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Places For Antique Shopping Road Trips Across Alberta
fYou’ll find many reasons to plan a road trip around Alberta cities and small towns. Shopping, especially before the holidays, can be one of these reasons. Whether… Read more »
10 of the Best Winter Activities and Adventures Around Crowsnest Pass in Alberta
Visitors to the Crowsnest Pass region of southern Alberta have options for year-round adventure. The landscape of foothills and mountains means room for sports like hiking, mountain… Read more »
BASIN Glacial Waters: An All-Sensory Thermal Bathing Experience Coming to Lake Louise
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise has announced the upcoming opening of BASIN Glacial Waters, a luxury thermal bathing facility located on the shores of Lake Louise. Designed to… Read more »
Winter Activities at Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Alberta
Escape to the south this winter in Alberta. Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park is in the southeast corner of Alberta and offers an interruption to the region’s flat… Read more »
Winter Adventures: Places Offering Dogsledding Tours in Alberta
You can get to know Alberta’s winter scenery a few ways: atop ski hills, on the cross-country ski trails, or from the back of a snowmobile. But… Read more »
Things to Do: What to Know About Kananaskis, Alberta
Kananaskis Country with its pristine views, alpine meadows with bountiful wild flowers and abundant wildlife is a hikers dream destination.
Small Towns in Alberta to Visit This Fall
Alberta’s cities sure do look good in the fall. But so do all the smaller towns around the province! Get out for a day or weekend this… Read more »
Explore Vulcan: Where Star Trek Meets Prairie History
As with many other Alberta towns, the history of Vulcan dates back to the early 20th century and CPR development. The railway and agriculture helped to build Vulcan, a place that once had nine grain elevators towering over it. It would only be by coincidence that a wildly famous science fiction series’ would share the town’s name. When visiting Vulcan today, all this history is on full display, including the Star Trek connection.
Red Rock Coulee: ‘Alien’ Landscape in Alberta Home to Large Spheroid Concretions
Some of Alberta’s landscapes seem…alien at times. The province has such drastic changes in scenery along its highways that these strange scenes often take you by surprise,… Read more »
A Day at the World Famous Gopher Hole Museum: Picnics, Photos, and Quirky Fun in Torrington
The history of Alberta’s most unique museum starts with, of course, gophers! The World Famous Gopher Hole Museum in Torrington (east-central Alberta) has those little critters to… Read more »
Sunflower Valley Farms: Alberta’s Massive Sunflower Field Returns For 2024 Season
Did you know that there is a massive sunflower farm in Central Alberta that welcomes visitors to its 60-acre flower field? Sunflower Valley Farms, located near Lacombe, is… Read more »
37 Alberta Parks You Should Add to Your Outdoor Adventure Bucket List
It is a tough decision: when planning a trip around Alberta, where do you visit first? The nearly 500 Provincial Parks, Recreation Areas, Ecological Reserves, and Wildland… Read more »
Wind Chasing Road Trip Across Southern Alberta
Southern Alberta is famous for its Chinook winds and is a place that sees a lot of strong winds in general. The winds can gain strength travelling… Read more »
Essential Guide to Summer Day Trips From Calgary – 100+ Day Trip Ideas
‘Tis the season for long drives, lakes, and day trips! If you’re looking for day trip plans from Calgary for your summer, we have you covered. These… Read more »
Hiking Escape to Alberta’s Rocky Mountain Tea Houses
There are many reasons to visit Lake Louise in the summer. The iconic Rocky Mountain Lake, its shores, and the resort area all offer ways to relax,… Read more »
Wildflower Walk: Explore Colourful Carpets of Flowers at Waterton Lakes National Park in June
You can find so many types of flowers in Waterton, in fact, that the National Park is dubbed the Wildflower Capital of Canada! The townsite of Waterton… Read more »
Vintage and Antique Stores in Calgary For a Unique Shopping Trip
What is old can be new again, especially with a day of antique shopping in the city. The vintage and antique stores in Calgary all carry their… Read more »
5 Reasons to Visit Vermilion Provincial Park This Winter
Located in Vermilion and the Vermilion River Valley, Central Alberta’s Vermilion Provincial Park is a hidden gem, particularly for winter activities. Boasting 23km of trails, many of… Read more »
15 Alberta Lakes to Visit For Winter Adventures
Alberta’s lakes aren’t only meant for summer visits. When the cold hits and waters freeze around the province, a whole new category of recreation opens in Alberta…. Read more »
15 of the Best Fall Activities in Jasper National Park
The wilderness of Jasper National Park awaits you this fall, with plenty of things to do and see, you won’t have any problems filling up your vacation… Read more »
10 August Day Trip Ideas From Calgary
With August upon us, now is the time to fit in as much travel as possible before the end of the summer. Kids and adults alike will… Read more »
25 Exciting Family Summer Day Trip Ideas From Calgary
There are several, almost countless, activities for you and your family near Calgary.
These family day trip ideas from Calgary can get you out of the city and experience something new together.
Choose between thrilling adventures, relaxing family getaways, or a mix of both. The areas around Calgary offer something for everyone and all ages, all summer!
10 July Day Trips From Calgary
Summer plans can take many forms. And if you’re simply looking to get away for the day (and be back home by night), there are still many… Read more »
Balloon Rides, Plane and Helicopter Tours in Alberta
There is a lot to see in Alberta: forests, lakes, rivers, mountains, desert, badlands, sand dunes, and all the cityscapes. So why not see as much as… Read more »