Weekend Getaways - Central Alberta

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7 Alberta Day Trips and Getaways For This June Weekend – June 17 to 19

Looking for some inspiration on how to enjoy the beautiful weather in Alberta? Here are a few ideas for a weekend getaway in Alberta from June 17-19…. Read more »

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8 Alberta Day Trips and Getaways For This June Weekend

There are many ways to spend your weekend in Alberta now that the weather is nicer, and the snow is gone. The festivals are returning, the flowers… Read more »

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7 Ideas For a Day Trip or Getaway This Weekend in Alberta

It is time to get into the summer mood here in Alberta. Here are a few trip ideas for this coming weekend in all different parts of… Read more »

10 Adventure Parks For a Thrilling Summer in Alberta

10 Adventure Parks For a Thrilling Summer in Alberta

There are so many ways to get your thrills and adventures in Alberta this summer. From small adventure parks aimed at younger kids to adrenaline-pumping adventures, these… Read more »

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8 Getaways and Day Trip Ideas For This Weekend in Alberta – May 27 to 29

From rodeos to balloon festivals and camping, here are some ideas for a getaway this weekend in Alberta. St. Albert Rainmaker Rodeo & Festival After a few… Read more »

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20+ Fun Things to Do in and Around Leduc This Summer

The areas south of Edmonton are not just farmland and prairies. In the summer months, Leduc, Leduc County and its lakes, the bordering North Saskatchewan River, and… 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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11 Pioneer Villages in Alberta For a Fun Filled Educational Day Trip

There is something special about exploring life-sized museum exhibits. Alberta’s pioneer villages and pioneer museums allow us to venture into the past by touring preserved buildings, shopping… Read more »

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8 Ideas For a Getaway This Weekend in Alberta – May 13 to 15

Here are 8 suggestions for a getaway this weekend:

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15 Weekend Getaways to Celebrate Mother’s Day in Alberta

It might be time for a big gesture on Mother’s Day. Here are a few different ways you can treat her to a special weekend with 15 … Read more »

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7 Getaways for This Weekend in Alberta: April 29 to May 1

With the weather warming up, there are more and more things to do in Alberta! Check out these ideas for a weekend getaway April 29-May 1st. You… Read more »

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7 Weekend Getaways and Road Trips For This Weekend in Alberta

Looking for a bit of escape this weekend? From briding to comfort camping under the stars, here are seven trip ideas in Alberta for April 22-24th, 2022…. 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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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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9 Reasons Why You Should Plan a Winter Getaway to Sylvan Lake

Sylvan Lake is usually thought of as a summer destination. But this lake town doesn’t slow down at all in winter. With everything the town has planned… 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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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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Summer Adventures in David Thompson Country, Nordegg & Rocky Mountain House

Where is Clearwater County you may ask? This area of the province of Alberta is not commonly recognized by its county name, but rather by the attractions… 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 »

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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 Places to Go Camping In & Around Edmonton

No matter your definition of ‘camping,’ there are plenty of options for enjoying Alberta’s starry night skies, forested hills, sandy beaches, and fish-filled lakes this spring and summer near Edmonton.
Here are 25 places to go camping within 3 hours of Edmonton – from private parks and campsites to National Parks and from cabins and tipis to RV camping.