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Fall Travel Report 2025 – Expedia’s Fall Travel Outlook report shows that US travelers have their sights set firmly on Canada for the coming season. Canadian travelers may be avoiding the United States amid the Trump era, but American enthusiasm for Canada has not dampened at all.
In fact, searches for Whistler, British Columbia are up a whopping 40 percent year-over-year. That uptick is followed by a 20 percent increase in searches for Banff, Alberta. Nova Scotia rounds out the top three with a 15 percent increase in search volume, per Expedia.
“These scenic destinations are not only trending, but they are also more affordable in the fall,” says the Expedia report.
Is a trip to Canada on your mind for the fall as well?
Here’s some key information to help with the travel planning: Based on Expedia data, the sweet spot to fly to Canada is between September 22 and October 3, as the flight prices are lower during this period.
Fall Travel Report 2025: Travel Tips
In addition to revealing where everyone’s headed during leaf peeping season, Expedia dropped a few additional travel gems for globetrotters.
- September 29 and October 27 offer the lowest domestic fares for flights
- October 26 and November 24 are best for international deals
- November 16 and September 1 are the cheapest nights for domestic stays
- Top destinations include foliage escapes like Mystic and Norfolk, Canadian gems like Whistler, and international hotspots including Taormina, Italy and Cairo, Egypt.
This article originally appeared in TravelPulse.
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Fall Travel Report 2025 – Developed in partnership with Destination Canada, below is Expedia’s guide to the top five destinations to visit this fall in Canada based on Expedia data and traveler insights.
Whistler, British Columbia: Why travel to Whistler in the Fall?
In fall, Whistler shifts from summer adventure hub to a more intimate, locals’ season with vibrant foliage in the valley, early snow on the peaks, and a thriving culinary and arts scene. Visitors can combine outdoor experiences with cultural immersion, from gallery nights to food and wine festivals. For US travelers who know mountain resorts only in peak ski or summer seasons, Whistler in fall offers a rare, two-season escape with a distinctly Canadian mountain culture.
Unique Fall Experiences & Itinerary Recommendations:
- Soak up the mountain views with a ride on the Peak2 Peak Gondola, a guided Jeep tour or flightseeing tour on Blackcomb Mountain.
- Whistler Wine Walk (October) pairs BC wines with local art.
- Whistler Writers’ Festival (October) has something for everyone: readers, writers, authors, and events for every interest and age.
- Wellness highlight: Scandinave Spa for forest-surrounded hydrotherapy pools in the crisp fall air
- Cornucopia Food & Drink Festival (Nov 6–16) celebrates BC’s fall bounty. The festival will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2026.
Banff, Alberta: Why travel to Banff in the Fall?
Few places in North America rival Banff’s fall spectacle, when alpine valleys glow gold with larch trees under snow-dusted peaks. This is the season for uncrowded trails, wildlife viewing, and the rare chance to experience the Rockies in both fall and early winter in one trip. Compared with US mountain destinations, Banff layers in a national park setting, rich Indigenous heritage, and small-town alpine culture all within easy reach of Calgary.
Unique Fall Experiences & Itinerary Recommendations:
- Iconic larch season hikes (Larch Valley, Plain of Six Glaciers) in late September.
- Banff Mountain Film & Book Festival (Nov 1-9, 2025) celebrates mountain culture.
- Wildlife viewing around Vermilion Lakes and Minnewanka Loop.
- Wellness highlight: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise debuts BASIN, a multi-million-dollar all-new wellness facility, offering world-class hydrotherapy, mountain-view relaxation lounges, and treatments inspired by the surrounding alpine environment.
Nova Scotia (Halifax Hub): Why Visit Nova Scotia in the Fall?
Fall in Nova Scotia blends coastal beauty with rich cultural traditions, from Cape Breton Island’s Celtic Colours International Music Festival to pumpkin regatta in Shelburne on the province’s western tip. Just a short drive from the city, vineyard tours and apple u-picks in the Annapolis Valley are every bit as compelling as the rugged coastal drives along the Lighthouse Route or the twist and turns of the Cabot Trail. While US coastal destinations may offer foliage or seafood, Nova Scotia delivers both and so much more, with maritime warmth, storytelling, and scenery shaped by the Atlantic itself. Discover your ocean playground in Nova Scotia this fall.
Unique Fall Experiences & Itinerary Recommendations:
- Celtic Colours International Music Festival across Cape Breton Island, October 10-18
- Nova Scotia Giant Pumpkin Festival & Regatta in Shelburne, Oct 11-12
- Peak foliage drives across the province including the Lighthouse Route and Cabot Trail.
- Wine tours and tastings in the Annapolis Valley.
- Wellness highlight: Fox Harb’r Resort, a coastal luxury spa and golf retreat.
Québec (Montréal, Québec City & Charlevoix): Why Visit Québec in the Fall?
Fall in Québec is a sensory immersion: fiery foliage, seasonal cuisine shaped by centuries of culinary tradition, and crisp air along the St. Lawrence. Travelers can pair Montréal’s vibrant culture with the history of Québec City and the pastoral beauty of Charlevoix, linked by the scenic Train de Charlevoix. In a landscape of North American cities, Québec stands apart with its French heritage, UNESCO-designated architecture, and Michelin’s stamp of culinary excellence on the entire province.
Unique Fall Experiences & Itinerary Recommendations:
- Michelin Guide Quebec highlights a province-wide culinary trail.
- Scenic Train de Charlevoix fall foliage journeys along the St. Lawrence.
- MTL à Table (Oct 30-Nov 16) offers prix-fixe menus across Montréal.
- Wellness highlight: Strøm Nordic Spa (Québec City) or Bota Bota (Montréal) for waterfront thermal spas for post-sightseeing relaxation.
- New for 2025: Michelin announces a province-wide guide for Québec.
- Montreal is the world capital of urban agriculture, and three main markets host fall harvest festivals in September.
Niagara Region, Ontario: Why visit the Niagara region in the Fall?
Beyond the roar of Niagara Falls lies a fall destination built for slow travel: vineyard-dotted landscapes, harvest festivals, and world-class dining anchored by some of the best restaurants in the country. The Niagara regional experience blends small-town charm, Canada’s most acclaimed wineries, and a rich arts scene in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Compared to US wine regions, Niagara offers a unique mix of Old World–style winemaking, heritage towns, and one of the world’s natural wonders in a single trip.
Unique Fall Experiences & Itinerary Recommendations:
- Grape harvest tours in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
- Fun fact: positioned at the same latitude as Burgundy and Oregon, Niagara produces world-class Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and sparkling wines. Taste exceptional vintages influenced by glacial deposits, with soils rich in limestone, shale, and minerals that add depth and character to every sip.
- Pearl Morissette – Canada’s #1 restaurant (Canada’s 100 Best 2025)
- Shaw Festival fall theatre in historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.
- Wellness highlight: Vineyard stays with spa experiences, such as White Oaks Resort & Spa in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
- New for 2025: Craft cider route linking Jordan, Beamsville, and Niagara-on-the-Lake.
- Experience Niagara Falls like you have never seen before with Niagara Takes Flight.
- The Brock Niagara Falls, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. This newly reimagined, boutique hotel ideal for couples is just steps from the falls and has undergone a $15 million renovation.