Canadian Rockies Road Trip Itinerary- 8 Days in Alberta’s Rocky Mountains
A trip to Alberta wouldn’t be complete without doing a road trip in the Canadian Rockies. The drive from Calgary to Jasper is one of the finest road trips in…
4 Romantic Winter Getaways in Alberta
Albertans love to complain about our long winters, but rather than dreading Canada’s coldest season, we think it’s the perfect time to have a romantic weekend away. Covered in a…
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…
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…
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,…
Photo of the Week: Mule Deer in Jasper National Park
As a huge animal lover, I am always on the lookout for wildlife when I travel. While I don’t always have the best of luck in some destinations, I never…
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…
Stargazing at the Jasper Dark Sky Festival
Jasper National Park is a great place to visit all year round, but is especially enjoyable in October when the sky takes centre stage for Dark Sky Month. What is…
Pyramid and Patricia Lakes- Jasper National Park
Ahh…Jasper. Every time I visit I don’t want to return to my city life. Sparkling blue lakes reflecting postcard-perfect Rocky Mountain views, leave me feeling calm and serene every time….