As the capital of Alberta, Edmonton is a vibrant city surrounded by incredible wilderness! Many visitors search for the best restaurants in Edmonton when they visit and need somewhere to refuel after their adventures. Known mainly for high-quality beef, Edmonton also boasts a culinary scene that has captured the hearts of Alberta and all of …
The Bow Valley Parkway (or the 1A) is a road that every visitor to Banff National Park should drive on at least once. Before the Trans Canada, the Bow Valley Parkway was the original road linking Banff and Lake Louise in the early 1900s. Now, it’s a road primarily used for sightseeing and outdoor recreation …
If you’re planning a Calgary to Jasper road trip, you are in for a treat. You’ll get a bit of everything on this trip. From quick lakeside stops and beautiful hikes, to shopping adventures in the Town of Banff, it’s a journey perfect for all types of travelers. The drive is over 400 km, and …
If this is your first time hiking in Banff, the trails might be pretty intimidating. The Canadian Rockies are gorgeous, but they are also tall, steep, and dangerous. If you’re wondering if it is safe to hike in Banff, we want to help ease you into hiking in the Rockies, with our personal tips for …
A quintessential experience in the Rockies is to enjoy a Moraine Lake canoe. Paddling across Moraine Lake is an experience that we can not recommend enough. Only a few are fortunate enough to make it to this lake in the Canadian Rockies, and even fewer dip a paddle in its waters. The turquoise waters of …
At the beautiful Lake Louise and feeling peckish? While it may seem like a small off the beaten path area in the Rockies, there are surprisingly a good number of Lake Louise restaurants to try (for being in the middle of the mountains, that is). Whether we’re freezing our butts off at Lake Louise in …
Pyramid Lake in Jasper National Park is one of the best places to visit in Jasper. This lake is a wonderful kidney-shaped lake right at the foot of the iconic Pyramid Mountain. It’s a local’s favorite and also a sight to see for all visitors to Jasper. Pyramid Lake is fairly big with a size …
Looking for the best family hotels in Banff? For a small town in the middle of a national park; there are some fantastic Banff family hotels everyone on the whole team will love. So, if you’re wondering where to stay in Banff National Park with the kids, we have you covered. Flanked by dramatic mountains …
The Tent Ridge Horseshoe hike is not only one of my favorite Kananaskis hikes but one of my favorite hikes in all of Alberta. Hikers climb to 8,000 feet for tremendous views of Kananaskis Country and Banff National Park. Its location down the Smith Dorrien allows for a true wilderness setting away from the crowds …
If you’ve ever been curious to know what lies beyond the wineries and beaches of Kelowna, you won’t want to miss Myra Canyon; a note-worthy hike, loaded with breathtaking views and rich history. Also, sometimes called the “Kelowna Trestles,” this hike is one of the best things to do near Kelowna. Myra Canyon is a …