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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 …
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.
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, …
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
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. …
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.
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 …
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.
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.
Winter in Canada is not for the faint of heart, but if you know how to do it right and where you can find charming warmth, it’s not so bad. …
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 expect…
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.
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.
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.
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!
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 …
We’re pretty excited to have a really great contribution to our site from the Wandering Wagars. Living in Canada, they get to more easily experience life in the cold north …
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 …
THIS POST IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION – Update coming May 2023 A Canadian bucket list item for many is an adventure to Banff and Canmore in Alberta. It’s the perfect place …