Vancouver is a city with lots of contrast. Visitors can enjoy the bustling city, inner city parks and waterfront, or the seek the quiet solitude of the western mountains. This three day Vancouver itinerary is designed to hit all the popular areas and some hidden gems are well. How to Get Around Vancouver Walking: The …
Ponta de São Lourenço Hiking Guide: Madeira
Ponta de São Lourenço is one of the most popular hiking trails on the Portuguese island of Madeira. This hike is located on the eastern peninsula and is known for its dramatic cliffs, rugged terrain, and breathtaking vistas. Ponta de São Lourenço offers an unparalleled hiking experience for adventurers and nature lovers alike. This comprehensive …
Calgary to Fernie, British Columbia: Weekend Family Getaway
Fernie is a small town is southern British Columbia, 70km west of the Alberta border. The town is known for having an annual accumulation of 30 ft of snow during the winter months. While Fernie attracts double its population in the winter thanks to its ski hills, it’s actually a bustling place to visit in …
Windtower Summit Hiking Guide
Windtower Summit is a moderate/hard mountain hike located in Kananaskis. With panoramic views of neighbouring mountains and lakes, it’s no surprise this steep mountain is a fan favourite. This Windtower Summit Hiking guide will provide all the details on how to safely complete this hike. Trail Information Required Park Passes As of 2021, a daily …
Lake Agnes Tea House Hike Guide
The hike to Lake Agnes Tea House is a very popular and beautiful route near Lake Louise. Located in the stunning mountain setting in Banff National Park, The Lake Agnes Tea House is a tourist hot spot, bringing in hundreds of visitors each year to its shores and surrounding areas. Built in 1901, this charming …
La Graciosa Day Trip: Hiking to Playa de Las Conchas
La Graciosa is the eighth and smallest island of the Canary Islands Archipelago. Located just 2km north of Lanzarote, it is home to a population of 700 residents and is approximately 29km2. With beautiful, secluded turquois beaches and a unique terrain, it’s no surprise this island it is becoming increasingly popular with mainland locals and …
12hrs of Scenic Walking through Edinburgh
The best way to explore a historic city, or any city for that matter, is by walking it. Ditch the taxi or car, put on a pair of comfortable shoes and hit the sidewalk. Edinburgh is a very friendly, walkable city. Most of the popular sites and attractions are located a short distance from each …
Hiking Scotland’s West Highland Way: Bridge of Orchy to Fort William
The West Highland Way is a 154km journey across the highlands, moors and lochs of Scotland. The route is broken into 8 stages or days beginning at Milngavie and ending in Fort William. While 8 days of walking sounds like dream, the unpredictable weather, long distances and elevation gains may dissuade those from attempting it. …
Family Friendly Hikes in Drumheller
I recently returned from a weekend getaway in Drumheller, Alberta, with my family. We explored museums, ate delicious food and of course laced up our hiking boots. In terms of weather, May can be an unpredictable month in Alberta. Mountain passes are still covered with snow, so we headed east towards the prairies and Badlands. …
How to Spend a Weekend in Drumheller
Drumheller, also known as the Dinosaur Capital of the World, is a small town located in Alberta, Canada. With a population of under 8000 people and a climate that boasts extreme temperatures year round, it’s no surprise that the town isn’t on everyone’s bucket list; which is unfortunate, because it should be. While practically unknown …