Waterfalls too numerous to count. Rugged mountains hovering over hot springs and canyons. Pristine lakes and protected wildlife in two Canadian national parks. The Golden Triangle road trip offers the quiet of authentic mountain towns overflowing with soothing natural beauty. The Golden Triangle encompasses the warm side of the Rockies. Here snow arrives later, spring […]
The Rise and Fall of Glacier House at Rogers Pass
Discovering ‘Glacier House’ and ‘The Loops’ Along the hiking trail, we visually scan the clearing in the lush forest just below Rogers Pass in the heart of Glacier National Park in British Columbia Canada. We marvel at the neatly lined stone foundation remnants of what once was an iconic luxury railway hotel known as Glacier […]
The Confederation Bridge – Canada’s Engineering Marvel
The Confederation Bridge, connecting Prince Edward Island (P.E.I.) to New Brunswick is an engineering marvel and an amazing sight to see. Stretching 12.9 kilometres (8 miles), the Confederation Bridge is Canada’s longest bridge. It is also the longest bridge over ice covered water in the world. The story behind the astounding Confederation Bridge is a […]
Calgary Peace Bridge Vandalism – Peace No More
One million dollars in damage. With over 80 percent of the glass windows of Calgary Peace Bridge shattered, residents and visitors are left to wonder. Why would the individual, now arrested, use bricks and tools to cause such destruction to an iconic city structure? What is the Calgary Peace Bridge? Built to accommodate pedestrians and […]
Humboldt Water Tower – A Land Locked Lighthouse
(Updated August 2022) The sunlight twinkles off the freshly painted siding as if smiling at its own shimmering self. Should a first time visitor to Canada spot the Humboldt water tower, looking remarkably like an ocean side lighthouse, they may frantically double check their map. Situated more than 1500 km (930 mi) away from the […]
Packing Carry On For A Month – How To Travel Light
(Updated August 2022) She looks as though she is about to burst into tears. With her husband gently rubbing her back, the two travelers stare longingly at the luggage carousel. The now empty clanking belt refuses to give up the treasured suitcase. Seeing the glum expressions we silently thank the luggage gods that we have […]