Banff National Park, Canada’s oldest and most popular, typically receives over 4 million visitors per year. Arguably, the most beloved spot within the park, is the Johnston Canyon hike. Each year approximately 1 million hikers explore the wonders of this Alberta gem. Accessed from the Bow Valley Parkway (Highway 1A, running parallel to the Trans […]
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Banff Juniper Hotel – A Meeting Place for Thousands of Years
The tops of the pine trees seem to whisper ancient legends in the breeze. At the hillside location, the Banff Juniper Hotel’s panoramic view is arguably one of the best in Canada’s first National Park. At the base of Mount Norquay Road, the Juniper looks out at Vermillion Lakes, Rundle, Sulphur and Tunnel mountains. More […]
Alberta Mountains – Wonderful to Weird Names
When driving through the mountains on our way to the ski hill or hiking trail, I never tire from the awesome beauty of the Alberta mountains. What has always intrigued me is the variety of mountain names. Where did they come from? What is their meaning or tribute? There are over 1000 named Alberta mountains […]
Quaint Cabins in Banff National Park – The Parkway Cabin Collection
The jaw dropping scenery of the Bow Valley Parkway leaves heads twisting to and fro as if in a scenic wilderness tennis match. With iconic mountains and plentiful wildlife, the parkway is one of the top five natural attractions named by Trip Advisor. Tucked into pine woods and forests among stunning vistas, between Banff and […]
Saskatchewan Arts on the Honour System – Freba Pottery
“It works. It works because a little trust goes a long way.” Marea Olafson’s wide smile and bright eyes await my reaction. Here in her Saskatchewan arts highway store Freba Pottery, I am a mixture of amazement and disbelief. “You leave the pottery store open 24 hours a day? And no one steals anything?” This […]
Top Banff View – Banff’s Best Kept Secret
Stunning images of Canadian Rockies hovering over sweeping valleys. In this mountain town, finding the best Banff view is a photography treasure hunt. Banff National Park is Canada’s oldest protected parkland and is designated a UNESCO World Heritage site as part of the Canadian mountain range. It has been beckoning world travelers for over 125 […]