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Winterlude in Ottawa – Experience winter, don't just look at it
Ice, snow, and biting cold define Canada's capital when Winterlude begins. We show you what the festival feels like, how to get around Ottawa in winter, and why good preparation makes all the difference – from ice skating on the Rideau Canal to short distances between indoors and outdoors.
This is how I imagine winter to be. Frosty temperatures, lots of snow, frozen rivers and a bright blue sky where the sun's rays make the snow sparkle. We are lucky enough to experience the Ottawa Winterlude under optimal conditions.
Icy cold is very noticeable. Therefore, you should know beforehand how best to protect yourself against the cold. Which winter clothing is the best. These tips will help with activities that are possible in winter. These tips are just as interesting for skiers as they are for traveling to regions with extreme cold.
Tea Time at Chateau Laurier in Ottawa - Very British - that is Canada especially during tea time. Especially in autumn, winter and spring it is fun to be pampered with afternoon tea in the elegant ambience of the Chateau Laurier.
Hotel Chateau Laurier restaurants in Ottawa. During our stay, we try all the options that this luxury hotel offers its guests in terms of dining options. From the breakfast buffet and room service to the elegant afternoon tea in Zoé's Lounge.
An Ontario holiday for Christmas can be a festival of lights. Cities adorn themselves with light decorations for Christmas. Natural spectacles are adorned with lights, the capital comes with Christmas decorations and sights are decorated for Christmas.
Well-located Winterlude hotels in Ottawa contribute a lot to an unforgettable experience. At Winterlude in Ottawa we experienced a winter as it should be. Cold, with lots of snow and ice and people who don't let that stop them from enjoying the winter outdoors. From these Ottawa Winterlude hotels you can reach the event locations within a short distance.
Famous museums in America are different. History comes to life in museums in America. The “museum” experience becomes even livelier during the summer months when people bring these museum cities to life.
We were impressed by the Fairmont Gold Experience at the Chateau Laurier in Ottawa. There they even set up a separate floor for it. Perfect service and a private ambience await you on the Fairmont Chateau Laurier Gold Floor.
One hour drive east from Ottawa, Ontario to Fulton's Sugar Bush. This is a maple syrup farm, where from February to April you can see how the sap of the sugar maple trees is boiled down to make maple syrup.
