travel42 Port Guide: Churchill

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Churchill has become famous as the polar bear capital of the world. This is the only easily accessible human settlement where the great bears can be seen in the wild. With their numbers now dropping thanks to global warming, travelers eager to see these majestic animals are well-advised not to put off a wildlife-viewing trip of a lifetime.

Located in the far northern part of Manitoba on Hudson Bay, Churchill can be reached only by air or VIA Rail, Canada's national rail line. Flying is recomme...