You have a luk kueng, AKA a mixed race child with your amazing Thai wife, lucky you! You put her all through school and she is now fluent in English now she is 18 and has started looking to travel the world and broaden her horizons, don’t complain this is the very reason you ended up an expat in Thailand, so it’s her turn to learn new cultures and see new lands and then she asks; have you ever been to Canada? What are the Universities like?

 You undoubtedly want to travel to Canada as an international student in addition to studying here. Canada is the place to go if you want to experience breathtaking examples of practically any type of environment you can imagine.  There’s never a terrible time to travel and discover Canada, with its world-class cities, breathtaking mountains, breathtaking beaches, and all in between.

Traveling across Canada offers experiences for all types of travelers, from those who are avid adventurers to those who would rather stay home and relax. With time off between semesters and beneficial travel discounts, students in particular are in a great position to see the country. There’s no reason not to make the most of your new country, Canada.

You may get started with Canada exploration with the aid of this guide. Though a comprehensive reference to activities and destinations in Canada would be too big for one page (there is just so much to see and do!),

Want to travel Canada but are pressed for time? Take a look at these ten must-do Canadian experiences.

Budget travel

While there are lots of upscale hotels and resorts in Canada, there are also plenty of affordable options for students. You may take advantage of some incredible and affordable travel possibilities if you’re willing to do some research and are flexible with your destination.

Accommodation

Even while there aren’t quite as many cheery and inexpensive youth hostels in Canada as there are in several European and Asian nations, the nation nonetheless offers a wide variety of reasonably priced lodging options for travelers. The popular travel websites Couchsurfing.com and Airbnb can provide fantastic nightly rates on entire or shared homes. These websites aren’t limited to cities however; peruse their listings throughout Canada to discover the ideal lakeside cottage or forest cabin for a break from the norm.

The sunny, temperate summers and autumns of Canada make camping and caravanning a popular way to enjoy the outdoors from around May to October, depending on region.

Canada’s transportation network is extensive, and getting to some places can take some time. Fortunately, there is an equally extensive network of aircraft, bus, and train choices to get you where you need to go.

Train: Traveling across Canada by train is one of the most well-liked travel options, especially in the east of the nation. Students can take advantage of a number of discounts and specials from VIA Rail, the nation’s rail network.

Alternatively, consider taking one of the fabled beautiful routes through the Maritime Provinces, the Great Lakes, or the Rocky Mountains, and spend a summer traveling the country with unrestricted rail travel at a fixed cost. Train travel may cover such vast distances that several routes include sleeping carriages.

Pro advice: attempt to purchase your tickets on Tuesdays. In general, it’s less expensive, regardless of when you want to visit. Simply make your purchase on a Tuesday to take advantage of discount offers—you don’t even need to travel on Tuesdays to do so.

Bus: Although its routes are frequently restricted to connecting major cities, Megabus, an international coach business with a substantial Canadian presence, is frequently the least expensive means to get from point A to point B. Apart from that, there are numerous additional businesses that run smaller regional services all across the nation. Busbud, a Montreal-based business, offers the most recent schedule and service information.

Air: There are instances when traveling by plane is the only practical option to reach anywhere in Canada quickly. In Canada, a number of airlines, notably Porter, WestJet, and Air Canada, provide intercity flights. Unfortunately, tickets are typically pricey (although it appears that flying within Canada is becoming more reasonably priced). Reservations in advance are highly encouraged.

Automobile: Riding an automobile may be the most adaptable method to see Canada. Use the opportunity to embark on a traditional road trip adventure—hundreds of miles of highways connect the Pacific coast to the Maritime:  Passing through every major city along the way! There are countless options for your ideal itinerary; start by thinking about traveling across the Rocky Mountains or British Columbia.

Although it’s not widespread nor advised in Canada, there are a number of ridesharing websites that can assist in connecting passengers with drivers. Although it goes without saying that you should exercise caution when accepting a lift from a stranger, if you feel safe doing so, it can be an inexpensive method to travel between places. Students from your institution or college may be willing to divide the expense of driving home at the end of the semester or around big holidays like Thanksgiving or Easter, so checking out student Facebook groups can be a smart idea.

It’s usually acceptable to drive in Canada for a short period of time after arrival, but if you intend to drive for the whole of your time there as an international student, you’ll probably need a Canadian driver’s license. Be sure to verify the province legislation about this. Before leaving their home country, those who intend to drive with a foreign license are advised by the Canadian government to obtain an International Driving Permit (IDP).

Locate the free items.

Cities in Canada have a lot to offer, even for those with the lowest budgets. You can get fantastic savings as a student on a variety of items, including dining out, museum admission, tickets to plays or concerts, and more. Explore the suburbs if you already have a city transit pass; you’ll be astonished at how much may be reached by public transportation. During the summer, a lot of cities have free festivals, street markets, music events, and other activities.

Winter offers a lot of enjoyable free activities as well, so summer isn’t the only season to enjoy them. Winter is a great time to spend outside, and there are many of activities to choose from, such ice skating, sledding, and snowball fights in parks.

If you’re not into outdoor activities, there’s generally enough to do indoors as well. Additionally, a lot of museums, theaters, and other attractions have excellent student discounts or free passes. Snowfall always lends a new city a touch of the gorgeous, and it’s a terrific opportunity to travel and view the country from a fresh angle. Winter is also a great season to travel. Although weather-related delays might make travel lengthier in the winter, Canada is usually well-prepared for snowfall. On the other hand, unless the weather is really awful, trains, airlines, and public transportation typically operate throughout the winter (in which case, you should probably remain home too).

Try going to a different city.

During designated breaks, the majority of international students studying in Canada are free to work full-time for any business, anywhere in Canada. When you combine that with the likelihood of having four months off in the summer, some really intriguing opportunities start to present themselves. Consider going to a different place to work for the summer. For instance, cities in national parks like Jasper and Banff offer seasonal jobs in the tourism sector. Alternatively, perhaps a different city has your ideal summer internship waiting for you.

You’ll also need somewhere to reside if you attempt this. Fortunately, in Canada, subletting and leases can be quite flexible. To find a summer “sublet,” which is an arrangement where a tenant finds someone else to take over their lease and pay the rent while they’re away, you could search on listing websites like Craigslist or Kijiji. This is generally legal in Canada, though it can vary depending on the type of lease and provincial regulations.

As university and college residential contracts often run from September to April, you might be free to relocate following the conclusion of the semester. Before you hunt for a sub-letter, make sure you check the terms of your lease if you have an off-campus apartment and you intend to go out of town for a few months.

Go Study Canada employees have more than 18 years of combined experience in providing education consulting, visa application, and overseas relocation services for Thai students wishing to study in Canada.

Our mode of operation focuses on matching the student with the best school and program based on their specific needs. We assist the student with every step of the process, from the initial consultation to selecting and applying to a Canadian school, applying for a study permit, all pre-departure orientation, travel arrangements, and post-arrival support. We make it easy for the students so they can concentrate on their studies and ensure success while in Canada.