Rugged Canadian spot named a top vacation destination in the world
If you’re planning a bucket-list trip this year, a Canadian spot was just named a top vacation destination in the world.
Taking a trip is also a treat, and doing it with a partner just makes it so much more enjoyable. British travel magazine Conde Nast Traveller just released its roundup of the nine best vacation spots for travelling couples in 2026, and only one spot in Canada nabbed a mention.
If you know Alberta, you shouldn’t be too surprised to learn that Banff National Park made the cut to be a top vacation destination.
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The publisher touted the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, along with Banff’s dazzling landscapes, including its vast number of hiking trails, glaciers, and bright blue lakes (hello there, Peyto and Moraine Lake).
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Banff itself is no stranger to the spotlight. It has a pretty impressive track record, being named a top travel destination for 2026 by National Geographic, one of the most picturesque places in the world, and was also recognized as one of the most beautiful places in the world by Architectural Digest.
It’s also caught the eye of many celebrities over the years, with Justin and Hailey Bieber recently spending time at the iconic Lake Louise, country superstar Luke Combs praising it during his stay a couple of years back, and Breaking Bad star Bryan Cranston calling the town and surrounding attractions “stupidly gorgeous” after his visit.
You can check out the full list of destinations online.