Off Track Travel’s Best Adventures in 2018
My, oh, my, 2018 was something of a crazy year for us. Here’s our highlights, including blogging conferences, a holiday on PEI and lots of outdoor adventure
Off Track Travel: Quarterly Catch Up, October to December 2018
This quarter started with a whirlwind of a 4000km road trip across the North American continent and ended with Christmas in Perth, Australia. Here’s a taste of everything we have been up to since then.
An Intro Paddling Guide to Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario
Algonquin. To canoeists, it is a legendary place of endless wilderness and adventure. It’s been on my wish list for over six years, ever since I first picked up a canoe paddle. Read the story of our six day canoe trip in Algonquin and then start planning your own Algonquin adventure with the included planning guide.
The Complete Guide to Travelling Canada in Winter
Travelling Canada in winter is beautiful and rewarding. It is not, however, without challenges. This guide explores how to overcome these difficulties alongside winter driving tips and a round up of the best places to visit in Canada in winter.
9 Extraordinary Kayak and Canoe Trips You Must Try in Canada
The waterways of Canada provide almost endless opportunities for paddling, whether in a kayak or canoe. If you’re looking for a more unusual paddling adventure, check out these tried and tested suggestions!
13 Fast and Fun Hikes in Nova Scotia, Canada
If you like day hiking, you’ll be spoiled for choice in Nova Scotia. Over seven weeks, we managed to explore several dozen beautiful day hikes and backpacking trails around the province. Here are thirteen of our favourite fast and fun Nova Scotia hikes!
Off Track Travel: Quarterly Catch Up, July to September 2018
This quarter took us to five provinces, one state, a travel conference and over 10,000+ km in our converted van. Plus, we’ve got some big news about our next steps….
Paddling the Trent Severn Waterway near Campbellford, Ontario
Ever looked at a lock system and wondered whether you can paddle through it in a canoe or kayak? Well, on the Trent Severn Waterway in Ontario, you can! We tried this out for ourselves on a recent visit to Campbellford in the Trent Hills region.
Finding Outdoor Adventure in the Gatineau Valley, Quebec
A place better known for forestry, the Gatineau Valley is becoming a new destination for outdoor enthusiasts. On a recent trip through Quebec, we checked out what is on offer in the Gatineau Valley for ourselves. Spoiler alert – it’s definitely worth the trip!
GMC Savana DIY Van Conversion Update 6: An Almost Finished Van
The biggest update yet! In just two weeks, our GMC Savana conversion really became liveable with a proper ceiling, cupboards, under bed storage, seating, solar panel system and more.
15+ Things to Do in Halifax in Summer, Nova Scotia
Halifax is a fun, friendly and young city, especially in summer. In fact, it rivals Vancouver for my favourite city in Canada. Here is everything we discovered about celebrating summer in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
In Search of Different: 4 Unique Nova Scotia Wineries
The wine industry in Nova Scotia is blossoming, with 18 wineries at last count. On our recent two-month-long Nova Scotia road trip, a number of Nova Scotia wineries especially stood out for their uniqueness. Here are our favourites!
Brier Island: Nova Scotia’s Hidden Gem
If you love the outdoors and want to explore beyond the beaten path in Atlantic Canada, look no further than beautiful Brier Island, Nova Scotia. It is the perfect tiny island paradise to disconnect from it all, a place to unwind and relax.
Cape Chignecto Coastal Trail Hiking Guide, Nova Scotia
Cape Chignecto Provincial Park hosts one of the few multi-day backpacking trails in Nova Scotia. It is quality over quantity in this case, as the Cape Chignecto Coastal Trail provides a beautiful, varied and challenging hike, showcasing the power of the huge Bay of Fundy tides. This is a backpacking trip not to miss.
6 Unique Ways to Enjoy Ottawa, Ontario
Mention a visit to Ottawa to anyone and it is likely that the conversation will focus on the array of national museums, the beautiful Rideau Canal and imposing gothic buildings on Parliament Hill. All are undoubtedly worthy places to explore in Ottawa (and to be sure, we did them too) but there are also some more unusual sights and activities unique to Ottawa that can make a great addition to any itinerary.
Off Track Travel: Quarterly Catch Up, April to June 2018
It’s time for a more personal update in the life of Off Track Travel. Here’s the lowdown on what we’ve been up to this April, May and June! Spoiler: it involves quite a bit of travel around Eastern Canada, a van conversion, citizenship ceremony and plenty of seafood!
5 of the Best Day Trips from Halifax, Nova Scotia
The capital of Nova Scotia, Halifax, has enough museums, parks and patio restaurants to keep any visitor busy for weeks. However, the surrounding area has too much on offer to miss! These are my top picks for day trips from Halifax, plus recommendations for extended stays in each region.
The Best Things to Do in Wolfville – Nova Scotia’s Coolest Small Town
Just an hour’s drive away from Halifax is Wolfville, a little gem of a gateway to the bountiful Annapolis Valley. For a place with a year-round population of only around 5000 people, Wolfville kicks well above its weight on the ‘things to do’ front.
3 of the Best Places to Camp on the Gaspé Peninsula
Planning a road trip around the Gaspé Peninsula in Québec? Camping is an ideal way to get back to nature and save money at the same time. This post features three of our favourite areas for Gaspésie camping – Forillon National Park, le Parc National de la Gaspésie and Percé.
The Cheapest (and Best!) Way to Send Money to Canada
An easy to understand round-up of the most popular money transfer methods, including the cheapest way to send money to Canada. Save yourself both time and money!