Skiing at Whistler has been on our bucket list for years. After moving to Canada last year we knew we couldn’t wait any longer to get to one of the most famous ski resorts in the entire world. We heard many good and bad things about Whistler Blackcomb, and knew … Read More
Where to Stay in Banff • The Best Banff Lodging You Can Find
So you’ve decided you’re going to Banff and are now wondering where to stay in Banff. The Rocky Mountains of Canada are known the world over for their majestic beauty. The Rockies span a distance of almost 5000 kilometers across British Colombia and Alberta, and within that area are a … Read More
Bourgeau Lake Hike to Mount Bourgeau in Banff National Park
Mount Bourgeau is a 2,931-metre (9,616 ft) tall mountain in the heart of Banff National Park promises some extraordinary views. It’s easily accessible from the town of Banff and Canmore as it’s only a 10-15 minute drive to the parking area. This makes it a great hike for those staying in Banff … Read More
Scrambling Observation Peak on the Icefields Parkway
Have you heard of the Instagram famous Peyto Lake? Most visitors park in the nearby carpark and walk up an easy 10 minute maintained path to see it in the summer. However those looking for an alternative more adventurous way to see Peyto Lake and the rest of beautiful Baff … Read More
A Hiking Guide to Paget Peak Scramble (plus Sherbrooke Lake) in Yoho National Park
After feeling couped up for a few days we decided to head into Yoho National Park and scramble up Paget Peak. Paget Peak is often recommended to those that want to start scrambling in the Canadian Rockies. It’s an easy scramble, with nothing technical involved. It’s also one of the … Read More
Hiking Mount Allan in Kananaskis Country • A Smart Hike Guide
Hiking Mount Allan is one of the most popular hikes to do in Kananaskis Country. It’s easily accessible and rated as a moderate with absolutely nothing technical with hardly any scrambling involved. This makes it a very fun and rewarding hike for all to enjoy in the beautiful Canadian Rockies. … Read More
38 Best Things to do in Banff, Canada (From a Local)
If you are looking for the best things to do in Banff we have you covered! We visited this little mountain town a few years back and fell in love so much that we decided to move to the Canadian Rockies. There’s really nowhere quite as special as Banff National … Read More
Hiking Windtower Near Canmore • A Smart Kananaskis Hike Guide
Windtower is one the shortest, but most rewarding hikes we tackled last summer. We had never even heard of it, but thanks to a friend’s recommendation we decided to drive down the Smith Dorrien Highway and get it done! After a fun four hours, I am so happy that we … Read More
Hiking Smutwood Peak in Kananaskis Country • A Smart Hike Guide
The hike up Smutwood Peak was easily one of my favorite hikes of the summer. When we set out to tackle Smutwood we had no idea it was going to be so beautiful. Thanks to numerous photos circulating around social media, this Smutwood Peak hike has become increasingly more popular. … Read More
16 Ways to Have an EPIC Banff Christmas
Christmas time in Banff is one of the best times to visit Banff National Park. Sure December is cold in Banff, but who cares when it literally looks like the inside of a snowglobe! I love Banff around the holidays, I don’t think I’ve ever spent Christmas somewhere more scenic. … Read More
