Experience - Calgary

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25 Restaurants For Mother’s Day Brunch/Dinner/High Tea in Calgary

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, what better way to celebrate than a delicious brunch, high tea or dinner that gets delivered to your door (or… 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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20+ Florists for Exquisite Flower Bouquets in Calgary

Whether you want to treat yourselves, surprise your sweetheart or buy a bouquet for special occasions like weddings, mother’s day or anniversaries, here is a list of 20 local Calgary florists to get bouquets and flower arrangements.

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25 Must Do Scenic Lookout Hikes Near Calgary

If you are going to hike, you might as well choose a route with a culmination of breathtaking views and the feeling of being on top of… Read more »

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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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25 Restaurants For Dine-In or Takeout Easter Feasts in Calgary

This year celebrate Easter with an eggstra special at-home dinner or visit one of these Calgary eateries offering brunch, dinner or both. Wherever or whatever you choose indulge in some egg-cellent food and enjoy this time with family. Happy Easter!

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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 »

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25 Places to Go Camping in and Around Calgary

You do not need to drive much distance to find beautiful, scenic, or unique campsites around Calgary. To the west of Calgary, the highways are dotted with… Read more »

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15 Places to Order Smashable Cakes or Piñata Cakes in Calgary

If you are looking for a Piñata cake to celebrate your special occasion, here are 15 places in Calgary where you can order these custom cakes.

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Go Glamping With Kids at Sandman Hotels in Calgary

If you are in search of a wonderful spring break getaway with kids without leaving Calgary, then book a “Glamping experience” getaway at Sandman Hotels. Glamp inside… Read more »

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Alberta Parks’ 2021 Campsite Reservations to Open on March 4

Online camping reservations for Alberta Parks for 2021 summer season will open on March 4 at 9:00 a.m.

Online camping reservations for Alberta Parks for 2021 summer season will open on March 5, 2021 for comfort camping, March 4 for individual campsites.

Restaurants Offering Super Bowl Specials in Calgary

Restaurants Offering Super Bowl Specials in Calgary

Join in with fellow Calgarians for North America’s biggest sporting day. Here are some places to order game-day specials to watch the big game on big screens on SUPER BOWL SUNDAY.

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Top Ideas For Weekend Getaway Trip to Calgary

Planning a weekend away in Calgary? This guide has everything from food to nightlife to live entertainment to where to stay, and more. Calgary is a bustling city full of amazing artists, incredible restaurants, and a lot of fun people to share it all with. Alberta’s biggest city has a lot to offer, just come and see for yourselves. You can easily whip up an itinerary from the following tips, so read on to find your perfect weekend plans in Calgary!

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25 Alberta Hotels & Resorts Offering Valentine’s Day Staycation Packages

Your romantic getaway is waiting- right in your backyard. This Valentine’s Day, why not enjoy a romantic staycation at one of these Alberta hotels or resorts? Sip… Read more »

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Game Day Specials: 25 Calgary Restaurants to Order Game Day Food

Bring the arena experience to your living room this NHL/NFL season. While we may not be able to get together at the Red Mile, at bars and restaurants, or in large groups as we normally do, we can still eat well. Below are a number of Calgary pubs and restaurants offering Calgary Flames/NFL game day specials or perfect game day snacks.

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Where to Go Snow Tubing in Alberta

We are known for winter fun in Alberta: skiing and snowboarding, skating, hockey, tobogganing, and multiple places across the province offer snow tubing! This unique and thrilling… Read more »

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19 Places For a Romantic Winter Getaway in Alberta

When the nights grow long, and when the snow blanketed landscape beckons romance under its moonlit nights, visit these places in Alberta to celebrate the love that you share!

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15 Things to Do During Winter in Waterton Lakes National Park

During the winter months, you will find you have the glorious outdoors of Waterton Lakes National Park practically to yourself. Phenomenal vistas, adventures, animals and experiences await you here. Step away from the busy places and head south to find some peace and quiet amidst the sparkling, snow-covered scenery of Waterton.

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Ice Sailing, and Ice Driving on Ghost Lake

Ghost Lake, a reservoir built on a section of Bow River, Alberta is a water sports paradise near Calgary. When old man winter arrives, the lake that has a water surface area of 11.6 km2 freezes in December and remains so, until April. Frozen surface of the Lake is conducive to many winter recreational activities including ice sailing.

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17 Local Shops for Unique Christmas & Holiday Gifts in Calgary

Supporting local has never been more important than now. When you are thinking of gifts for everyone on your list make sure to check out these 17… Read more »

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8 Places to Get Hot Chocolate Bombs in Calgary

Hot chocolate bombs or hot cocoa bombs are the latest internet food craze. Wonder what they are? Hot chocolate bombs are chocolate shells of various flavours that… Read more »

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12 Places to Get Delicious Pumpkin Pies and Treats in Calgary

As the leaves start to fall around Calgary it can only mean one thing: autumn is here and it’s time to enjoy fall’s favourite dessert. We’ve got… Read more »

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This Cartoon Tunnel in Calgary’s Nose Hill Park by a Local Artist is the Perfect Place For All Those Who are Kids at Heart

The year is almost coming to an end with many COVID-19 restrictions still in place and it’s incredibly boring. You’ve tried to keep your kids entertained for… Read more »