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Toronto to Vancouver Road Trip: 24+ Great Places to Stop

A contrast of landscapes awaits on this transcontinental adventure, starting with the forested lakes of Ontario, the endless fields of the Prairies, the rugged Rocky Mountains and the temperate rainforests of British Columbia. This Toronto to Vancouver road trip guide highlights the top roadside stops on the 4,400km long journey across Canada.

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2 Week BC Coast and Rockies Road Trip: Detailed Itinerary + Map

Can’t choose between visiting Vancouver Island or the Canadian Rockies? You don’t have to! This two-week BC Coast and Rockies road trip route showcases both ocean and mountain regions as well as lush temperate rainforest and dry grasslands. Expect to see turquoise lakes, deep canyons, gorgeous sandy beaches, huge waterfalls and more.

A Quick Guide to National Park Fees in Canada 2021

National Park Fees in Canada: 2025 Guide

Planning to explore Canada’s amazing National Parks this year? Get prepared and learn what you need to know about the National Park fee system and Discovery Passes in 2023!

Turbine Canyon Backpacking Loop (North/South Kananaskis Pass): Complete Hiking Guide

The Turbine Canyon Backpacking Loop offers a golden opportunity to savour the magnificence of the Canadian Rockies in relative solitude. Also known as the North/South Kananaskis Pass Loop, this 3-day backpacking adventure offers breathtaking panoramas of huge snow-capped mountains, multiple glaciers, wildflower-studded alpine meadows, deep forested valleys and pristine lakes.

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Stettler, Alberta: Best Things to Do & Where to Eat

The ‘heart’ of Alberta can be found in the small yet surprisingly expansive town of Stettler. This local hub of 5k punches well above its weight, with more interesting things to do in the area than you may initially expect.

Best Things to Do in Alix, Alberta: Complete Village Guide

Blink and you may just miss the Village of Alix in central Alberta…and if you do, you’d miss out. Alix may be small, but it has a surprising amount of fun activities and things to do, with some being particularly unique to the area. Discover everything you need to know to spend a fun day in Alix, Alberta.

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The Great Divide Trail: Canada’s Most Epic Thru Hike

Stretching 1,123km along the formidable Rockies, the Great Divide Trail is Canada’s ultimate long distance hiking adventure. Discover a brief history of the trail, a route rundown and essential planning info as well as a summary of our own GDT section hike

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19+ Fun Things to Do in Lacombe: Central Alberta’s Most Happening Little City

Rolling countryside meets prairie in the small city of Lacombe, Central Alberta. Often cited as one of the best places to live in the province, Lacombe is up and coming on the travel scene as well. Always curious to explore lesser known places, we recently visited in both winter and late spring to see what Lacombe had to offer for ourselves.

Pigeon Lake Ice Golf Tournament: Alberta’s Most Unique Winter Event

Covered in 36 inches of ice and rippled with recently fallen snow, Pigeon Lake, near Edmonton, is an unlikely spot for a golfing tournament. But add in 240 golfers, 27 holes and buckets of brightly coloured balls and you have the most brr-illiant way to embrace the end of winter.

Maligne Lake: Complete 2025 Camping and Paddling Guide

Glacier-fed and surrounded by impossibly high mountains, Maligne Lake offers the most epic multi-day canoe trip in the Canadian Rockies. In this post, I’m going to tell you everything you need to know about planning a Maligne Lake canoe trip.

Overlander Mountain Lodge: Serenity at the Edge of Jasper National Park

The Overlander Mountain Lodge sits just two minutes drive from the east entrance gates of Jasper National Park. It’s the perfect base from which to explore one of Canada’s most spectacular natural areas. But this convenient location is only the first of many reasons to stay at the Overlander. Read on to discover more about the Overlander Mountain Lodge and why you should be planning a trip there ASAP!

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Exploring Rat’s Nest Cave with Canmore Cave Tours

The Banff area has some of the most impressive scenery in Canada but did you know that there’s also incredible beauty to be found underground as well? One of the largest cave systems in Canada is located in nearby Canmore, just 20 minutes drive east of Banff. Read on to discover everything you need to know about exploring Rat’s Nest Cave with Canmore Cave Tours!