LOOKING FOR SOME INSPIRATION AND PLANNING TIPS? Listed below are articles about great places to visit in Canada (listed by province) to inspire your travels. Scroll down and you’ll also find trip planning ideas and tips. Happy travels!
Alberta
- An Amazing Canadian Rockies Trip by Luxury Train & Car – A Detailed ItineraryMajestic mountains, alluring turquoise lakes, massive glaciers. The Canadian Rockies has them all, and they are amazingly beautiful. Photographs and words try hard, but they can’t adequately express the truly spectacular scenery here. Our trip… Read more: An Amazing Canadian Rockies Trip by Luxury Train & Car – A Detailed Itinerary
- Lake Agnes: a Unique Hike & Treat in Lake Louise, CAHiking in Lake Louise — in Banff National Park, nestled in the Canadian Rockies — offers endlessly beautiful views plus a unique reward: a tea house to dine in. Hike up from Lake Louise to… Read more: Lake Agnes: a Unique Hike & Treat in Lake Louise, CA
- Johnston Canyon: A Unique & Scenic Canyon Hike in Banff National ParkStunning natural beauty — including several waterfalls — greet visitors at Johnston Canyon that’s located between Banff and Lake Louise in Banff National Park, Alberta. Here the Johnston Creek flows through a gorge on its… Read more: Johnston Canyon: A Unique & Scenic Canyon Hike in Banff National Park
- Maligne Canyon: Amazing Hikes & Vistas in Jasper, CanadaHike along Maligne Canyon — the deepest canyon in Jasper National Park (in Alberta, Canada) — and watch the powerful waters of the Maligne River rush by on its way to join the Athabasca River… Read more: Maligne Canyon: Amazing Hikes & Vistas in Jasper, Canada
- Parker Ridge Trail: A Great Hike with a Glacial View in the Canadian RockiesParker Ridge Trail in the Canadian Rockies (Alberta, CA) offers a great hike and when you reach the top of the mountain, you have a spectacular view of the Saskatchewan Glacier. The trailhead is just… Read more: Parker Ridge Trail: A Great Hike with a Glacial View in the Canadian Rockies
- Wonderful Walks & Hikes in the Canadian RockiesSpectacular natural beauty awaits visitors to the Canadian Rocky Mountains in Banff National Park and Jasper National Park (just north of Banff National Park) in Alberta, Canada. Taking walks and hikes are the best ways… Read more: Wonderful Walks & Hikes in the Canadian Rockies
British Columbia
- An Amazing Canadian Rockies Trip by Luxury Train & Car – A Detailed ItineraryMajestic mountains, alluring turquoise lakes, massive glaciers. The Canadian Rockies has them all, and they are amazingly beautiful. Photographs and words try hard, but they can’t adequately express the truly spectacular scenery here. Our trip… Read more: An Amazing Canadian Rockies Trip by Luxury Train & Car – A Detailed Itinerary
Nova Scotia
- Balancing Rock: A Unique Rock Formation in Nova ScotiaIt’s a natural wonder, a one-of-a-kind sight in the southwest corner of Nova Scotia is Balancing Rock. It’s actually a column of basalt rock that was formed from cooling volcanic rock 200 million years ago… Read more: Balancing Rock: A Unique Rock Formation in Nova Scotia
- Halifax: Top Sights to See in Nova Scotia’s CapitalBeautiful coastal Halifax, Nova Scotia, is steeped in maritime history and exudes a lively vibe today. Halifax has played key roles on both land and sea. Two pivotal events in the city’s history include the… Read more: Halifax: Top Sights to See in Nova Scotia’s Capital
- Five Fabulous Wineries in Nova Scotia, CanadaThink Nova Scotia is too far north for growing grapes? Not a chance! Actually, there’s a nice variety of great wines (produced from grapes grown onsite at local vineyards) to be discovered and savored in… Read more: Five Fabulous Wineries in Nova Scotia, Canada
- Tattingstone Inn: A Luxury B&B in Wolfville, Nova Scotia (Canada)The charming Tattingstone Inn in Wolfville (on Nova Scotia’s Bay of Fundy coast) is a beautiful and comfortable B&B from which to explore the Bay of Fundy, visit interesting historical sites dating back centuries, go… Read more: Tattingstone Inn: A Luxury B&B in Wolfville, Nova Scotia (Canada)
- The Best Ways to Experience the Phenomenal Bay of Fundy, Nova Scotia, CanadaThe Bay of Fundy lies between New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, two Atlantic Canadian provinces. What makes this body of water unique is that it has incredible tidal changes each day (low tide to high… Read more: The Best Ways to Experience the Phenomenal Bay of Fundy, Nova Scotia, Canada
- Kejimkujik National Parks: Two Beautiful Oases in Nova Scotia, CanadaKejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site in southern Nova Scotia is a large inland park with hiking and biking trails, a river, waterfalls, lakes and campsites. It’s the only national park in Canada that… Read more: Kejimkujik National Parks: Two Beautiful Oases in Nova Scotia, Canada
Travel Planning Ideas and Tips
- Examples of How Travel Can Enrich Your LifeTravel can enrich your life in ways you may not have considered. Think about all your options. As we travel, we often look at our world, its people, and our own lives differently. We gain… Read more: Examples of How Travel Can Enrich Your Life
- Travel Planning TimelineGetting ready for a trip is so exciting! First, you narrow down the country you want to visit. Then you plan the trip and decide exactly where to go, what to see, where to stay,… Read more: Travel Planning Timeline
- How to Plan a Great TripPlanning a great trip is key to having an enjoyable time. Here’s what I’ve learned from my other half (and here’s a handy travel planning timeline to help you get ready for take-off!). I have… Read more: How to Plan a Great Trip
- How to Create Trip Photo Books to Make Your Travels Last a LifetimeAfter a trip, it takes time to unwind, regroup, and reconnect with friends, responsibilities, and routines. But don’t let too much time go by before documenting your travel! Photo books are a great way to… Read more: How to Create Trip Photo Books to Make Your Travels Last a Lifetime
- Best Tips for Planning the Perfect Road TripRoad trips can be fun weekend getaways or even entire vacations. One thing that makes them so appealing is their flexibility: you’re driving your own vehicle, stopping along the way when you discover an unexpected… Read more: Best Tips for Planning the Perfect Road Trip
- How to Find the Perfect Vacation Home RentalsVacation home rentals can make travel and family get-togethers so enjoyable. Instead of staying in hotels, consider opting for a short-term rental (e.g., house, cabin, apartment, condo) in a location with amenities that suit you,… Read more: How to Find the Perfect Vacation Home Rentals
- Viking Cruises: Best Action Steps After Booking Your CruiseYou’ve booked a Viking cruise. Awesome! Now what? Well, the big decision is out of the way: where you’re going! Now it’s time to deal with the next level details, including what to expect on… Read more: Viking Cruises: Best Action Steps After Booking Your Cruise
- Top 10 Tips for Renting a Car in EuropeYou’re considering renting a car for your trip to Europe. Awesome! Renting a car while exploring Europe can add enjoyment to your time away. It means you don’t have to rely on public transportation or… Read more: Top 10 Tips for Renting a Car in Europe