Kimberley is a beautiful alpine town, located in British Columbia in the southern Kootenay mountains, and a perfect place to enjoy a Canadian weekend getaway. The town was originally home of the Sullivan Mine, which was once the largest lead-zinc mine in Canada. It operated from 1917 to 2001, but upon its close, the city …
Calgary is an energetic city in Alberta, Canada, in a picturesque river valley at the joining of the Elbow and Bow rivers. As the heart of Canada’s New West, Calgary is a dynamic jump off to enjoy the natural wonders and national parks nearby. The city is surrounded by rolling foothills and prairies, and only …
One of the premier wine regions in all of Canada, the Okanagan Valley runs roughly between Kelowna and Osoyoos (British Columbia) along highway 97. With over 200 vineyards, the Okanagan makes the perfect place to spend a few days (or a few weeks) wine touring and indulging in some Canadian wine. There is a lot …
The Okanagan Vally in British Columbia is a fantastic place to enjoy some fun-in-the-sun in Western Canada. This arid valley is filled with picturesque lakes, beaches, mountains, bike trails and endless sunshine, and is famous as one of Canada’s top wine producing area with over 200 wineries. Penticton itself is a small town of around …
Tucked into the Southern corner of the Alberta and Saskatchewan border, is a hidden gem called Cypress Hills. This interprovincial park is unique, as it’s the highest area of land between the Rockies and Newfoundland. The area is filled with rolling hills, beautiful forests, rare vegetation, unique wildlife, and glittering lakes. There are also a …
Cape Breton is an island located at the North Eastern end of Canada’s Nova Scotia province and is a magical spot to visit when exploring Canada’s Maritimes. From rugged coastlines to scenic lakes and colorful forests, it is a place of breathtaking natural beauty. The Island is home to one of Canada’s most beautiful National …
Ottawa is Canada’s beautiful capital city and a perfect weekend destination. The city is located on the border of Ontario and Quebec, straddling the Ottawa River in a beautiful river valley. Ottawa is the home of Canada’s Parliament and Government offices, many world-class museums, and galleries, and is steeped in Canadian history. The city features …
Although I’m a fan of slow travel, sometimes all you only get 4-5 days to explore a new destination. This was the case with my recent trip to the Canadian Maritime’s province of Nova Scotia. I started in Halifax, which is a great starting point for exploring Eastern Canada. Halifax was settled in the 1700’s …
Vancouver is a favorite city among Canadians and tourists alike, with its plethora of outdoor activities and urban adventures to be found. If you are planning your first visit, I recommend coming in the dry summer months when there are tons of outdoor activities to enjoy. The highlight of the West Coast is exploring the …
Fernie is the quintessential Canadian mountain town, that makes the ideal weekend get-away. It’s one of my favorite spots in the Canadian Rockies, and not just for its incredible ski resort. It’s about 3 hours drive of Calgary and has a host of outdoor activities and mountain adventures. Here is the perfect way to spend a weekend in …
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