January in California is not cold and snow-filled. Rather, a beautiful day of sunshine, clear blue skies, chirping birds and panoramic views over Santa Clara county greeted us as we tackled a two and a half hour hike through some…
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So, you're planning a long-term trip and as a result you've decided that it's silly to keep paying the rent on an empty apartment. Congrats! This is a big step towards freedom to travel as far and as wide as…
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A huge part of traveling - and a crucially important one - is packing. This is the stage where you gather everything you'll be needing while abroad, since you won't have access to your closet every day or your bathroom…
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It's weird to be writing this post. I have always had a dream of one day being able to work full-time as a travel blogger, earning enough money to fund my global dreams and around-the-world adventures. I have read the…
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My boyfriend's family owns a property on the slopes of Blackcomb in Whistler, meaning that every chance we get, we make the drive up north (sometimes in harrowing weather) to enjoy all of the outdoor activities Whistler has to offer.…
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If it's a guaranteed white Christmas you're after, Alberta is a sure promise to make all your snowy winter wonderland dreams come true. I fly back and forth to Calgary frequently to visit my boyfriend. The first snow fell in…
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Snow has officially fallen in Calgary, meaning that the neighbouring world-famous national parks of Banff and Jasper on the Albertan border with British Columbia are welcoming in the winter as well. Typically, November to April is when snow lingers in…
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The West Edmonton Mall is located in Edmonton, the second-largest city in Alberta, Canada, approximately three hours drive north of Calgary. At first glance, you may think this mall is just like the hundreds of thousands of other malls across…
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My favourite season is upon us and I wanted to share ten ways I get into the true Autumn mood. It's a season of comfyness, coziness, snuggling down with a blanket and a good book sorta vibe. Bring on the…
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A day spent in Banff National Park is always a good day. There's hiking galore, stunning alpine lakes, incredible views, outdoor activities a-plenty and best of all, a secret teahouse tucked high up in the mountains. Yes, you read that correctly! In…
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Redwood National and State Parks are not your typical national park - you don't arrive at a park entrance, drive the scenic road, then leave. It's actually a string of forests along the northern California coast, home to dense growth…
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Crater Lake National Park is in the south of Oregon, a fantastic and majestic national park protecting the incredible Crater Lake. Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States and is stunning. Perched on top of the Cascade…
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Smith Rock State Park is one of the most jaw-dropping places I have ever visited. Situated just under 3 hours from Portland, south of Mount Hood National Forest, Smith Rock is an internationally renowned gem of Oregon. Legend goes that…
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Just to the east of Portland, Mount Hood National Forest stretches between the Columbia River Gorge to Olallie Scenic Area. The forest is filled with incredible views of Mount Hood, lakes, streams, alpine meadows, fantastic skiing in the winter and…
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