Mexicans prefer skiing in Canada over the USA
Skiing is a sport that the vast majority of Mexicans do not practice because, in Mexico, it has not been given enough promotion, and the necessary facilities to practice it do not exist. Therefore, Mexicans who wish to practice this sport look for destinations abroad, mainly in the United States and Canada.
When it comes to choosing a destination to enjoy this activity, many Mexicans opt for Canada over the United States. But why do Mexicans prefer to ski in Canada? Here are some reasons that support this preference:
Ease of entry to Canada
The first point to consider is the ease of access. For Mexicans, travelling to Canada is simpler than travelling to the United States. While a tourist visa is required to enter the United States, a process that can be long and tedious, to travel to Canada, Mexicans only need to process an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), a much simpler, faster, and cheaper procedure because the process is carried out online and the response usually arrives quickly.
Excellent skiing facilities
Canada has a large number of tourist complexes with excellent facilities, designed for visitors to immerse themselves in the world of skiing and enjoy winter in a fun and impressive way. Some examples of popular and well-known resorts in Canada are Mont Tremblant located in Quebec, which offers a large number of slopes for skiers of all levels, Whistler Blackcomb, known for being the largest ski resort in North America, and Lake Louise, famous for its stunning landscape and diversity of terrains for skiing.
Diversity of options
Canada offers a wide variety of options for ski lovers. From resorts with terrains for beginners to those with challenging slopes for experienced skiers. In addition, some resorts like Big White and Sun Peaks, the latter for its large amount of snow and better costs compared to other tourist complexes.
Friendly environment
Unlike the United States, where constant political pressures and political interests create an anti-Mexican sentiment, Canada is known for its welcoming and friendly environment, very open to multiculturalism. Mexicans feel welcome in Canada, which undoubtedly must contribute to the preference for this country as a destination for skiing.
Preference backed by data
The preference of Mexicans for Canada as a destination for skiing is not just a perception, but it is backed by data. According to information presented by Despegar, Mexicans preferred Alberta and Vancouver in Canada for skiing. Although these data are from 2016, the entry requirements to Canada have been relaxed since a tourist visa is no longer necessary, now it is possible to apply for an eTA permit that is simpler and easier to obtain.
The requirements to enter Canada for Mexicans are less complicated, the ease of access, the excellent facilities for skiing, the diversity of options, the welcoming environment, and the preference backed by data, are some of the reasons why many Mexicans prefer to ski in Canada than in the United States.
So, if you are a ski lover and are considering your next destination, Canada could be the ideal option for you.
