With summer road trip season on the brain, because it’s unlikely we’ll be leaving Canada this summer due to travel restrictions, we’re re-publishing this post from a few years ago. In our completely biased opinion, there is no better place for a road trip than the Canadian Rockies in British Columbia and Alberta (read about […]
Jasper might just be the most Canadian town in Canada
Jasper – the most Canadian town in Canada? Nestled in the heart of the majestic Canadian Rockies, the lovable town of Jasper personifies Canada (and Canadians) in so many ways. When you think of Canada, what images come to mind? Do you think of pointy snow capped peaks? Misty coastlines with a single white and red […]
Jasper in January: Winter fun at Winterstruck
Jasper in January: Winter Fun at Winterstruck One of the reasons we visited Jasper during the winter was to experience its Jasper in January winter festival. For two weeks, the Rocky Mountain town and it’s residents host a series of activities and events that celebrate winter, including Arts on Ice, Wine in Winter, ATCO Street Party, Chili Cook Off […]
That time I explored Jasper National Park on a motorcycle
Exploring Jasper National Park by motorcycle Let me start by saying that I’m terrified of motorcycles. When I’m driving on the highway and a motorcycle rides next to me, I can’t help but think that person must be crazy to be riding so fast with virtually nothing protecting them. Okay, I’ll also admit that I’ve […]
Glacier Walking in the Canadian Rockies
Athabasca Glacier, Canadian Rockies, Alberta Walking on an alpine glacier is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that many feel is unattainable, an experience reserved for the ultra-fit or wealthy. While that may be true for most glaciers in the Canadian Rockies, the good news is that the Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure makes it possible for anyone to […]
When in the Canadian Rockies, you MUST visit THIS place
Maligne Lake in Jasper National Park, Alberta The Canadian Rockies are big. REALLY big. This spectacular mountain range stretches up and down Western Canada for hundreds of kilometers, splitting the border that divides Alberta and British Columbia. Because of this, there are literally hundreds (if not thousands) of beautiful lakes and mountain-scapes that will make […]
