Weekend Getaways - Edmonton

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15 Must-Visit Lakes in Alberta

Alberta’s must-visit lakes get their title for many reasons. Many of the province’s Rocky Mountain lakes are some of the most beautiful (and possibly most-photographed) lakes in… Read more »

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5 Ideas For an Alberta Getaway This Weekend – July 14 to 16

Say so long to wherever home is this coming weekend! During mid-July in Alberta, there are many reasons to get out of town and make the most… Read more »

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Five Alberta Getaways For This Weekend: July 7-9, 2023

There are some exciting ways you can spend the upcoming weekend in Alberta while getting away from home. Pick from festivals, unique vacation rentals, campgrounds, and glamp… Read more »

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Glamping Resorts: New Ways to Stay at Alberta’s Castle Provincial Park

Castle Provincial Park is a favourite camping spot for many Albertans. The Rocky Mountain Park is located west of Lethbridge on Highway 1 and covers foothills, mountains,… Read more »

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5 Ideas For an Alberta Getaway This Weekend – June 16 to18

Spend your last official spring weekend getting out of the city or away from home. Alberta is a treasure trove of things to do during June. You… Read more »

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5 Ideas For an Alberta Getaway This Weekend – June 9 to11

The summer fun kicks off this weekend in June! This is when the summer festival season starts to get going in Alberta. Below are some ideas on… Read more »

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Escape to Solitude: Gooseberry Lake Provincial Park in Alberta

Thanks to its remote location, Gooseberry Lake Provincial Park is a quiet place for anyone to relax and unwind. The small prairie lake and remote park are… Read more »

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5 Ideas For an Alberta Getaway This Weekend- June 2 to 4

If you’re looking to start your summer getaway plans a little early, then early June is the perfect time to start. Alberta is back in summer mode… Read more »

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Boats, Birds, and Beaches: Summer Fun at Park Lake Provincial Park Near Lethbridge

Alberta’s lesser-known provincial parks, like Park Lake Provincial Park, offer an ideal setting for a delightful family getaway. The lakes are free from the hustle of fast-moving… Read more »

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6 Ideas For a Getaway This Weekend in Alberta – May 26 to 28

Looking to get away but aren’t sure where to go? Alberta has hundreds of vacation ideas and options for any given weekend. Below are some ideas for… Read more »

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Victoria Day/May Long Weekend Trip Ideas in Alberta

If you haven’t made plans for your long weekend, there is still time. And if you want those plans to involve some travel, you have many options… Read more »

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Places to Go Glamping and Comfort Camping Near Edmonton

Camping can be such a hassle. Luckily, several places near Edmonton take all the work out of camping. Edmonton is within an hour’s drive of glamping resorts… Read more »

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10 Yoga Getaways & Retreats in Alberta

Take a deep breath in! Find a true sense of peace and calm with your next vacation. There are several upcoming yoga retreats offered by a variety… Read more »

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10 Mother’s Day Weekend Getaway Ideas in Alberta

Mother’s Day is all about showing our appreciation. Thank Mom for all the wonderful things she’s done with a spring getaway. There are many ways to treat… Read more »

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25 Beaches For a Sunny Weekend Getaway in Alberta

It is turning out to be a great summer for swimming, beaches, and lakes! The warm weather is begging you to take a trip to one of… Read more »

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10 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 »

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15 Resorts & Hotels For a Spring Break Getaway in Alberta

Spring Break in Alberta is a great time to get away. Get away from the city, your town, or your daily life and enjoy the start of… Read more »

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An Overview of Crown Camping in Alberta

With so many ways to camp in Alberta, the simplest way could be the best. The simplest, least fussy way to camp in Alberta is on the… Read more »

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8 Reasons to Visit Pincher Creek This Summer

Take your travels to southwestern Alberta this summer! The town of Pincher Creek is in the perfect spot for offering local summer events, beautiful outdoor recreation spaces,… Read more »

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A Beginner’s Guide to Camping in Alberta Parks

There are so many ways to camp in Alberta. Parks Canada operates five National Parks in Alberta with camping, and there are hundreds of municipally run campgrounds… Read more »

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Embrace the Cold With These Indigenous Winter Tours and Activities in Canada

For Indigenous peoples, winter has been a highly anticipated and valued season. Following the gathering of food and the creation of long-lasting clothing and tools in the… Read more »

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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 »

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5 Winter Activities at Lesser Slave Lake Provincial Park

Lesser Slave Lake Provincial Park takes up a small portion of the lake’s expansive shores. The park is on the northeast edge of Lesser Slave Lake, with… Read more »

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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 »