We’ve done a lot of travel in Canada from coast to coast. Whether you’re looking for information about train travel, road trips around Vancouver Island or the Canadian Rockies, or if you want to explore Canada’s Maritimes we’ve got you covered.
Some of our favorite cities in Canada to travel to include Victoria and Vancouver, BC; Calgary, Alberta; and Halifax, Nova Scotia. We continue to plan more and more trips, so check back for even more fun.
National Parks we cover here: Banff, Jasper, Yoho, Kootenay, Glacier, Mount Revelstoke, Kejimkujik and more.
We’ve also taken the time to write a lot about the many Canadian hotels we’ve enjoyed. From Fairmont hotels in the Rockies to trendy renovated motels on the coast, we’ve got a wide variety of Canadian stays to recommend. Enjoy, and please let us know if you have any questions or need help planning travel in Canada!
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Staying at the Prince of Wales Hotel in Beautiful Waterton National Park, Alberta
The Prince of Wales Hotel in Waterton Lakes National Park is a bucket list, vintage lodge you MUST plan for. Learn more about this beautiful hotel in Alberta and why it’s a quintessential Canadian stay.
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Rocky Mountaineer Train Journey: Guide to Planning and Travel Tips
A Rocky Mountaineer train trip is a once in a lifetime journey full of beautiful landscapes and top shelf hospitality. See what to expect on the train, how to plan the complete experience and all about the cost of the Rocky Mountaineer.
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Train from Vancouver to Banff: Rocky Mountaineer First Passage to the West
Taking the train from Vancouver to Banff is an awesome experience on the Rocky Mountaineer. From top notch dining to seeing wildlife from the train, this is everything you need to know to plan this unique train journey.
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15 Things to do in Banff and Canmore Without the Crowds
Despite its popularity, there are lots of great things to do in Banff without crowds. Between unique Banff activities and exploring the Canmore area, see what adventures you can enjoy easily in the Canadian Rockies.
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20+ Awesome Things To Do in Victoria BC Kids Will Love
The best things to do in Victoria BC with kids includes everything from really cool (and strange) museums to scavenger hunts around the city. Boat rides, Chinatown and Butchart Gardens await in Victoria BC.
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Review of Coast Coal Harbour Vancouver Hotel: Awesome Location and Great Accommodations
The Coast Coal Harbour Hotel in Vancouver BC may not seem like the top pick for a weekend trip, but between its location and amenities, you’ll see why it’s our go-to for low key, fun trips to Vancouver. Details on hotel accommodations and things to do near the Coast Coal Harbour Hotel.
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Vancouver Island Road Trip Loop: Victoria, Campbell River and Beyond
The Vancouver Island road trip is a quintessential Pacific Northwest experience. From Victoria BC to Tofino and the Strait of Georgia, we’ve got a road trip plan that’s amazing for a week on Vancouver Island.
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Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise – a Top Shelf Experience in the Canadian Rockies
Staying at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is a bucket list travel experience for many. See all the details about rooms, restaurants, amenities and things to do at the Chateau Lake Louise. This is a complete review of staying at the Chateau, including Fairmont Gold information.
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Things to Do for a Weekend in Vancouver BC – Easy Plan, Lots of Fun
There are countless things to do in Vancouver for a weekend visit, but I’ve sorted through our many trips to pick our favorites. From First Nations art and biking to things to do just outside of town, this weekend guide to Vancouver is ideal for planning an easy trip.
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Mount Royal Hotel in Downtown Banff – Perfect Location and Rooftop Hot Tubs
If you need a nice place to stay in downtown Banff, the Mount Royal Hotel is THE place. With rooftop hot tubs, a lounge for guests and spacious rooms it’s a fantastic home base for exploring Banff National Park.
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Review of the Fairmont Palliser Hotel in Downtown Calgary, Alberta – WOW.
We just stayed at the historic Fairmont Palliser Hotel in downtown Calgary and this is our review. Details about what we liked, the hotel amenities and ideas for fun things to do in downtown Calgary.
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Gorgeous Canadian Rockies Road Trip: Banff, Jasper, Yoho and More
The Canadian Rockies road trip is one of the most beautiful drives in Canada. Visiting Banff, Yoho, Kootenay, Glacier, Mount Revelstoke AND Jasper National Parks, this is the ultimate summer road trip plan.
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Staying at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver- the Castle in Downtown Vancouver
Review of the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, from room types to things to do in Vancouver BC. See what to expect of the rooms, dining and other amenities at this high end Vancouver hotel.
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30+ Things to do in Nova Scotia: visiting Halifax and beyond
Nova Scotia is a bucket list destination for many. After spending five days exploring and experiencing Halifax, the South Shore/Lighthouse Route and Bay of Fundy, we’ve nailed down 30+ things…
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Taking the Victoria Clipper from Seattle: everything you need to know (and a Victoria itinerary)
Having visited Vancouver Island and more specifically Victoria many times we definitely have some good advice for planning a trip to Victoria BC. With four different options for getting there,…
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Christmas in Victoria BC: Awesome Holiday Happenings and Beautiful Sights
Christmas in Victoria BC is gorgeous and full of holiday lights. Best things to do at Christmas from Butchart Gardens to festivals and markets. #Christmas #holiday #Victoria #Canada
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Planning a 3 Day Getaway to Victoria BC: breweries, gardens and more
We are fortunate to live in Seattle, Washington. It’s close to the ocean, mountains, countryside and several other metropolitan areas. One of our favorite cities to visit locally is Victoria BC. …
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Top Hotel Recommendations in Victoria BC (and some unique stays!)
There are tons of hotels in Victoria BC, but after 15 years of visiting we’ve picked out favorites, from family friendly hotels to luxury stays in Victoria.
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Best Banff Ecotours: Great Nature-first Adventures In The Canadian Rockies
With more and more families choosing outdoors vacations with trips into nature, it’s become increasingly important to be thoughtful and have low-impact travel be at the forefront of planning. We…
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Halifax Nova Scotia – Beautiful Spots And Best Things To Do
Halifax, Nova Scotia is a beautiful city, surrounded by water and history. These are the best things to do and eat in Halifax, recommendations for where to stay, and when to visit Halifax.
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Nova Scotia Lighthouse Route: Most Beautiful Road Trip In Canada
Known as the Nova Scotia Lighthouse Route, he south shore out of Halifax, the capital city of Nova Scotia, is a wonderful, colorful adventure. The lighthouse route is fun and beautiful, one of the best road trips you can do in the Maritimes of Canada.
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Best Canadian Cities To Treasure The Beautiful Winter Season
Canada may be cold in the winter, but these Canadian cities have unique things to do, ways to stay warm, and amazing hotels in the snow. Perfect Canadian adventures!
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Amazing Bay of Fundy: Beautiful Nova Scotia Road Trip
The northern shore of Nova Scotia is one of the most beautiful places we’ve traveled and it’s perfect for a Nova Scotia road trip. The Bay of Fundy is home to both the most aggressive tides on earth and some of the epic sights. And the top pick for a lobster meal that you’d never…
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Best Restaurants in Victoria BC (and Unique Breakfast Cocktails!)
We’ve picked our favorite restaurants in Victoria, BC and are dishing out from breakfast to dinner. These are our top picks for where to eat in Victoria for local farm to table, vegetarian, and family friendly dining. See who we think makes the best breakfast cocktails or fish and chips in Victoria.
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How To Get To Victoria BC – 7 Unique Routes To Vancouver Island
Did you know there are 7 different ways to get to Victoria BC on Vancouver Island? How to get to Victoria will depend on where you’re coming from and what you want to do on Vancouver Island. Details of planning and booking transportation to the island.
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Victoria BC Easy Things To Do, Beautiful and Iconic PNW
Victoria BC is a beautiful city to explore and the best things to do are mostly very near each other. From whale watching to touring museums, everything you need to know for enjoying a visit to Victoria on Vancouver Island.
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Favorite Hotels In Victoria BC: Family Friendly and Unique Stays
After 8 trips to Victoria BC, we know where to stay. We review our favorite hotels in Victoria, BC, from budget friendly to top tier. We suggest some unique accommodations as well as trusted travel brands with hotels in Victoria. We have some really great recommendations!
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Review of the Royal BC Museum w/ tips and scavenger hunts
There are very few museums that we’ve gone back to several times, but the Royal BC Museum in Victoria is one of them. Located just off the Inner Harbour, it’s…
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Winterlude in Ottawa: Family Guide to the ultimate Canadian winterfest
Winterlude has become a tradition in our family. Yearly, we take the kids on the journey from the Greater Toronto Area to experience the winter festival of art, snow, and Canadian culture held in the first three weeks of February in Ottawa, Ontario, and its twin city of Gatineau, Quebec.
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Family Friendly Victoria BC travel journal
We’re back in Canada! Hooray! …or should I say “Hoor-eh!” Living in the Puget Sound area of Washington, we’re really close to beautiful Vancouver Island and try to visit whenever…