Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Kyoto- Our 6 Favourite Locations
Every spring, cherry trees all across Japan explode into soft shades of pink, making it one of the most beautiful (and popular) times to visit. The landscapes become irresistible for…
6 Ways to Enjoy a Winter Trip to Jasper- The Best Winter Activities in Jasper National Park
Jasper National Park is a great place to visit year round, but it can be especially fun in the winter. Active travellers and outdoor adventurers will find plenty of activities…
Key West Sunset Sail- The Appledore V Schooner
Sunsets in Key West are a much anticipated, highly celebrated, beloved event. For us, there was no better place to enjoy the changing colours of the evening sky than aboard…
Visiting Dry Tortugas National Park and Fort Jefferson- Day Trip from Key West
Dry Tortugas National Park was the place I was most looking forward to visiting during our trip to the Florida Keys. I first discovered it in a photograph. It was…
Horseback Ride to the Plain of Six Glaciers Tea House- Lake Louise
It was our quest for new adventures in Lake Louise that led us try horseback riding for the first time, going all the way up to the historic Plain of…
Larch Valley Hike- Banff National Park’s Most Beautiful Autumn Hike
The Larch Valley hike near Lake Louise has been something Mike and I have been talking about doing for years, so this fall we finally decided to make it happen….
Hiking Mount Misen- Miyajima, Japan
One of the fondest memories of our trip to Miyajima Island was hiking Mount Misen. Seeing as Mike and I both love nature, history and experiencing the culture of a…
A Scenic Drive on the North Cascades Highway- Photo Series
On our way home from our Alaska cruise, we decided to take the scenic route back to Edmonton. Well, it was more of a scenic detour since it wasn’t even…
Hiking Jasper’s Valley of the Five Lakes
It was a beautiful day in May. Warm, sunny, a clear blue sky above and fresh mountain air to awaken the senses. It was the perfect weather for a casual…
Wildlife in Jasper National Park
Whenever I’m in the mood to see cute wildlife, Mike and I make a trip to Jasper National Park. Well, not every time because then we’d never be home! Jasper…
Grassi Lakes Hike and Scenic Walks in Canmore
When we were in Canmore for the Uncorked Food and Drink Festival, we needed to find a way to work off all the delicious calories we were consuming. Lucky for…
Canmore Helicopter Tour- Sightseeing in Alberta’s Rocky Mountains
I bow my head down as I walk into a brisk wind, the two strong blades of a helicopter loudly turning above my head. “I can’t believe this is really…
All Aboard The McKinley Explorer! – A Ride on the Scenic Alaska Railroad
It’s no secret that we love travelling by train! We’ve made many train trips over the years, but our journey on the Alaska Railroad was the most scenic train trip…
Denali National Park Bus Tour- Experiencing the Tundra Wilderness Tour
Denali National Park is one of Alaska’s most special places. Home to an impressive amount of large mammals and a beautiful landscape of high alpine tundra, the park’s shining star…
Winter in Jasper National Park- A Frosty Photo Series
Long, cold, and dreary. Those are all words that we Albertans tend to use when describing our winters. I can agree with the long and, most of the time, cold,…
The Maligne Canyon Ice Walk- Alberta’s Coolest Hike
Peering over the edge of a snow covered bridge, I have to catch my breath when I think about how far down the canyon below is. Fifty-one meters- the same…
8 Reasons to Visit Jasper in January (and All Winter Long!)
When people see pictures of Jasper, or hear about the fantastic opportunities for outdoor adventure, they don’t need much convincing to pay a visit. Jasper’s natural beauty sells itself! Once…
Snowshoeing in Jasper- Our First Experience and Why You Should Try it Too!
When I signed us up to go on a snowshoeing excursion in Jasper National Park, both Mike and I didn’t know what to expect. In all honesty, we were kind…
Into the Ice- Cruising to Margerie Glacier in Glacier Bay, Alaska
The scenery during our Alaska cruise was spectacular the entire way through, but nothing was quite as dramatic as sailing into Glacier Bay. Glistening in the mist, the smooth, turquoise,…
Driving the Klondike Highway- Alaska to the Yukon
When you arrive in Skagway on an Alaska cruise, one of your shore excursion options is to ride the train along the old White Pass and Yukon railway route. While…