Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Canada”
Rocky shorelines, wind swept trees, endless lakes and rivers – these are the icons of the Canadian wilderness and Lake Superior has all of these aplenty. For us it was a 9-hour drive from the Toronto area, but the drive is worth it as you get access to this rugged, wild and sparsely populated region of Canada. Lake Superior is …
Banff is at its busiest in the summer months, but it is equally as beautiful in winter. Snow capped mountains, a beautiful winter wonderland, and a plethora of winter sports to keep you busy. Visiting in the winter can be more economical and a totally different experience then visiting in the summer. If you are an outdoor enthusiast or merely …
While we were in Australia, we did a lot of camping to explore around Melbourne and beyond. When we moved back to Canada, we wanted to take that enthusiasm we had for camping and exploring Australia with us and explore more of Ontario. So for our summer vacation this year we planned to spend 2+ weeks exploring Lake Superior and …
Visiting Quebec City is a great way to get your Europe fix without leaving the continent. With its cobblestone streets, historic Old City, and French language and influence, it is an incredibly unique destination in North America and one of the best places to visit in Canada. Located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, this UNESCO World Heritage …
Banff and the Canadian Rockies are one of my favourite places in all of Canada. The soaring snow capped mountains, colourful lakes, iconic wildlife and outdoor activities are magical. Banff National Park and the other Parks in the Rockies offer a taste of the Canadian wilderness that you find on brochures of Canada. Luckily my brother lives in Canmore and we have …
Note: a version of this post was published on the Travel Alberta website. Our family loves doing adventure activities together. We have zip lined in Nicaragua, snorkeled on the Great Barrier Reef and taken surf lessons in Sydney. As the kids get older the opportunities to participate in extreme sports and adventure activities is increasing and we are always looking for …
