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Destinations
Canadian Snowbird Destinations Mexico, Costa Rica, Cuba, Panama, Belize, Portugal and the Caribbean.
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We put the Spotlight on popular, top rated destinations including a few of our team's favourites such as Mexico, Belize, Costa Rica, Cuba, Portugal, Panama and the Philippines.
Mexico
Expat Communities for Snowbirds
For decades Mexico has been a haven for vacationers, expats and for snowbirds flying south for the winter. Traditional expat resort locations like Puerto Vallarta, Lake Chapala, Merida, San Miguel de Allende, Playa del Carmen, Manzanillo, and Cabo San Lucas are magnets for Canadians looking looking for vacation homes for sale and longterm rentals.
Portugal
The #1 Destination in Europe for Canadian Snowbirds
Portugal has always been a favourite destination for Canadians especially those from eastern Canada. From the islands of the Azores in the mid-Atlantic to the sensational Algarve Coast and the nation's capital city, Lisbon, Portugal is as diverse as it else divine. Unforgettable for its hospitality, its superb Mediterranean inspired cuisine and its carefully preserved ancient medieval era architecture.
Belize
Central America's Laid Back Choice for Expats
Belize offers great affordability for vacationers, remote workers, expats and snowbirds. Its Caribbean coast line is adorned by white sand beaches amid popular tourist zones. Affordable resort living and a slow paced way of life are key to Belize's attraction with Canada's snowbirds.
Costa Rica
A Favourite Snowbird Destination Especially for Western Canadians
With direct flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica you can arrive in as little as 7 hours and be on your way, via ground transportation, to popular tourist spots like Papagayo Peninsula, La Fortuna, San Jose, Tamarindo, and Jaco.
Cuba
Endless Beaches, Soulful Music
Cuba, population 11.2 million, is a bit of an enigma for many travellers. The island's capitol city, Havana, experienced years in the limelight during the 40s and 50s when the idle rich, famous movie stars, US politicians, gangsters, artists, novelists and musicians flocked to the island to experience its rich Spanish African culture. Then, with the rise of Fidel's communist regime, the island fell silent for Americans after the famous Bay of Pigs fiasco. Canadians however, have always had a special relationship with the Cuban people and that continues to flourish to this day.
Panama
Tourism is Flourishing
Over the past five years tourism in Panama has experienced consistent growth, driven by government tax breaks and price reductions for foreign visitors and retirees. These financial incentives have positioned Panama as an attractive retirement destination for expats, retirees and snowbirds. In response to the rising interest in these benefits, real estate developers have been offering more resort condos, apartments and vacation homes for sale in a number of tourism destinations throughout the country.
The Philippines
The Philippines Offers Remarkable Affordability and Stunning Snowbird Vacation Destinations
Although a bit far-flung, the Philippines is emerging as a top destination for snowbirds and remote workers to escape the Canadian winters. Snowbird locations such as Bantayan Island and Boracay offer the best resort experiences and a plethora of vacation homes perfect for Canadian Snowbirds.
Shuswap BC
Sicamous, Mara & Shuswap Lakes
A traditional playground destination for BC and Alberta travellers, snowbirds, RV campers and lake lovers alike. Sicamous is snuggled on the lakefront of both Shuswap Lake and Mara Lake. Ripe with fruit stands selling the freshest of BC's seasonal fruits, Sicamous is at the cradle of a lake, mountain, beach, forest, orchard and vineyard oasis. The Shuswap region offers phenomenal recreation for all ages and abilities and its milder climate and lush environment encourage outdoor activities.
Vancouver Island
Vancouver Island, One of the World's Top Islands
Vancouver Island is blessed by one of the warmest climates in Canada, and since the mid-1990s has been mild enough, in a few areas, to grow Mediterranean crops such as olives and lemons if you can believe that! Vancouver Island was chosen as one of the Top Islands in the World by Condé Nast Traveler Magazine’s Readers’ Choice Awards
Photo by Discover Photography of Sidney By The Sea, which is close to Victoria. Sidney's main street is lined with cafes, restaurants, gift shops and galleries.
International
Destinations for Snowbirds
