Trip Ideas - Calgary

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Cat Skiing at “Ghost Town” Ski Resort of Fortress Mountain Near Calgary

Go skiing at the pristine mountain before the resort opens to the public. Located just outside of Calgary to the southwest, Fortress Mountain was a booming ski… Read more »

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Calgary Area Indigenous-Owned Businesses to Dine and Shop

The Indigenous-owned businesses you will see in Calgary cover various ways you can learn and support others, adventure out into the wild, and ways to treat yourself…. Read more »

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4 Reasons to Visit Saskatoon Island Provincial Park

Fall is a beautiful time to visit Saskatoon Island Provincial Park and Saskatoon Mountain Provincial Recreational Area for a number of reasons. The parks are located within… Read more »

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15 Fall Colour Hikes in Kananaskis Country

It is the season for wonderful colours! It is the time of year when Alberta’s trees and forests become a warm palette of beautiful fall colours. In… Read more »

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6 Reasons to Visit Fish Creek Provincial Park in Calgary This Fall

Fish Creek Provincial Park makes it easy to see a wilder side of Calgary. Escape some city noise and enjoy the park’s natural surroundings alongside the Bow… Read more »

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9 Ideas For Alberta Day Trips & Getaways For This Weekend – Aug 26 to 28

Planning a trip late in the summer in Alberta has never been so easy! We’ve found you festivals, cabins, campsites, and parks to check out this weekend,… Read more »

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12 Boardwalk Trails in Alberta For a Nature Stroll

In addition to being more accessible, the boardwalk trails around Alberta give us unique opportunities for enjoying nature without disrupting plants, animals, or their natural habitats. Many… Read more »

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25 of the Best Alberta Provincial Parks For Birdwatching

One of Alberta’s most underrated fall activities includes one of the province’s most populace groups: the birds! Birding, or bird watching, in Alberta, is an especially fun… Read more »

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25 Ideas For Romantic Getaways During Fall in Alberta

Fall is fast-approaching in Alberta! And rather than fear the cold air, we embrace the colourful scenery and cozy sweaters, or the romance you might find in… Read more »

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8 Ideas For Alberta Day Trips & Getaways For This Weekend – Aug 19 to 21

Pack a bag, as there are several reasons to plan a trip in Alberta this weekend! Summer music festivals and Alberta’s rodeos continue to entertain into August,… Read more »

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6 Adventures in Waterton Lakes National Park With Tamarack Outdoors

Tamarack Outdoors is a full-service outfitter for adventures in Canada’s southern Rockies. They operate their adventure company out of Waterton Lakes National Park, and their retail store… Read more »

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8 Ideas For Alberta Day Trips & Getaways For This Weekend – Aug 12 to 14

Treat yourself to a getaway this coming weekend; you deserve it! There are several unique accommodations to choose from this weekend which still have open spots for… Read more »

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5 Places to Go Ziplining in Alberta

Transform your next camping trip, road trip, or day trip into something more thrilling this summer. Whether you seek smaller thrills or big adventures, you can find… Read more »

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8 Ideas For Alberta Days Trips and Weekend Getaways – August 5 to 7

We are in the hottest days of summer in Alberta. These weekend getaway inspirations can help you to unwind on the hot days, help you to connect… Read more »

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15 Provincial Park Day Trips From Calgary

Plan your next summer day trip around Calgary’s closest Provincial Parks and Recreation Areas. Between the varied landscapes of southern and central Alberta, the Provincial lands and… Read more »

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12 Places For Ranch Vacations and Western-Themed Getaways in Alberta

Alberta’s farming and ranch history are over a century old, and there are working ranches all over the province. Did you know there are several ranches in… Read more »

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Mural Towns of Alberta: Places to See Intricate Wall Art

Alberta has an impressive amount of public art on display across its cities, national parks, and small towns. But none of these art collections are quite as… Read more »

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8 Ideas For Alberta Day Trips and Getaways For This Weekend – July 22 to 24

Alberta’s summer festivals are in full swing! The weather is warm! The beaches are full! It will make sense if you need to get away this weekend… Read more »

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Visit Lethbridge’s Historic Fort For Plenty of Summer Fun

The Galt Museum & Archives and Fort Whoop-Up promise a fun-filled summer in Lethbridge. They have planned events, feature experiences, and different ways to tour the grounds…. Read more »

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7 Ideas For Alberta Day Trips and Getaways For This Weekend – July 15 to 17

The festivals are on in Alberta this week and weekend! If you’re looking to get away, Stampede isn’t the only event you can create a vacation around… Read more »

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Hike to Crescent Falls From Bighorn River Lookout For a Spectacular Summer Hike

Combine a fabulous lookout and one of the most scenic waterfalls in Alberta with a hike from Bighorn River Lookout to Crescent Falls. Sure, you can easily… Read more »

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8 Alberta Day Trips and Getaways For This Weekend – July 8 to 10

Where to go this weekend? In Alberta, your weekend getaway can include cabins, tents, RVs, hotels, lodges, and yurts. Take a vacation this coming weekend and choose… Read more »

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8 Alberta Day Trips and Getaways For Canada Day Long Weekend

It is Canada’s 155th birthday this weekend and here are some ideas for your getaway: Vergreville for the Pysanka Festival For July Long Weekend, you can celebrate… Read more »

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Summer in Medicine Hat: Festivals, Adventures and Fun Activities

Welcome to one of the sunniest spots in Canada! Medicine Hat in southeastern Alberta takes all that sunshine and makes full use of it in the summer months with festivals, events, day trips, and more.

Here are some of the top ways to spend your summer in sunny Medicine Hat.