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I went to Canada for the first time in 2022 and can’t wait to return someday.
I spent seven days traveling through Niagara Falls, Toronto, Montreal, and Quebec City.

I want to return to Quebec and Niagara Falls and take more Canadian trains to other provinces.This was back in August 2022, when I left my home in New York City to spend a week in Canada’s eastern provinces of Ontario and Quebec.

Overall, my trip to Canada was only a taste of what the country has to offer — a rich bite that left me hungry for more. I knew from the moment I left that I would be back, and hopefully soon.

I traveled to Ontario and Quebec by bus, train, and plane, hitting cities and attractions from Niagara Falls to Montreal.

I traveled by train from NYC to Niagara Falls, New York, and walked into Niagara Falls, Canada, on foot.After three days in the Niagara Falls area, I took a bus up to Toronto for a night. From there, I traveled to Montral and Qubec City by train and spent one night in each city before flying home to New York.I’ve spent 85 hours on Amtrak trains going up and down the East Coast, reviewing its various accommodations — from business and first class to private rooms in sleeper cars. So when I traveled to Canada, I was excited to try out Via Rail, Canada’s train line similar to Amtrak. It’s one of the most accessible and popular ways to travel through the country. Via Rail has economy seating as well as business class and sleeper accommodations, just like Amtrak.Even after only two rides, I thought my first experiences on Canada’s Via Rail system were more comfortable than Amtrak equivalents, thanks to the more comfortable seats and top-notch service and amenities.

booked a business class ticket from Toronto to Montreal. For about $200, it came with perks that Amtrak only offers to first-class passengers, such as meal service and access to lounges at select stations, including Toronto. I also booked an economy ticket on Via Rail from Montreal to Qubec City for about $150, and I thought it was more spacious than an Amtrak seat. Overall, I found train travel to be more comfortable and pleasant in Canada than I typically do in the US. This makes me want to explore Canada by train and perhaps try more classes, like the sleeper cars and prestige accommodations.Thanksgiving dinner, and the curds added a unique texture without adding too much flavor.In one bite, I could see why this dish was so popular and comforting. It was warm, filling, and nostalgic, transporting me back to Thanksgiving dinner.Next time I’m in Montreal, I’ll return to La Banquise to try some more loaded poutine options on the menu.

Niagara Falls is an iconic landmark known for its massive waterfalls on the US and Canada border. It’s also America’s oldest state park.Seeing Niagara Falls up close was an unexpected highlight of the trip. Since I’ve seen so many pictures, I wasn’t expecting to be quite so entranced by them. But once I saw them for myself, I was amazed.

I was completely in awe of how massive, beautiful, and loud the falls were. To me, it was witnessing a powerful force of nature commanding people’s attention—and it succeeded.The boardwalk lining the falls also reminded me of Times Square on New Year’s Eve because of the excitement it drew

There were a lot of crowds at the falls. From the attractions surrounding it to the packed crosswalks around town, Niagara Falls was so full of people that I spent a lot of time waiting in lines and standing on my tippy toes to peer over people’s heads. It would have been much more enjoyable without so many other visitors.I would love to go back to Niagara Falls when it’s less crowded and enjoy a more peaceful moment alone in front of the falls.According to The Points Guy,

Niagara Falls tends to be less busy in early spring and late fall.I loved feeling totally alone in this quiet, natural place equipped with all the comforting amenities of home.It was the perfect place to reflect on my travels thus far, jot down notes about my observations, and review the thousands of photos I’d already taken. Sitting on the porch amid a forest of trees, this treehouse was the best remote office I’ve had the pleasure of working in.I’d love to go back for a few days to completely recharge. I didn’t get a chance to cook a meal in the kitchen or spend a day just reading outside — something I used to do a lot as a kid. The next time I come to this treehouse, it’ll be for a vacation.Montral was one of the most beautiful cities I’ve ever seen, thanks to the stunning, contrasting modern and historical architectural styles, from Art Deco to Gothic Revival.Walking up and down the hills of the city was tiring but rewarding. I enjoyed some impressive, all-encompassing views that made me wish I had more time to explore. I also walked around Old Montral, a neighborhood reminiscent of Europe with cobblestone streets. While I took beautiful pictures,

I didn’t have time to go inside the many shops, museums, and restaurants along the way.Next time I’m in Montral, I plan to find accommodations in Old Montral to learn more about the city’s history.I’m a New Yorker who went to Canada for the first time. I found 9 things so impressive that I’m certain I’ll be back.