Madrid is often considered the European “capital of joy and contentment.” Although the city is a dynamic business center, Madrileños clearly enjoy life, taking time for long walks, extended evenings with friends over tapas, and dinner often as late as midnight. Madrid is a city of passion and drama, from the mournful beauty of flamenco to the intense baile of matador and bull. Madrid’s Museo del Prado, Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, and Centro Reina Sofia are world-class museums with works of El Greco, Velázquez, Ribera, Murillo,Goya, and Picasso.

Costa del Sol

Mediterranean climate, more than 320 days of sun per year, the sea, small charming towns and a lot more… The Costa del Sol casts a spell over you and it has logically converted itself into a key international tourist destination since the middle of the last century. The Costa del Sol offers luxury and glamour, taking advantage of the frequent presence of film stars since the seventies. Today, between 25% and 30% of the large luxury hotels in Spain are found in Marbella and its surroundings, not to mention the first class golf courses. A luxurious and international character which contrasts the typical small Andalusia villages such as Ronda and Mijas, with narrow streets and white-washed houses adorned with flowers.

Language

Spanish, but many of its derivatives are also spoken, such as Catalan. English and some French can be spoken as well.

Weather

Spain is a sunny country with around 3,000 hours of sunshine every year. The temperatures are mild, but there are still differences depending on the seasons and areas of the country. The mildest temperatures are in spring and autumn, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors practically the whole day long. Maximum temperatures are reached during the months of July and August, which are hot and dry throughout the whole country. The coldest temperatures occur during the months of December, January and February, which are the months with the most rainfall, mainly in the north of Spain.

It is essential to pack:

• Sunglasses, which you will use all year round.
• Comfortable footwear, especially if you visit museums, go sightseeing in cities or hike in nature.
• A light, comfortable backpack to carry your things, for example, sunglasses, sun cream, a bottle of water and a small travel umbrella for any eventuality.

Electricity

The electricity is 220 volts; therefore, an adapter and/or converter will be required.

Entry requirements

Kindly make sure to have the proper documents required to enter the countries
you are visiting. Please refer to www.travel.gc.ca for updated information. Regarding visas, you can refer to the link: www.travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories.

Failure to obtain these documents prior to travel can result in being denied entry or exit from the country.

Communication

International access code (exit code in Europe): 00 International dialing code: 34 If you are calling from any other European country, the international dialling code 34 is only required to call Spain from abroad. So it will be: 00 34 and local phone number. Concerning national calls made in Spain, it is not necessary to dial the 34 country code. If you are calling from Canada, please dial 011, then 34 and finally the local phone number in Spain.

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