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20+ Unique Museums You Should Visit in Alberta

Alberta is home to an astounding number of museums, ranging from tiny sites to museums based on specific items, such as tractors and carriages. As well, the province boasts some of the most unusual museums in the country, including the famous Gopher Museum and the weird Museum of Fear and Wonder.

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2026 Edition of the 10-Day Alberta-Wide Restaurant Festival Returns This Weekend

Get ready to celebrate all things deliciously Albertan! Alberta on the Plate is a 10-day, province-wide restaurant festival. For the 8th edition of the annual food festival,… Read more »

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26 Places to Visit to Learn and Appreciate Alberta’s Cultural and Natural Heritage

When you wonder how you can explore Alberta’s heritage this summer, during the August/Heritage Day long weekend, or on Alberta Day, there are many parts of history… Read more »

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Things to Do in Alberta This August – 2026

Between music festivals, historical celebratory events, and rodeos, August is the perfect month to explore the diverse regions of Alberta.

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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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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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15 Scenic Road Trips and Drives in Alberta

Alberta is one of the perfect provinces for travelling, especially if you are looking for a pretty drive to keep you entertained. Of course, driving through the… Read more »

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Places to Go for Guided Whitewater Rafting in Alberta

The province of Alberta is full of opportunities to hop into a body of water or river, so it’s no surprise there are an amazing number of… Read more »

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25 of the Best Paddle Spots in Alberta – Canoe, Kayak, or Paddleboard

Paddling, via canoe, kayak, or SUP (standup paddleboard), can be a relaxing way to unwind, get some light exercise, or find the perfect fishing spot. Alberta has… Read more »

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25 of the Best Highway Scenic Viewpoints in Alberta

There are many ways to go about finding Alberta’s best viewpoints, lookouts, and scenery, but sometimes, all you need to do to find them is pull over… Read more »

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14 Places to Go For a Wildflower Walk in Alberta

It is a beautiful time of year in Alberta. Along with the lush greens of the river valleys and forests, the bright blue glacial waters, and the… Read more »

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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 »

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Alberta’s Best Views: Places to Find Parks Canada’s Red Chairs

Some of Alberta’s most iconic views are also the most relaxing! You might have already noticed a few pairs of Adirondack Chairs around National Parks in Alberta,… Read more »

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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 »

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From Lakes to Rivers: Alberta’s Best Scenic Boat Tours

What better way to experience the aquamarine waters of Alberta than on a boat cruise that takes one on a trip along the majestic views of the Canadian Rockies?

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Waterfront Campgrounds in Alberta to For a Summer Getaway

A waterfront campsite can offer many different advantages to different people. In Alberta, during the summer, waterfront camping offers instant access to many activities. For some, it… Read more »

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Columbia Icefields IceWalks: Explore Jasper’s Athabasca Glacier Up Close with Guided IceWalks

The glacier feeds two of Alberta and the Rockies’ major rivers: the Athabasca and Sunwapta. Both of these rivers and their valleys are teeming with wildlife and huge variety of flowers, trees, and shrubs. Getting close-up views of this massive ice sheet also gets visitors closer views of natural history through the ice’s recession, or the wild and unique formations you’d get to see on an IceWalks Tour.

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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. If you want those plans to involve some travel, you have many options for… Read more »

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5 Ways to Explore Columbia Icefields and Athabasca Glacier on the Icefields Parkway

Jasper National Park’s top natural attraction is open for the season! Along the Icefields Parkway are several natural attractions south of the Jasper townsite, including glaciers, waterfalls,… Read more »

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Shooting Stars: Watch the Skies for Lyrid Meteor Shower – Peaks April 21 & 22

It’s that time of the year again! Lighting up the sky in April is the annual Lyrid meteor shower, and you may get to see multiple bright… Read more »

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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 »

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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 »

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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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Team Canada Skates to First Short Track Medal and First Silver at Milano Cortina 2026

Canada opened its short track speed skating campaign at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games with a silver medal in the mixed relay, marking the country’s… Read more »