Natural wonders, destination attractions, art and culture and more. There are so many sights to see in the Great White North.
Having visited Banff several times a year for most of my life, I had never ridden the Banff Gondola up Sulphur Mountain. While standing on a mountain top can be pretty chilly in the winter, we decided to take the ride up and enjoy the views. Is the Banff Gondola worth it in the winter...
The Bonavista Peninsula is a must-see on your Newfoundland road trip. It offers the picturesque, historic towns of Bonavista and Trinity, stunning coastal scenery, lighthouses, historic sites, puffin viewing, and some of the best hiking trails in Newfoundland. Whether you’re visiting for...
Trinity is a historic town on the Bonavista Peninsula in Newfoundland. Beautifully restored buildings dot the hills of the small peninsula on which it sits. Though people have lived here for thousands of years, settlers began living and fishing here as early as the 16th century. The...
If you’re planning a trip to the Yukon, Whitehorse is the best and most practical place to start. It is the capital city of the Yukon, but it offers the best combination of small-town charm, endless outdoor adventure, and all the services families travelling with children appreciate. In...
St. John’s, Newfoundland, is one of the most interesting Canadian cities we’ve explored. Canada’s oldest city is known for its lively Maritime culture, colourful row houses and dramatic coastal scenery, and it’s a great landing point for your Newfoundland adventure. We recently...
The Yukon is vast, wild, and full of take-your-breath-away beauty. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, history buff, or adventurous family, this 7-day itinerary from Whitehorse to Dawson City blends outdoor exploration, Indigenous culture, quirky northern charm, gold rush adventure and...
Kootenay Lake from Queens Bay Tucked between the Selkirk and Purcell Mountain ranges, Kootenay Lake in British Columbia is ideal for relaxing and nature-focused family spring break. From natural hot springs to laid-back and historic lakeside towns to rocky beaches, waterfall hikes and...
Welcome to Dawson City, Yukon – a town so rich in gold rush history and quirky charm that it feels like you’ve stepped onto an old movie set, but with better coffee. The town is nestled between the Klondike and Yukon Rivers and is legendary for the rush of fortune seekers that swelled the...