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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The Columbia River Gorge is an area of stunning natural beauty. Winding along the Columbia River, with Washington on the northern bank and Oregon on the southern, there are endless surprises around each bend of the road. The gorge begins…
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Portland is eclectic, quirky, weird and wonderful all bundled up into one city. The largest city in Oregon on the western coast of the United States, Portland sits on the Columbia and Willamette rivers meaning the city is divided in…
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The Oregon Coast is an enchanting place. For years I have dreamed of traipsing my way down the coastline, and everyone I spoke to about it encouraged those dreams with "oh gosh you must" 's and "it's my favourite place"…
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Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument is a fantastic homage to the massive eruption of the volcano in 1980. The monument is full of discoveries - from hiking to a fantastic observatory featuring education and information and stunning panoramic views.…
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Mount Rainier National Park is one of my favourite national parks in the Pacific Northwest. The dramatic Mount Rainier stands poignantly against the skies of Washington, an active volcano and home to the most glaciers on a single mountain in…
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