Manitoba Travel OverviewThe licence plate for Manitoba says 'Friendly Manitoba'; and they mean it. From world-renowned attractions to out-of-the way attractions; Manitoba has everything and anything to offer the seasoned traveller. Home to one of the world's largest fresh water lake; Lake Winnipeg; just an hour north of the capital city of Winnipeg; boasts incredible fishing; skiing; hiking; boating and any other water recreational sport you can think of. Grand Beach; the premiere destination for sun-worshippers; can be found on this glorious lake; as well as numerous smaller beaches and piers. In the winter; cross-country skiing and snowmobiling are favourite sports; as well as hockey; skating and snoboarding. Take the train up to Churchill (a two-day trip across beautiful prairie) and see the polar bears; an incredibly popular destination. Or hike through the dozens of provincial and national parks located in Manitoba; including Bird's Hill; Riding Mountain and the Whiteshell. Or stay in many of the bed and breakfasts in the numourous prairie towns and see a sunrise like you've never seen before; or watch a wicked prairie thunderstorm. Manitoba truly is a destination for the adventurous at heart. Popular Destinations | 