15 Small Towns For a Weekend Trip in Alberta
There are several staycations around Alberta that you can create within our large provincial borders. Beyond Alberta’s Provincial Parks, National Parks, campgrounds, and big cities, you can… Read more »
Things to Do Around Chain Lakes Provincial Park in Alberta Where Ranchlands Meet Mountain Vistas
The Alberta foothills are filled with beautiful places to camp, explore, and adventure. And if a thrilling or adventurous getaway isn’t what you’re after, the foothills are… Read more »
Iron Horse Trail: 25 Things to Do to Make Best of Your Road trip
Discover some of Alberta’s hidden gems along the province’s longest trail network: The Iron Horse Trail! The historic trail allows ATV, horseback, and hiking, and the trails… Read more »
25 Ideas for Summer Vacation Trips in Alberta
There are multiple ways to create a memorable summer getaway in Alberta no matter your age, group size, or interests. These are ideas and inspirations for a… Read more »
Explore Dunvegan Provincial Park: Where Fur Trade History, Peace River Adventures, and Riverside Camping Come Together
Dunvegan Provincial Park offers a perfect mix of history, nature, and riverfront adventure in Alberta’s Peace River Valley. Visitors can camp beside the river, explore restored fur trade and mission-era buildings at Historic Dunvegan, paddle or boat along the mighty Peace River, and hike scenic trails with sweeping views.
Discovery Wildlife: Stay Overnight or Explore This Wildlife Sanctuary in Central Alberta
Discovery Wildlife Park offers a secure haven for orphaned animals, allowing visitors to observe native wildlife and beyond. Discovery Wildlife Park in Innisfail, a family-run establishment, is… Read more »
Victoria Day/May Long Weekend Trip Ideas in Alberta
If you haven’t made plans for your long weekend, there is still time. If you want those plans to involve some travel, you have many options for… Read more »
Frank Slide in Alberta: Visit the Site of Canada’s Deadliest Rockslide
There is no greater monument to Alberta’s coal industry and history than the site of the Frank Slide. The giant boulders which cover the sides of Highway… Read more »
Explore Dillberry Lake Provincial Park: A Peaceful Prairie Escape on the Alberta–Saskatchewan Border
A trip to Dillberry Lake in general could bring you to Alberta or Saskatchewan. The Dillberry Lake Provincial Park, however, is on the Alberta side of the… Read more »
20 Things to Do During Spring in Alberta
As the temperatures warm up during Spring in Alberta, the province begins to open up with more to do, more to see, and more reasons for getting… Read more »
Cross Lake Provincial Park: Ways to Explore This Nature’s Escape in North-Central Alberta
Don’t let this park’s name confuse you; Cross Lake Provincial Park is located on north-central Alberta’s Steele Lake. While it may be a small lake, this Athabasca-region… Read more »
Canadian Rockies Hot Springs Road Trip From Calgary
As the old adage goes, it is not about the destination but rather the journey. This rule should apply to every road trip, especially between Alberta and… Read more »
8 Places Named After Women to Visit in Alberta
Many of us have visited places like Lake Louise, Mount Edith Cavell, or Alberta’s parks. And some of us have visited these places over and over again…. Read more »
Rock Lake Provincial Park: Things to Do at This Hidden Gem Between Hinton and Jasper
Jasper National Park may be the major attraction west of Hinton. But within the area, and before any National Park border, are immense wilderness areas open for… Read more »
Spring Break Getaway Ideas in Alberta
Whether your break is from school or work, there are plenty of ways to spend a memorable vacation with friends and family in Alberta during spring break…. Read more »
A Quick Guide to Camping in Alberta’s National Parks
There are five National Parks in Alberta. A visit to the northernmost National Park, Wood Buffalo, requires a detour through the Northwest Territories with the campground located… Read more »
Reasons to Spend a Winter Weekend at Alberta’s William A. Switzer Provincial Park
Did you know there is a must-visit provincial park between Hinton and the Jasper Park Gates? While many of us usually drive on Highway 16 and beeline… Read more »
5 Winter Activities at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park in Alberta
Alberta’s northeastern Lakeland area has a small Provincial Park with a lot to offer. Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park, on Lac La Biche, is a small island… Read more »
5 Ways to Explore Gorgeous Ice Bubbles of Abraham Lake in Alberta
Among Alberta’s Rockies are gorgeous lakes, rivers, and forests, with numerous ways to explore the scenery. Along Highway 93 (whether heading west or east), your breath can… Read more »
Best Alberta Provincial Parks With Winter Camping & Exciting Activities
Winter camping makes for a big adventure. And in a place like Alberta, it is certainly worth bearing the cold or the snow. Many of the… Read more »
10 Alberta Small Towns to Revisit This Winter
What do we mean by revisiting, exactly? We want you to get out to Alberta’s towns which you know of and truly get to know them. You… Read more »
Winter Season Spa Getaways in Alberta’s Rockies
If you are planning an Alberta getaway this winter and want to focus on relaxation, you have the choice between a few excellent spa resorts. Spa hotels… Read more »
Top Ideas For Winter Holiday Getaways in Alberta
No matter what type of holiday or Christmas vacation you’re after, there is a way to make it happen in Alberta. These holiday getaway ideas for Christmas… Read more »
10 Small Towns & Cities in Alberta For a Holiday Getaway
For many in Alberta, winter or Christmas break runs from the week of Christmas to 1st week of January. This allows for plenty of time to travel,… Read more »























