“What is there to do in Banff in winter” is a question I get asked a lot. There may actually be MORE things to do in Banff in winter than in summer. There are activities galore for all ages and…
3 Reasons to Visit Banff in Winter
The most recognizable images of Banff National Park are from summer but there are plenty of reasons to visit Banff in winter. Below are three important factors to consider when planning your trip to the Canadian Rockies, and I’m also…
Best Yoga Retreat in Canada – Nectar Yoga
Nectar Yoga retreat on Bowen Island has been on my bucketlist for 2-3 years. If you’re looking for a yoga retreat that encompasses yoga and meditation, the outdoors, healthy eating, and a bit of luxury, then I highly recommend Nectar….
A GUIDE TO MORAINE LAKE IN BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Moraine Lake is hands-down one of the most popular destinations in Canada for visitors and photographers alike. And for good reason. Not only is the vibrant turquoise lake absolutely breathtaking but Moraine Lake is also iconic to many Canadians because…
The Ultimate Guide to Tofino
Updated July 2021 – Hands down one of our favourite places to visit is Tofino BC so I put together this guide to Tofino with all my recommendations. Whether you only have 3 days in Tofino or an entire week,…
24 Hours in Victoria, BC
Victoria BC is only about 100 km from Vancouver but sometimes I forget it’s really that close. My stepdaughter recently turned ten years old and I wanted to treat her to a little getaway to mark the special occasion, being…
Four Lakes Trail Hike at Alice Lake
Four Lakes Trail at Alice Lake Provincial Park is one of my fave spots for hiking or trail running in Squamish. The park contains a campground, four lakes, and a series of hiking and biking trails, and is about five…
Decker Loop Hike on Blackcomb Mountain
Of all the trails in Whistler BC, these Blackcomb Mountain hikes might be the least known but have the best views. Decker Loop and Overlord Trail have been two of my favourite hikes but now that the new Blackcomb Gondola…
High Note Trail Hike on Whistler Mountain
Without question, my favourite hike to do every summer is the Hike Note Trail on Whistler Blackcomb. The views are extraordinary, with vast mountain vistas and the most stunning view of Cheakamus Lake in Garibaldi Provincial Park. If you go…
Blackcomb Ascent Trail Hike
The Ascent Trail on Blackcomb Mountain may be one of the most accessible hikes from Whistler Village. It starts right from the upper village, just behind the Fairmont Chateau Whistler (or the family adventure zone if you’re more familiar with…
TRAVEL GUIDE TO INUVIK, NORTHWEST TERRITORIES
I’ve been lucky to have traveled to 40-some countries around the world, and I’ve seen some extraordinary places, however my recent trip to Inuvik, Northwest Territories in Canada’s far north, may be one of my favourite trips of all time….
SUMMER SOLSTICE IN CANADA’S ARCTIC: TUKTOYAKTUK
I recently checked a massive dream trip off my bucket list and that was visiting Tuktoyaktuk, Northwest Territories – the most northern mainland community in Canada – on June 21, the summer solstice. The solstice also happens to be my…