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25 Alberta Summer Music Festivals to Look Forward to in 2022

Many of Alberta’s music and arts festivals are excited to be returning for the summer of 2022. Some festivals had a long hiatus and are preparing to… Read more »

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7 May Long Weekend Getaways Ideas in Alberta

It is the first unofficial long weekend of Summer. If you are planning a day trip or a short weekend away, here are 7 ideas for this… Read more »

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25 Alberta Adventures to Take With Your Teen This Summer

Entertaining older kids over summer break can be a challenge. Luckily, Alberta, its beautiful landscapes, and the local guides who operate here can help you tackle a… Read more »

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How to Explore Banff National Park If You Don’t Drive

Remove all the hassles of driving from your trip to Banff! You might be looking for ways to adventure this summer in Alberta without your car or… Read more »

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Shooting Stars: Watch the Skies for Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower

The Eta Aquariids are expected to peak during May 3-6, with maximum showers before dawn on May 5. The radiant rises around 1:40 a.m. local time and may not be very high in the sky for mid-northern latitudes.

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Calgary’s Chasing Summer Festival Announces 2022 Lineup, Tickets on Sale April 22nd, Presale April 20th

The premiere outdoor dance music festival in Western Canada returns to Calgary for its 2022 season with…a new chase, a new experience…bigger and better than ever. The… Read more »

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Open Top Touring: Step Back in Time & Explore Banff on Vintage Coaches

Explore Banff in luxury and style with a unique touring experience this year. Open Top Touring by Pursuit offers a 90-minute tour around Banff in their custom-made… Read more »

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5 Ideas for An Easter Weekend Getaway in Alberta

Choose between these five Alberta getaways for your Easter weekend. If you’re looking for last-minute travel ideas for the long weekend, we have some inspiration for you!… Read more »

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Going Camping in National Parks? Reservation Opening Dates For Parks Canada Campgrounds – 2022

Are you going camping in Canada’s National Parks this summer (2022)? Reservations are now open (have been open for some time) for some of the most popular… Read more »

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15 Short Term Rentals For a Romantic Winter Getaway in Alberta

An Alberta winter getaway can bring you to some of this province’s most beautiful snowy scenes- perfect for a romantic escape! You and a loved one can… Read more »

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12 Ways to Experience the Best of Banff Snow Days Festival

Winter in Banff is a cause for celebration! The Rocky Mountains come alive during the coldest and snowiest Alberta months, with a nearly overwhelming number of things… Read more »

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You Can Book Alberta Parks Campsites 90 Days in Advance Starting Jan 11, 2022

Alberta Parks is changing the way you book campsites in the new year. Instead of opening bookings for campsites on a single day, Alberta Parks will open… Read more »

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Nightrise: An Immersive and Multi-Sensory Experience to Light up Banff Gondola This Winter

Banff Gondola will be the newest venue for an immersive experience of light, sound and wonder created by Moment Factory with the participation of the Stoney Nakoda Nation.

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Guided adventures with SkiBig3 – 3 Day Canadian Signature Winter Getaway in Alberta

Experience Alberta’s three iconic ski resorts, Banff Sunshine, Mt Norquay and Lake Louise Ski Resort through the eyes of a local with SkiBig3’s Guided adventures and immersed in the… Read more »

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25 Alberta Resorts For a Summer Weekend Getaway

Whether you’re travelling north, south, east, or west to the Rockies, you will be able to find a number of hidden gems and all with their own… Read more »

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These Are the Top 10 Fine Dining Restaurants in Canada According to Tripadvisor

Tripadvisor has announced the winners of its yearly list of restaurants that won the 2021 Travelers’ Choice Restaurants awards. According to the press release, 2021 Best Restaurants… Read more »

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Must Do Indigenous Cultural & Heritage Experiences in Alberta

There are several ways to learn about Alberta’s Indigenous heritage and culture: dining at one of our Indigenous-owned restaurants, an afternoon of shopping and art gallery browsing,… Read more »

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Best Campsites in Alberta You Don’t Need to Reserve In Advance

Yes! Alberta does have many provincial Park campsites which are first-come-first-served (FCFS): 159 to be exact. Booking in advance can seem ideal, but there is a bit… Read more »

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18 Places For a Trip to See Hoodoos and Badlands in Alberta

You may already know about the number one place in Alberta for seeing the natural hoodoos: the Hoodoos Trail and lookout point east of Drumheller. But these… Read more »

Watch Amazing Theatre Performances From Across the World This Week/Weekend

Watch Amazing Theatre Performances From Across the World This Week/Weekend

With COVID-19 pandemic forcing theaters to shut their doors, many performing art centers have taken to being open virtually. We have listed a few theatre performances from… Read more »

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Quarantine Concerts to Watch Online This Weekend

A list of music performances live-streamed this weekend. All times mentioned are in ET. Watch Amazing Theatre Performances From Across the World This Weekend

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25 Natural Wonders You Should Visit in Alberta

It is not hard to find beauty in Alberta’s natural surroundings. This large province contains all sorts of wilderness to explore like waterfalls, mountains, glaciers, badlands and… Read more »

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Where to Stargaze in Alberta: Dark Sky Areas and Observatories

In Canada, you can find areas of dark sky preserved by both Parks Canada and Alberta’s Provincial Parks. Dark sky preserves ensure limited to no light pollution… Read more »

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Paid Parking at Lake Louise, Shuttle Reservations to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise

If you are planning to visit Canada’s busiest mountain Lakes this summer, then you need to plan ahead. Parks Canada is introducing a two-year paid parking pilot… Read more »