Lesser Slave Lake Provincial Park is located nearly in the heart of the province of Alberta, about a 3 hour drive northwest from Edmonton. It’s known for its natural beauty, and the Marten Mountain Viewpoint, but it’s known best for being one of Canada’s most remarkable birdwatching locations. Our resident birdwatching expert, Carol Patterson, is […]
The Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, regularly called simply “Château Frontenac,” was completed in 1893, and is the most famous of Canada’s grand railway hotels. Not only is it the most photographed hotel on the planet, but it’s also one of Canada’s great architectural treasures, and staying here is a bucket-list worthy Canadian travel experience. Hans […]
Armstrong’s population is only about 5000 strong, but when it comes to agritourism, they know how to pack a punch. Carol Patterson visited to check out the Bloom Flower Festivals, farmers’ markets, as well as shops and cideries. Read all about how you can embrace this growing city, where they clearly know how to grow. […]
The Saint Boniface Winnipeg neighbourhood is one of the most culturally-rich and beautiful areas of the city. Here’s everything you should see. An old friend of mine recently sent me a message asking for a favour. Friends from Quebec were embarking upon a cross-Canada road trip and aimed to spend a few days exploring the […]
It’s a dream trip for almost anyone who knows and loves fishing – a few days of salmon fishing on Canada’s Vancouver Island in British Columbia. It’s a good bet it’s on many dedicated fishers’ bucket-lists, no matter where on this globe they happen to find themselves. Ron Pradinuk tells us how to make the […]
Kingston is one of Canada’s great cities whether you’re looking at it historically as Canada’s first capital or as a brilliant to place to plant yourself for a few days a get a real taste of the Limestone City. Kingston, in our humble opinion, is one of the most underrated cities in this nation. You’ve […]
Nova Scotia offers a world of delight. These fun and incredible Nova Scotia facts will help fuel your curiosity as you travel the province. Nova Scotia, where breathtaking landscapes, maritime culture, and warm, smiling locals seem to be around every corner. This charming province is nestled on the southern edge of Canada’s East Coast and […]
Driving to the Arctic Circle is one of Canada’s great adventures (and road trips)! Carol Patterson walks us through what you need to do to prepare for the trip, and where to stop along the way. My hands grasped the steering wheel so tightly my knuckles turned white. The road was a twisting, gnarly swirl […]
From incredible landscapes to magical museums, discover why there are more things to do in Winnipeg than meets the eye. Sitting snugly in the heart of the Canadian prairies, Winnipeg, Manitoba is a city that defies expectations. Known as the “Gateway to the West”, this hub of transportation and commerce has been the butt of […]
Steveston, British Columbia is much more than just a cute and photogenic fishing village. It has a rich, important history that visitors would be wise to dive into when they’re visiting. In this article, Hans Tammemagi tells you the story of this village, and lets you know how you can access it on your own […]